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Al-Minar Hotel

3.5 star property
Stone Town hotel with spa and restaurant

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Exterior
Exterior
Reception
Lobby
21-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
VIP Access

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant
  • Full-service spa
  • 24-hour room service
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Babysitting
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate dining area

Room options

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Family Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Plot 96 Shangani, Zanzibar Town

What's nearby

  • Shangani Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Old Fort - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Slave Market - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 19 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Cape Town Fish Market - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Passing Show Hotel - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Meeting Point Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬2 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

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 22 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

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

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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
  • For more details, 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

  • Offsite parking within 328 ft (USD 3 per night)

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

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

Traveling with children

  • Children stay 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 lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals

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 counter/sink
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

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 showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

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

Dining

Terrace Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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 elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

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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

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 to 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 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 check-in 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 alfresco dining and international cuisine.
What's the area around Al-Minar Hotel like?
Al-Minar Hotel is located near Shangani Beach in Stone Town, a short 3-minute walk from Nakupenda Beach and 3 minutes' walk from Old Fort.

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

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 family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

Zororai, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Carol A, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Location is excellent. Manager is great. Facilty requires upgrades.
Al, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent management and customer services
Daniel, 1-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

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 with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

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 family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

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
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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
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

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
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nice & helpful staff, great breakfast, clean room. Very pleasant stay overall!
3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

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

8/10 Very Good

Alexander D, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

OWEN, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Bakenam, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

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
Verified Expedia guest review

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
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

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 family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nice, clean comfortable place to stay in Stone Town for business.
3-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great Place near everything at Stone Town
Amazing...just need to replace worn out towels
Ana, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel, right in Stonetown! Easy walking distance to Forodhani Gardens, to the OneOcean dive center, to the ocean, all around Stonetown! Very friendly, helpful staff.
2-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A Brilliant and reasonable Hotel in Zanmzibar
I have stayed in hundreds of hotels around the world, and this one stands out as special. A boutique-sized hotek, I was greeted by the manager, the room was excellent, then decor was classic Arabian Nights, the location st Shangani is sublime. An absolute recommendation.
Douglas, 1-night trip
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