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Elephantohotel

Property class: 3

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling fan.
A modern restaurant with teal chairs and wooden tables, a central counter with a TV, and patterned columns.
A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a clock, and a framed photo on the wall.
A hotel corridor with a red carpet, a Christmas tree, marble walls, and a staircase.
A room with a balcony, a bed, and curtains.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$168
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

Explore the area

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Stone Town, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region
  • Place, Christ Church Cathedral
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Slave Market
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Forodhani Gardens
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Single Room

A neatly made bed with a blue bedspread and two pillows with a hotel logo, a framed artwork above the bed, and a nightstand with a phone and a decorative item.

Standard Single Room

  • 110 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Balcony, City View

A neatly arranged bedroom with a wooden bed, two nightstands, a ceiling fan, and wall-mounted light fixtures.

Standard Double Room, Balcony, City View

  • City view
  • 130 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Twin Room, Balcony, City View

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a framed artwork on the wall, and a wall-mounted deer head decoration.

Twin Room, Balcony, City View

  • City view
  • 140 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Room, Balcony, City View

A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, wall-mounted light fixtures, and framed artwork.

Family Room, Balcony, City View

  • City view
  • 290 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Comfort Suite, Balcony, City View

A hotel room with a bed, pillows, a nightstand with a phone, and wall art.

Comfort Suite, Balcony, City View

  • City view
  • 300 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double Standard Room

A modern hotel room with a large bed, ceiling fan, and artwork on the walls.

Double Standard Room

  • 130 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for SINGLE STANDARD ROOM

A neatly made bed with a blue bedspread and two pillows with a hotel logo, a framed artwork above the bed, and a nightstand with a phone and a decorative item.

SINGLE STANDARD ROOM

  • 110 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for TWIN ROOM

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a large window with curtains.

TWIN ROOM

  • 150 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Zanzibar Town

At Elephantohotel you'll be within steps of Christ Church Cathedral and Slave Market. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3-property class Stone Town hotel include Hamamni Persian Baths and Shakti Temple.

What's nearby

  • Christ Church Cathedral - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Slave Market - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • House of Wonders - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Old Fort - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Maru Maru Terrace Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Zanzibar Coffeehouse - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Elephantohotel

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

The business-friendly Elephantohotel also features spa services, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry services. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Zanzibar Town hotel is smoke free.

  • 55 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Elephantohotel offers 55 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. 45-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

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 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 10 per person (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30 per night

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 and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

Property Registration Number 168473.2025

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Elephantohotel?

Yep, Elephantohotel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Elephantohotel?

As of 31 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elephantohotel on 1 Sept 2026 start from AU$168, 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 Elephantohotel?

Yep, Elephantohotel is a short 7-minute walk from Shangani Beach.

Is there a spa on site at Elephantohotel?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like deep-tissue massages.

What makes Elephantohotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Elephantohotel.

Does Elephantohotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary buffet breakfast is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Elephantohotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Elephantohotel?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Elephantohotel?

Check-in begins at 12:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Elephantohotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Elephantohotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

duane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is attractive and well maintained; the staff were kind and helpful. I would recommend a stay there Duane
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Camila Cristiane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Séjour excellent ! Je recommande !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hôtel récent avec un personnel parfait et très arrangeant, merci pour le séjour!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Samuel Andreas

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026