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Market Backpackers - Hostel

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Economy Shared Dormitory, City View (For Men) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, towels

Reviews

4.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Market St, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar Urban
  • Place, Slave Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, House of Wonders
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Forodhani Gardens
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Shared Dormitory, City View (For Men)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Shared Dormitory, City View (For Women)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Economy Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds OR 2 Large Twin Beds

Basic Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Zanzibar Town

Located in Stone Town, Market Backpackers - Hostel is next to Darajani Market and Slave Market. This 2-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Christ Church Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Slave Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • House of Wonders - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Forodhani Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Old Fort - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Forodhani Park - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪House of Karafuu - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Secret Garden - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Market Backpackers - Hostel

Guests of Market Backpackers - Hostel enjoy a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and microwave in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for TZS 30000.00 per vehicle roundtrip. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. 5 bathrooms, ovens, and stovetops are other standard amenities. Bathrooms are shared.
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

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 shared bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 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

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: TZS 30000.00 per vehicle (roundtrip)

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
This property accepts cash
  • Check-in: 1 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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 cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No alcohol is served or permitted at Market Backpackers - Hostel.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Market Backpackers Hostel Zanzibar Town
Market Backpackers Zanzibar Town
Market Backpackers
Market Backpackers - Hostel Zanzibar Town
Market Backpackers - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Market Backpackers - Hostel?

Market Backpackers - Hostel offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Market Backpackers - Hostel?

As of Mar 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Market Backpackers - Hostel on Mar 10, 2026 start from $30, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see around Market Backpackers - Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Stone Town, just steps from Darajani Market and Slave Market, and within a short walk of House of Wonders. You'll also find Old Fort and Shangani Beach less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Market Backpackers - Hostel?

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

Does Market Backpackers - Hostel have a casino on the premises?

No, Market Backpackers - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Market Backpackers - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Market Backpackers - Hostel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like free breakfast and a rooftop terrace plus some rooms include city views.

Are there hot tubs at Market Backpackers - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Market Backpackers - Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Market Backpackers - Hostel offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Market Backpackers - Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Market Backpackers - Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at Market Backpackers - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Market Backpackers - Hostel?

The closest major airport to Market Backpackers - Hostel 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 Market Backpackers - Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Market Backpackers - Hostel.

Market Backpackers - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

4.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 3 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tuncay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
WiFi is avaliable in the room and wash room is big
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

4/10 Poor

giwon

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020