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Al Minar Hotel

3.5 star property
Zanzibar Town hotel with spa and safari

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Free daily full breakfast
1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe
Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe
Lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, alfresco dining
Al-Minar Hotel, in the heart of Stone Town, invites you to unwind with a massage and facial at its spa or indulge in international cuisine at the Terrace Restaurant. With al fresco dining options and a coffee shop nearby, you can savor local flavors while staying connected with WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Spa
  • Free breakfast
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant
  • Full-service spa
  • 24-hour room service
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Babysitting
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate dining area

Room options

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Family Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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SHANGANI STONE TOWN ZANZIBAR TANZANIA Plot 96, SHANGANI S, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region, 4858

What's nearby

  • Slave Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Shangani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Old Fort - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 19 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Forodhani Park - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪House of Karafuu - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Secret Garden - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Al Minar Hotel

Al Minar Hotel is just 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). You can visit the spa to indulge in massages or facials, and international cuisine is served at Terrace Restaurant, which is open for lunch and dinner. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli and a terrace.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 22 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 15
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 15
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Children

    • One child (7 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Offsite parking within 328 ft (USD 3 per night)
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • No alcohol served onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Mountain biking
  • Safari
  • Sailing
  • Scuba diving
  • Water skiing
  • Windsurfing
  • Beach nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Full-service spa
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 21-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

What to enjoy

  • Separate dining area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include massages and facials. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Terrace Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 20 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 20.0 per night

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs USD 3 per night (328 ft away)

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Al-Minar
Al-Minar Hotel
Al-Minar Hotel Zanzibar Town
Al-Minar Zanzibar Town
Al Minar Hotel
Al-Minar Hotel Hotel
Al-Minar Hotel Zanzibar Town
Al-Minar Hotel Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Al Minar Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Al Minar Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Al Minar Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Al Minar Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 20 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Al Minar Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Al Minar Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like mountain biking, sailing, and water skiing. Additional recreation onsite includes a safari. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and make the most of other amenities like a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near Al Minar Hotel?

Yes, Terrace Restaurant offers alfresco dining and international cuisine.

What's the area around Al Minar Hotel like?

Al Minar Hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Slave Market and 5 minutes' walk from Old Fort.

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