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Hostels in Stone Town, Tanzania

5 hostels in Stone Town. Prices start from $8 for a dorm bed.Sorted by quality, not payments.

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Family-Friendly HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…We have 24 hour security Complimentary lockers for your valuables Multiple well maintained hygienic showers No hidden charges – what we advertise is what we charge Stone

from $9.00
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"Shoki Shoki Hostel is the new place on the map of Stone Town. It has been open in June 2022 in the very centre of this beautiful town. The building has 3 floor and contains 5 different standard

from $6.67
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Kenyatta Road

from $3.43
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Adventure HostelsBeach Lovers RetreatYouth Hostel

Block 597

from $16.15
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Shangani Street After Mazsons Hotel House 121

from $23.40

Hotels in Stone Town

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Maru Maru Hotel

Free Breakfast
Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly HostelOlder travelers (+50)Party HostelQuiet RestSolo Traveller

"…• Only hotel that is superbly located in the confluence of Indian ocean with a 360º view across the roofs of stone town to the attractions like house of wonders, Old fort & Forodhani garden and

from $68.17
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"About the property Discover Zanzibar Beach Resort where friendship begins. True hospitality has always been the fabric of the Resort. Situated on the south-west coast of Zanzibar, contiguous to the

from $69.00
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Adventure HostelsBeach Lovers RetreatDigital NomadsFamily-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"…It is 12.3 Km (approximately 20 Minutes drive) from the Kisauni International Airport and from Stone town it s about 7 Km which is approximately 13 Minutes drive (with no traffic). The Hotel

from $80.20

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Where to stay in Stone Town on a budget

Looking for budget stays in Stone Town? This section is designed to save you time, money, and unnecessary stress. We've got insider tips to help you find affordable hostels and the cheapest places to stay in Stone Town.

Guess what? Stone Town is also named Zanzibar City - It is the same destination. Goodbye confusion.
Where to stay in Stone Town on a budget

Stone Town, Tanzania, is the old part of Zanzibar City on the semi-autonomous island of Zanzibar, and is hugely popular with tourists and travelers of every type. It is accessible by several daily ferries from Dar Es Salaam; the crossing takes about two hours.

The tiny alleys of Stone Town make for an intriguing wander; initially, travelers will get lost almost immediately. It's a maze of narrow streets, but heading toward the ocean will eventually get you reoriented. Watch out for motorbikes, though; the streets -- too narrow for cars -- are filled with motorbikes and cycles.

Stone Town has so much of interest to see -- it's mostly architectural, with a huge range of styles represented, which makes Stone Town a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stone Town has been an immensely important port since the eighth century, and became a center of trade for spices and slaves during the nineteenth century. The architecture reflects the diversity of the people who traded here with examples of the original Swahili settlers and the Arab, Persian, Indian, and European traders who came here.

Stone Town's houses are characterized by ornately carved doorways, verandas with carved wooden balustrades, and long stone benches on the outside walls. Most of the major historical buildings can be found on the seafront with many former palaces, churches, mosques, and municipal buildings -- all made largely with coral stone, which gives the town its name. Among the most well-known and striking buildings are the Beit-Al-Ajaib (House of Wonders), The Old Fort, The Old Dispensary, and the Palace Museum. All of these are found on the seafront. Dotted around town are many small old mosques and churches.

As befitting a destination so popular with international tourists and travelers, Stone Town is loaded with accommodation choices. Most of the upmarket hotels are located in some of the oldest and most beautiful old houses in Stone Town. Budget travelers are well served by a small number of hostels in Stone Town, Tanzania. It helps to have detailed directions to get to these as the streets are difficult to navigate. Stone Town, Tanzania hostels all have dorm accommodation and are great sources of information for onward travel around the island of Zanzibar. There are a number of destinations around the island on the coast that also have hostel accommodation and recommendations are easily had in Stone Town, Tanzania hostels.

Zanzibar is an essential destination for travelers to Tanzania and you might find yourself extending you stay as you get caught up in the Stone Town atmosphere.

Written by Travel Expert Stone Town

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Affordable Hostel Prices in Stone Town

Wondering about hostel prices in Stone Town? Here's everything you need to know.

Prices for hostels in Stone Town start at just $18 per night. Shoki Shoki Hostel is currently the most affordable hostel to stay in Stone Town.

On average, hostels in Stone Town cost around $31 for a dorm bed per night and $47 for a private room per night. Whether you're a student, a backpacker, or searching for budget-friendly private accommodations, Stone Town offers diverse options to suit every budget.

Hostel Price Statistics & Key Numbers in Stone Town

Total number of hostels 5
Typical dorm bed prices in Stone Town $31
Private room costs in Stone Town $47
Cheapest hostel in Stone TownShoki Shoki Hostel for only $18
Popular Party Hostel in Stone TownLost & Found Zanzibar
(1 hostels for partying in total)

For students and budget-conscious travelers, Stone Town hostels provide great value. Many hostels include free breakfast, shared kitchens, and social spaces perfect for meeting other travelers — everything you need for a fun and easy stay.

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