Dhow Palace Hotel is a 4-star retreat in Zanzibar, Tanzania, located a convenient 0.7mi from the city center. Address: P.O.Box 3947, Kenyatta Road, Shangani. With 1,936 reviews and a minimum price starting from $68 per night, this Zanzibar hotel blends easy access with comfortable amenities for travelers.

Amenities include snorkeling, a restaurant, indoor and outdoor swimming pools (outdoor pool free), a kids’ pool, and private parking with free Wi-Fi. Room service is available, along with a fitness center (extra charges) and shuttle services (extra charges), plus an airport shuttle (extra charges). Air conditioning, kid-friendly buffet, sun deck, private entrance, and on-site parking (free) complement a terrace, soundproof rooms, a 24-hour front desk, ocean view options, non-smoking rooms, live music/performances, wheelchair accessibility, beach chairs/loungers (free), garden view, patio, elevator, kids’ meals, balcony, soundproof, and a bathtub.

Rooms offer balcony options with ocean or garden views, and upper floors are accessible by elevator. The setting includes sun deck, private entrance, terrace spaces, and garden views, ideal for relaxing after island exploration. Live music/performances add local flavor, while kid-friendly buffet and kid’s meals ensure options for younger guests. Private parking (free) and free beach chairs add extra convenience for a relaxed stay.

Two inviting pools await: a year-round indoor pool for a cool dip and a free-to-use outdoor pool for sunny days. On-site Restaurant #1 serves a mix of African, Indian, and European dishes in a family-friendly, traditional setting, with evenings enriched by live music and performances that add a friendly, local flavor.

Accommodations span a wide range, from Single and Double Rooms to various suites, including the Presidential Suite. Many options come with sea, city, or garden views, letting travelers pick the scenery that suits their island mood.

Payment is flexible, with cash accepted and major cards such as Mastercard, Visa, Diners Club, and Maestro. On-site private parking is free, and a variety of room configurations offer delightful views of the sea, city, or garden to complement the island vibe.