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Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel perfect for exploring Zanzibar Town

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Free daily English breakfast
A neatly made bed with a white bedspread, a brown throw blanket, and a white pillow. There is a wooden wardrobe to the left and a small table with a lamp and a few items on it.
Restaurant
A traditional room with a bed, curtains, a wooden bench, and a window with a view.
A row of potted plants in front of a building with white walls and wooden windows.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Mkunazini St, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region
  • Place, Slave Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Christ Church Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Forodhani Gardens
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A bed with a canopy, a wooden headboard, a painting of an elephant, and a small table with a vase and flowers.

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A narrow hallway leading to a bedroom with a bed, a chair, a table, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Zanzibar Town

Heart of Zanzibar Town.With a stay at this Stone Town hotel, you'll be steps from Slave Market and Christ Church Cathedral. Hamamni Persian Baths and Jaw's Corner are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Slave Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hamamni Persian Baths - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Old Fort - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Forodhani Park - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Maru Maru Terrace Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Secret Garden - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Zanzibar Coffeehouse - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel

3-star hotel perfect for exploring Zanzibar Town
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Zanzibar Town hotel.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Lockers available
Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and bathrobes. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. This Zanzibar Town hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

Property Registration Number 111-494-282

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Zanzi House Hotel
Zanzi House Zanzibar Town
Zanzi House Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

How close is Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel to the airport?

Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel is 4.6 mi (14-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel?

As of Jul 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel on Jul 7, 2026 start from CA $99, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 25 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 8-minute walk from Shangani Beach and 9-minute walk from Nakupenda Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel offer free breakfast?

Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel offers free English breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel have a pool?

Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel to downtown Zanzibar Town?

Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel is 0.5 mi away from Zanzibar Town.

Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 55 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient with everything you need.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glody

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was clean. The stuff communication was on point and they are all professional. And the place was safe
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GASASIRA KAKURU

The place is very nice and the people over there are very hospitable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Radostina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little hotel old style Very friendly staff busy location everything is around .me and friends love the place if I go back I wold love to stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thorvald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A simple but comfortable hotel with a great location. The staff were very friendly and helpful – they even stored our luggage while we went on a safari to Tanzania. Excellent service!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Javon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay!

I really enjoyed my time at Zanzi House . The room was nicely decorated and the bed was very comfortable. The staff were very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sharmila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly, higly recommended. Beautifully decorated and reall friendly and helpful staff. Plus excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is nice and rooms always clean. I also liked the staff are very friendly and welcoming. I will not hesitate to refer anybody for l was impressed by the cleanliness
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jahwonna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property so much that we stayed twice. Excellent customer service. Everyone was very welcoming and helpful. The rooms were clean and we had no issues while staying here. I would recommend staying here as it is close to the market and local attractions. Wifi was strong and the staff allowed us to leave our luggage for a few hours while we explored the city after check out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

UTTAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property at vwry convent place in Stone Town. All the staffa including manager ẁere very understanding and helpful. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Anneli

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel close to the old quarters of Stone town

Nice place. Looked just like the pictures. Good size rooms. Breakfast and breakfast area was also very good. Hotel is just by the old quarters of Stone town. Almost all staff was very friendly (just one younger lady in reception that for some reason was not so nice to our daughter). Good price.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

SATOSHI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I think it's a good location to enjoy Stone Town. This is a hotel that you can be satisfied with overall. One thing you may be a little concerned about is the hard lock on the door, which makes a noise when opening and closing the door.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Meryl

Friendly costumer service,clean and a good location.Near to many shops and restaurants.It can be loud sometimes.Overall is ok!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff at Zanzi house were excellent. They allowed us to leave our bags at the hotel whilst we went on Safari, before we had even checked in at the hotel. They also provided us early check in on our day of arrival in the morning and were very flexible. The hotel has a lot of history and the common area and upstairs balcony area has a great ambience. The rooms were comfortable as were the beds. This was a great value for money stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nemanja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was Ok with everything, price was good, place was very clean, staff was friendly and helpful. Hakuna Matata Nesh
Verified

8/10 Good

Savannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are spacious but unfortunately the windows are only made of wood meaning you can hear everything happening in the alley. The breakfast is pretty awesome and everything is walking distance. The East African Slavery Market Exhibit is right behind the hotel and the beach is only a 20 minute walk. Overall would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Christopher

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The worst possible outcome, You’ve been traveling 16 hours to find out your room was double booked. 14 hours of travel and it’s midnight they don’t have any taxis also, and any hotel is 150+ usd just to sleep 8 hrs. You can tell they do it all the time too. Expedia offered me 8$ for accommodation. They might be a decent hotel but for me I got fu***d
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

MAYRA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel is clean, basic, a little price for what it is. The are around seems to be unsafe because there is a lot of people loitering and also dirty around. At night it can be very noisy, you have a mosque and church very near by so the call to pray is very loud at very early on the morning. If you are given an upper floor the stair is very narrow and steep so hard to handle with luggage
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Disliked: Staff & service

Good Luck Finding It

Tried to find this place with a car for over an hour. No parking remotely close. Felt very sketchy. No answer on phone at 10pm despite numerous calls even though we forewarned of arrival time.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Don

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shower only came hot if you dribbled the water, no hair dryer available. The bed was small and hard. No town maps or directions, the safe did not work, their exchange rate was high, and In a very noisy neighborhood. The door had windows.to the corridor which had bright lights on all night. A miserable experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dionei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
O que se destacou? A equipe! O pessoal do café, da limpeza, da recepção. Quero agradecer especialmente ao rapaz que fez meu check in por todas as explicações, pela paciência e pela gentileza!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Nous avons séjourné dans cet hôtel de "ville", bien situé dans le centre de Stone Town à une dizaine de minutes des restaurants et de la plage principale. Concernant l'hôtel, charmant petit hôtel avec une réception ouverte en tout temps, notre chambre donnait sur la rue et était tout de même bruyante,Petit bémol pour le lit, où le matelas était un peu dure à notre goùt.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Therese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bo här. Bra läge, service och fantastiska rum

Hade fått fem stjärnor, men det var hål i myggnätet och stackarna fick strömavbrott morgonen jag skulle åka så det blev lite bökigt för mig. God frukost och väldigt serviceinriktade. Pratar bra engelska. Stora och rena rum. Har ac och fläkt vilket var magiskt. De tänker på miljön mer än andra hotell jag varit på, tex är ac av då rummet inte nyttjas, men du kan slå igång själv så klart precis när du vill.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decisamente la migliore di 4 strutture che ci hanno ospitato nei nostri 15 giorni a Zanzibar: top arredamento camera, top pulizia, top supporto da parte del manager sia nel reperire e attivare per noi 2 SIM Tigo senza apportare alcun ricarico sia nella disponibilità a fornirci ogni sorta di informazioni. La posizione è buona perché centrale: a 2 passi dalla Christ Church Cathedral e a 600 metri dal mare. A 400 metri si trova molto comodo l'ATM della DTB Bank. L' accesso dalla via principale è dissestato ma una volta entrati l'accoglienza della struttura, la pulizia e la colazione sono super!👏💪
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

el mejor hotel relación precio-ubicación stone tow

he pasado unos dias geniales en Stone town gracias a la excelente acogida que he tenido en este hotel. Su relación precio y ubicación es total. Parece que está lejos de todo pero solo caminas 8 minutos de un agradable paseo y ya estas en el centro del casco antiguo. afuera hay muchos restaurantes locales muy baratos y con excelente comida
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024