Dhow Palace Hotel, Zanzibar
Overview
Offering an indoor swimming pool and views of the sea, Dhow Palace Hotel Zanzibar is situated 6 minutes' walk from Old Fort of Zanzibar. This elegant hotel provides an ATM machine and complimentary newspapers, plus Wi-Fi in public areas and parking on site.
Location
The hotel lies just 650 metres from Slave Chambers and within reach of Forodhani Park. Pange Island is also located a 10-minute ride from the accommodation.
This 4-star hotel is situated just around the corner from Mercury House.
A local bus stop - Eastern side of the island is 850 metres away.
Rooms
The Dhow Palace welcomes guests to 52 sound-proofed rooms. Some of them come with free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with coffee/tea making facilities. This Zanzibar property also features an electric kettle and a refrigerator. The private bathrooms are appointed with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, and such comforts as bath sheets.
Eat & Drink
The Dhow Palace Zanzibar serves fresh fruits and fresh coffee for breakfast. This Zanzibar hotel offers the Indian restaurant serving Indian specialities. This historic hotel invites guests to the snack bar to relax with a drink. The bar area includes a lounge. Offering African dishes, The Floating Restaurant is a 6-minute walk away.
Leisure & Business
The boutique-style Dhow Palace offers a fitness room, a courtyard and a shared lounge to diversify your leisure. The presence of a golf playground ensures guests an active stay at this property.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- ATM/Cash machine
- Barber shop
- Coffee shop
- Fireplace
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Cycling
- Billiard tables
- Aerobics
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Children
- Cots
- Children's buffet
- Children's pool
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Leisure/ TV room
- Beauty treatment
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Recommended for:
Spice TourExplore the hotel's lush garden with a knowledgeable guide while discovering herbs and spices used in local cooking.
Henna PaintingAdorn your hands and feet with intricate henna designs created by a skilled artist available on-site.
Swahili Cooking ClassLearn how to prepare traditional Swahili dishes from a local chef in the hotel's outdoor kitchen.
Sunset Dhow CruiseBoard a traditional wooden dhow boat for a serene sunset cruise along the coast of Zanzibar.
African Drumming ClassLearn to play the djembe and other traditional African drums in a lively and engaging lesson led by an experienced instructor.
Yoga and MeditationStart your morning with a calming yoga session and guided meditation in the hotel's peaceful courtyard.
- Beach Barbecue
- Spice Mixology
- Silk Screening Workshop
- Wildlife Photography Safari
- Artisanal Weaving Experience
- Farm-to-Table Experience
- Spiritual Healing Session
- Arabic Language Lesson
Location
* Situated in the historic Stone Town, the hotel neighbors the House of Wonders, Old Fort, and Forodhani Gardens. * The area boasts flourishing markets, such as Darajani and Malindi, along with the Old Dispensary and Palace Museum. * Ideal for culture enthusiasts, Stone Town offers the Zanzibar Coffee House, Emerson on Hurumzi, and the Old Dhow Harbour.
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