Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel

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Independent
8.8 (57 reviews)
Mbweni Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar, 4858 , Zanzibar Town , TZ
255-0772228130

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Facilities

Full-service spa
Fitness facilities
Proposal/romance packages available
Express check-out
Health club
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Peaceful location
Spacious rooms
Beautiful architecture
Cons:
Inconsistent cleanliness
Limited food options
Missing room amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.26
Some issues with cleanliness noted, including a small trickle of water and missing amenities.
Service
9.43
Staff are warm and welcoming, showing a strong positive sentiment.
Location
9.47
The peaceful location and beachfront access are highlights mentioned positively.
Room Quality
8.42
Rooms are spacious and comfortable, but missing basic amenities impacts the rating.
Amenities
8.95
Amenities are present but underwhelming; only two restaurants found instead of six.
Value for Money
8.71
Value impacted by some services not meeting five-star expectations.
Food and Beverage
7.96
Food quality was considered a letdown with limited local options.
Overall Experience
9.23
Overall a good experience with some noted issues, but staff and setting are positives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 11:44

Property Description

Discover the perfect blend of relaxation and luxury at Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel, your oasis in Zanzibar Town.

Unwind and Rejuvenate
Indulge in our full-service spa, where expert hands provide soothing massages that transport you to a realm of tranquility. Take advantage of our health club, outdoor pool, and sauna to keep your body refreshed and revitalized.

Culinary Delights
Savor the diverse flavors at any of our six restaurants, or enjoy the convenience of 24-hour room service. Don’t forget to sip a refreshing cocktail at the poolside bar while soaking in the sun.

Comfort and Connectivity
Experience modern hospitality in our 118 air-conditioned rooms, equipped with iPads and Smart TVs. Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi and enjoy a restful night in a serene environment.

Embrace the ultimate getaway; book your stay at Madinat Al Bahr today!

Important information:

  • 24-hour pool access
  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: ZNZ

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals not allowed

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 57 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.26
Service: 9.43
Location: 9.47
Room Quality: 8.42
Amenities: 8.95
Value for Money: 8.71
Food and Beverage: 7.96
Overall Experience: 9.23
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FREDERIC • family_with_children • re
8
Personnel magnifique, endroit propre et calme. On s'ennuie un peu si on reste plusieurs jours en vac
Pros:

Très bien. Un peu de riz au pdj serait un plus

Cons:

Manque d'animation, Pas d'animation non plus autour d'une finale de Ligue des champions

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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FAIZ ABDALLA ALI • solo_traveller • ke
10
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Faith • solo_traveller • ke
9
A great hotel with hospitable people.
Pros:

The rooms are beautifully decorated and spacious.
Clean and comfy bed and beddings.
Tasty breakfast with variety of foods and drinks.
Polite and happy stuff.
Oh, and they gave us a farewell cake at dinner before checkout.
The spa treatment was very relaxing.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Faith • solo_traveller • ke
10
A beautiful hotel with caring staff
Pros:

The hotel is simply beautiful.
From the welcoming reception area, the well set out dining area to the spacious and clean rooms.
I liked everything.
The staff kindness and care

Cons:

There is nothing not to like.

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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378margretm • Couples
10
❤️Madinat Al Bahr — Where My Birthday Became a Beautiful Lifetime Memories❤️
Pros:

We had a truly wonderful and memorable stay at ❤️Madinat Al Bahr ❤️Business & Spa Hotel, especially in Room No. 117. We visited to celebrate my birthday, and the entire experience became one of the most beautiful memories for our family.
The hotel team arranged a lovely special birthday meal and also surprised us with a beautiful birthday cake, which made the celebration extra special. The staff members gathered together and sang a wonderful birthday song for me, creating such a warm and joyful atmosphere. My wife enjoyed every moment so much, and she was truly happy and touched by the kindness and hospitality shown by the team.
The sea view room was fantastic with beautiful interiors, excellent cleanliness, and all modern facilities. The rooms are very comfortable, reliable, and reasonably priced for such a luxurious experience. The food was absolutely excellent with great quality and taste.
A very special appreciation to the management team, especially the General Manager, Mr. Nizil, and Mr.Praveen, for their outstanding hospitality and excellent management. Their dedication and care can clearly be seen in every detail of the hotel service.
All the staff members were extremely friendly, professional, and always ready to help with a smile. The hotel location is also very convenient, close to the airport, which makes the stay even more comfortable.
Highly recommended for anyone visiting Zanzibar and looking for luxury, comfort, excellent food, warm hospitality, and unforgettable memories with loved ones.

2026-05-29 • via Tripadvisor
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Sisco • solo_traveller • za
10
Exceptionally friendly staff
Pros:

Staff extremely friendly and welcoming Im always made feel special staying at Madinat al Bahr thank you so much.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Dr khalifa • extended_group • om
8
Nice trip
Pros:

Friendly , cooperative staff

Cons:

Need to be more clean since some insects are appears

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Yann • solo_traveller • fr
9
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Theresa • solo_traveller • at
9
2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • ug
6
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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61nadas • Business
10
amazing
Pros:

its amazing, the service and quality and the sea food

2026-05-06 • via Tripadvisor
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toutye • Business
10
Tamy Elmeligy
Pros:

Great hotel and extremely very good service
Everything was so nice
Amazing location
Great rooms
Very nice food especially the seafood restaurant
Thanks to Mr. Sayed Aly for all the support he gave to my colleagues and myself during our stay
Very highly recommended

2026-05-06 • via Tripadvisor
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mohamedrP9944IU • Business
10
Great hotel with fantastic location fits typically guests coming for business and/or short vacations
Pros:

The general atmosphere and view over the ocean is really fantastic, rooms are vast and comfortable and clean, food was great and excellent and Buffett was richly of many items

The hospitality was really great and very generous and friendly

2026-05-06 • via Tripadvisor
6
643marietan • Couples
10
Hôtel Madinat Al Bahr Zanzibar offers a luxurious and relaxing stay with beautiful rooms, excellent facilities, deliciou
Pros:

The hotel itself is stunning—beautifully designed with a perfect blend of modern comfort and traditional Zanzibari style. The rooms are spacious, impeccably clean, and very well equipped, with comfortable beds and lovely views that make it hard to leave in the morning.
The facilities are outstanding. The pool area is peaceful and well maintained, and the private beach is simply breathtaking—clean, quiet, and ideal for unwinding. Whether you want to relax under the sun or take a refreshing swim, everything is perfectly arranged.
One of the highlights of our stay was the food. The restaurant offers a wide variety of delicious dishes, both local and international, all prepared with great care and quality ingredients. Every meal was a pleasure.
What truly made this stay unforgettable was the staff. Every team member was attentive, kind, and always ready to help with a smile. Their attention to detail and commitment to guest satisfaction really stood out.

2026-04-26 • via Tripadvisor
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dominick517 • Couples • Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
10
A relaxing stay, lovely and unique property, good service, great pool
Pros:

Madinat al Bahr is really striking and unique in appearance, inside and out - almost like an Ottoman palace or something!

We stayed here for 6 nights in March 2026, after our Serengeti tour in mainland Tanzania.

Madinat al Bahr was a lovely property for a relaxing stay. We loved the pool and the service was great. We found the staff very friendly and attentive and we enjoyed the meals we could order by the pool.

We had an 'executive room' on the top floor, overlooking the pool. It was a spacious room and the service from the housekeepers was very good. Same with the staff at the front desk and the others we dealt with at the pool and the restaurants.

The buffet breakfasts were fine and the options for dinner at night were also good. As well as the main restaurant where the breakfast buffet was served, there was a separate 'Chinese/Thai' restaurant with an outdoor terrace that we enjoyed a few times.

The hotel is very convenient to the airport, and they offer a free transfer service to and from the airport or the ferry terminal. However it is maybe a 10 minute drive in a taxi into Stonetown. This worked pretty well as the hotel has its own taxis, which are nice air-conditioned minivans.

As far as we could tell, there are not really any restaurants or bars nearby that you could walk to from the hotel. We were OK with that, and were happy to mostly eat and drink at the hotel during our stay, although we had a few dinners in Stonetown after our excursions to see various attractions like the Freddie Mercury house.

2026-04-26 • via Tripadvisor
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Monica • extended_group • no
8
Pros:

Veldig hyggelig personale. Store romslige rom.

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Nikolay • family_with_children • fr
10
Pros:

Staff et the restorant and because the food, which was fantastique.

Cons:

Ras

2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Julien • couple • fr
8
Top
Pros:

Top

Cons:

Rien

2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Julien • couple • fr
8
Très bel hôtel
Pros:

Pour notre anniversaire de mariage, ils nous ont préparé une déco de la chambre incroyable
Encore merci à toute l’équipe
Personnel au top

Cons:

Rien

2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Myriam • couple • fr
10
Pros:

Personnel adorable surtout Christopher le barman qui est d’une gentillesse incroyable.
Bravo à toute l’équipe !

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee