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Mashariki Palace Hotel Zanzibar, Zanzibar

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About the Hotel

Nyumba Ya Moto St. 293 Forodhani, Zanzibar, Tanzania, P.O. Box 3904 - Shangani - Stone Town - Zanzibar - Tanzania

Mashariki Palace Hotel is situated in Zanzibar Town, part of a historic palace that once belonged to an advisor to the First Sultan of Zanzibar. The hotel features original architectural elements such as high ceilings, preserving the ambience of its royal heritage. Guests can enjoy breathtaking views from the Arabian-style terrace overlooking the Indian Ocean and Stone Town. The hotel is conveniently located just a 10-minute walk from the ferry terminal, providing easy access to mainland transport.

Location

The hotel is strategically located steps away from prominent sites such as the House of Wonders and the Old Fort of Zanzibar. Forodhani Gardens and the Anglican Cathedral are also within close proximity. Guests can easily explore the vibrant culture and history of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The local ferry terminal is just a short walk away, providing connections to the mainland and beyond.

Rooms

Each room at Mashariki Palace Hotel is uniquely decorated, featuring high-quality furnishings and air conditioning for comfort. Rooms include a TV, fridge, ceiling fan, and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. Private bathrooms are equipped with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries for a luxurious experience. Additional features include satellite programming and spacious layouts, offering a relaxing atmosphere for guests.

Eat & Drink

The hotel's rooftop restaurant serves a diverse à la carte menu, specializing in Italian cuisine with an international flair. Guests can enjoy their meals while taking in amazing sea views. For a more casual experience, the hotel provides a comfortable dining area where guests can unwind after a day of exploration. Room service is also available for those preferring to dine in the convenience of their rooms.

Leisure & Business

Mashariki Palace Hotel offers various amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and babysitting options. Guests can relax in the garden or enjoy panoramic views from the rooftop terrace. A shuttle service is available upon request to transport guests to nearby beaches or shopping centers, ensuring a convenient stay. Business travelers will find the hotel's facilities accommodating for their work needs.

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City Center
Zanzibar1400 ft
Airports
Kisauni (ZNZ) 5.5 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box

Dining

  • Restaurant

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • In-room safe
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Turndown service
  • Mirror
  • Armchair
  • In-room sink

Media

  • Television
  • Telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Location

Nyumba Ya Moto St. 293 Forodhani, Zanzibar, Tanzania, P.O. Box 3904 - Shangani - Stone Town - Zanzibar - Tanzania
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Nyumba Ya Moto St. 293 Forodhani, Zanzibar, Tanzania, P.O. Box 3904 - Shangani - Stone Town - Zanzibar - Tanzania
Nearby
Mizingani Rd
Old Dispensary
900 ft
Museums
House of Wonders
900 ft
Museums
Old Fort of Zanzibar
900 ft
Museums
Sultan's Palace
900 ft
Historic Site
Stone Town
900 ft
Hamamni St
Hamamni Persian Baths
900 ft
Market
Darajani Market
900 ft
Kenyatta Road
Mercury House
900 ft
Church
Christ Church Cathedral
400 ft
Parks
Forodhani Park
900 ft
Church
Old Slave Market
900 ft
Gallery
The Beautiful Eyes
100 ft
Princess Salme Museum at Emerson on Hurumzi
100 ft
Gallery
Hurumzi Henna Art Gallery
300 ft
Marahubi Palace
600 ft
Hamamni Street
Cultural Arts Centre Zanzibar
600 ft
Cathedral St
St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral
900 ft
Kiponda
900 ft
Kelele Square
1700 ft
Hurumzi St
Shree Shiv Shakti Temple
300 ft
Gallery
Hellen Art Gallery
1700 ft
Jamatini Rd
Malindi Mosque
800 ft
P.O.Box 1844,Zanzibar Tanzania Stonetown Zanzibar
Imani Zuberi
600 ft
Church
Christ Church
1100 ft
Hurumzi Street
900 ft
Tharia St
Slave Chambers
900 ft
Zanzibar
Friday Mosque
1000 ft
Vikokotoni
1800 ft
Shangani
1600 ft
Restaurants
Tea House Restaurant
200 ft
236 Hurumzi Street Emerson on Hurumzi
Emerson On Hurumzi
200 ft
236-240
Emerson Spice Tea House Restaurant
700 ft
Tharia Street
Zanzibar Coffee House Cafe
800 ft
1563/64 Mkunazini Street Zanzibar Coffee House Hotel
Terrace Restaurant at Maru Maru
600 ft
397 - 400 Gizenga Street
The Seyyida Rooftop Restaurant
700 ft
Nyumba Ya Moto Street 326 Stone Town
Tatu Pub-Restaurant-Bar
900 ft
Stone Town
Baharia Restaurant
900 ft
Stone Town
Two Tables
900 ft
Victoria St
Cafe Turquoise
900 ft
Shangani 91
Coco de Mer
900 ft
Gizenga Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
84%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Friendly staff
Beautiful decor
Small rooms
Limited breakfast
8.4/10
Great
Rooms
7.4
Location
9.1
Service
9.9
Dining
6.3
Guest reviews
8.4/10
based on 30 reviews
9.0
9.0/10 based on 59 reviews
David
United States of America, January  2025
8.8/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, situated just a few minutes' walk from Forodani Park, which is a perfect spot for people-watching and enjoying local street food. The rooms were clean and beautifully decorated, although a bit on the small side. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, especially the amazing Italian GM Carlotta, who went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. While the dining experience could use some improvement, especially for breakfast, the overall value for money was decent.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms are clean and beautifully decorated, but they feel slightly on the smallish side.
Service
10.0
The staff is very friendly and helpful, with Carlotta being especially amazing.
Location
9.0
The hotel is just a few minutes' walk from Forodani Park, perfect for visiting the city and soaking up the beautiful sea views.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good, but the breakfast options were a bit limited.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers nice amenities, although there could be more dining options available.
Friendly staff
Small rooms
Leo
United Kingdom, December  2024
8.0/10

I had a lovely stay at the hotel, which boasts unique rooms that are not only clean but also have their own charm. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, making me feel welcomed throughout my visit. The location is fantastic, just a short walk from the beach and local attractions, perfect for exploring. However, the rooms were a bit on the small side, and I wish there were more dining options available. Overall, it offered great value for money, and I appreciated the silent atmosphere.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were unique and very silent, set over two floors with a charming decor, but they felt slightly on the smallish side.
Service
9.0
The service was warm, pleasant, and incredibly helpful without being overbearing; the staff really made my stay enjoyable.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location is wonderful, just a few minutes' walk from Forodani Park and right by the sea, ideal for enjoying the local vibe.
Dining
7.0
While the breakfast options were limited, I appreciated the quality of the offerings.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were decent, and the overall atmosphere was relaxing and comfortable.
George
United States of America, December  2024
8.0/10

I had a wonderful experience at this hotel. The location is perfect, just a few minutes from Forodani Park, making it ideal for exploring the local scene. The rooms were slightly on the small side but unique and quiet. The staff was exceptional, especially the Italian GM Carlotta, who was incredibly helpful. However, while everything else was great, I did find that the breakfast options could use some improvement.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were slightly on the small side but very unique and quiet, located on the third floor.
Service
10.0
The service was amazing, with friendly and helpful staff who truly cared about making my stay enjoyable.
Location
9.0
The location is fantastic, just a few minutes' walk from Forodani Park, a great spot for people-watching and enjoying local street food.
Dining
5.0
While the dining options were decent, I found the breakfast menu to be quite limited.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities overall were good, with a nice atmosphere, but I didn't get to use all of them as much as I would have liked.
Victoria
United Kingdom, December  2024
9.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel, which had an ultra-modern design and a unique charm—definitely a gem! The service was outstanding, especially from the Italian GM, Carlotta, who was always there to help. The location was pretty convenient, just a short walk from Forodani Park, perfect for people-watching and trying local food. However, I wish the dining options were a bit more diverse. Overall, great value for money!

Rooms
10.0
The rooms were ultra-modern, very clean, and had a majestic two-floor layout that really stood out.
Service
9.0
The service was amazing with warm and pleasant staff who were really helpful without being overbearing.
Location
9.0
The hotel is conveniently located just a few minutes' walk from Forodani Park, which offers a great atmosphere for relaxation and enjoying the sea views.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was nice, but I felt it lacked variety; I would have loved to see more options.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had great amenities and a lovely ambiance, making it a pleasant place to unwind.
Unique modern design
Limited dining options
Mark
United States of America, December  2024
9.0/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, thanks to its charming atmosphere and helpful staff. The décor was simply majestic and the space was kept very clean. However, I did find the rooms a bit on the small side. Overall, it's a great spot that offers good value for money, especially considering its fantastic location near local attractions.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were slightly on the smallish side, but they were very clean and had a unique charm.
Service
10.0
The service was amazing, especially from the Italian GM Carlotta, who provided us with all the information we needed. The staff were warm and helpful without being intrusive.
Location
9.0
The hotel was conveniently located just a few minutes' walk from Forodani Park, a great spot for people-watching and enjoying local street food. It also offered beautiful views of the sea.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were decent, but nothing too exciting.
Facilities
8.0
The amenities were well-maintained, contributing to a comfortable stay.
Steven
United Kingdom, November  2024
9.4/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel with wonderfully accommodating staff, especially the Italian GM, Carlotta, who provided exceptional service. The location is fantastic, just a short walk away from Forodani Park, which is perfect for relaxing by the sea. The rooms, although clean and charming, felt a bit small for my taste. Overall, it was a good value for money with a friendly atmosphere, but the size of the rooms could use some improvement.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms had a charming vibe and were very clean, but they were slightly on the small side.
Service
10.0
The service was amazing, especially from Carlotta, who was warm and provided us with all the needed information.
Location
9.0
The hotel is located just a few minutes walking from Forodani Park, a wonderful place for people-watching and enjoying local street food.
Dining
Facilities
Logan
United Kingdom, November  2024
9.6/10

I had a lovely time at this hotel! The location was perfect, just a short walk from Forodani Park, which is great for enjoying local street food and the sea view. The rooms were clean and had their own charm, although they were a bit on the small side. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, particularly the Italian GM Carlotta. On the downside, I felt that the decor didn't quite fit with the overall theme of the place, and I wished the dining options were a bit more varied.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean and had their own unique charm, but they were slightly on the smallish side.
Service
10.0
The service was amazing, especially from the Italian GM Carlotta who provided us with all the needed info and was very hospitable.
Location
9.0
The hotel is just a few minutes' walk from Forodani Park, which is a wonderful spot for people-watching and relaxing by the sea.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience could be improved as the breakfast options were limited, but the fresh bread rolls were nice.
Facilities
7.0
Overall, I found the amenities quite adequate, though they didn't particularly stand out.
John
United States of America, November  2024
8.6/10

The hotel offers a unique two-floor room setup that's quiet and beautifully designed. The staff is amazing and went above and beyond to assist us. It’s conveniently located just a few minutes from Forodani Park, which is a great spot for people-watching and relaxing by the sea. However, the smallish room size might not be ideal for everyone, and the dining options could use some variety.

Rooms
7.0
The room I stayed in was unique and very silent, though slightly on the smallish side.
Service
10.0
The service here is amazing, especially from the Italian GM Carlotta, who gave us all the needed info and more. The staff was warm, pleasant, and helpful without being overbearing.
Location
9.0
The hotel is just a few minutes walking from Forodani Park, which is perfect for enjoying local street food and relaxing on the beach.
Dining
7.0
The breakfast was delightful with fresh unlimited pancakes, but it could benefit from more variety.
Facilities
8.0
Facilities were good, with a nice atmosphere and well-kept areas, although there could be enhancements.
William
United States of America, November  2024
7.8/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel with a charming atmosphere. The location was fantastic, just a short walk to Forodani Park where I enjoyed people-watching and tasting local street food. The rooms were clean, though on the smaller side. The service was exceptional, especially from the friendly GM Carlotta, who was always eager to help. The dining options could use some improvement, but overall, it's a great value for the price.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean and modern, although a bit on the small side.
Service
10.0
The service was amazing, especially Carlotta, who was very friendly and helpful.
Location
9.0
The hotel is in a great location, just a few minutes' walk from Forodani Park, making it easy to explore the area.
Dining
6.0
The dining options felt a bit limited, but the fresh salads were enjoyable.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had decent amenities, but nothing too extraordinary to mention.
Oliver
United Kingdom, October  2024
7.4/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The location is perfect, just a short walk from Forodani Park, where you can kick back and enjoy the local vibe. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, offering great support without being intrusive. The rooms were a bit on the smaller side, but they were ultra-modern and comfortable. Overall, I think it offers good value for money, though the dining experience could use some improvement.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were slightly on the smallish side but ultra-modern and comfortable.
Service
10.0
The service was very friendly and helpful, particularly the Italian GM Carlotta, who provided all the needed info and more.
Location
9.0
The location is fantastic, just a few minutes walking from Forodani Park, perfect for people-watching and enjoying street food.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was a bit lacking; I hoped for more variety beyond the homemade cakes.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel had a nice setup, but I didn't explore many facilities apart from the dining area.
Dean
United Kingdom, October  2024
9.8/10

I had a lovely stay at the hotel, which boasts a stunning location just a short walk from Forodani Park, perfect for savoring local street food and relaxing by the sea. The rooms are unique and inviting, providing a quiet retreat. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, especially Carlotta, the Italian GM, who went above and beyond in providing useful information. On the downside, the dining options could use more variety.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were unique and very quiet, providing a serene atmosphere for a restful stay.
Service
10.0
The staff is very friendly and warm, particularly Carlotta who was amazing and provided us with all the needed info and more.
Location
9.0
The hotel is just a few minutes walking from Forodani Park, a wonderful spot for people-watching and enjoying the beautiful seafront.
Dining
6.0
While the seafood was decent, the overall dining experience could improve with more diverse meal options.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities are decent, with a cozy atmosphere, but nothing particularly luxurious stood out.
Jeremy
United States of America, September  2024
9.4/10

The hotel offers a beautiful setting with well-maintained facilities and a fantastic location near Forodani Park, making it easy to enjoy the beach and local street food. The staff is truly friendly and helpful, ensuring a pleasant experience throughout my stay. However, the rooms are somewhat small, and the dining options could be improved. Overall, it’s a great value for money, especially for those looking to explore the area.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms are slightly on the small side but beautifully decorated and comfortable.
Service
10.0
The service is amazing, especially Carlotta, the Italian GM, who provided all the necessary information and more.
Location
9.0
The location is just a few minutes walking from Forodani Park, perfect for people-watching and enjoying local street food by the sea.
Dining
7.0
While the dining experience could have been better, the menu features natural products and some delicious options.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities are excellent overall, including a pool and common areas that are clean and inviting.
Michael
United States of America, September  2024
8.2/10

The hotel has a cozy atmosphere with friendly staff always ready to help. The location is perfect for exploring the city and enjoying the views of the sea. However, the rooms are on the smaller side, which might not suit everyone. The dining could use improvement, particularly in breakfast options. Overall, it offers good value for money given its proximity to local attractions.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms are clean but on the smaller side, which was a bit of a drawback for me.
Service
10.0
The service was warm and pleasant; the staff, especially the Italian GM Carlotta, was incredibly helpful.
Location
9.0
The hotel is ideally located just a few minutes from Forodani Park, where you can enjoy stunning sea views and local street food.
Dining
6.0
While my experience was impacted by limited breakfast options, I enjoyed the homemade cakes available.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel's amenities were satisfactory but could benefit from a bit more variety.
Marshall
United States of America, September  2024
8.4/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, especially because the staff was so friendly and accommodating. The location is perfect, just a short walk from some great spots. However, the rooms were a bit on the small side and the decor didn't really match the theme. Overall, it's a good value for money, but there is room for improvement.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were slightly on the smallish side, and the decor didn't quite fit with the theme, though they were still comfortable.
Service
10.0
The service was amazing, particularly from the Italian GM, Carlotta, who went out of her way to help us and provide information.
Location
9.0
The hotel is conveniently located just a few minutes' walk from Forodani Park, a great place for people-watching and enjoying local street food.
Dining
7.0
I didn't have much to say about the dining options, as I didn't try the restaurant, but there were Japanese food choices available.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were decent, though nothing stood out as particularly special.
Sophia
United Kingdom, September  2024
7.8/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, which is situated just a short walk from the beautiful Forodani Park. The rooms were clean and had their own charming decor, though they felt a bit small. The staff provided amazing service, particularly Carlotta who made us feel right at home. On the downside, the hotel lacks some dining options and the Wi-Fi doesn’t come free. But overall, the location and service definitely made up for it.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean and had a charming decor, though slightly on the small side.
Service
10.0
The service was amazing, particularly from the Italian GM Carlotta who was very hospitable and helpful.
Location
9.0
The location is fantastic, just minutes away from Forodani Park, perfect for relaxing by the sea and enjoying local street food.
Dining
6.0
Dining options were limited, and I felt there could have been more variety for meals.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent, but not particularly luxurious or extensive.
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