The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

Hotels
9.4 (309 reviews)
ZHC House No. 67 Shangani, Stone Town , Zanzibar City , tz

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent staff service
Delicious food
Cons:
Lack of a pool
Limited storage in deluxe room

Categories

Cleanliness
9.25
The room was perfect, very clean and had everything we needed.
Service
9.95
The staff were incredibly friendly and made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived, providing consistent five-star treatment.
Location
9.75
The hotel is situated in the heart of Stone Town, close to many cultural attractions and local amenities.
Room Quality
9.25
The accommodations were beautifully decorated and designed, providing a warm and intimate feel.
Amenities
8.25
It would have been nice if the hotel had a pool and/or a gym; but it doesn’t and I knew that before arrival.
Value for Money
9.25
The food was delicious and fresh - worth every penny!
Food and Beverage
9.75
The breakfast was honestly to die for—fresh and beautifully prepared, making it something to look forward to every morning.
Overall Experience
9.75
Neela is one of those places you don’t just stay at—you experience it.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 08:32

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Indulge in 5-star luxury at The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town. Each room is elegantly furnished with modern amenities including air conditioning, flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries.

Exceptional Services
Experience top-notch services at this hotel with a 24-hour front desk, concierge assistance, and a tour desk to help you make the most of your stay. Enjoy the convenience of room service and currency exchange during your visit.

Prime Location
Located just steps away from Stone Town Beach, this hotel is also close to key attractions like Peace Memorial Museum and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral. Don't miss the chance to explore Zanzibar from this ideal base.

Book now to elevate your stay at The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM
Airport code: ZNZ

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 309 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.25
Service: 9.95
Location: 9.75
Room Quality: 9.25
Amenities: 8.25
Value for Money: 9.25
Food and Beverage: 9.75
Overall Experience: 9.75
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Erez • couple • il
10
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Edwin • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Yasser • couple • de
10
10/10 – Luxurious, perfectly located, and unforgettable!
Pros:

We had the most incredible stay at this luxury hotel! The location is absolutely perfect, right in the heart of Stone Town, yet only a quick 4-minute walk to the beach.

Our room was spectacular. It was a fully equipped smart room with incredibly luxurious amenities. Since we were celebrating our wedding, the team beautifully decorated our bed and even surprised us with a thoughtful gift. It really made our trip feel extra special.

The staff here is exceptional: so friendly, welcoming, and eager to help with anything we needed. A huge special shoutout to Panel and Otman for taking such great care of us!

Breakfast was absolutely delicious. To top it all off, the hotel generously provided us with a late check-out. This was a massive help since we had a night flight, allowing us to relax right up until we had to leave for the airport.

If you are looking for top-tier luxury and convenience in Stone Town, this is the place to stay. Highly recommend!

Cons:

Everything was just perfect.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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mariam paullel • couple • ml
9
Magique , chic et authentique, le petit déjeuner en mode brunch. Bravo !!!!!
Pros:

Nous avons tout aimé , une décoration magnifique et Afro chic, une propreté impeccable, des petites attentions dans les chambres , les cookies délicieux.
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Personnel accueillant , chaleureux et disponible. Mention spéciale à Othman Ahmed et toute l’équipe réception et petit déjeuner

Cons:

Tout était parfait

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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m s • couple • gb
10
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Maxim • couple • at
9
2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • de
10
2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Conor • solo_traveller • nl
10
Elegant, quiet boutique hotel; great food, best coffee, superb staff!
Pros:

An elegant and quiet boutique hotel. Outside is the hustle and bustle of Stone Town. Beautifully appointment bedroom, great food and the best coffee in Zanzibar! Thoroughly enjoyed my stay and was well looked after by Lance and his helpful and friendly team.

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Andreas • couple • de
6
Ungewöhnliches Hotel in der Altstadt von Sansibar
Pros:

Die zentrale Lage und das Gebäude in der Altstadt, freundliches Personal.

Cons:

Das Zimmer hatte keine schönen Blicke. Der Generator/Klimaanlage auf dem Dach war störend, insbesondere war ein Durchschlafen durch die Geräusche nicht möglich.

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Brenda • solo_traveller • ke
6
2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Mathias • family_with_children • ae
10
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Adila • couple • gb
10
2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Adila • couple • gb
10
The hotel, service, staff and food were all excellent. Would highly recommend. It’s also located in the centre of Stone
2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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peter • family_with_children • zw
7
Reasonable
Pros:

Rooms were clean and cool

Cons:

We arrived at around midnight and the night receptionist was very slow. It was frustrating to wait so long to get to our rooms. The rooms were fine but there was no view of anything but the street below. Relatively expensive for something fairly standard.

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Gregory • couple • us
10
Impeccable and delightful
Pros:

An immaculately decorated and constructed building. Incredibly comfortable rooms. All of the staff are unfailingly friendly and helpful.

Also the food at the restaurant was the best we had in Stone Town after eating around quite a bit!

Cons:

It really is 10/10. Bathroom layout is… intimate but not a big deal.

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Wendy M • couple • us
8
2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • zm
8
Pros:

Very central and great staff.

Cons:

Light on outside my bedroom window all night.

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Tito • solo_traveller • tz
10
2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Salma • family_with_children • tz
4
2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Wim • couple • be
9
Pros:

Kamers top, personeel heel vriendelijk en behulpzaam, super locatie

Cons:

Restaurant (diner/ontbijt) ok maar nog niet op het niveau van de rest van het hotel

2026-04-02 • via Nuitee