Chapwani Island

Lodge in Zanzibar Town with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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October 2025

November 2025

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine

Chapwani Island offers a quiet escape from Stone Town. Enjoy English breakfast, explore gardens, savor meals at the on-site restaurant, cool off in the outdoor pool, and relax with evening refreshments at the bar. Free WiFi keeps you connected.

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Popular amenities

Bar
Breakfast included
Pool
24/7 front desk
Laundry
Housekeeping

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Tomorrow

Sep 21 - Sep 22

Bungalow, Sea View

Highlights

Patio

Separate sitting area

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

Desk

Laptop workspace

Daily housekeeping

1 bedroom
Sea view
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Opposite Stone Town, Zanzibar Town

What's nearby

Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Forodhani Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Shangani Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Old Fort - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Slave Market - 8 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

‪Forodhani Park - ‬7 min walk
‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬6 min walk
‪House of Karafuu - ‬8 min walk
‪Zenji Cafe &. Boutique - ‬4 min walk
‪Lukmaan - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Chapwani Island

Lodge located in Stone Town

At Chapwani Island, you can look forward to free English breakfast, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Additional perks include:

An outdoor pool
Smoke-free premises, outdoor furniture, and a 24-hour front desk

Room features

All guestrooms at Chapwani Island include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi.

Other amenities include:

Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
Patios, separate sitting areas, and ceiling fans

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

No onsite parking available

Food and drink

Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant

Things to do

Outdoor pool

Family friendly

Outdoor pool

Conveniences

24-hour front desk

Guest services

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

Garden
Outdoor furniture

Mosquito nets
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Ceiling fan
Desk
Laptop workspace
Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards and cash

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property is also known as

Chapwani Island Lodge

Chapwani Island Zanzibar Town

Chapwani Island Lodge Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Chapwani Island have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Chapwani Island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Chapwani Island?

This lodge doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Chapwani Island?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Chapwani Island?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Chapwani Island located?

Located in Stone Town, this lodge is steps from Malindi Mosque and Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. Shakti Temple and Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum) are also within 5 minutes.

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Parking and transportation

Food and drink

Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Outdoors

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