The Island Stone Town hotel

Hotels
7.2 (123 reviews)
R5RV+4J9, Kokoni St, Zanzibar , Stone Town , TZ

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
BBQ facilities
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Affordable price
Comfortable bed
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness
Inattentive staff
Room maintenance problems

Categories

Cleanliness
6.1
Several reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness and maintenance, such as a smell in the toilet and wet towels.
Service
6.57
Some reviews noted that the staff were inattentive and not very helpful, impacting the overall service experience.
Location
8.6
Multiple reviews highlighted the excellent location, near Darajani Souq and within walking distance of the ferry terminal.
Room Quality
6.06
The room quality received mixed feedback, with mentions of outdated amenities and leaking air conditioning.
Amenities
6.59
Amenities were noted to be limited, but included basic necessities like AC and a mini fridge.
Value for Money
8.04
Many guests indicated that the hotel provided good value for the price, especially considering its location.
Food and Beverage
8.09
Reviewers expressed positive sentiments about the breakfast quality, describing it as adequate and satisfactory.
Overall Experience
7.57
While there were notable issues, overall guests enjoyed their stay and appreciated the value and location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 18:47

Property Description

Charming Accommodation in Stone Town

Convenient Location: Situated near popular attractions such as Sultan's Palace and House of Wonders.

Modern Amenities: Enjoy air-conditioned rooms, flat-screen TVs, and free WiFi.

Culinary Delights: Indulge in a delicious breakfast with a variety of menu options.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at The Island Stone Town hotel.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.2
Based on 123 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.1
Service: 6.57
Location: 8.6
Room Quality: 6.06
Amenities: 6.59
Value for Money: 8.04
Food and Beverage: 8.09
Overall Experience: 7.57
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Martin • solo_traveller • nl
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2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Riaan Eekhout • solo_traveller • za
1
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Elena • couple • it
8
Strongly recommended!
Pros:

The location is in a strategical position to reach all the best places in town; the structure has a nice old-Zanzibar vibes, the rooms have everything you need and the everyday cleaning is perfect. The breakfast is good as well but most of all every member of the staff is super friendly and available. Definitely good value for money, if I had to come back to Stone Town I will surely choose this hotel again!

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • tz
6
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Léo-Paul • solo_traveller • fr
8
Un séjour tranquille à Stone Town
Pros:

Hôtel tranquille sans prétention et bien placé au début du cœur de Stone Town et à proximité de la gare de bus. Le personnel est aux petits soin et ce dès le petit-déjeuner. Je recommande !

Cons:

Un peu bruyant dans les rues au réveil (mais on est pas venu à Zanzibar pour dormir…).

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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toru • solo_traveller • jp
9
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Anna Elisabeth • solo_traveller • se
5
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Guthrie • family_with_children • tz
10
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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bilel • solo_traveller • tn
9
Pros:

The hotel is near to the main street, to the Darajani : big popular market (food, clothes...)

The hotel is very clean, they almost clean rooms everyday

The hotel is secured (at any time there is someone in reception)

Cons:

Almost everything is good or excellent

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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moshe • solo_traveller • il
4
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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MOHAMMED • family_with_children • om
8
I enjoyed it
Pros:

Location is near Darajani and only steps to reach resturants and market

Cons:

The electricity and water shutdown but it was done twice while we were staying rest was ok

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Baycan • solo_traveller • tz
1
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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ANITAR SATIPAR • solo_traveller • ke
10
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Baycan • solo_traveller • tz
1
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Voke • solo_traveller • pl
10
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Airone • solo_traveller • mz
8
Pros:

The staff commitment

Cons:

There's no backup for the water supply.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Zora • couple • fr
8
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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paul • couple • za
7
pleasant stay in a well located hotel
Pros:

breakfast is basic. location is excellent.comfortable and clean.

Cons:

The TV didn;t work.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Rick • solo_traveller • se
8
Hard to find in the maze, but worth it
Pros:

Beautiful room with poster bed with mosquito nets, breakfast in the rooftop restaurant, excellent bathroom, just a light sheet on the bed which was all that was needed, milk for tea arrived after I WhatsApped the manager the second time it wasn't available; I enjoyed finding my way through the maze, including meeting helpful people who guided me, and going to the nearby market area as well as the slavery museum at the Anglican Church.

Cons:

Power went out during the night (not their fault), had to ask for a towel, had run out of milk for tea both mornings

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Jacob • solo_traveller • dk
1
Cons:

De havde givet mit værelse væk, da jeg ankom.

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee