Funguni Palace Hotel

3.0 star property

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Front of property - evening/night
Balcony
Reception
Free daily English breakfast
Standard Triple Room | Free WiFi

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Funguni Rd, Funguni Street, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar Urban, 1071
  • Place, Malindi Mosque
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Forodhani Gardens
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Slave Market
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Zanzibar Town

Located in Stone Town, Funguni Palace Hotel is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Malindi Mosque and Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. This 13-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast and 24-hour room service, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Malindi Mosque - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Forodhani Gardens - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Slave Market - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Old Fort - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Forodhani Park - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪House of Karafuu - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Secret Garden - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Funguni Palace Hotel

Guests of Funguni Palace Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a TV in a common area and a vending machine.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Relax with a rainfall shower. Fans are also included.
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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 10:30 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 24 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

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 4.00 per person, per night
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 12.00 percent will be charged

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

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 10:30 AM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • No alcohol is served or permitted at Funguni Palace Hotel.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Funguni Palace Hotel Hotel
Funguni Palace Hotel Zanzibar Town
Funguni Palace Hotel Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of Funguni Palace Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Stone Town within a 10-minute walk of Zanzibar Ferry Terminal, Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum), and Zanzibar Night Market. You'll also find Forodhani Gardens and Old Fort less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Funguni Palace Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does Funguni Palace Hotel include a casino at the property?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at Funguni Palace Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Funguni Palace Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like 24-hour room service and a rainfall showerhead as well as a free daily breakfast.

Are there hot tubs at Funguni Palace Hotel?

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

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

Funguni Palace Hotel offers free English breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Funguni Palace Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Funguni Palace Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Funguni Palace Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Funguni Palace Hotel?

The closest major airport to Funguni Palace Hotel is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), which is 5 mi away (19 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Funguni Palace Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Funguni Palace Hotel.

Funguni Palace Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 18 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

ARNAUD

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

not recommanded

Reservation paid when ordering and no room on arrival, obliged to pay again to get a room, due to poor management of reservations, hotel strongly discouraged.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

MARTINE

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Anders

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Avinyia

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic property for the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Located in a dark & out of the way area

Located in a dark area away from most restaurants & shops. My room had no curtains on the windows including the hallway meaning I had to sleep in almost complete light. I think the price is a little expensive for the hotel with its position & condition. Stuff were very friendly & the breakfast was ok
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

valerie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Budget hotel with a great roof top
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Decent place, would stay again

Clean inside, handy location 10 minutes walk from most attractions and without the price tag of some of the other hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Rehana

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly, Clean and Convenient

The Hotel is well located very near to the Ferry. The staff were friendly at all times, and helped us book various activities around the island, although there were some miscommunication, specifically about the prison island and spice tour including time for swimming (they didnt). The breakfast is good but not "Full English" as advertises
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

not recommanded

Reservation paid when ordering and no room on arrival, obliged to pay again to get a room, due to poor management of reservations, hotel strongly discouraged.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonas

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Piotr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Henrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021