Dhow Palace Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel in Zanzibar Town with free breakfast and a coffee shop

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Property entrance
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views
Presidential Double Room | Terrace/patio
Free daily full breakfast
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kenyatta Road / Baghani Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar Town, 397400
  • Place, Shangani Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Forodhani Gardens
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Slave Market
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Triple Room, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 376 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Presidential Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Zanzibar Town

Located in Stone Town, Dhow Palace Hotel is next to People's Palace Museum and Marahubi Palace. This 4-star hotel has 30 guestrooms and offers an indoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Shangani Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Old Fort - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Forodhani Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Slave Market - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Forodhani Park - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪House of Karafuu - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪6 Degrees South - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Dhow Palace Hotel

Hotel in Zanzibar Town with free breakfast and a coffee shop
At Dhow Palace Hotel, guests enjoy an indoor pool, a children's pool, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 20 one-way. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, concierge services, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a library, and free newspapers.
LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and slippers. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and safes are also available. Housekeeping is not available.
An indoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 60 km
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Free rollaway/extra beds are available
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: noon—-10 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Unmarried guests may be restricted from sharing rooms in accordance with local laws. Guests must provide proof of marriage if requested by the property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No alcohol is served or permitted at Dhow Palace Hotel.
  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Dhow Palace Hotel?

Dhow Palace Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see around Dhow Palace Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Stone Town, just steps from Nakupenda Beach and People's Palace Museum, and within a short walk of Shangani Beach. You'll also find Old Fort and Forodhani Gardens less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Dhow Palace Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Dhow Palace Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, Dhow Palace Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Dhow Palace Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

Is Dhow Palace Hotel good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an indoor pool, a poolside bar, and a restaurant.

Does Dhow Palace Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Dhow Palace Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Dhow Palace Hotel serves free full breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Will Dhow Palace Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Dhow Palace Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Dhow Palace Hotel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Dhow Palace Hotel?

The closest major airport to Dhow Palace Hotel is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), which is 4.7 mi away (18 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Dhow Palace Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Dhow Palace Hotel.