Al-Minar Hotel - Zanzibar

$$$$||View on mapZanzibar, TanzaniaOff Shangani Street Door No -96, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania, 4858|
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Al-Minar Hotel - Zanzibar
Off Shangani Street Door No -96, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania, 4858·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.9Very good
Highest Rated
Location9.2
Staff8.8
Cleanliness8.2
Value for money8.2
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.6
Free WiFi7.6
Who stays here
Couples36%
Families29%
Solo18%
Groups16%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.9Very good
Highest Rated
Location9.2
Staff8.8
Cleanliness8.2
Value for money8.2
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.6
Free WiFi7.6
Who stays here
Couples36%
Families29%
Solo18%
Groups16%

3-star boutique hotel in Stone Town with a non-alcoholic, family-friendly atmosphere

Location & Surroundings

Al-Minar Hotel sits 1000 ft from the Old Fort of Zanzibar and a 5-minute walk from the House of Wonders. The hotel is less than a 10-minute stroll to the beach and within walking distance of the Peace Memorial Museum. Guests can explore Stone Town's cultural attractions, including the Freddie Mercury Museum and the Zanzibar Curio shop, located 1300 ft away.

Accommodations

The hotel offers 22 air-conditioned rooms, each with a fireplace and a private bathroom. Rooms include a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, and a kettle with free toiletries. Standard Double Rooms and Deluxe Family Rooms provide options for couples and families, with daily housekeeping and 24-hour room service available.

Dining

The Terrace Restaurant serves al fresco dining with a buffet breakfast offering continental and local options. Guests can order from a range of affordable local and international dishes, with breakfast in room and special diet menus available upon request. The rooftop setting provides views of Stone Town's historic skyline.

Wellness & Spa

Al-Minar Hotel has an on-site spa providing massage treatments including back, full body, couple, foot, head, and neck massages. Beauty services such as facial treatments, waxing, and hand massage are also available. Guests can participate in bike tours, walking tours, and stand-up comedy events offered by the hotel.

Family & Safety

The hotel is family-oriented with facilities tailored for children and a non-alcoholic environment ensuring a serene atmosphere. Safety features include 24-hour security, CCTV in common areas and outside, fire extinguishers, and a safety deposit box. The property is non-smoking, pet-free, and offers allergy-free rooms and facilities for disabled guests.

  • Location: 1000 ft from Old Fort of Zanzibar
  • Rooms: 22 air-conditioned rooms with fireplaces
  • Dining: Terrace Restaurant with buffet breakfast
  • Wellness: On-site spa with massage and beauty treatments
  • Family: Non-alcoholic, family-friendly environment
  • Safety: 24-hour security and CCTV
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 13:00-23:59
from 10:00-11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs USD 0.73 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Hindi, Gujarati, Swahili
Building
Number of rooms:21
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Rooms and availability

Elegant Twin Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
Deluxe Family Room with Pool View Free Pickup
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed2 Single beds or 1 Queen Size Bed
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning
Standard Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed1 Double bed2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Baggage storage

Baggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Spa and relaxation

Facial

Waxing

Back massage

Head massage

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Sports & Fitness

  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Cycling

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car rental
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Waxing
  • Facial
  • Beauty treatment
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Al-Minar Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 45 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 5.0 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Kisauni, ZNZ

Location

Off Shangani Street Door No -96, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania, 4858
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Off Shangani Street Door No -96, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania, 4858
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Off Shangani Street Door No -96, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania, 4858
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Mizingani Rd
Old Dispensary
100 yd
Museums
House of Wonders
100 yd
Museums
Old Fort of Zanzibar
100 yd
Historic Site
Stone Town
100 yd
Museums
Sultan's Palace
100 yd
Hamamni St
Hamamni Persian Baths
100 yd
Market
Darajani Market
100 yd
Church
Old Slave Market
100 yd
Kenyatta Road
Mercury House
100 yd
Church
Christ Church Cathedral
100 yd
Parks
Forodhani Park
100 yd
200 Hurumzi Street
The Zanzibar Curio shop
100 yd
Kelele Square
100 yd
Gallery
Hellen Art Gallery
100 yd
Cathedral St
St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral
100 yd
Hamamni Street
Cultural Arts Centre Zanzibar
100 yd
Restaurant
Puzzle Coffee Shop
100 yd
Restaurant
Zamzam Food & Beverage
100 yd
Restaurant
Krishna Food House
100 yd
Restaurant
Mama Mia
100 yd
Restaurant
Luis Yoghurt Parlour Indian Goan Restaurant
100 yd
Restaurant
Znz Msuo Juice Bar
100 yd
Restaurant
Cafe Foro
100 yd
Restaurant
Forodhani Gardens
100 yd
Restaurant
Meeting Point Cafe
100 yd
Restaurant
Lukmaan Restaurant
100 yd

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