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A room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a window with curtains.
A room with a large window, a wooden cabinet, a table with chairs, and a hanging canopy.
A courtyard with a stone wall, a bench, and various potted plants.
A hallway with a chandelier, curtains, and a canopy.

1. Emerson Spice Hotel

Emerson Spice Hotel
Stone Town, 0.7 km from Shangani Beach
Canada
Julie
SAR 404
SAR 495 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Emerson Spice Hotel
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a modern bathroom.
A person sitting by a window with a view of a building and palm trees.
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 hallway with a large arched doorway, two upholstered chairs, a round table, and three large woven vases.

2. The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
Stone Town, 0.2 km from Shangani Beach
United States
Alexander
SAR 1,097
SAR 1,307 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a building with multiple balconies and arched windows.
A balcony with a view of the sea, boats, and a beach.
A large hotel with a swimming pool, multiple floors, and a courtyard.
A balcony with a view of the sea, a wooden table, and a window with shutters.

3. Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel
Stone Town, 0.2 km from Shangani Beach
United States
Victoria
SAR 392
SAR 488 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Tembo House Hotel
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 modern restaurant with teal chairs and wooden tables, a central counter with a TV, and patterned columns.

4. Elephantohotel

Elephantohotel
Stone Town, 0.7 km from Shangani Beach
United States
duane
SAR 397
SAR 493 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Elephantohotel
An infinity pool with a clear view of the ocean at sunset.
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.
A seaside patio with outdoor seating and a view of the sea.

5. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Stone Town, < 0.1 km from Shangani Beach
Canada
Possenta C
SAR 1,277
SAR 1,514 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
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.

6. Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel
Stone Town, 0.4 km from Shangani Beach
United States
MOMO
SAR 275
SAR 380 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Maru Maru Hotel
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 hallway with a wooden door, a bench, and a potted plant.
A room with a high ceiling, a bed with a white bedspread, a wooden chair, a small table, and a wardrobe with hanging clothes.

7. Habari House

Habari House
Stone Town, 0.1 km from Shangani Beach
Sweden
Marcus
SAR 310
SAR 386 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Habari House
A woman sitting by a pool with a large planter and lush greenery in the background.
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.
A hallway with yellow walls, ornate doors, and a stone floor.

8. Kholle House

Kholle House
Stone Town, 0.9 km from Shangani Beach
United States
catherine
SAR 312
SAR 584 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Kholle House
A bathtub with a tiled mosaic floor, candles, and bottles of water.
A room with a bed under a canopy, a wooden chair with red cushions, and a painting on the wall.
A bathroom with a bathtub, toiletries, and towels.
A balcony with a table set for a meal, featuring a teapot, cups, and a plate of food.

9. Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Zanzibar Palace Hotel
Stone Town, 0.7 km from Shangani Beach
United Kingdom
Greig
SAR 481
SAR 590 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Zanzibar Palace Hotel
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.

10. 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 541
SAR 660 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
A beach with sun loungers and a restaurant with outdoor seating.
A buffet with various fruits and sliced meats.
A poolside lounge with wooden furniture and a checkered floor.
A white building with multiple windows and doors, featuring wooden shutters and balconies.

11. 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 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.

12. Shaba Boutique Hotel

Shaba Boutique Hotel
Stone Town, 0.8 km from Shangani Beach
United States
Melanie
SAR 346
SAR 439 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Shaba Boutique Hotel
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.

13. 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 staircase leading to a shop with a sign reading "Karibuni".
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.
A narrow street with wooden furniture and potted plants.

14. 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 bedroom with a wooden bed, a mirror, a shelf with a clock, and a ceiling with exposed beams.
A wooden ladder shelf unit in a room with tiled flooring, a patterned ceiling, and a wooden door.
A modern outdoor seating area with a white bench and a potted plant.
A kitchen with a coffee maker, two bottles, a microwave, and various kitchenware on a wooden table.

15. Hanaia House

Hanaia House
Stone Town, 0.7 km from Shangani Beach
United Kingdom
Abdulmunim
SAR 220
SAR 254 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Hanaia House
A traditional building with a balcony, wooden lattice railings, and white curtains.
A dimly lit room with a bathtub, candles, and decorative lanterns.
A room with two beds, each with a canopy, a sofa, a coffee table, and a cowhide rug.
A spacious hallway with a wooden ceiling, potted plants, a red sofa, and a wooden door at the end.

16. Jafferji House

Jafferji House
Stone Town, 0.3 km from Shangani Beach
United States
EMMANUEL
SAR 347
SAR 399 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Jafferji House
A wooden deck with a hammock, chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A pool area with a view of the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.
A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows with ocean views, and traditional wooden lattice window frames.
A beach with a wooden boat and a lounge chair with a cushion.

17. Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Stone Town, 0.1 km from Shangani Beach
United States
Gita
SAR 1,129
SAR 1,336 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
A courtyard with a wooden pergola, seating area, and potted plants.
A home office with a desk, computer, and various decorative items on shelves.
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.

18. Sharazad Wonders Boutique

Sharazad Wonders Boutique
Stone Town, 0.3 km from Shangani Beach
Canada
Arjun
SAR 615
SAR 744 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Sharazad Wonders Boutique
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 covered outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, surrounded by wicker furniture and palm trees in the background.
A lobby with a checkered floor, a staircase, and a reception area with a TV.

19. Spice Palace Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel
Stone Town, 0.4 km from Shangani Beach
United States
Stanley
SAR 277
SAR 349 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Spice Palace Hotel
A swimming pool with a tiled edge and a checkered floor area.
A spiral staircase with ornate black metal railings.
A multi-level interior with white walls and wooden balconies.
A dining area with checkered flooring and tables arranged in a central octagonal pattern.

20. Forodhani Park Hotel

Forodhani Park Hotel
Stone Town, 0.3 km from Shangani Beach
United States
Al
SAR 343
SAR 431 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Forodhani Park Hotel
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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 room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a window with curtains.
Emerson Spice Hotel
9.6
Exceptional
126 reviews
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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a modern bathroom.
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
9.6
Exceptional
48 reviews
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A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a building with multiple balconies and arched windows.
Tembo House Hotel
8.8
Excellent
1,002 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
12 reviews
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An infinity pool with a clear view of the ocean at sunset.
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
9.4
Exceptional
290 reviews
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Top Shangani Beach Hotel Reviews

Dhow Palace Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel

8/10 Good
"Very nice property and good location but no air conditioning in our room. Very hot and stuffy. Otherwise good."
Tracy 2-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Dhow Palace Hotel
Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely stay at the Mizingani Seafront. Extremely helpful and attentive staff, clean/comfortable rooms and a nice quiet pool area"
Greig 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Mizingani Seafront Hotel
Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel

8/10 Good
"Comfortable, classic property right on the beach. Staff was friendly and accommodating, the food was good. The only negative was the hotel is not licensed, but that is understandable given the location in the Muslim part of Stonetown."
Nicholas 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Tembo House Hotel
Spice Palace Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"I stayed for 1 night came very late 2am but the staff and hotel was very accommodating, contacted the hotel ahead of time and they was able to send info to chk into there portal so that I can chk in before I landed, when I arrived the process wasn't even 5 mins and I was already in my room, and dont forget the free breakfast which was great. I definitely recommend and will stay here again. Thk you spice palace for all your hospitality."
CRYSTAL 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Spice Palace Hotel
Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent
"Fantastic location, excellent staff, great facilities, all with a lot of history."
Mark 4-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Tembo B&B Apartments

Tembo B&B Apartments

8/10 Good
"Bad communication between hotel and driver causing our airport driver to have to wait a couple hours for us after our flight was delayed and no one from the hotel responded to my call, texts, or email. Shows lack of respect for the driver I think. Otherwise a nice stay."
Michael 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Tembo B&B Apartments
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

10/10 Excellent
"Great location in the middle of the old city, very clean, staff very nice. Their restaurant was good. No pool (just saying this because some reviews make it look like there is a pool)."
Alexander 3-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel

8/10 Good
"Les déjeuners sont ordinaires pour le prix cependant le souper super et les happy hours aussi"
Maude 2-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Maru Maru 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 9 days ago
Zanzibar Palace Hotel

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.