Retro

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6.9Pleasant · 338

Victoria Street, Vuga Road, Zanzibar City · Map ·

“The place is amazing, near to everything. Good breakfast” · 10.0, Tue 21 Jul

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Amenities

WiFi availableFree WiFi FreeParking {'selfParking': True, 'free': Free Parking {'selfParking': True, 'free': Non-smoking roomsAir conditioningRestaurantFamily rooms

Location 7.7Good location

Victoria Street, Vuga Road, Zanzibar City · · Open in Google Maps

What guests say

6.9

Pleasant
338 verified reviews

Cleanliness4.7

Service7.7

Location7.7

Room Quality5.7

Amenities6.7

Value for Money8.7

Food and Beverage7.7

Overall Experience6.7

In short. Several reviews indicate issues with cleanliness, such as unpleasant smells, dirty pillows, and general neglect.

Musao, United Kingdom · Couple9.0

Thu 8 Oct Perfect location,the caretaker very friendly and professional attitude. my delicious breakfast + The breakfast was fantastic,fresh fruits daily. The location was ideal, walking distance to the beach and to stone town market . We love the garden with plants and flowers that give the peace to relax. will recommand Retro − A small fridge will be appreciated as it is a hot country.

Florence, Kenya · Solo1.0

Thu 27 Aug + Nothing nothing nothing was good. Terrible facility − This a HORRIBLE, HORRIBLE PLACE for human beings to be booked unknowingly. Oh my God I could not even close my eyes fearing if I was safe in that horrible and unkept facility. Please assess the...

Jonathan, AR · Couple10.0

Wed 5 Aug Good place to stay in stone town + Everything is amazing, rooms, breakfast, location and price

Infinity, Kenya · Couple9.0

Sun 2 Aug Loved my stay!! + Breakfast was perfect, David was very helpful and kind to us. Loved the rustic vibe throughout the hotel. Value for your money , also a very quiet place especially the rooftop. − The floor rugs , curtains and sleeping net should be changed or washed more often .

Jonathan, DE · Couple10.0

Tue 21 Jul + The place is amazing, near to everything. Good breakfast

Tazim, United Kingdom8.0

Fri 17 Jul Basic accommodation which suited our needs for one night. + A/c was working. Cheap basic accommodation which suited our purpose. We booked 3 rooms. Bit rundown and needs TLC but was clean. Breakfast was good and was in the next building. No WiFi in main building apart from the restaurant only. Overall ok and would... − Shower room got flooded by the morning as was a leak under the sink. Got fixed when informed.

Rabelani, South Africa · Solo6.0

Tue 30 Jun + Breakfast and friendly staff − Wifi not working in the rooms ,you have to go out to access it

Sphie, ZW · Solo6.0

Wed 24 Jun + The breakfast was awesome. The caretaker David was simply the best . The room was clean. − The bed in room 12 was uncomfortable and there was no hot water. The cold water was just a trickle. I don't know whether it was a pumping issue but water is important because we had a hard time in...

Fiona, Uganda · Solo1.0

Tue 12 May + Basic breakfast. Not really much to write about. Not enough juice given. − There was no WiFi at all. The a/c didn't work. The fan was functioning but didn't cool down the room. There were crawling insects and bedbugs on my bed. I had to sit on the chair and try to catch...

Stella, Kenya · Couple3.0

Wed 6 May Cheap Stonetown Stay + The art on the wall is nice and the chill area on the rooftop. − We had to change rooms because the first room smelled strongly of mold and water musk. It was hard to fall asleep, the second room was not any better, smelled terribly we had to sleep with the...

Questions

What time is check-in?From 02:00 PM

Can my child stay?Children welcome

Are pets allowed?No

Is there parking?{'selfParking': True, 'free': True, 'chargeMode': 'free', 'feeAmount': None, 'feePeriod': None, 'location': None, 'reser

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About the hotel

City Views and Convenient Location

Enjoy stunning views of Zanzibar City at Retro, located just 500 meters from Stone Town Beach.

Comfortable Rooms and Dining Options

Relax in air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and unwind in a garden setting. Indulge in African and international cuisine at the on-site restaurant offering vegetarian and halal options.

Nearby Attractions and Services

Explore Peace Memorial Museum, Hamamni Persian Baths, and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral, all located close to the hotel. Benefit from airport transfers and a bicycle rental service for convenient travel.

Book your stay at Retro now for a memorable experience in Zanzibar City!

Good to know

Check inFrom 02:00 PM

Check outBefore 12:30 PM

Children and cotsWelcome

PetsNot allowed

Resort fee{'amount': None, 'currency': None, 'period': None}

Managed byNot Available

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A deposit may be required at the property.

Bring the passport you book with; the hotel checks it at check-in.

Paid to the government of Tanzania, not to us 5 things travellers pay or do themselves: visa, insurance, taxes, fees. Tap to see.

These are not in your Elite Trip price and we do not sell them. You pay each one to the authority named, on its own site or at the gate. Checked 2026-10-25; rules change, so read the official page before you fly.

Mandatory travel insurance USD 44 per adult, USD 22 per child

Who
Every foreign visitor. Residents of EAC and SADC countries are exempt.

Where
inbound.nicinsurance.co.tz (mainland) or inbound.visitzanzibar.go.tz (Zanzibar) or inbound.visitzanzibar.go.tz

When
Before you arrive. In force from 1 October 2026 (Government Notice 256/2026).
AfyaMsafiri online health declaration Free

Who
Every traveller, one declaration each, including children.

Where
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When
Before you arrive. Mandatory since 17 October 2026. Keep the QR code on your phone for the health desk.
Tanzania e-visa or visa on arrival USD 50 ordinary (single entry), USD 100 multiple entry

Who
Most nationalities. Visa on arrival is available to most passports; US passports must hold the multiple-entry visa.

Where
visa.immigration.go.tz

When
Apply online before you travel, or at the airport on arrival where it is allowed.
Zanzibar infrastructure tax USD 5 to 10 per person per night (official sources differ; the hotel collects it)

Who
Every guest staying in Zanzibar, per person per night.

Where
Collected by your hotel for the Zanzibar Revenue Authority

When
At check-out, on top of the room price, unless the hotel says it is included.
Zanzibar marine conservation fees USD 10 per adult per day, USD 25 for Mnemba

Who
Every adult entering a marine conservation area (Mnemba, Menai Bay, Chumbe and others).

Where
Paid at the site or through the boat operator, for the Zanzibar Ministry of Blue Economy and Fisheries

When
On the day of the trip. Elite Trip does not include it in a tour price unless the tour says so.

Elite Trip is not a government agency and does not issue visas, insurance or permits.

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