Hotels in Zanzibar, Tanzania

When visiting Zanzibar the average booking length is 5 nights.

The price of a hotel in Zanzibar depends on several factors such as star rating, location and demand. Generally speaking, the average cost of a hotel is around R11 003 per night.

Zanzibar hotels are at their most economical to book in the month of November. The rates you are charged may be 56% lower than in the high season, making it the best time to get a great deal.

Room prices for hotels in Zanzibar will be at their lowest on Wednesday and peak on Thursday.

R6 735 is around the price you are going to have to pay for a luxury hotel room in Zanzibar. This is on average a 6%% increase on the cost of a typical Zanzibar hotel, which is more likely to charge R11 003 a night.

While temperatures are typically very high in Zanzibar during May, there is a higher chance for rainfall as the average for the month is about 280 mm. Taking into account the higher potential for rain in May, those staying at a hotel in Zanzibar should plan to visit popular indoor attractions.

The city of Zanzibar has holiday rentals available as well as hotels if you’re looking for different accommodation options. At the moment, there are 209 holiday rentals in the city. We recommend booking Modern apartment AC hot shower for your stay, which is the most popular rental in Zanzibar. Search for deals on holiday rentals in Zanzibar.

There are 546 operators available for hotels in Zanzibar as of May 2026.

Prices for hotels in Zanzibar are updated daily.