Zanzibar
Tanzania · Price calendar
Dorm beds in Zanzibar, Tanzania range from $10 to $21/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 6 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Jul 4, Jul 5, Jul 6.
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Hostel prices in Zanzibar, Tanzania
A typical dorm night in Zanzibar runs about $10.
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Local knowledge for Zanzibar
Where to stay
Stone Town on the west coast is where most budget accommodation clusters, along streets like Hurumzi and in the lanes around Darajani Market. For beach access without a long commute, Nungwi in the north has a growing spread of budget guesthouses within walking distance of the water.
Getting around
- Eat at Forodhani Gardens night market on the Stone Town waterfront. Prices are posted on boards and a full plate of grilled seafood costs a fraction of what nearby restaurants charge for the same fish.
- Daladalas (shared minibuses) depart from Darajani bus station to most parts of the island for a few hundred shillings. Taxis waiting at the same spot charge 10 to 20 times more for the identical route.
- The east coast beaches at Paje and Bwejuu look close on a map but the road is slow. Budget at least an hour from Stone Town and ask your hostel about shared transfers, which are almost always cheaper than a solo taxi hire.
When to go
Beds are cheapest during the long rains from March through May. Hostels in Stone Town and along the north coast fill fastest in July and August and again from late December through early January, when prices climb sharply.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Zanzibar cost per night?
Dorm beds in Zanzibar currently range from $10 to $21/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Zanzibar?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Zanzibar are July 4, July 5, July 6.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Zanzibar?
HostelHawk currently tracks 6 hostels in Zanzibar, Tanzania.
Where do backpackers stay in Zanzibar?
Stone Town on the west coast is where most budget accommodation clusters, along streets like Hurumzi and in the lanes around Darajani Market. For beach access without a long commute, Nungwi in the north has a growing spread of budget guesthouses within walking distance of the water.
What is the best time of year to visit Zanzibar?
Beds are cheapest during the long rains from March through May. Hostels in Stone Town and along the north coast fill fastest in July and August and again from late December through early January, when prices climb sharply.