Reviews of Zanzibar Palace Hotel
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51 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Zanzibar Palace Hotel and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
"Old and new in perfect harmony"
The location is just a short walk away from all the sights and sounds of Stone Town yet easily accessible by vehicle. There are lit streets around meaning it is safe to walk to and from the hotel at night.
Each room is individually decorated. We stayed in a deluxe room on the top, fourth, floor which involved a steep climb up the narrow stairs but was well worth it for the views and excercise! It really was luxurious with everything needed and more, including balcony, fan, aircon, in room safe, mosquito net over the large hand carved bed, wardrobe, hot shower, dual sinks, wifi, tv and dvd player. You can even borrow a laptop.
Small restaurant serves great food from a small menu and there's also a small bar. Games and books available.
We'd definately recommend asking the staff to organise a walking tour with a registered guide.
A great way to ease back into reality after a safari and beach stay. We'd not seen a newspaper, heard the radio, seen tv, received/sent any emails or texts etc. in two weeks which was bliss.
Highlly recommended for a few nights in Stone Town to experience the history and cultre whilst either acclimitising to Tanzania or preparing for a return to home." See all these reviews: 6n in Tanzania; 5n in Zanzibar
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Room was impressively sized and appointed." See all these reviews: 8n in Zanzibar; 3n in Tanzania
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I loved the hubub and the rooftop room was perfect ... glad we had help with the bags!
Dinner was lovely and special thanks to the Night Porter who kept us comfortable with Breakfast at 0430!" See all these reviews: 8n in Zanzibar; 3n in Tanzania
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The rooms are dark, have horrible scratchy fabric on the beds, no chairs to sit on and the bathroom was not very clean, the bath was rank. All very dull and below par.
Very disappointing after our wonderful experiences on safari and in Zamzibar." See all these reviews: 8n in Tanzania; 2n in Zanzibar
We passed these comments to the lodge and the director, Frans, was clearly surprised and upset. He said that he was very sorry that these travellers hadn’t raised any of the issues with him, while they were there. If they’d been raised at the time, he would then have then had a chance to check the cleanliness of the rooms; make sure the bath had been polished; and remove the bed’s decorative but harsh and scratchy throw; and provide additional chairs to add to the Baraza sofa in the corner.
We think that the Zanzibar Palace was a bad match for these travellers – and we’re sorry we got it wrong. Meanwhile Frans tells us that he has organised a staff meeting to discuss these issues – and we will continue to monitor the hotel’s feedback closely.
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We didn't eat lunch or dinner at the hotel but breakfast was very pleasant." See all these reviews: 6n in Tanzania; 5n in Zanzibar
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Zanzibar Palace Hotel is in a good central location, very helpful reception and the rooms were spacious, comfortable and extremely good value.
Would recommend." See all these reviews: 7n in Zanzibar; 5n in Tanzania
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The weather felt so much hotter in Stone Town.
The room was very comfortable. The food was very good." See all these reviews: 6n in Zanzibar; 4n in Tanzania
"Perfect place to end a holiday."
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Couldnt have been better" See all these reviews: 7n in Tanzania; 7n in Zanzibar
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