Dhow Palace Hotel

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Scored 8.2
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.4

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About this property

Centrally located in Zanzibar’s Stone Town, Dhow Palace Hotel is set in a historical building from 1559. It features a swimming pool, restaurant and roof-top terrace with panoramic views. Each spacious room comes with air conditioning and Zanzibari-style furniture and décor. The rooms also include satellite TV and an electric kettle. The en suite bathrooms are equipped with a hairdryer. Guests can relax by the swimming pool or on the roof-top terrace. The restaurant serves a variety of local Zanzibari and international cuisine. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. Dhow Palace Hotel is located just 300 metres from Stone Town Beach and 500 metres from the House of Wonders. The Ferry Port is 1 km away and Zanzibar Airport is 5 km from the hotel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness centre
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Zanzibar City, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.4

Breakfast info

Vegetarian, Halal, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
2 single beds
1 single bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
Bedroom
1 double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
3 single beds
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Asha
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I can't stress how helpful and accommodating the staff were, this was our favourite hotel on Zanzibar and we travelled the whole island.”
Subilaga
Tanzania Tanzania
“The place is amazing they surprise me with a birthday 🎂”
Zuzana
Czech Republic Czech Republic
“Really great location, amazing and big room. It was very clean, we had all necessary amenities. Staff was very friendly. Swimming pool was great.”
Konstantina
Greece Greece
“Convenient location, beautiful and clean common areas and rooms. The breakfast buffet and the options were tasty, and the staff was friendly and helpful.”
Vee
Namibia Namibia
“The hotel is so tastefully decorated. It’s absolutely beautiful. Not only is it aesthetically pleasing but it is mint clean! Lovely and helpful staff! Great stay overall!”
Christian
France France
“Location in the center of Stone Town was perfect, in a real ancient palace. Room of very big size as well as the bathroom. Short but convenient balcony. Big sized bed”
Arantxac
Spain Spain
“Great location right in the center of Stone Town. The staff were super friendly and helpful, and the breakfast was tasty with lots of options. Really enjoyed my stay here”
Barbara
Italy Italy
“Historical hotel in stone town's center. The staff is kind and helpfull. Breakfast good and varius. The swimming pool area perfect to relax during hot time. The room was clean and confortable.”
Julie
Australia Australia
“The lift to the second floor was wonderful plus all the amenities in our large room #41”
Steph
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location and truly amazing architecture and design it was almost as if you’d been transported back in time.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    African • Indian • European
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 12:00 to 22:00
Check-out
From 05:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 11 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$30 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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