The Best Hotels Closest to Forodhani Gardens in Zanzibar Town for 2026

Q: 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 237 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Q: 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 Park Hyatt Zanzibar and Tembo B&B Apartments .

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

Expedia has 237 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Forodhani Gardens.

Q: 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.

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

For additional details about changing or cancelling your stay near Forodhani Gardens, click here .

Q: What can I see and do near Forodhani Gardens?

House of Wonders, Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum), and Freddie Mercury 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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Our top choices for Forodhani Gardens hotels

1. Zanzibar Coffee House

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens

Thomas

SAR 466 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

Superior Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar

2. The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

Stone Town, 0.3 km from Forodhani Gardens

Aysha

SAR 1,796 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Aug - 6 Aug

Room (Violetta) | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, WiFi (free)

3. Emerson Spice Hotel

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens

Julie

SAR 471 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

Beach nearby, white sand, sun loungers, beach towels

4. Tembo B&B Apartments

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Forodhani Gardens

Ramzi

SAR 290 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sep - 2 Sep

5. Emerson on Hurumzi

Stone Town, 0.3 km from Forodhani Gardens

Mickey

SAR 499 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sep - 3 Sep

6. Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Forodhani Gardens

lucy

SAR 339 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

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

7. Tembo House Hotel

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Forodhani Gardens

Paul

SAR 491 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sep - 4 Sep

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

8. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens

James

SAR 2,618 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Aug - 8 Aug

9. Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Stone Town, 0.3 km from Forodhani Gardens

Gianfranco

SAR 668 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Aug - 23 Aug

10. Sharazad Wonders Boutique

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Forodhani Gardens

Arjun

SAR 816 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Aug - 16 Aug

11. Maru Maru Hotel

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Forodhani Gardens

Przemek

SAR 439 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

12. Jafferji House

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Forodhani Gardens

"We stayed in the Mercury room. The room was fine. The windows are coloured glass with no window coverings so it gets bright when the sun comes up. The walls are thin so you can hear outside noise but it’s not loud. Good air conditioning, fan and there was a mosquito net. There is a sort of mothball smell but that’s likely from bug spray. Staff were nice and courteous. The breakfast was decent and there was a nice view of the Old Fort. The hotel is located in a main tourist shopping area."

Gianfranco

SAR 414 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Aug - 6 Aug

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

13. Hanaia House

Stone Town, 0.5 km from Forodhani Gardens

Amber

SAR 338 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

14. Dhow Palace Hotel

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens

Joseph

SAR 341 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sep - 2 Sep

15. Forodhani Park Hotel

Stone Town, < 0.1 km from Forodhani Gardens

Al

SAR 465 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sep - 2 Sep

Grand Suite, Bathtub | Deep soaking bathtub

16. Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens

Marisa

SAR 720 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

17. Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens

Antonio

SAR 1,596 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels

18. Tembo Palace Hotel

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Forodhani Gardens

Abiy

SAR 390 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sep - 2 Sep

19. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens

Dean

SAR 433 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sep - 3 Sep

20. The Seyyida Hotel And Spa

Stone Town, 0.3 km from Forodhani Gardens

Caridad

SAR 518 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sep - 4 Sep

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Compare popular hotels close to Forodhani Gardens

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Zanzibar Coffee House	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 105 reviews	View
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 43 reviews	View
Emerson Spice Hotel	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 119 reviews	View
Tembo B&B Apartments	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 144 reviews	View
Emerson on Hurumzi	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 36 reviews	View

Top Forodhani Gardens Hotel Reviews

Maru Maru Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Très bien situé"

The Seyyida Hotel And Spa

8/10 Good

"The room was clean, and housekeeping came by every day to clean and replace the towels. For the first two mornings, there was no hot water early in the morning. After I reported it, they sent a housekeeping staff member to verify the issue before alerting maintenance. By the following morning, it had been fixed, and I finally got to enjoy a blissfully hot shower. My room was next to one of Stone Town’s many alleyways, so there was almost always activity and noise late into the night. As a light sleeper, I found this quite challenging. The rooftop restaurant has some of the best views in Stone Town. Just be prepared to share the space with lots of birds—they can be quite persistent while you’re trying to eat! Overall, I think Seyyida is a decent place to stay in Stone Town. That said, there are other hotels that don’t have these issues. The second hotel I stayed at (not Seyyida) was almost perfect, so you definitely have options. Even so, Seyyida isn’t a bad choice at all."

Tembo Palace Hotel

8/10 Good

"The place is nice. However, the advertisement about tempo palace was deceiving. We thought the tempo palace was on the beach as per pictures that we saw. However, even though you have access to the beach and pools at tempo hotel, tempo palace is in a different side with old building views. We were not allowed to check in early. There were fixing the bathroom by the pool. There were dust all over the place and hanging the whole afternoon We tried to take a nap after a long flight but we couldn't bc of the noise. When we told them about the situation, they offered to give us a room on a different level on the same tempo palace which didn't make sense. We stayed where we were. The magnets tried to accomodate but they couldn't. It was disappointing. They tried to provide us a late checkout and a place to shower. We checked out early so we we had other plans. When we ask to shower, they told us a couple was using the room that we need to wait 10 min. That 10 min ended up being over one hour. It was disappointing. I had to call the manger for us to get a room to shower. I wish they make it easy for us. It was disappointing. Besides that the food was good."

Other attractions near Forodhani Gardens

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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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 237 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 Park Hyatt Zanzibar and Tembo B&B Apartments.

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

Expedia has 237 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?

For additional details about changing or cancelling your stay near Forodhani Gardens, click here.

What can I see and do near Forodhani Gardens?

House of Wonders, Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum), and Freddie Mercury 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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Our top choices for Forodhani Gardens hotels

1. Zanzibar Coffee House

2. The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

3. Emerson Spice Hotel

4. Tembo B&B Apartments

5. Emerson on Hurumzi

6. Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

7. Tembo House Hotel

8. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

9. Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10. Sharazad Wonders Boutique

11. Maru Maru Hotel

12. Jafferji House

13. Hanaia House

14. Dhow Palace Hotel

15. Forodhani Park Hotel

16. Zanzibar Palace Hotel

17. Zanzibar Serena Hotel

18. Tembo Palace Hotel

19. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

20. The Seyyida Hotel And Spa

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Top Forodhani Gardens Hotel Reviews

Maru Maru Hotel

Other attractions near Forodhani Gardens

Old Fort

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