Name: Dhow Palace Hotel
Address: Kenyatta Road, Shangani, Stone Town , 1052 Zanzibar City, Tanzania, Kenyatta Road, Shangani, Stone Town, Zanzibar, 1052, Tanzania
Rating: 8.2

Dhow Palace Hotel

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About this property

Centrally located in Zanzibar’s Stone Town, Dhow Palace Hotel is set in a historical building from 1559. It features a swimming pool, restaurant and roof-top terrace with panoramic views. Each spacious room comes with air conditioning and Zanzibari-style furniture and décor. The rooms also include satellite TV and an electric kettle. The en suite bathrooms are equipped with a hairdryer. Guests can relax by the swimming pool or on the roof-top terrace. The restaurant serves a variety of local Zanzibari and international cuisine. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. Dhow Palace Hotel is located just 300 metres from Stone Town Beach and 500 metres from the House of Wonders. The Ferry Port is 1 km away and Zanzibar Airport is 5 km from the hotel.

Families particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a stay with kids.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Situated in the best rated area in Zanzibar City, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.4
Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Vegetarian, Halal, Buffet

Rooms with:

Garden view
Quiet street view

Free private parking available at the hotel

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Availability

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All available rooms

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Room type	Number of guests	Today's price	Your choices	How many rooms will you need for your stay? Please select here. Select rooms
Single Room with Bath We have 1 left 1 single bed Free cot available on request Garden view Air conditioning Ensuite bathroom Flat-screen TV Free WiFi Free toiletries Safety deposit box Toilet Bath or shower Towels Linen Socket near the bed Cleaning products Tile/marble floor Desk Seating Area Private entrance TV Slippers Refrigerator Mosquito net Telephone Tea/Coffee maker Hairdryer Fan Electric kettle Cable channels Wake-up service Wardrobe or closet Entire unit located on ground floor Upper floors accessible by elevator Upper floors accessible by stairs only Clothes rack Drying rack for clothing Toilet paper Entire unit wheelchair accessible Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation	Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1 Only for 1 guest	US$64 per night Original price US$263.14 Late Escape Deal - US$52.63 This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026. Booking.com pays - US$19.87 You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online as Booking.com will pay part of the price. Total before taxes US$190.64 US$64 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges. 28% off 28% off You’re getting 28% off the original price due to multiple deals and benefits. Late Escape Deal Late Escape Deal This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026. Excluded: US$ 5 City tax per person per night, 18 % VAT	Good breakfast included Non-refundable Pay online discount may be available Free stay for your child	Select rooms
	Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1 Only for 1 guest	US$78 per night Original price US$292.37 Late Escape Deal - US$58.47 This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026. Total before taxes US$233.90 US$78 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges. 20% off 20% off You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal. Late Escape Deal Late Escape Deal This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026. Excluded: US$ 5 City tax per person per night, 18 % VAT	Good breakfast included Costs 1st night to cancel No prepayment needed – pay at the property discount may be available Free stay for your child	Select rooms

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Vee
Namibia
“The hotel is so tastefully decorated. It’s absolutely beautiful. Not only is it aesthetically pleasing but it is mint clean! Lovely and helpful staff! Great stay overall!”
Christian
France
“Location in the center of Stone Town was perfect, in a real ancient palace. Room of very big size as well as the bathroom. Short but convenient balcony. Big sized bed”
Arantxac
Spain
“Great location right in the center of Stone Town. The staff were super friendly and helpful, and the breakfast was tasty with lots of options. Really enjoyed my stay here”
Julie
Australia
“The lift to the second floor was wonderful plus all the amenities in our large room #41”
Steph
United Kingdom
“Great location and truly amazing architecture and design it was almost as if you’d been transported back in time.”
Jeanette
Canada
“We booked the premium room called Langi Langi. It had a wonderful row of windows with ocean view and a balcony. What came the most pleasantly surprising is the renovated bathroom. It had the European marble look with a shower under the night sky.”
Suhila
United Kingdom
“Walking distance to the city, beach and shops. Close to the mosque & restaurants. Staff were SO friendly & helpful!”
Beccie
United Kingdom
“A great location and well appointed hotel. Friendly staff and the pool was a welcome cool off after a hot day exploring the city.”
Borowy
Germany
“Really nice place, the beach and the old Fort is nearby”
Mohamed
Bahrain
“Excellent location,and staff were helpful,the building has history and character(was a palace before).The rooms were ckean and bathrooms modern.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site

Restaurant #1
- Cuisine
  African • Indian • European
- Open for
  Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
- Ambiance
  Family friendly • Traditional
- Dietary options
  Halal • Vegetarian • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in

From 12:00 to 22:00

Check-out

From 05:00 to 10:00

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 11 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

If you are travelling with children under 11 years, to ensure you pay the correct price please select a rate that has child occupancy specified.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years

Cot upon request

Free

3+ years

Extra bed upon request

US$30 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods

Cash