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Airport Hotels near Zanzibar Intl.

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

4 out of 5
Kiembe Samaki, Airport Road Zanzibar Town
$151 nightly
The price is $201 total per night from May 19 to May 20
$201 total
May 19 - May 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel

Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel

5 out of 5
Mbweni Street Zanzibar Town Zanzibar
$167 nightly
The price is $222 total per night from May 28 to May 29
$222 total
May 28 - May 29
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (100 reviews)
"The hotel staff is very friendly and helpful, the room was clean and comfortable. The airport shuttle was free and even though our arrival flight was delayed by 2 hours the driver was there as we arrived"

Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026

Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
Green Turaco

Green Turaco

3 out of 5
48 Buyu Street Chukwani Mjini Magharibi
$78 nightly
The price is $109 total per night from May 24 to May 25
$109 total
May 24 - May 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chukwani. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Amaan Stadium and Kariakoo Amusement ...
Green Turaco
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Hotels In Zanzibar

Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel

4 out of 5
Forodhani Street Zanzibar Town
$99 nightly
The price is $136 total per night from May 19 to May 20
$136 total
May 19 - May 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (973 reviews)
"Lovely stay and excellent service."

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2026

Tembo House Hotel
Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

5 out of 5
Kelele Square Zanzibar Town
$246 nightly
The price is $327 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$327 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (249 reviews)
"Very nice and helpful staff."

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026

Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Tembo B&B Apartments

Tembo B&B Apartments

4 out of 5
Shangani St. Zanzibar Town Mjini Magharibi
$55 nightly
The price is $80 total per night from May 21 to May 22
$80 total
May 21 - May 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Freddie Mercury Museum and Shangani ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (131 reviews)
"Great ocean/beach location, breakfast had good selection. The on-site manager was very accommodating."

Reviewed on May 13, 2026

Tembo B&B Apartments
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Zanzibar Hotels With Airport Transportation

Abla Beach Apartments

Abla Beach Apartments

3.5 out of 5
Beit-El-Ras, Mtoni Zanzibar Town
Stay at this hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Chapwani Island and Masingini Forest are located ...
4.8/10 (6 reviews)
Poor facilities
"My stay at the apartment was not comfortable, the staff at the reception were not very helpful, the rooms needs repair, the bath tub not working properly.. apartment not equipped with self tools for cooking etc."

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2020

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Abla Beach Apartments
Africa House Hotel

Africa House Hotel

4 out of 5
Shangani Zanzibar Town
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Marahubi Palace and People's Palace ...
7.6/10 Good! (164 reviews)
"Ok, very expensive for the experience. Sea view rooms are extremely noisy."

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2022

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Africa House Hotel
Al Johari Hotel & Spa

Al Johari Hotel & Spa

3 out of 5
116 Shangani (Stone Town) Zanzibar Town
$63 nightly
The price is $87 total per night from May 19 to May 20
$87 total
May 19 - May 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and room service. Popular attractions People's Palace Museum ...
7.6/10 Good! (154 reviews)
"Room cleanliness"

Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025

Al Johari Hotel & Spa
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Low Priced Zanzibar Hotels

Al Minar Hotel

Al Minar Hotel

3.5 out of 5
SHANGANI STONE TOWN ZANZIBAR TANZANIA Plot 96, SHANGANI S Zanzibar Town Mjini Magharibi Region
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free breakfast, a full-service spa, and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Jaw's Corner and Hamamni ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (275 reviews)
No nonsense hotel with good service
"We enjoyed our 2 night stay at Al Minar. Good value for money, located close to all the 5 star hotels, but this one is affordable. Especially the family room which fitted us nicely."

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2023

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Al Minar Hotel
Zanzibar Hotel

Zanzibar Hotel

3 out of 5
Off Bhangani Street Zanzibar Town
Stay at this hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Marahubi Palace and People's Palace Museum are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (113 reviews)
"We booked the Zanzibar Hotel in February 2019 for a stay in August. The week before we travelled we contacted the hotel to request an airport transfer, which their website said they offered. They replied to our Expedia message by saying that the hotel was undergoing refurbishment but we would be ..."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2019

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Zanzibar Hotel
Asmini Palace Hotel

Asmini Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
Kiponda Street Zanzibar Town
Stay at this hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum) and House of Wonders ...
7.8/10 Good! (53 reviews)
Fantastic breakfast
"I would say they have the best breakfast I have tried in Stone Town, and trust me, I have tried several."

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2023

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Asmini Palace Hotel
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Family Friendly Hotels in Zanzibar

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

4 out of 5
Mizingani Road, Malindi district Zanzibar Town
$62 nightly
The price is $88 total per night from May 21 to May 22
$88 total
May 21 - May 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (415 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, playground, babysitting, laundry

Travelers say...
"Very Nice hôtel Edith an antique charm Near stone town and 2 minutes Wallin to the ferry"

Reviewed on May 17, 2026

Mizingani Seafront Hotel
Tausi Palace Hotel

Tausi Palace Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Baghani Street Zanzibar Town
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions The Ancient Door of Stone ...
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Tausi Palace Hotel
Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

5 out of 5
Kelele Square Zanzibar Town
$246 nightly
The price is $327 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$327 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (249 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, game room, babysitting, on the beach

Travelers say...
"Very nice and helpful staff."

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026

Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the shortest flight from Ottawa International Airport to Zanzibar Airport?
It's a long way from Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport (YOW) to Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) — in fact, 15 hours and 55 minutes at least. But all that time cooped up in the cabin doesn't need to be difficult. Be prepared and bring all the basics like your toothbrush and a blanket.
How many hours flight from Ottawa Intl. Airport to Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)?
Ordinarily, the trip from YOW to ZNZ lasts 15 hours and 57 minutes. If you're hoping to get some decent sleep, bring essentials like a good neck pillow, a comfy eye mask and a set of earplugs.
What airlines have the most flights from Ottawa International Airport to Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)?
Do some people-watching, have a coffee, go for a short wander .... Airport stopovers don't have to be a bore! If you're traveling between Ottawa and Zanzibar Town, you can't fly direct. Plan to make a stop somewhere.

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