The Best Hotels Closest to Forodhani Gardens in Zanzibar Town for 2025

Compare 1,426 hotels close to Forodhani Gardens with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Room (Violetta) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

"Incredibly historic building with unique individually decorated rooms! Perfect location for walking around Stonetown. Delicious breakfast served on rooftop! Request Belle room if you don't want a lot of stairs. It has a huge balcony along the front of the building so it's fun to see tourists stop and take photos!"

"The hotel was clean good food & Every one was very helpful & Nice I will always book with Neela when in stone town "

On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach towels

"Great area, this is literally the building where Freddie Mercury lived, apartment with unique old zanzibari character, great location - near to beach, stone town and night market, great breakfast. Loved it."

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

"Very comfortable beds, clean bathroom, air-conditioned, great rooftop restaurant, live entertainment, central location."

"Wonderful hotel and breakfast!"

NT$13,940 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

3 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers

"Excellent location, great breakfast. All staff really friendly and always there to help. Definitely recommend the tembo if you are in stone town."

Premium Double or Twin Room | Balcony view

"Great staff, helpful in arranging tours"

Premier Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV

"This hotel is a beautiful old original Arab style house in stone town full of original features and decor. Staff were friendly, welcoming and helpful. I rea example of a comfortable hotel with the genuine Swahili coast experience"

NT$3,811 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 31 - Aug 1

"Stone Town!"

NT$4,995 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 16 - Jul 17

Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Partial Ocean View | View from room

"Great staff… bathrooms could use a refresh.. great location.. though a bit difficult to find.. overall.. outstanding value .. the staff are superb!!!"

NT$4,612 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 30 - Jul 31

"Had a lovely stay."

"I glhighly recommend this hotel. Mr. Dennis and his staff was excellent and made our hotel vosit pleasant."

NT$4,472 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 13 - Jul 14

"super friendly workers breakfast was great great location thry also have wifi"

"Beautifully unique rooms. Super friendly and kind staff. Definitely recommend the dinner on the rooftop. Everything was amazing!"

NT$3,862 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 15 - Jul 16

"The position and staff. The staff are extremely welcoming and the position is fairly central in Stone Town"

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine

"Great location good service excellent breakfast"

"Beautiful place, very nice staff, walkable within Stone town. Dated bathrooms but great experience "

NT$3,151 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 10 - Jul 11

"We had a problem with airconditioner . But was fixed super fast . We were so impressed. We will return as the hotel is so good in all areas"

NT$3,219 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 31 - Aug 1

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

"PLEASE BE AWARE. This place overbooks clients so when you arrive they say there is NO reservation under your name. Then they send you to another location of much lower quality. People at the new location confirmed that they do this all the time. It is not a mistake but rather a scam. I left that second location and was lucky to find a nice hotel nearby for the same price. I did get a refund but most people will probably stay where they are forced to stay due to lack of options and uncertainty. I...

"Lovely staff, great location, Puzzle Coffee across the street"

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5/5 Excellent

Tembo hotel

"Manager was very good plus reception young and hard working "

A verified traveler stayed at Tembo House Hotel

Posted 2 days ago

5/5 Excellent

Amazing Hotel

"This is a really AMAZING HOTEL for both families or couples. I travelled more than 70 countries; and this was such an amazing spot I stayed. Before selectong hotel I read all comments but some negative ones are not very realistic to me now: 1-amazing staff: from reception to beach, restaurants to gardeners; all are making the hotel really shine. So kind, helpful, and service quality to your front amazingly. In any other country you cannot find such - in EU for sure not 2- food: very very delicious, big variety. Some mentioned that it s not easy to book restaurants which is absolutaley not true; very very easy indeed. If you are searching for Michelin restaurants ; for sure no need to come here; otherwise this hotel is amazing 3-natives by the beach: wheb walking by the beach; there are Tanzanian and Masai people approaching you but in a very gentle way; tryijg to help you walk in return asking you to visit their shops in a very good petsonal distance. All are kind. No need to worry at all even with kids or ladies alone. Also in case there are safety guards by beach. 4- sea and beach: very beautiful amd clean. Even in low tides you cannkt see any trash in the sea or beach. Be careful with sear urchines in low tide after 1km from beach. Masaii will help you My only comment might be daily trips and spa services; despite of their quality; a bit overpriced even above EU levels. Overall: Such a very good price vs service quality. Big thanks to all team and employees. "

A verified traveler stayed at TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

Posted 7 days ago

5/5 Excellent

"Absolutely loved our stay at Toa Hotel and Spa! The service was exceptional, with staff who truly go above and beyond. I wish I can give it a 10 star for their service! The rooms are stunning, with private pools and direct beach access. We enjoyed the delicious food made with love, and the beach dinners were unforgettable, complete with an amazing show under the stars. The pools are beautiful, and the whole property feels peaceful and luxurious. If you’re coming to Zanzibar, this is the place to stay. Highly recommended!"

A verified traveler stayed at TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar

Posted 8 days ago

5/5 Excellent

A superb stay. Book now you will not regret it.

"This was an exceptional stay. The accomodations at The Level were beautiful and clean and beyond what I expected. Every detail was considered e.g. The toiletries were top notch and the room had everything you could need including beach blankets beach bags, umbrellas, steamer for your clothes.The list is endless. The pool areas ( there where several) were comfortable relaxing and clean and there were several activities, games and excursons. The Spa is amazing and the gym had everything one needs. The staff were friendly and the service impeccable from reception, restuarant service, housekeeping and the guys driving the shuttles within the resort. The grounds were beautiful and quiet with accress to a large expanse of the coastline. The only thing that needs improving is the food. For the cost and the level of excellence in other aspects of the resort, the food offerings need to be improved in terms of range of options and flavour. I also koted that there were some kids in the adults only section. They were well behaved and did not bother me but others may not appreciate it. Neither of these, would stop me from going back in a heartbeat. one of my best vacations ever. "

A verified traveler stayed at Melia Zanzibar

Posted 2 months ago

5/5 Excellent

"Awesome location and view of the Indian Ocean. From our balcony we had direct view of the beach and the ocean. The room was spacious, with nice and comfortable furniture, and bedding. Very nicely decorated. Very clean and one of the best stays that we had. Staff were super nice and accommodating. We loved having drinks and appetizers outside on the deck. Live music added to the very pleasant atmosphere. We will definitely stay here again. "

A verified traveler from Bellevue stayed at Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Posted 2 months ago

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Forodhani Gardens?

Forodhani Gardens is located in a historic area of Zanzibar Town known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 176 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Forodhani Gardens?

Adjacent to Forodhani Gardens, Tembo House Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other good options within a short distance include Maru Maru Hotel and Golden Tulip Stonetown Boutique.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Forodhani Gardens?

Expedia has 176 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Forodhani Gardens.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Forodhani Gardens, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Forodhani Gardens.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Forodhani Gardens?

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What can I see and do near Forodhani Gardens?

House of Wonders, Freddie Mercury Museum, and Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum) feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Old Fort, Slave Market, and Mbweni Ruins are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Forodhani Gardens. You can wander around Prison Island, Chapwani Island, or Masingini Forest if you want a dose of fresh air.

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