The Best Hotels Closest to Zanzibar Ferry Terminal in Zanzibar Town for 2026

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A room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a window with curtains.

A courtyard with a stone wall, a bench, and various potted plants.

A room with a large window, a wooden cabinet, a table with chairs, and a hanging canopy.

A traditional courtyard with ornate wooden lattice railings and hanging plants.

1. Emerson Spice Hotel

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

Julie

SAR 404

SAR 495 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a modern bathroom.

A bar area with a rustic wooden bar counter, a large mirror above the counter, and a variety of bottles and glasses on the shelves.

A person sitting by a window with a view of a building and palm trees.

A beach scene with a couple walking hand in hand, boats in the water, and people in the background.

2. The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

Stone Town, 0.8 km from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

Alexander

SAR 1,101

SAR 1,303 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

A room with a balcony, a bed, and curtains.

A hotel corridor with a red carpet, a Christmas tree, marble walls, and a staircase.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a clock, and a framed photo on the wall.

3. Elephantohotel

Stone Town, 0.5 km from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

duane

SAR 397

SAR 493 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A staircase leading to a shop with a sign reading "Karibuni".

A narrow corridor with a wooden door, a white wall, and a metal gate.

A courtyard with potted plants, a wooden staircase, and a sign above the entrance.

A room with a bed, a wooden nightstand, and a tray with two glasses of red drink.

4. Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

Stone Town, 0.7 km from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

Phillip

SAR 154

SAR 296 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

5. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Stone Town, 0.1 km from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

Grazyna

SAR 248

SAR 322 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A woman sitting by a pool with a large planter and lush greenery in the background.

A traditional building with multiple balconies, a courtyard with potted plants, and a palm tree.

A traditional building with ornate balconies and a palm tree.

A room with a bed under a canopy, a small table, and a wooden cabinet.

6. Kholle House

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

catherine

SAR 312

SAR 584 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A rooftop terrace with white furniture and a view of a historic church and sunset over the sea.

A pool area with a view of the sea, a lifeguard chair, and a no diving sign.

A room with two beds, each with a canopy and a flower arrangement. There is a desk and a chair in the corner.

A buffet setup with various food stations, including trays of hot dogs, salads, and other dishes.

7. Maru Maru Hotel

Stone Town, 0.5 km from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

MOMO

SAR 273

SAR 378 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

An outdoor cafe with wooden furniture and a central bar area.

A staircase with wooden railings, a bench, and two windows with wooden frames.

A room with a bed, a table, and a chair. There is a window with curtains and a view of the outside.

A hallway with a wooden door, a bench, and a potted plant.

8. Habari House

Stone Town, 0.8 km from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

Marcus

SAR 310

SAR 386 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a blue wall.

A breakfast buffet with various pastries, bread, and condiments.

A living room with a grey sofa, colorful cushions, and a floral arrangement.

A staircase with wooden railings, a potted plant, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

9. Shaba Boutique Hotel

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

Melanie

SAR 353

SAR 446 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A beach with sun loungers and a restaurant with outdoor seating.

A room with ornate furniture, a large window with colorful stained glass, and a view of the sea.

A white building with multiple windows and doors, featuring wooden shutters and balconies.

A poolside lounge with wooden furniture and a checkered floor.

10. Tembo B&B Apartments

Stone Town, 0.7 km from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

SAR 219

SAR 289 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A traditional Moroccan setting with patterned cushions, wooden furniture, and metal trays, overlooking a coastal view with boats.

A rooftop seating area with patterned cushions and traditional decor, overlooking a harbor with boats.

A cozy room with wooden furniture, a ceiling fan, and a traditional rug.

A room with a checkered floor, antique furniture, a canopy bed, and a view of the outside.

11. Emerson on Hurumzi

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

Victoria

SAR 588

SAR 706 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

An infinity pool with a clear view of the ocean at sunset.

A spacious lounge with comfortable seating, large windows with views of the sea, and ornate ceiling designs.

A buffet with various desserts and fruits, a person in the background, and a view of the sea through large windows.

A seaside patio with outdoor seating and a view of the sea.

12. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Stone Town, 0.8 km from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

Possenta C

SAR 1,276

SAR 1,513 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A dining table with seafood, a glass of orange juice, and a pool in the background.

A room with a checkered floor, a bed with white and blue bedding, a canopy bed, and a view of the sea.

A white building with multiple balconies and arched windows.

The exterior of Dhow Palace Hotel with a traditional architectural style, featuring a prominent entrance, potted plants, and a signboard.

13. Dhow Palace Hotel

Stone Town, 0.8 km from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

Joseph

SAR 247

SAR 322 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A bathtub with a tiled mosaic floor, candles, and bottles of water.

A balcony with a table set for a meal, featuring a teapot, cups, and a plate of food.

A bathroom with a bathtub, toiletries, and towels.

A room with a bed under a canopy, a wooden chair with red cushions, and a painting on the wall.

14. Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Stone Town, 0.3 km from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

Greig

SAR 549

SAR 669 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden boat filled with food and drinks, surrounded by white walls and wooden railings.

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, a wooden wardrobe, and a small table with a chair.

A hallway with wooden doors, arched windows, and wall-mounted lights.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a view of the sea, and a sunset in the background.

15. Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Stone Town, 0.8 km from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

Gianfranco

SAR 542

SAR 661 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a mirror, a shelf with a clock, and a ceiling with exposed beams.

A kitchen with a coffee maker, two bottles, a microwave, and various kitchenware on a wooden table.

A modern outdoor seating area with a white bench and a potted plant.

A wooden ladder shelf unit in a room with tiled flooring, a patterned ceiling, and a wooden door.

16. Hanaia House

Stone Town, 0.6 km from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

Abdulmunim

SAR 220

SAR 253 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A wooden deck with a hammock, chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A beach with a wooden boat and a lounge chair with a cushion.

A spacious lobby with high wooden ceilings and intricate woodwork. There is a staircase leading to an upper level, and a reception desk with a computer and a red sign.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows with ocean views, and traditional wooden lattice window frames.

17. Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Stone Town, 0.9 km from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

Gita

SAR 1,128

SAR 1,335 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A traditional building with a balcony, wooden lattice railings, and white curtains.

A spacious interior with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a central open area with a view to the upper level.

A room with two beds, each with a canopy, a sofa, a coffee table, and a cowhide rug.

A dimly lit room with a bathtub, candles, and decorative lanterns.

18. Jafferji House

Stone Town, 0.6 km from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

EMMANUEL

SAR 359

SAR 412 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A courtyard with a wooden pergola, seating area, and potted plants.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A dining area with rustic wooden tables and chairs, white walls, and artwork.

A narrow alleyway with buildings on either side, featuring wooden doors and a tiled floor.

19. Sharazad Wonders Boutique

Stone Town, 0.6 km from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

Arjun

SAR 615

SAR 744 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A hotel lobby with wicker furniture, a TV, and potted plants.

A covered outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, surrounded by wicker furniture and palm trees in the background.

Two bartenders preparing drinks in a bar with a variety of liquor bottles on shelves.

A lobby with a checkered floor, a staircase, and a reception area with a TV.

20. Spice Palace Hotel

Stone Town, 0.7 km from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

Stanley

SAR 244

SAR 311 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Emerson Spice Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 125 reviews	View
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town	9.6 Exceptional 48 reviews	View
Elephantohotel	9.4 Exceptional 11 reviews	View
Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town	8.8 Excellent 31 reviews	View
Mizingani Seafront Hotel	8.6 Excellent 434 reviews	View

Top Zanzibar Ferry Terminal Hotel Reviews

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel"

Maru Maru Hotel

8/10 Good

"Les déjeuners sont ordinaires pour le prix cependant le souper super et les happy hours aussi"

Spice Palace Hotel

8/10 Good

"Rooms were the perfect size for my needs. I w as traveling to Zanzibar on business."

Dhow Palace Hotel

8/10 Good

"Everything and Everyone was excellent. Only complaint is that the extra room we paid for only became available at noon when we expected it to be available at 10am as mentioned at the reception when we booked it for half day."

Zanzibar Palace Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely oasis of calm amidst the Zanzibar chaos. Very friendly attentive staff. Would definitely recommend ….."

Emerson Spice Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Russell and the Emerson Soice team made us feel welcome from start to finish. A fabulous building with lots of history and in a great location in Stonetown. The rooms were all very individually themed and the bed was very comfortable. The fans and ac were welcomed for the warmer nights. The hotel private a great breakfast of fresh fruit, juice, eggs, pastries tea and coffee on the roof top tea house restaurant. Great views of Stonetown ! The Secret Garden restaurant served some lovely fresh dishes and drinks and there is live local music a couple of nights a week. Overall I’d highly recommend the Emerson Spice Hotel and thanks for a great stay (and thanks for the late checkout too)"

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The Mizangani Seafront Hotel was an amazing, atmospheric bit of old Zanzibar looking out on the Stone Town harbor, and across from the Dar es Salaam ferry landing. They served a wonderful breakfast on the veranda. The reception and breakfast staff were very helpful and gave us a warm welcome. Our room was spacious and filled with beautiful Zanzibari details."

Zanzibar Coffee House

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was very nice. What comes to mind is quaint. The staff was airing and attentive. The location made it a little difficult to get your luggage in and out, but we managed. We would stay there again. It was close to the markets, making it a plus. The tours were outstanding. Zanzibar was a place to make memories."

Tembo Palace Hotel

8/10 Good

"Hotel très bien situé, très propre, bien équipé (lclim, ventilateurs groupe électrogène pour les coupures..) avec énormément de piscine (4) en bord de mer... Le personnel est très agréable.. Seul petit bémol, le restaurant qui n'est pas au niveau de l'hôtel."

Other attractions near Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

A historical building with a balcony, columns, and a sign reading "Makumbusho Kuu Beit El Aajab National Museum".

House of Wonders

7.6/10 (162 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at House of Wonders, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Zanzibar Town. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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A coastal town with a marina filled with various boats, a promenade with people, and lush greenery.

Forodhani Gardens

8.4/10 (274 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Forodhani Gardens, a lovely green space in Zanzibar Town. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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An amphitheater surrounded by historic buildings and palm trees.

Old Fort

8.2/10 (437 reviews)

Find out about the history of Zanzibar Town when you take a trip to Old Fort. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Malindi Mosque

8.4/10 (18 reviews)

Malindi Mosque is just one of the places to see in Zanzibar Town, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

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Beit el-Sahel

8.4/10 (29 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum), a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Zanzibar Town. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Shakti Temple

8.8/10 (10 reviews)

After visiting Shakti Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Zanzibar Town. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Zanzibar Night Market

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Zanzibar Night Market during your trip to Zanzibar Town. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Darajani Market

8.4/10 (167 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Zanzibar Town with a trip to Darajani Market. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Zanzibar Ferry Terminal?

Zanzibar Ferry Terminal is located in a historic area of Zanzibar Town known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 239 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Zanzibar Ferry Terminal?

Adjacent to Zanzibar Ferry Terminal, Mizingani Seafront Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices close by include Tembo House Hotel and Spice Palace Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Zanzibar Ferry Terminal?

Expedia has 239 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Zanzibar Ferry Terminal, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Zanzibar Ferry Terminal.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Zanzibar Ferry Terminal?

For more information about updating your stay near Zanzibar Ferry Terminal or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Zanzibar Ferry Terminal?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at House of Wonders, Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum), or Freddie Mercury Museum. Old Fort, Slave Market, and Hamamni Persian Baths are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. Enjoy the outdoors at Forodhani Gardens, Chapwani Island, or Prison Island.

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Our top choices for Zanzibar Ferry Terminal hotels

1. Emerson Spice Hotel

2. The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

3. Elephantohotel

4. Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

5. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

6. Kholle House

7. Maru Maru Hotel

8. Habari House

9. Shaba Boutique Hotel

10. Tembo B&B Apartments

11. Emerson on Hurumzi

12. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

13. Dhow Palace Hotel

14. Zanzibar Palace Hotel

15. Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

16. Hanaia House

17. Zanzibar Serena Hotel

18. Jafferji House

19. Sharazad Wonders Boutique

20. Spice Palace Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

Top Zanzibar Ferry Terminal Hotel Reviews

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Maru Maru Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel

Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Emerson Spice Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Zanzibar Coffee House

Tembo Palace Hotel

Other attractions near Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

House of Wonders

Forodhani Gardens

Old Fort

Malindi Mosque

Beit el-Sahel

Shakti Temple

Zanzibar Night Market

Darajani Market

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