ZH Backpackers

Guesthouse in Zanzibar Town

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In the heart of Stone Town, ZH Backpackers offers a cozy retreat. Connect to WiFi in public areas and start your day with a hearty breakfast, then take advantage of communal kitchens and microwaves for easy meal prep.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (3)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Lockers available

Room options

Double Room | Bathroom | Shower, towels, soap, shampoo
Double Room
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils
Double Room | Bathroom | Shower, towels, soap, shampoo

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Single Room | Bathroom | Shower, towels, soap, shampoo
Single Room
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils
Single Room | Bathroom | Shower, towels, soap, shampoo

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Kiponda St, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region

What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Forodhani Park - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪House of Karafuu - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Secret Garden - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬9 min walk

About this property

ZH Backpackers

Enjoy your visit to Zanzibar Town with a stay at ZH Backpackers.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 4 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests must contact the property for check-in information
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM

Facilities

  • Lockers available

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Fan

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts cash.

Frequently asked questions

Does ZH Backpackers offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, ZH Backpackers does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at ZH Backpackers?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at ZH Backpackers?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at ZH Backpackers.

What are the check-in and check-out times at ZH Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What's the area around ZH Backpackers like?

ZH Backpackers is a short 4-minute walk from House of Wonders and 6 minutes' walk from Slave Market.

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