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Al-Minar Hotel

3.5 star property
Zanzibar Town hotel with spa and restaurant

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Exterior
Free daily full breakfast
Lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, al fresco dining
Standard Twin Room | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk
Interior
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
  • Spa
  • Free breakfast
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants
  • 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)
  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate dining area

Room options

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Family Room | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Memory foam bed
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Memory foam bed
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
Plot 96 Shangani, Zanzibar Town

What's nearby

  • Slave Market - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Shangani Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Old Fort - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 15 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Passing Show Hotel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Meeting Point Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Al-Minar Hotel

Al-Minar Hotel is just 4.7 mi (7.6 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.

Languages

English, French, German, Hindi, Spanish, Swahili

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 22 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 15
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability

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

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

Children

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

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Parking

    • Off-site parking within 328 ft (USD 3 per night)

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
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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

Travelling with children

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

What to do

  • 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 reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike hire

Facilities

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

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Low-height worktop and sink
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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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 shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
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Special features

Spa

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

Dining

Terrace Restaurant – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).
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Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. 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.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit 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
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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 that you 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 an 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 social distancing and check-out are available.

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

Al-Minar Hotel has a spa.

Are there restaurants at or near Al-Minar Hotel?

Yes, Terrace Restaurant offers al fresco dining and international cuisine.

What's the area around Al-Minar Hotel like?

Al-Minar Hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Slave Market and 6 minutes' walk from House of Wonders.

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Al-Minar Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Room
Breakfast
Location

Reviews

8/10 Very good

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.
Rembrand, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Bra läge!

Otroligt trevlig och serviceinriktad personal. Bra läge. Lite slitet rum men fint. Frukosten var ok, bra med frukt och man kunde beställa ägg, hade önskat god chapati men det är en bagatell.
Pia, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Zororai, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Carol A, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location is excellent. Manager is great. Facilty requires upgrades.
Al, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Das Al-Minar Hotel hat uns sehr gut gefallen!Es befindet sich in einer idealen Lage in der Nähe des Serena Hotels,Hilton Hotels,Park Hyatt Hotels und des Meers.Man kann es jedem Gast von Herzen empfehlen.
Christof, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent management and customer services
Daniel, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Overview for a 9 days stay at the hotel.

Friendly staff ,green energy for water heating systems ,flexibility with prices to help a client who wishes to extent their stay,great rooftop breakfast restaurant,safe location,ease of available assisted information on tours of the island. The beddings &rooms were smelling damp most times with indications of repeated beddings and towels or lack of proper air at ion.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome location and staff.

Al Minar feels like my home-away-from-home after 7 times to Zanzibar (I run a nonprofit working on the mainland). Very cozy rooms in an incredible Shangani location surrounding by high-rent luxury hotels that cost many times as much. Staff is wonderful and service excellent, steps away from beach and great dining options.
Daniel, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely!

I had a lovely stay at Al-Minar. It is off the main road, but easy to find, unlike some hotels in the labyrinth of historic Stonetown.The room (while a bit on the small side) was beautifully decorated, with a very comfortable bed and a good shower. I loved having a mini-fridge and kettle in my room to make my own coffee! Breakfast was excellent, and all the staff were OUTSTANDING! Welcoming, helpful, and friendly. Highly recommended.
Mary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Al Minar has been my favorite stay in Zanzibar for 5 trips since 2015. Great service, location, and comfortable rooms. Good rooftop breakfast cooked to order. Very inviting and cordial staff.
Daniel, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel with friendly helpful staff. Very good breakfast with a nice rooftop view to match. I had a pleasant stay.
Dorian, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice & helpful staff, great breakfast, clean room. Very pleasant stay overall!
3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location, friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast was plentiful and tasty. Good budget choice for Stone town.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Alexander D, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

OWEN, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Bakenam, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was EXTREMELY friendly and super helpful!! My original tour to Prison Island was abruptly cancelled without notice one day. So I asked the front desk if they knew of any tour guides. They immediately hooked me up with a great guide and matched the price of my original tour. Facilities were good. My only issue was that the hot water only lasted for a few minutes (didn’t go straight to cold though), but it was already so hot outside that lukewarm water actually felt pretty nice.
SM, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

A well spent stay

It was a pleasant experience Very friendly staff Juma and Sebastian.....bery helpful guys
Tshepo, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Affordable gem in an upscale hotel area

Always an awesome choice for location, service, and room quality, this was my 4th stay and probably not my last.
Daniel, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Hyong bok, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location, friendly staff, but not perfect

Located very conveniently in a very good spot in Stone Town. Staff very friendly, especially Suleiman, big thanks to him! Room cozy, a nice rooftop for breakfast. Good value overall. However, small drawbacks. Towels not fully clean, the hotel could upgrade its laundry service. Another small complaint was, that even though we were promised a breakfast box (and we confirmed this again before going to bed) as our flight was leaving really early, it had been forgotten and we didn't get breakfast. As Zanzibar Airport is missing decent breakfast options, we were left hungry.
2-night trip