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A corridor with wooden balustrades, potted plants, and a staircase with a wooden handrail.
A wooden staircase with potted plants on the railing and a bench with cushions.
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a wooden cabinet, and a stone floor.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and potted plants.

1. Zanzibar Coffee House

Zanzibar Coffee House
Stone Town, 0.7 km from Shangani Beach
United States
Iris
SAR 357
SAR 411 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Zanzibar Coffee House
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling fan.
A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a clock, and a framed photo on the wall.
A modern restaurant with teal chairs and wooden tables, a central counter with a TV, and patterned columns.
A hotel corridor with a red carpet, a Christmas tree, marble walls, and a staircase.

2. Elephantohotel

Elephantohotel
Stone Town, 0.7 km from Shangani Beach
United States
duane
SAR 397
SAR 493 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Elephantohotel
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 room with a bed under a canopy, a small table, and a wooden cabinet.
A traditional building with ornate balconies and a palm tree.

3. Kholle House

Kholle House
Stone Town, 0.9 km from Shangani Beach
United States
catherine
SAR 312
SAR 584 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Kholle House
An infinity pool with a clear view of the ocean at sunset.
A seaside patio with outdoor seating and a view of the sea.
An interior with high ceilings, arched doorways, and hanging chandeliers.
A spacious lounge with comfortable seating, large windows with views of the sea, and ornate ceiling designs.

4. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Stone Town, < 0.1 km from Shangani Beach
United States
Natasha
SAR 1,277
SAR 1,513 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
An outdoor cafe with wooden furniture and a central bar area.
A room with a bed, a table, and a chair. There is a window with curtains and a view of the outside.
A staircase with wooden railings, a bench, and two windows with wooden frames.
A room with a high ceiling, a bed with a white bedspread, a wooden chair, a small table, and a wardrobe with hanging clothes.

5. Habari House

Habari House
Stone Town, 0.1 km from Shangani Beach
Sweden
Marcus
SAR 310
SAR 386 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Habari House
A rooftop terrace with white furniture and a view of a historic church and sunset over the sea.
A buffet setup with various food stations, including trays of hot dogs, salads, and other dishes.
A beach with clear turquoise waters, boats, and a white sandy shore.
A pool area with a view of the sea, a lifeguard chair, and a no diving sign.

6. Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel
Stone Town, 0.4 km from Shangani Beach
United States
MOMO
SAR 288
SAR 396 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Maru Maru Hotel
A bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a blue wall.
A living room with a grey sofa, colorful cushions, and a floral arrangement.
A breakfast buffet with various pastries, bread, and condiments.
A staircase with wooden railings, a potted plant, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

7. Shaba Boutique Hotel

Shaba Boutique Hotel
Stone Town, 0.8 km from Shangani Beach
United States
Melanie
SAR 312
SAR 397 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Shaba Boutique Hotel
A traditional Moroccan setting with patterned cushions, wooden furniture, and metal trays, overlooking a coastal view with boats.
A checkered floor, a wooden chair, a table with a vase of flowers, and a lamp.
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.

8. Emerson on Hurumzi

Emerson on Hurumzi
Stone Town, 0.6 km from Shangani Beach
United Kingdom
Victoria
SAR 588
SAR 706 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Emerson on Hurumzi
A multi-level indoor space with a central staircase, surrounded by potted plants and a small water feature.
A reception desk with a person working on a laptop, a ceiling fan, patterned curtains, and a window with blinds.
A room with a large wooden table and chairs, large windows with a view of buildings and a tower.
A room with a wooden table surrounded by chairs, a bookshelf, and a window with a view.

9. Flamingo Guest House

Flamingo Guest House
Stone Town, 0.7 km from Shangani Beach
United Kingdom
Aijaz
SAR 49
SAR 56 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Flamingo Guest House
Courtyard
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
Restaurant

10. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel
Stone Town, 0.7 km from Shangani Beach
Canada
Grazyna
SAR 236
SAR 308 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Mizingani Seafront Hotel
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 building with a traditional architectural style, featuring ornate balconies and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A room with a bed under a canopy, a wooden chair with red cushions, and a painting on the wall.

11. Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Zanzibar Palace Hotel
Stone Town, 0.7 km from Shangani Beach
United Kingdom
Greig
SAR 539
SAR 657 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Zanzibar Palace Hotel
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a mirror, a shelf with a clock, and a ceiling with exposed beams.
A living room with a blue sofa set, a wooden cabinet, and a chandelier.
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.

12. Hanaia House

Hanaia House
Stone Town, 0.7 km from Shangani Beach
United Kingdom
Abdulmunim
SAR 220
SAR 253 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Hanaia House
A beach with sun loungers and a restaurant with outdoor seating.
A buffet with various fruits and sliced meats.
A room with ornate furniture, a large window with colorful stained glass, and a view of the sea.
A poolside lounge with wooden furniture and a checkered floor.

13. Tembo B&B Apartments

Tembo B&B Apartments
Stone Town, 0.1 km from Shangani Beach
Canada
A
SAR 219
SAR 290 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Tembo B&B Apartments
A wooden deck with a hammock, chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows with ocean views, and traditional wooden lattice window frames.
A pool area with a view of the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.
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.

14. Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Stone Town, 0.1 km from Shangani Beach
United States
Gita
SAR 1,128
SAR 1,335 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
A dining table with seafood, a glass of orange juice, and a pool in the background.
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.
A buffet with waffles and various fruits and pastries.

15. Dhow Palace Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel
Stone Town, 0.3 km from Shangani Beach
United Kingdom
Joseph
SAR 242
SAR 316 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Dhow Palace Hotel
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden boat filled with food and drinks, surrounded by white walls and wooden railings.
A modern hotel dining area with a central island, multiple seating arrangements, and a kitchen in the background.
A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, a wooden wardrobe, and a small table with a chair.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a view of the sea, and a sunset in the background.

16. Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Stone Town, < 0.1 km from Shangani Beach
Canada
Gianfranco
SAR 542
SAR 661 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
A staircase leading to a shop with a sign reading "Karibuni".
A room with a bed, a wooden nightstand, and a tray with two glasses of red drink.
A courtyard with potted plants, a wooden staircase, and a sign above the entrance.
A narrow street with wooden furniture and potted plants.

17. Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town
Stone Town, 0.2 km from Shangani Beach
United States
Phillip
SAR 154
SAR 296 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town
A hotel lobby with wicker furniture, a TV, and potted plants.
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.
A courtyard with a hanging chair, a small pool, and potted plants.

18. Spice Palace Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel
Stone Town, 0.4 km from Shangani Beach
United States
Stanley
SAR 244
SAR 311 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Spice Palace Hotel
A courtyard with a wooden pergola, seating area, and potted plants.
A dining area with rustic wooden tables and chairs, white walls, and artwork.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.
A narrow alleyway with buildings on either side, featuring wooden doors and a tiled floor.

19. Sharazad Wonders Boutique

Sharazad Wonders Boutique
Stone Town, 0.3 km from Shangani Beach
Canada
Arjun
SAR 621
SAR 751 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Sharazad Wonders Boutique
A traditional building with a balcony, wooden lattice railings, and white curtains.
A spacious hallway with a wooden ceiling, potted plants, a red sofa, and a wooden door at the end.
A room with two beds, each with a canopy, a sofa, a coffee table, and a cowhide rug.
A spacious interior with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a central open area with a view to the upper level.

20. Jafferji House

Jafferji House
Stone Town, 0.3 km from Shangani Beach
United States
EMMANUEL
SAR 442
SAR 508 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Jafferji House
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Compare popular hotels close to Shangani Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A corridor with wooden balustrades, potted plants, and a staircase with a wooden handrail.
Zanzibar Coffee House
9.6
Exceptional
111 reviews
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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling fan.
Elephantohotel
9.4
Exceptional
11 reviews
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A woman sitting by a pool with a large planter and lush greenery in the background.
Kholle House
9.4
Exceptional
79 reviews
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An infinity pool with a clear view of the ocean at sunset.
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
9.4
Exceptional
288 reviews
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A rooftop terrace with white furniture and a view of a historic church and sunset over the sea.
Maru Maru Hotel
8.8
Excellent
604 reviews
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Top Shangani Beach Hotel Reviews

Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, overall good"
Victoria 2-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Tembo House Hotel
Spice Palace Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel

8/10 Good
"Rooms were the perfect size for my needs. I w as traveling to Zanzibar on business."
Stanley 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Spice Palace Hotel
Dhow Palace Hotel

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."
Alexander 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Dhow Palace Hotel
Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Zanzibar Palace Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely oasis of calm amidst the Zanzibar chaos. Very friendly attentive staff. Would definitely recommend ….."
Greig 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Zanzibar Palace Hotel
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

10/10 Excellent
"AMAZING!"
Kyle 2-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel

8/10 Good
"The location was ideal for wandering through Stone Town. The staff were friendly. The view from open patio dining area on the roof top was amazing. You must take advantage of wandering the many alley ways and shops. Lots to see in the area."
Anne 2-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Maru Maru Hotel
Mizingani Seafront Hotel

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."
Eric 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Mizingani Seafront Hotel
Tembo Palace Hotel

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."
stephane 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Tembo Palace Hotel
Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

10/10 Excellent
"Nice location with only steps to the water front, restaurants, boats to prison island and the Freddie Mercury museum. Breakfast was lovely and staff super friendly and helpful."
Phillip 1-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

Other attractions near Shangani Beach

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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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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Freddie Mercury Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Freddie Mercury Museum during your travels in Zanzibar Town. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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People's Palace Museum

8.8/10 (3 reviews)
You can study the exhibits at People's Palace Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Zanzibar Town. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.
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Marahubi Palace

You can learn about the history of Zanzibar Town with a visit to Marahubi Palace. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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St. Joseph's Cathedral

St. Joseph's Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Zanzibar Town, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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The Ancient Door of Stone Town

You can find out about the history of Zanzibar Town with a visit to The Ancient Door of Stone Town. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable 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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Shangani Beach?
Shangani Beach is located in Zanzibar Town. This historic area is known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 220 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Shangani Beach?
Adjacent to Shangani Beach, 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 Spice Palace Hotel and Park Hyatt Zanzibar.
How many hotels will I find close to Shangani Beach?
Expedia has 220 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Shangani Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Shangani Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Shangani Beach.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Shangani Beach?
To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Shangani Beach, head over to our customer service page.
What can I see and do near Shangani Beach?
You'll want to browse the collections at House of Wonders, Freddie Mercury Museum, and People's Palace Museum. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Old Fort, Slave Market, and Mbweni Ruins. Spend some time wandering around Forodhani Gardens, Chapwani Island, and Prison Island.