Bottoms Up
2 stars

Bottoms Up

222 Hurumzi Street, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Zanzibar, Tanzania
See location+255 774 248 906
From
$28
Cheapest

rate per night

5.7
Fair
based on 1117 reviews
1,117 reviews
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Standard room
Double room

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Overview

Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Bottoms Up is located in Zanzibar City, 200 metres from Stone Town Beach. The property is close to Cinema Afrique, Hamamni Persian Baths and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. At the hostel, each room is fitted with a desk. Guest rooms include a wardrobe. A Full English/Irish breakfast is available at Bottoms Up. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Peace Memorial Museum, Sultan's Palace, Zanzibar and Old Dispensary. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 8 km away.
5.7
Fair rating
Based on 1,117 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Bottoms Up

  • Snorkeling
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Internet
  • Parking
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Hairdryer
  • 24hr front desk
  • Car rental
  • Wake-up service

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Shampoo
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Pajamas
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

General

  • Window
  • Quiet street view
  • Fireplace
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Soundproofing
  • Landmark view
  • Lockers
  • Tile/marble floor
  • City view
  • Privacy curtain
  • Storage available

Bathroom

  • Raised toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Additional bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Lowered sink
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance

Services and conveniences

  • Car rental
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Mini-market on site
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Bottle of water
  • 24hr front desk

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Water park

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture

Dining

  • Shared kitchen
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Dining area
  • Dining table

Parking and transportation

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

Bedroom

  • Reading light
  • Socket near the bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area

Laundry

  • Tumble dryer

Workspace

  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Complimentary breakfast

Reviews of Bottoms Up

5.7
Fair
1117 verified ratings
Wonderful
281
Very good
246
Good
209
Okay
116
Fair
91
Mediocre
54
Poor
120

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the central location and friendly service of the hotel, making it a convenient choice for exploring the area. However, many reviews highlighted significant cleanliness issues, with dirty rooms and bathrooms being a common complaint. The breakfast quality also received negative remarks, with many guests finding it lacking.
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Location9 out of 10
Service8.5 out of 10
Cleanliness3 out of 10
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Location

222 Hurumzi Street, Zanzibar

What's nearby

  • House of Wonders162 yd
  • Stone Town209 yd
  • Old Fort221 yd
  • Forodhani Gardens279 yd
  • Christ Church300 yd
  • Slave Chambers338 yd
  • Stone Town Beach416 yd
  • Livingstone's House0.8 mi
  • Nakupenda Beach3 mi
  • Changuu Island3.3 mi
  • Cheetah's Rock7 mi
  • Chumbe Island8.2 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 12:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

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$36
$34
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Most expensive month to stay with an average 12% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Bottoms Up

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Bottoms Up, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in August and January.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Bottoms Up, plan to stay on a Monday or Friday. The most expensive day is usually Tuesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Bottoms Up was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $28, while the most expensive was $28.
  • How long should you stay at Bottoms Up? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.
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FAQs when booking at Bottoms Up

  • Where is Bottoms Up located?

    Bottoms Up is located at 222 Hurumzi Street, 0.5 miles from the center of Zanzibar. House of Wonders is the closest landmark to Bottoms Up.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Bottoms Up?

    Check-in time is 12:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at Bottoms Up.

  • Does Bottoms Up offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Bottoms Up offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Bottoms Up from the airport?

    Bottoms Up is 4.9 miles from Zanzibar Intl. Bottoms Up is 49.5 miles from Dar Es Salaam.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Bottoms Up hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Bottoms Up 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 Bottoms Up 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 Bottoms Up.

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Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

6.6
0.5 mi
Zanzibar Intl
4.8 mi

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