Zanzibar Ocean View Hotel

$$$$||View on mapZanzibar, TanzaniaKilimani, Zanzibar, Tanzania|
5.9
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Zanzibar Ocean View Hotel
Kilimani, Zanzibar, Tanzania·View on map
$$$$
Overall Score
Needs improvement
5.9Needs improvement
Location7.6
Free WiFi7.5
Comfort6.9
Staff6.9
Cleanliness6.8
Who stays here
Couples45%
Families22%
Solo21%
Groups7%

Overview

Overall Score
Needs improvement
5.9Needs improvement
Location7.6
Free WiFi7.5
Comfort6.9
Staff6.9
Cleanliness6.8
Who stays here
Couples45%
Families22%
Solo21%
Groups7%

3-star resort with a private beach area overlooking the Zanzibar Channel

Amenities

Zanzibar Ocean View Hotel offers a private beach area exclusively for guests, with bicycle rental and car hire services available on site. The resort provides a 24-hour front desk, currency exchange, and a tour desk to arrange local excursions. Diving activities are available nearby for adventure seekers.

Rooms

Each air-conditioned room at Zanzibar Ocean View Hotel Kilimani includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with slippers and a hair dryer. Some rooms have a seating area, and selected units feature a balcony or terrace for outdoor views. The rooms are fitted with both ceiling fans and wall-mounted air conditioning units.

Location

The resort is located 2 miles from Stone Town, giving guests access to cultural landmarks such as the Peace Memorial Museum and the Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. Free private parking is available on site, and a paid airport shuttle service connects the hotel to the airport. The property sits on a cliff overlooking a white sand beach along the Indian Ocean.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves both local and international cuisine, with a daily continental breakfast included in the stay. Guests can order from a snack bar or request special diet menus, and breakfast can be delivered to the room. The dining room operates under a large thatched roof exposed to the elements, offering views of the ocean.

Entertainment

Entertainment staff organize evening entertainment for guests throughout their stay. The hotel provides a shared lounge and TV area where visitors can relax. Bicycle and car hire services allow guests to explore the surrounding area independently.

  • Private Beach: Exclusive beach area for hotel guests only
  • Location: 2 miles from Stone Town, near cultural sites
  • Dining: Continental breakfast, local & international restaurant
  • Activities: Diving, bicycle rental, car hire on site
  • Transport: Paid airport shuttle, free private parking
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-19:00
from 06:00-12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs USD 5.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:55
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Rooms and availability

Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed1 Double bed

Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Parking
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Babysitting
Swimming pool
Air conditioning
Facilities for kids

Cribs

Private beach

Beach access

Sports & Fitness

  • Diving

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car rental
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business center

Children

  • Cribs

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access
  • Entertainment
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room view

  • Sea view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Ironing facilities

Bedroom

  • Electric blankets

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Zanzibar Ocean View Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 50 US$
📏 Distance to center 1.2 mi
✈️ Distance to airport 3.0 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Kisauni, ZNZ

Location

Kilimani, Zanzibar, Tanzania
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Kilimani, Zanzibar, Tanzania
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Kilimani, Zanzibar, Tanzania
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Public Building
Zanzibar Revenue Board
100 yd
Restaurant
CCM Social Hall
200 yd

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