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Horizon Palace

2.5 star property

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
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Superior Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Baghani St, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region
  • Place, House of Wonders
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Fort
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Forodhani Gardens
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Suite

  • 538 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Zanzibar Town

Located in Stone Town, Horizon Palace is next to Marahubi Palace and People's Palace Museum. This 37-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, 2 bars/lounges, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Forodhani Park - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪House of Karafuu - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Maru Maru Terrace Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Horizon Palace

Guest of Horizon Palace enjoy features like conference space, spa treatment rooms, and coffee in a common area. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and concierge services. This hotel also has a TV in a common area.
24-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include minibars, fans, and safes.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages, and Thai massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Hosted evening meal available for a fee of USD 30

Restaurants on site

  • SKYMAKI COCKTAIL & SUSHI

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • High chair

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2,153 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • Hosted evening meal: USD 30

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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 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, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

HORIZON PALACE Hotel
HORIZON PALACE Zanzibar Town
HORIZON PALACE Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Horizon Palace?

Horizon Palace offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Horizon Palace?

As of Jun 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Horizon Palace on Jun 21, 2026 start from $72, 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's there to do within easy reach of Horizon Palace?

This hotel is situated in Stone Town, just steps from Marahubi Palace and People's Palace Museum, and within a short walk of Nakupenda Beach. You'll also find House of Wonders and Hamamni Persian Baths less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Horizon Palace?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Is there a spa available at Horizon Palace?

Spa services at the hotel include deep-tissue massages.

Does Horizon Palace have a casino on the premises?

No, Horizon Palace doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Horizon Palace?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Horizon Palace?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a minibar and bathrobes as well as a restaurant.

Does Horizon Palace have a hot tub?

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

Does Horizon Palace have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Horizon Palace serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at SKYMAKI COCKTAIL & SUSHI.

Does Horizon Palace allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Horizon Palace.

Does Horizon Palace have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Horizon Palace?

The closest major airport to Horizon Palace is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), which is 4.6 mi away (18 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Horizon Palace?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Horizon Palace that offer a balcony.

Horizon Palace Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 29 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Eva

Very nice Hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Quinton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very centrally located from the beach/ stone town and the new city. Nothing was more than a 20 minute walk. The roof top bar/ restaurant was a nice perk especially during Ramadan when many places are closed for the fast. It is an older property, so the rooms aren't very modern as the showers/ bathrooms could benefit from an upgrade. Staff are very accommodating and friendly.
Shower
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Pål Sverre

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not clean, dirty in bathrooms, airconditions was okey in one room but did not reach normal temperature in the other
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Christelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful place, very nice staff, walkable within Stone town. Dated bathrooms but great experience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Thorir

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

A nice option for a few days in Stonetown

In general a nice stay. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room had a nice aircondition (although the room was quite dark). The rooftop was nice with some nice views and the location is really good. The breakfast was a bit limited, but so was it everywhere else we stayed in Tanzania. Overall a really nice option for a few days in Stonetown.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful old wood architecture and friendly staff. Nice rooftop dining area. Spacious room. Strong AC and great hot water. Easy access to Forodhani and Stone Town sights. Must walk down a short alley from the street to get to hotel from taxi. I would stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sohail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
5 mins walk to forodhani,
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was friendly, but the hotel had no other guests, didn’t take long to find out why. No water in the rooms. Or cold water to be found in the hotel. Asked for water to the room, but none arrived. Stayed one night before switching to another hotel. Do not book here
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Marcella

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really poor hygiene and lousy rooms with lots of missing items, such as toilet seats, mosquito nets, etcetera
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value for the price and centrally located for an urban experience of Zanzibar. I spent a night there and my room had lots of character with beautiful sculpted wood furnishings. The bathroom was not renovated, unlike the room itself. It was functional but not inviting. No bottled water was provided which would be nice at least to brush your teeth (can’t drink the water in Zanzibar). The mosquito net had some holes in it. The staff’s English is very limited, which can make communication around basic things challenging. Nice rooftop.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could be upgraded. Our tub needs serious repair or replacement. No instructions for hot water. It’s old. Safe does not work in the room. No elevator. Staff carried bags for us. They were excellent answering questions
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value for the price and centrally located for an urban experience of Zanzibar. I spent a night there before heading north to the beach and my room had lots of character with beautiful sculpted wood furnishings. The bathroom was not renovated, unlike the room itself. It was functional but not inviting. No bottled water was provided which would be nice at least to brush your teeth (can’t drink the water in Zanzibar). The mosquito net had some holes in it. The staff’s English is very limited, which can make communication around basic things challenging. Nice rooftop.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property is in a very old building so I expected the mismatched tiles in the bathroom where repairs were made, uneven floors, mismatched furniture and such. But one of our rooms had a broken A/C both nights and the other room the A/C didn't work the second night, one bed was missing a top sheet, and it just seemed like there were lots of small changes that could be made to transform this into a top-notch hotel. It was an interesting location and the views from the rooftop dining for breakfast was lovely and we appreciated the staff. I'm glad we stayed here because of the location but the stay would have been much better with air conditioning that worked so we could sleep more at night. Note that the hotel is on a street that doesn't allow cars so you will park and walk some distance with your luggage. We arrived at night and I'm thankful our taxi driver helped us find the hotel on foot as we were tired and carrying all the luggage for ourselves and our four children and google maps wasn't helping navigate.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stort flott rom. Rent. Sentralt Flott takrestaurant med utsikt. Hyggelig personal
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Javier

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Bien ubicado, mal servido y cama muy incómoda.

La ubicación excelente, tranquilo a pesar de los cantos de los gallos por la mañana y los rezos al alba. El servicio bastante malo. No teníamos toallas y tardamos horas en que nos las dieran. Pedimos una almohada más cómoda y nos ignoraron. La habitación muy grande y bonita, pero el colchón muy incómodo, tan viejo que se deshacía la tela y la cama se hundía por la mitad. Recomiendo comprobar la cama antes de aceptar la invitación.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Flott beliggenhet og hyggelig personal, men gammelt og slitt uten heis.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Quinton

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kurt

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Isaiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

KANTHARUBAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Theodorus

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

christine

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jens Kåre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025