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BW Plus Zanzibar

4.0 star property
Stone Town hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Rooftop terrace
Hallway
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Front of property
Outdoor dining

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Room service
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
Feel at home
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Bidet
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Kinu Cha Taa, Malindi, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region

What's nearby

  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Old Fort - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Shangani Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Slave Market - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 19 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Cape Town Fish Market - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Passing Show Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Meeting Point Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬10 min walk

About this property

BW Plus Zanzibar

Take in the views from the rooftop terrace when you stay at BW Plus Zanzibar. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Other features include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Swahili

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 26 rooms
  • Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free secured, covered onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking limited

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Alarm clock
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night
  • Administrative fee: USD 5 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 25 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 60 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 60 (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from April 4 2024 to January 31 2025 (dates subject to change).

Children & extra beds

  • Airport shuttle service for children costs USD 25 (one-way)

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Property Registration Number NR. A.338.2019

Also known as

Best Western Plus Zanzibar Hotel
Best Western Plus Zanzibar
BW Plus Zanzibar Hotel
Best Western Plus Zanzibar
BW Plus Zanzibar Zanzibar Town
BW Plus Zanzibar Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Is BW Plus Zanzibar currently open?
This property is closed from April 4 2024 to January 31 2025 (dates subject to change).
Are pets allowed at BW Plus Zanzibar?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at BW Plus Zanzibar?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
Is airport shuttle service offered by BW Plus Zanzibar?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 25 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at BW Plus Zanzibar?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge of USD 60 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 60 (subject to availability).
What is there to do at BW Plus Zanzibar and nearby?
BW Plus Zanzibar has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near BW Plus Zanzibar?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around BW Plus Zanzibar like?
BW Plus Zanzibar is in Stone Town, a short 5-minute walk from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and 7 minutes' walk from House of Wonders.

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

If you need to grab the ferry this is the best place
Eric, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great and friendly staff, good location and very nice rooms.
Abraham, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Staff are dirty and unprofessional. The first day I had breakfast, the lady serving me was wearing a very dirty trouser, she was not hygienic at all. The sheets on the bed had a big hole which was shocking. I’m a big coffee drinker, when I travel I move around with my coffee and I love making coffee in my room. I was shocked to see the kettle in my room, how dirty it was.
Said, 2-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
For a short stay, rest location, comfy bed, good AC.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We only needed to stay for one night and this was prefect, clean rooms, good facilities and helpful staff.
Hitesh, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

It is an average place ..... nothing very great
ravi, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

I travel to zanzibar for business frequently and it’s always had to find places to stay when it’s high season. I have stayed at this property over a year ago a couple of times and was never happy with the stayed at this hotel months ago and was never happy. I thought after a year I will give them another chance but it’s the same. Disappointing really.
Said, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

I really would love to write a good review, however would not be fair if I didnt be honest... Building exterior is beautiful, modern yet nice touches of authentic Zanzibar architecture. Location is good, right across the Ferry Docks. We were told it is a 4 minute walk from Ferry. Pulled our bags and started to walk...there was absolutely no visible sign from the road on the property, its hidden from the main road, and when we asked the locals, nobody seemed to know about it. We walked in the scorching heat lugging our bags for at least half an hour if not more. Finally flagged down a tuk tuk to take us there.we had apparently passed it and were almost in the centre of the Darajani Market by then. The taxis and tuk tuks all had difficulty finding the place. Next to it was Golden Tulip which had proper signs, perfectly paved entrance and visible from the road...too bad, started off with negative vibes! Also two out of three days we were there, the elevator was out of service with no sign of any repairs to it. We are seniors and doing the stairs was not easy, and unacceptable for so long. Staff was nice, breakfast was not bad. Rooms were super small. Ours had no view, just a building like two feet away... Also the little road leading to the hotel is horrible, many bajaj drivers refused to come to the entrance..could easily be fixed/maintained by the Property. Would i go back to this hotel? Probably not...
Shabbir, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Nothing special
Jean Baptiste, 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Janesh, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

The rooms are clean but really small. Bathroom was clean and nice hot water. We got a queen bed room and the room is basically the size of the queen bed 2ft on each side of the bed. The only way we could open a full size suitcase was to put it on the bed. Location is good. Its like a 2 minute walk to the Zanzibar ferry station. Breakfast is excellent. Fresh fruit juices, freshly made eggs.
Sakina, 2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We really enjoyed our stay here. Staff very courteous and accommodating, rooms nice and clean. It’s conveniently located, right in the heart of the city where everything is easily accessible either by walk or by cab. Will definitely return when back in Zanzibar.
ABDULHAMEED, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

lars, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Christopher B, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

From check in until check out the staff we're extremely friendly and helpful. They also provided excellent recommendations for shopping, dining, and activities as well. The internet was strong and fast which allowed me to continue to work while on vacation. Highly recommended!
Hendrik, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Shelley, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

mulugeta, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

DNT, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

In our opinion, not even close to the Best Western standard, we got to know from other country. Far below expectations. Even having to struggle during 1 week for reasonable Internet connections, moving around between rooftop terrace and reception area to find reasonable connection. Breakfast surprisingly poor.
Lothar, 7-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Did not get a perfect score because the area around the property was a bit undeseriable
MELINA, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

bugs
Jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

xxx
Martha, 5-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The breakfast experience was quite nice, the waterfall wall makes the entrance smell damp. I booked the best room they had. It was fine. The hot water in the shower was mediocre but the rainwater shower head was nice. Overall. I would return.
Kenovia, 2-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

À désastre
hayat, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

the staff was very helpful
Angela, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review