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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Emerald Palm Boutique Hotel in Zanzibar City offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and city views. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, free toiletries, and soundproofing. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves Indian cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Guests can enjoy lunch, dinner, and high tea in a welcoming ambiance. Convenient Facilities: The hotel features a garden, free WiFi, and a paid airport shuttle service. Additional amenities include a 24-hour front desk, housekeeping, room service, and luggage storage. Prime Location: Located 5 mi from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, the hotel is a short walk from Stone Town Beach and close to attractions such as the Old Fort of Zanzibar and House of Wonders. Scuba diving is available in the surroundings.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Room service
- Daily housekeeping
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Camisha
Canada
“Property is clean and the staff members are super friendly.” - Lenin
United States
“This hotel is conveniently located near the ferry to Dar es Salaam. If you’re looking for a traditional stay, it’s a good choice. The owner, Jay, is friendly and helpful. Just across from the hotel, there’s an Indian restaurant that serves...” - Val
Tanzania
“We loved this little hotel in the heart of the old Stone Town. So refreshing to stay somewhere different - full of interesting features and the owner and staff are charming. Breakfast served in the little cafe across the alley. We were able to...” - Chelsea
Vietnam
“Staff is very kind and helpful. Included breakfast was great.” - Anna
Poland
“Exotic style, friendly people..Very good localisation.” - Benjamin
United States
“Location in Stonetown. Breakfast next door. Charming.” - Sinji
United Kingdom
“The staff were fantastic; approachable, friendly and genuinely compassionate. The building is old and very traditional and 'authentic-looking', I personally loved this as it made it feel very cosy and like home. The staff helped me with my...” - Tyler
South Africa
“Good breakfast opposite the accommodation. Very friendly staff who try their best to go above and beyond.” - Penny
United States
“I had a wonderful stay at the Emerald Palm. Staff was so gracious and helpful. Rashid, the manager, took time to show me around the immediate area of Stonetown. As a solo traveler I felt welcomed and safe. The room is nicely decorated and...” - Meddah
Qatar
“Staff are really friendly and helpful, location of the hotels is good, the hotel is some how old and that's what gives it a value”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Harbour Kitchen
- CuisineIndian
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no cribs available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.

