The Best Hotels Closest to Forodhani Gardens in Zanzibar Town for 2026

A coastal town with a marina filled with various boats, a promenade with people, and lush greenery.

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A room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a window with curtains.

A courtyard with a stone wall, a bench, and various potted plants.

A hallway with a chandelier, curtains, and a canopy.

A traditional courtyard with ornate wooden lattice railings and hanging plants.

1. Emerson Spice Hotel

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens

Julie

₩145,710

₩178,399 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a modern bathroom.

A person sitting by a window with a view of a building and palm trees.

A beach scene with a couple walking hand in hand, boats in the water, and people in the background.

A bar area with a rustic wooden bar counter, a large mirror above the counter, and a variety of bottles and glasses on the shelves.

2. The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

Stone Town, 0.3 km from Forodhani Gardens

Danise

₩454,143

₩535,778 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

An outdoor cafe with wooden furniture and a central bar area.

A room with a bed, a table, and a chair. There is a window with curtains and a view of the outside.

A room with a high ceiling, a bed with a white bedspread, a wooden chair, a small table, and a wardrobe with hanging clothes.

A hallway with a wooden door, a bench, and a potted plant.

3. Habari House

Stone Town, 0.3 km from Forodhani Gardens

Nadine

₩111,858

₩139,334 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a clock, and a framed photo on the wall.

A hotel corridor with a red carpet, a Christmas tree, marble walls, and a staircase.

A modern restaurant with teal chairs and wooden tables, a central counter with a TV, and patterned columns.

4. Elephantohotel

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens

duane

₩158,954

₩193,630 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

An infinity pool with a clear view of the ocean at sunset.

An interior with high ceilings, arched doorways, and hanging chandeliers.

A buffet with various desserts and fruits, a person in the background, and a view of the sea through large windows.

A seaside patio with outdoor seating and a view of the sea.

5. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens

Natasha

₩473,336

₩560,585 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a blue wall.

A staircase with wooden railings, a potted plant, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A breakfast buffet with various pastries, bread, and condiments.

A narrow street with a boutique hotel named Shaba Boutique Hotel. There are wooden chairs and tables outside the hotel, and a potted plant is visible.

6. Shaba Boutique Hotel

Stone Town, 0.5 km from Forodhani Gardens

Melanie

₩88,257

₩115,037 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A woman sitting by a pool with a large planter and lush greenery in the background.

A room with a bed under a canopy, a small table, and a wooden cabinet.

A traditional building with multiple balconies, a courtyard with potted plants, and a palm tree.

A hallway with yellow walls, ornate doors, and a stone floor.

7. Kholle House

Stone Town, 0.6 km from Forodhani Gardens

catherine

₩112,550

₩210,679 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a mirror, a shelf with a clock, and a ceiling with exposed beams.

A modern outdoor seating area with a white bench and a potted plant.

A living room with a blue sofa set, a wooden cabinet, and a chandelier.

A kitchen with a coffee maker, two bottles, a microwave, and various kitchenware on a wooden table.

8. Hanaia House

Stone Town, 0.5 km from Forodhani Gardens

Abdulmunim

₩79,478

₩91,400 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A rooftop terrace with white furniture and a view of a historic church and sunset over the sea.

A pool area with a view of the sea, a lifeguard chair, and a no diving sign.

A beach with clear turquoise waters, boats, and a white sandy shore.

A buffet setup with various food stations, including trays of hot dogs, salads, and other dishes.

9. Maru Maru Hotel

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Forodhani Gardens

MOMO

₩115,508

₩154,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A traditional Moroccan setting with patterned cushions, wooden furniture, and metal trays, overlooking a coastal view with boats.

A room with a checkered floor, antique furniture, a canopy bed, and a view of the outside.

A cozy room with wooden furniture, a ceiling fan, and a traditional rug.

A checkered floor, a wooden chair, a table with a vase of flowers, and a lamp.

10. Emerson on Hurumzi

Stone Town, 0.3 km from Forodhani Gardens

Victoria

₩269,659

₩320,941 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A bathtub with a tiled mosaic floor, candles, and bottles of water.

A building with a traditional architectural style, featuring ornate balconies and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A balcony with a table set for a meal, featuring a teapot, cups, and a plate of food.

A bathroom with a bathtub, toiletries, and towels.

11. Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens

Cherine

₩173,263

₩212,794 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A staircase leading to a shop with a sign reading "Karibuni".

A narrow street with wooden furniture and potted plants.

A courtyard with potted plants, a wooden staircase, and a sign above the entrance.

A room with a bed, a wooden nightstand, and a tray with two glasses of red drink.

12. Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Forodhani Gardens

Phillip

₩58,659

₩112,019 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A wooden deck with a hammock, chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious lobby with high wooden ceilings and intricate woodwork. There is a staircase leading to an upper level, and a reception desk with a computer and a red sign.

A beach with a wooden boat and a lounge chair with a cushion.

A pool area with a view of the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

13. Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens

Gita

₩488,525

₩575,345 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel lobby with wicker furniture, a TV, and potted plants.

A covered outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, surrounded by wicker furniture and palm trees in the background.

A courtyard with a hanging chair, a small pool, and potted plants.

A lobby with a checkered floor, a staircase, and a reception area with a TV.

14. Spice Palace Hotel

Stone Town, 0.3 km from Forodhani Gardens

Adeyemi

₩88,008

₩112,042 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

15. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens

Grazyna

₩117,046

₩148,149 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden boat filled with food and drinks, surrounded by white walls and wooden railings.

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, a wooden wardrobe, and a small table with a chair.

A modern hotel dining area with a central island, multiple seating arrangements, and a kitchen in the background.

A hallway with wooden doors, arched windows, and wall-mounted lights.

16. Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Stone Town, 0.3 km from Forodhani Gardens

Gianfranco

₩195,173

₩237,989 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A dining table with seafood, a glass of orange juice, and a pool in the background.

A room with a checkered floor, a bed with white and blue bedding, a canopy bed, and a view of the sea.

A white building with multiple balconies and arched windows.

The exterior of Dhow Palace Hotel with a traditional architectural style, featuring a prominent entrance, potted plants, and a signboard.

17. Dhow Palace Hotel

Stone Town, 0.4 km from Forodhani Gardens

Joseph

₩87,231

₩113,856 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A traditional building with a balcony, wooden lattice railings, and white curtains.

A spacious interior with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a central open area with a view to the upper level.

A room with two beds, each with a canopy, a sofa, a coffee table, and a cowhide rug.

A spacious hallway with a wooden ceiling, potted plants, a red sofa, and a wooden door at the end.

18. Jafferji House

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Forodhani Gardens

EMMANUEL

₩163,570

₩188,106 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A courtyard with a wooden pergola, seating area, and potted plants.

A home office with a desk, computer, and various decorative items on shelves.

A narrow alleyway with buildings on either side, featuring wooden doors and a tiled floor.

A dining area with rustic wooden tables and chairs, white walls, and artwork.

19. Sharazad Wonders Boutique

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Forodhani Gardens

Arjun

₩262,277

₩312,452 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A multi-level indoor space with a central staircase, surrounded by potted plants and a small water feature.

A room with a large wooden table and chairs, large windows with a view of buildings and a tower.

A building with a sign indicating it is a guest house named 'Flamingo'.

A room with a wooden table surrounded by chairs, a bookshelf, and a window with a view.

20. Flamingo Guest House

Stone Town, 0.5 km from Forodhani Gardens

Aijaz

₩17,661

₩20,310 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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Compare popular hotels close to Forodhani Gardens

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Emerson Spice Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 125 reviews	View
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town	9.6 Exceptional 45 reviews	View
Habari House	9.2 Wonderful 15 reviews	View
Elephantohotel	9.4 Exceptional 11 reviews	View
Park Hyatt Zanzibar	9.4 Exceptional 286 reviews	View

Top Forodhani Gardens Hotel Reviews

Spice Palace Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I would highly recommend this hotel in Stone Town. It is a wonderful place to stay with very friendly staff and functional facilities. The breakfast is also decent too! Oh and the proximity to the ferry and most places. Nice gem."

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent

"This property is a the most beautiful relaxing place to escape from the stresses of everyday life! Everything is perfect, the location, food, atmosphere, but mostly the endearing and helpful staff!"

Tembo House Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"An excellent place to stay. Clean and comfortable with three swimming pools and a game room that had ping pong and foosball. Unfortunately, there can be some noise from a nearby hotel with live music, but it doesn't seem to last very late. The timbo hotel itself was quiet. The buffet breakfast was excellent with many choices for vegetarian and vegan guests including soy milk."

Maru Maru Hotel

8/10 Good

"The location was ideal for wandering through Stone Town. The staff were friendly. The view from open patio dining area on the roof top was amazing. You must take advantage of wandering the many alley ways and shops. Lots to see in the area."

Emerson Spice Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Russell and the Emerson Soice team made us feel welcome from start to finish. A fabulous building with lots of history and in a great location in Stonetown. The rooms were all very individually themed and the bed was very comfortable. The fans and ac were welcomed for the warmer nights. The hotel private a great breakfast of fresh fruit, juice, eggs, pastries tea and coffee on the roof top tea house restaurant. Great views of Stonetown ! The Secret Garden restaurant served some lovely fresh dishes and drinks and there is live local music a couple of nights a week. Overall I’d highly recommend the Emerson Spice Hotel and thanks for a great stay (and thanks for the late checkout too)"

Dhow Palace Hotel

8/10 Good

"Personnel bienveillant, dommage qu’il y ait beaucoup de travaux aux alentours… Très bon emplacement"

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The Mizangani Seafront Hotel was an amazing, atmospheric bit of old Zanzibar looking out on the Stone Town harbor, and across from the Dar es Salaam ferry landing. They served a wonderful breakfast on the veranda. The reception and breakfast staff were very helpful and gave us a warm welcome. Our room was spacious and filled with beautiful Zanzibari details."

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

8/10 Good

"Rooms were clean but had misty smell and little small rooms"

Tembo Palace Hotel

8/10 Good

"Hotel très bien situé, très propre, bien équipé (lclim, ventilateurs groupe électrogène pour les coupures..) avec énormément de piscine (4) en bord de mer... Le personnel est très agréable.. Seul petit bémol, le restaurant qui n'est pas au niveau de l'hôtel."

Other attractions near Forodhani Gardens

An amphitheater surrounded by historic buildings and palm trees.

Old Fort

8.2/10 (437 reviews)

Browse the stalls of the courtyard market and attend festivals in the amphitheater in the oldest site in the historic center.

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A historical building with a balcony, columns, and a sign reading "Makumbusho Kuu Beit El Aajab National Museum".

House of Wonders

7.6/10 (162 reviews)

See one of the early buildings of Zanzibar’s modern development, with wide verandas overlooking the ocean and relics from the late 1800s.

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Zanzibar Night Market

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Zanzibar Night Market during your trip to Zanzibar Town. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Freddie Mercury Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Freddie Mercury Museum during your travels in Zanzibar Town. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Beit el-Sahel

8.4/10 (29 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum), a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Zanzibar Town. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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St. Joseph's Cathedral

St. Joseph's Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Zanzibar Town, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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The Ancient Door of Stone Town

You can find out about the history of Zanzibar Town with a visit to The Ancient Door of Stone Town. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Shakti Temple

8.8/10 (10 reviews)

After visiting Shakti Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Zanzibar Town. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Forodhani Gardens?

Forodhani Gardens is located in a historic area of Zanzibar Town known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 239 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Forodhani Gardens?

Adjacent to Forodhani Gardens, Tembo House Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other good options within a short distance include Spice Palace Hotel and Park Hyatt Zanzibar.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Forodhani Gardens?

Expedia has 239 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Forodhani Gardens.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Forodhani Gardens, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Forodhani Gardens.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Forodhani Gardens?

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What can I see and do near Forodhani Gardens?

House of Wonders, Freddie Mercury Museum, and Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum) feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Old Fort, Slave Market, and Mbweni Ruins are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Forodhani Gardens. You can wander around Chapwani Island, Prison Island, or Masingini Forest if you want a dose of fresh air.

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Our top choices for Forodhani Gardens hotels

1. Emerson Spice Hotel

2. The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

3. Habari House

4. Elephantohotel

5. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

6. Shaba Boutique Hotel

7. Kholle House

8. Hanaia House

9. Maru Maru Hotel

10. Emerson on Hurumzi

11. Zanzibar Palace Hotel

12. Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

13. Zanzibar Serena Hotel

14. Spice Palace Hotel

15. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

16. Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

17. Dhow Palace Hotel

18. Jafferji House

19. Sharazad Wonders Boutique

20. Flamingo Guest House

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Top Forodhani Gardens Hotel Reviews

Spice Palace Hotel

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Tembo House Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel

Emerson Spice Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Tembo Palace Hotel

Other attractions near Forodhani Gardens

Old Fort

House of Wonders

Zanzibar Night Market

Freddie Mercury Museum

Beit el-Sahel

St. Joseph's Cathedral

The Ancient Door of Stone Town

Shakti Temple

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