I'm going to be honest, because when we first pulled up to this hotel during our honeymoon I was a little trepadacious. It is in the old town, and near a few dirty corners (which I learned is quite common in Stone Town), and the facade is nothing special. However, once we checked in and started walking up the stairs... More

Lovely room and very helpful and friendly staff. We were allowed to check into the room early without any question as it was available. The location was really good for wandering around Stone Town. Hoping to be able to return to Zanzibar palace at some point in the future. More

I was impressed with the set up, cleanliness. It feels very comfortable the moment you walk in the hotel. I still can smell the room's fragrance in my mind. A walking distance from the port and everywhere in town. The service was good for the price. Friendly & helpful staff. However, there's a lot of room to improve in their... More

I stayed 24 hours in Zanzibar, and by chance I selected Zanzibar Palace Hotel! And I'm so pleased - friendly staff, excellent service, charming rooms, peace and quiet, delicious food in the restaurant. I'll be more than happy to come back! And I have a lovely massage! Hilde More

Wonderful blend of an the charm of an old building well kept. Worn, steep stairs require good legs, especially on the upper floors. This is either a charming experience or an inconvenience, depending on your perspective. Owners and staff were warm, providing just the right balance: relaxed, accommodating service without formality or over-the-top luxury. Every room is unique, with furniture... More

great building and location, and very friendly staff at restaurant and reception -- at least in the daytime. the rooms are uniquely decorated and clean, and they have a safe in the closet, which i do suggest you use (hint hint). More

We stayed for two nights recently in the Dunia suite on the top floor. We had a large room with the high king sized bed as shown in the hotel's photos and the bathroom facilities were one floor up on the roof level which was unusual, but fun. If you’re not up for an adventure don’t take rooms on the... More

We stayed 1 night in a room on the top floor with no lift. I am 70 and it was a long climb! We ate dinner in the hotel which was poor and we expected better for US$200 for 2 people. Probably why we were the only two eating there! The fish was very dry and almost inedible. The building... More

We stayed here two nights and would love to have stayed much longer. The owners and staff were very cordial and we felt right at home. Dinner was excellent and featured local seafood and South African beef. Breakfast was equally delicious. Their magic coffee machines (German automatic espresso makers) were fabulous - perfect Americanos every time! The building itself is... More