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3 stars

Al-Minar Hotel

Plot 96 Shangani, Zanzibar, Tanzania
+255 779 666 690
From
$39
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rate per night

8.4
Great

based on 973 reviews

Al-Minar Hotel
Sun 4/21
Thu 4/25
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About Al-Minar Hotel

  • Hotel Room
    You’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi and Breakfast for free
Located in Zanzibar City, 400 metres from The Zanzibar Curio shop, Al-Minar Hotel has a terrace and a shared lounge. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. Peace Memorial Museum is 700 metres from the hotel. Guest rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom. At the hotel, rooms include a seating area. The daily breakfast offers continental and buffet options. Old Fort of Zanzibar is 300 metres from Al-Minar Hotel Zanzibar, while House of Wonders is a 5-minute walk away.

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at Al-Minar Hotel

  • Snorkeling
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Valet parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • Car rental
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Bicycle rental
  • Cycling
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Cooking classes
  • Beauty salon

General

  • Seating area
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Soundproofing
  • Lockers
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Storage available

Accessibility and suitability

  • Increased accessibility
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Pants press
  • Tumble dryer

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Valet parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio

Health and safety

  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Complimentary breakfast

Spa

  • Massage

Reviews of Al-Minar Hotel

All reviews are collected from real users with a verified booking made with KAYAK or one of our trusted external partners.

8.4
Very goodBased on 973 verified guest reviews
8.6Solo
8.2Families
8.3Couples
8.1Friends

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2.8 Poor
Cons:We had early check-out and they said we can get a small breakfast in the morning, but the guy from the reception didn't know anything. There were holes in the towells. The linen and towels were not perfectly white.

Location

Plot 96 Shangani, Zanzibar

What's nearby

  • Stone Town Beach190 yd
  • Old Fort255 yd
  • Forodhani Gardens298 yd
  • House of Wonders335 yd
  • Stone Town0.3 mi
  • Slave Chambers0.3 mi
  • Christ Church0.3 mi
  • Livingstone's House1 mi
  • Nakupenda Beach2.7 mi
  • Changuu Island3.3 mi
  • Cheetah's Rock7.1 mi
  • Chumbe Island8 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 1:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Al-Minar Hotel

Low season

May

High season

April

Average price (weeknight)

$97

Average price (weekend night)

$70
Cheapest month to stay with an average 41% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 38% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Al-Minar Hotel

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Top tips for your stay at Al-Minar Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Al-Minar Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in May and June.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Al-Minar Hotel, plan to stay on a Thursday or Friday. The most expensive day is usually Sunday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Al-Minar Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $89, while the most expensive was $143.
  • How long should you stay at Al-Minar Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Al-Minar Hotel

  • Where is Al-Minar Hotel located?

    Al-Minar Hotel is located at Plot 96 Shangani, 0.7 miles from the center of Zanzibar. Stone Town Beach is the closest landmark to Al-Minar Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Al-Minar Hotel?

    Check-in time is 1:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Al-Minar Hotel.

  • Does Al-Minar Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Al-Minar Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Al-Minar Hotel from the airport?

    Al-Minar Hotel is 4.6 miles from Zanzibar Kisauni. Al-Minar Hotel is 49.1 miles from Dar Es Salaam.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Al-Minar Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Al-Minar Hotel in Zanzibar and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Al-Minar Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Al-Minar Hotel.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.7

Distance to city center

0.7 mi

Nearest Airport

Zanzibar Kisauni

Distance to airport

4.8 mi