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3 stars

Al-Minar Hotel

Plot 96 Shangani, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Zanzibar, Tanzania
See location+255 779 666 690
From
£42
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rate per night

8.0
Very good
based on 2033 reviews
2,033 reviews
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Queen room
Deluxe room

Overview

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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.
Rating
8.0
Very good
Based on 2,033 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Al-Minar Hotel

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

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)
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • Car hire
  • 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
  • 24-hour front desk

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Bicycle hire
  • Cycling
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Cooking classes
  • Beauty salon

General

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

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • 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
  • Trouser press
  • Tumble dryer

Bathroom

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

Media and entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Parking and transportation

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

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio

Health and safety

  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Complimentary breakfast

Spa

  • Massage

Reviews of Al-Minar Hotel

8.0
Very good
2033 verified ratings
Wonderful
1023
Very good
519
Good
282
Okay
90
Fair
73
Mediocre
12
Poor
34

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the great location and friendly service of the hotel, making it a popular choice for visitors. However, there were significant concerns regarding cleanliness, with multiple reviews mentioning issues such as moldy smells and unclean linens. Breakfast options received mixed reviews, and some guests noted that the hotel was undergoing renovations, which affected their stay.
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Service9.5 out of 10
Location9 out of 10
Value for Price8.5 out of 10
Breakfast5 out of 10
Cleanliness4 out of 10
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2.8
Poor
George, Jul 2019
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 13:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Al-Minar Hotel

Low season

March

High season

January

Average price (weekend night)

£64
Cheapest month to stay with an average 29% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 29% rise in price.
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KAYAK's 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 March and January.
  • How long should you stay at Al-Minar Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 6 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 centre 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 13:00 and check-out time is 11:00 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 4.7 miles from Zanzibar Intl. Al-Minar Hotel is 49.3 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

8.2

Distance to city centre

0.7 mi

Nearest airport

Zanzibar Intl

Distance to airport

4.8 mi