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ZH Backpackers

Property class: 2.5

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Private kitchen
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Reviews

2.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Kiponda St, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region
  • Place, Christ Church Cathedral
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Slave Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Fort
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Zanzibar Town

Located in Stone Town, ZH Backpackers is next to Darajani Market and Shakti Temple. The 4 rooms at this guesthouse include refrigerators and microwaves.
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What's nearby

  • Christ Church Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Slave Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Malindi Mosque - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Old Fort - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Forodhani Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Maru Maru Terrace Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Zanzibar Coffeehouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Living Room - ‬10 min walk

About this property

ZH Backpackers

Guests of ZH Backpackers enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. Friendly staff can provide access to locker space, and also offer advice about sightseeing.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Lockers

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children

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: 11:00 AM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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 cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

ZH Backpackers Guesthouse
ZH Backpackers Zanzibar Town
ZH Backpackers Guesthouse Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at ZH Backpackers?

ZH Backpackers provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see close to ZH Backpackers?

This guesthouse is situated in Stone Town, just steps from Darajani Market and Hamamni Persian Baths, and within a short walk of Old Fort. You'll also find Shangani Beach and Forodhani Gardens less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at ZH Backpackers?

No, there isn't parking at this guesthouse.

Does ZH Backpackers have a casino on the premises?

No, ZH Backpackers doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at ZH Backpackers?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Are there hot tubs at ZH Backpackers?

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

Does ZH Backpackers have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

ZH Backpackers offers an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does ZH Backpackers allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at ZH Backpackers.

Are there connecting rooms at ZH Backpackers?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to ZH Backpackers?

The closest major airport to ZH Backpackers is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), which is 4.8 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at ZH Backpackers?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at ZH Backpackers.

ZH Backpackers Reviews

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2.0/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Staff & service

2.0/10

Amenities

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property does not exist. Expedia charged me in advance. I need a refund immediately.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022