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About this property
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.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Room service
- Daily housekeeping
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Ana
Switzerland
“Location is great, walking distance from all the sights in Stone Town. Room was spacious and very clean. Great warm shower with good water pressure and AC.” - Alba
Spain
“We had a great time at Alminar Hotel. The location is great. We also enjoyed breakfast with a great variety to choose from. The room was good and bed was comfy. The staff were friendly and kind.” - Dmitrij
Lithuania
“Very good location, in old part of town, near all places of visit. Good nice room.” - Khalika
United Kingdom
“Staff were lovely, very helpful, and accommodating requests. Thank you! Excellent breakfast Great location walking distance to the waterfront Wouldn't mind staying there again Bathroom was spacious.” - James
Malta
“Great staff and location. Spacious rooms and beds.” - Zainab
South Africa
“the location. staff friendly and helpful. breakfast was nice and gentleman who served us v.friendly and helpful. also they offered us a room to rest as we arrived very early and our room was thus not yet ready” - David
New Zealand
“Excellent location, walked everywhere, nice breakfast that set us up for the day” - Claudette
Australia
“My room was spacious, well appointed, quiet and comfortable” - Chau
Hong Kong
“The room is spacious The location is good that is few minute walk to the beach and bus stop The breakfast is rich” - Petti
United Arab Emirates
“I had a truly pleasant breakfast experience at Al Minar Hotel. The selection was fresh, satisfying, and thoughtfully presented. What made it even more enjoyable was the genuine kindness and attentiveness of Pamela, whose warm and welcoming...”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 9 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no cots available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.



The fine print
Please note the property charges an additional surcharge of 5% for card payments and also the bank transfers.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.