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Located in Zanzibar City, 400 metres from The Zanzibar Curio shop, Al-Minar Hotel has a terrace and a shared lounge. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. Peace Memorial Museum is 700 metres from the hotel. Guest rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom. At the hotel, rooms include a seating area. The daily breakfast offers continental and buffet options. Old Fort of Zanzibar is 300 metres from Al-Minar Hotel Zanzibar, while House of Wonders is a 5-minute walk away.

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

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Zanzibar City, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.2


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.4
High score for Zanzibar City

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Alex
    Australia Australia
    The location was fantastic, on a quiet side street but still close to the main town and beaches. The staff were always incredibly kind and helped us out whenever we needed. We would love to stay here again.
  • Conny
    Finland Finland
    Quirky old building in the centre of Stone Town with walking distance to everything you need to see and experience.
  • Daniel
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Very friendly and helpful stuff. Feeling like home.
  • Ida
    South Africa South Africa
    Good location and close to all you need in stonetown
  • Rasima
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Helpful and friendly staff, great location, spacious room and clean.
  • Aleksandraa_001
    Slovenia Slovenia
    The staff was really friendly and the room was clean. The location is also great.
  • Sedat
    Canada Canada
    Central location in the middle of Stonetown, clean room, nice housekeeping, exceptional breakfast.
  • Breda
    Australia Australia
    Excellent location. Really felt like I was part of stone town. Very good breakfast
  • Maura
    Bolivia Bolivia
    The hotel is very well located, in the heart of old town, just 5 minutes walk to Freddy Mercury's Museum and the main things, beach is around 7 minutes walking to. The staff were really friendly, helpful and kind, specially the lady who used to...
  • Alina
    Romania Romania
    The location is very good and the staff is super nice. Also the breakfast was very good!

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of Al-Minar Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Kitchen

  • Tumble dryer
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live music/performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Stand-up comedy
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site

Living Area

  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Fruits
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.

  • Valet parking

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Carpeted
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Wellness

  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Massage
    Additional charge

Languages spoken

  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Hindi
  • Swahili

House rules
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Check-in
From 13:00
Check-out
From 10:30 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 9 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 years
Extra bed upon request
US$20 per person, per night

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

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note the property charges an additional surcharge of 5% for card payments and also the bank transfers.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

FAQs about Al-Minar Hotel

  • Al-Minar Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Stand-up comedy
    • Bike tours
    • Head massage
    • Cooking class
    • Beauty Services
    • Walking tours
    • Full body massage
    • Live music/performance
    • Facial treatments
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Hand massage
    • Bicycle rental
    • Waxing services
    • Back massage
    • Neck massage
    • Foot massage
    • Couples massage

  • Al-Minar Hotel is 1.5 miles from the centre of Zanzibar City. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Al-Minar Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Family

  • Check-in at Al-Minar Hotel is from 13:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at Al-Minar Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The nearest beach is just 150 yards from Al-Minar Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.