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Our top choices for Shangani Beach hotels

Superior Double Room

The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
4.0 star property
Stone Town, 0.2 km from Shangani Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 reviews)
"Never disappoints! Consistent with great food and high end accommodation for stone town. "
United States
Suhaa
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
2 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; seafood

Emerson Spice Hotel

Emerson Spice Hotel
3.5 star property
Stone Town, 0.7 km from Shangani Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (111 reviews)
"Beautiful building, great staff. Fantastic room (Violetta)"
United Kingdom
lesley jane
Emerson Spice Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Stone Town, < 0.1 km from Shangani Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (272 reviews)
"It was an amazing experience the best hotel in stone town "
United States
Gerald
The price is €344
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Interior

Zanzibar Coffee House

Zanzibar Coffee House
3.5 star property
Stone Town, 0.7 km from Shangani Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (96 reviews)
"I had an amazing time at the coffee house! The room was very beautiful and breakfast exceptional but the highlight for me was the staff. They are what made my stay great! "
United Kingdom
sheila
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Zanzibar Coffee House
On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach towels

Tembo B&B Apartments

Tembo B&B Apartments
4.0 star property
Stone Town, 0.1 km from Shangani Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (126 reviews)
"Great hotel in a unique style"
Germany
Michel
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Tembo B&B Apartments
Restaurant

Habari House

Habari House
2.5 star property
Stone Town, 0.1 km from Shangani Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (13 reviews)
"Good accommodation, culturally unique property, highly convenient location for a tourist. price was a bit high. "
United States
Melanie
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Habari House
Indoor pool

Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town, < 0.1 km from Shangani Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (502 reviews)
"Good"
United States
ANNET
The price is €128
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Junior Suite with Balcony and Ocean view | Beach/ocean view

Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town, 0.2 km from Shangani Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (947 reviews)
"Staff was exceptionally friendly. Location was perfect. "
Canada
Kim
Tembo House Hotel
Honeymoon Suite | View from room

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel
5.0 star property
Stone Town, 0.1 km from Shangani Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (247 reviews)
"Amazing place, good location and nice staff "
United Kingdom
Sumaiya
The price is €301
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Rooftop terrace

Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel
3.0 star property
Stone Town, 0.4 km from Shangani Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (583 reviews)
"Room was spacious and clean with weell functioning AC. The staff were efficient and kind. The rooftop restaurant served a very good breakfasts with lots of options and the happy hour was reasonable and of good quality. Overall a good location and a nice place to stay."
Canada
Elana
Maru Maru Hotel
Basic Double Room

Shaba Boutique Hotel

Shaba Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town, 0.8 km from Shangani Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Clean rooms, helpful staff, good location"
United States
Darrell
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Shaba Boutique Hotel
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views

Dhow Palace Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town, 0.3 km from Shangani Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (355 reviews)
"We stayed in an upscale room and was fabulous. This hotel is part museum and the antiques and style make it interesting, staff was very friendly and the food was very good. Courtyard pool was very nice. No elevator but would recommend the upper floor rooftop. "
Canada
Paul
Dhow Palace Hotel
Exterior

Sharazad Wonders Boutique

Sharazad Wonders Boutique
3.5 star property
Stone Town, 0.3 km from Shangani Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (18 reviews)
"Comfortable beds, tasty breakfast ☺️"
United Kingdom
Audrone
Sharazad Wonders Boutique
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Hanaia House

Hanaia House
4.0 star property
Stone Town, 0.7 km from Shangani Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (36 reviews)
"super friendly workers breakfast was great great location thry also have wifi"
United States
Amber
Hanaia House
Exterior

Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town
3.0 star property
Stone Town, 0.2 km from Shangani Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (26 reviews)
"The breakfast was delicious, WiFi good and location was excellent."
United Kingdom
lucy
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town
Building design

Jafferji House

Jafferji House
4.0 star property
Stone Town, 0.3 km from Shangani Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (205 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful and historic hotel near shopping, dining and city sights. "
United States
LeKeitha
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Jafferji House
Outdoor pool

Kholle House

Kholle House
3.5 star property
Stone Town, 0.9 km from Shangani Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (76 reviews)
"Beautifully restored hotel, perfect location, great staff. Perfect place to stay for anybody that want to experience Stone town in Zanzibar."
United States
Carmen
The price is €146
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Kholle House
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town, 0.7 km from Shangani Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (407 reviews)
"Second stay in two years, always a perfect stay! Service, food, pool, location!"
Canada
Carole
Mizingani Seafront Hotel
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Middle Eastern cuisine

Emerson on Hurumzi

Emerson on Hurumzi
3.5 star property
Stone Town, 0.6 km from Shangani Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (30 reviews)
"Quaint historic building right in stone town. Staff is great a dinner at the rooftop is really nice. "
United States
Luis
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Emerson on Hurumzi
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine

Spice Palace Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel
3.5 star property
Stone Town, 0.4 km from Shangani Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (144 reviews)
"Loved it and loved the staff "
United States
Sady
Spice Palace Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Shangani Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Superior Double Room
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
39 reviews
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2 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; seafood
Emerson Spice Hotel
3.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
111 reviews
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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
5.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
272 reviews
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Interior
Zanzibar Coffee House
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
96 reviews
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On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach towels
Tembo B&B Apartments
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
126 reviews
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Top Shangani Beach Hotel Reviews

Tembo Kiwengwa Resort

Tembo Kiwengwa Resort

10/10 Excellent
"I’ll stay at this resort again and again, it’s just the best! "
Lawrence 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Tembo Kiwengwa Resort

Hotels near other Shangani Beach attractions

Old Fort

Old Fort

3.9/5 (276 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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Forodhani Gardens

Forodhani Gardens

4.1/5 (183 reviews)
Relax in this scenic tree-filled oceanside park that transforms into a lively and busy seafood market after the sun goes down.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Shangani Beach?
Shangani Beach is located in Zanzibar Town. This historic area is known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 192 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Shangani Beach?
Adjacent to Shangani Beach, Tembo House Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other good options within a short distance include Tembo B&B Apartments and Park Hyatt Zanzibar.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Shangani Beach?
Expedia has 192 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Shangani Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Shangani Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Shangani Beach.
What can I see and do near Shangani Beach?
You'll want to browse the collections at House of Wonders, Freddie Mercury Museum and People's Palace Museum. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Old Fort, Slave Market and Hamamni Persian Baths. Spend some time wandering around Forodhani Gardens, Chapwani Island and Prison Island.