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Al Johari Hotel & Spa

3.0 star property
Central hotel connected to the convention centre in Zanzibar Town with rooftop terrace

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Restaurant
Property entrance
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed
Restaurant
Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, dressing gowns
Reviews
7.6

Good

Popular amenities

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Explore the area

Map
116 Shangani (Stone Town), Zanzibar Town
  • Popular LocationShangani Beach4 min walk
  • Popular LocationForodhani Gardens5 min walk
  • Popular LocationSlave Market8 min walk
  • AirportZanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)14 min drive

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Zanzibar Town

Al Johari Hotel & Spa puts you in the heart of Zanzibar Town, connected to the convention centre and within steps of Mbweni Ruins and Marahubi Palace. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a rooftop terrace. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3-property class Stone Town hotel include People's Palace Museum and Freddie Mercury Museum.

What's nearby

  • Shangani Beach - 4 min walk
  • Old Fort - 4 min walk
  • Forodhani Gardens - 5 min walk
  • Slave Market - 8 min walk
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 13 min walk

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cape Town Fish Market - 5 min walk
  • Lukmaan - 6 min walk
  • House of Karafuu - 3 min walk
  • Abyssinian Maritim - 3 min walk
  • Beach House Restaurant - 3 min walk

About this property

Al Johari Hotel & Spa

Central hotel connected to the convention centre in Zanzibar Town with rooftop terrace
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 0 square feet (0 square metres) and includes conference space. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A rooftop terrace, a library, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Al Johari Hotel & Spa. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services.

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

  • 1 building
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 0 sq ft of conference space
  • 0 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2007
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Beauty salon
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Al Johari Hotel & Spa offers 13 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary dressing gowns and designer toiletries. Memory foam beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Zanzibar Town hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • On the bay
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Building
  • Built in 2007
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Al Johari Hotel & Spa

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

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 20.00 per vehicle
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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.
    No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products.

We should mention

  • One child aged 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Al Johari Hotel
Al Johari Hotel Zanzibar Town
Al Johari Zanzibar Town
Al Johari Zanzibar Hotel
Johari Hotel
Al Johari Zanzibar
Al Johari Zanzibar
Al Johari Hotel Spa
Al Johari Hotel & Spa Hotel
Al Johari Hotel & Spa Zanzibar Town
Al Johari Hotel & Spa Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Al Johari Hotel & Spa?

Al Johari Hotel & Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Al Johari Hotel & Spa?

As of 15 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Al Johari Hotel & Spa on 25 May 2024 start from AU$87.21, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Al Johari Hotel & Spa?

Yep, Al Johari Hotel & Spa is a short 3-minute walk from Nakupenda Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling and scuba diving.

What makes Al Johari Hotel & Spa a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus memory foam beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Al Johari Hotel & Spa.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Al Johari Hotel & Spa?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Al Johari Hotel & Spa?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Al Johari Hotel & Spa?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Al Johari Hotel & Spa?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Al Johari Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 143 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 143 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 143 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 143 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 143 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Muhammed

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was so tiny it shouldn’t class as bedroom
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abraham

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great experience. Great staff and clean rooms. Nice location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Shadia

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Azouz

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
This place is a rip off. Be aware that they will charge you extra if you pay online under the excuse of “taxes”. It’s only hotel in Zanzibar that does that. I never had to pay any extras for taxes in any other hotel during my 10 days stay in Zanzibar . The hotel is also too expensive. True it’s clean, but still overpriced.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Nitzan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Building obviously has interesting history. AC was very nice. No hot water, but we didn't ask them to check so maybe we missed something

2/10 Terrible

Alistair

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Don’t stay here
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Nuru, New York

Travelled with group
Despite paying for the booking well in advance, upon arrival I was told that there was no vacancy and that the hotel was fully booked. The manager was not on site and the front desk was unmanned for extended periods. Eventually spoke with the manager who expressed her regret for the situation but everywhere in Stonetown was fully booked so I ended paying for a room at another property that was 5X's the price.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

2/10 Terrible

Murtaza

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Day receptionist is rude, arrogant, and a liar.
Broken door.. as in there was no metal piece and the entire wood for the lock for chipped off and tried to glue back in type of broken. Bad customer service from the day receptionist. Blamed us and lied to us about 3 different things. THREE!!! ...and wifi never works inside the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Very clean. Lovely staff. One minor point WiFi didn’t work in our room, but overall a great stay and central location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019