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Market Backpackers - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in the heart of Zanzibar Town

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Economy Shared Dormitory, City View (For Men) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Shower, towels
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
In the heart of Stone Town, Market Backpackers - Hostel offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and in-room WiFi. Unwind on the rooftop terrace or take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services and multilingual staff.

Reviews

4.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free breakfast
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (5)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free self parking

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Shared Dormitory, City View (For Men)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
5 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Shared Dormitory, City View (For Women)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
5 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Economy Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
5 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds OR 2 Large Twin Beds

Basic Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
5 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Market St, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar Urban

What's nearby

  • Slave Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Shangani Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Old Fort - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Forodhani Park - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Poa'zz Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪House of Karafuu - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Zenji Cafe &. Boutique - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Market Backpackers - Hostel

Located just 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from the airport, Market Backpackers - Hostel offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby scuba diving, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 2 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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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
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival 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 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
DONE

Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • No alcohol allowed onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Television in common areas

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared accommodations

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of TZS 30000.00 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts cash.

Also known as

Market Backpackers Hostel Zanzibar Town
Market Backpackers Zanzibar Town
Market Backpackers
Market Backpackers - Hostel Zanzibar Town
Market Backpackers - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Market Backpackers - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Market Backpackers - Hostel 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 Market Backpackers - Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Market Backpackers - Hostel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Market Backpackers - Hostel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is TZS 30000.00 per vehicle roundtrip.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Market Backpackers - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Market Backpackers - Hostel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as scuba diving.

What's the area around Market Backpackers - Hostel like?

Market Backpackers - Hostel is in Stone Town, a short 5-minute walk from Slave Market and 8 minutes' walk from Old Fort.

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