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Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel

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10.0Excellent · 153

Mkunazini Street, Zanzibar City · Map ·

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Children0 to 17, priced by age0
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2 room types free · prices for 1 night, 1 room, 2 adults, our fee included.

Deluxe King Room
1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) 15 m² Sleeps 2 + 1 child Courtyard View
Air conditioning · Safety deposit box · Telephone · All 20 room features ▾

This double room is air-conditioned and features a private bathroom, a private entrance and an inner courtyard view. The unit offers 1 bed.

  • Safety deposit box
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Private bathroom
  • Private entrance
  • Electric kettle
  • Mosquito net
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Linen
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
Breakfast Included · no refund if cancelled
No refund if cancelled Booked at once Price for 2 adults
TWD 3,008.00 total, 1 night At the hotel: City tax 4.00 USD

Breakfast Included · Deluxe King Room

Cancellation

1No refund if cancelled
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What is included

  • Breakfast Included
  • Taxes and our fee

How you pay

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The price

Total 94.00 USD for 1 night, 2 adults. Paid at the hotel at check-in: City tax 4.00 USD.

Deluxe Double Room
1 King bed 18 m² Sleeps 2 + 1 child Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning · Bathrobe · Private bathroom · All 20 room features ▾

1 King Bed 194 sq feet Internet - Free WiFi 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices) Food & Drink - Electric kettle, free bottled water, and free tea bags/instant coffee Sleep - Premium bedding, a pillow menu, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and towels Practical - Wardrobe or closet; cribs (surcharge) available on request Comfort - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and air conditioning Accessibility - Doorbell and phone notification Need to Know - No rollaway/extra beds available Non-Smoking

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Bottle of water
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Premium bedding
  • Free WiFi
  • Pillow menu
  • No rollaway/extra beds
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Doorbell/telephone notification
  • Location - ground floor
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bed sheets (on request)
Breakfast Included · no refund if cancelled
No refund if cancelled Booked at once Price for 2 adults
TWD 3,136.00 total, 1 night Nothing more at the hotel

Breakfast Included · Deluxe Double Room

Cancellation

1No refund if cancelled
The price is lower for it

What is included

  • Breakfast Included
  • Taxes and our fee

How you pay

Pay Elite Trip now · Booked at once

The price

Total 98.00 USD for 1 night, 2 adults.

Superior Double Room
1 King bed22 m²

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Superior King Room
1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)15 m²

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Deluxe Family Room
1 Twin bed, 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)25 m²

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Standard King Room
1 Double bed15 m²

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Standard Double Room
1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)15 m²

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Amenities

WiFi availableFree WiFi FreeNon-smoking roomsAir conditioning24-hour front deskRestaurantTerraceFamily rooms

Location 10.0Excellent location

Mkunazini Street, Zanzibar City · · Open in Google Maps

What guests say

10.0
Excellent
153 verified reviews
Cleanliness10.0
Service10.0
Location10.0
Room Quality10.0
Amenities10.0
Value for Money10.0
Food and Beverage10.0
Overall Experience10.0
In short. Some reviews mentioned cleanliness issues such as poorly renovated rooms.
Kihenga, DE · Solo10.0
Sat 29 Aug + Very good location within the Stone Town and close to sights and restaurants. Very friendly staff, beautiful rooms and hotel
Malika, Tanzania · Solo8.0
Mon 24 Aug + Overall good
Monalisa, South Africa · Solo8.0
Tue 11 Aug + The staff was very friendly and helpful. Special shout-out to Cecelia, Gertrude, you are stars. Our room was very big. I'm
Natura Elia, TN · Solo10.0
Sun 2 Aug + ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I had a wonderful stay at Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel. The hotel is clean, peaceful, and located in a perfect area close to many attractions in Stone Town. The rooms were comfortable, and the overall atmosphere was warm and relaxing. The staff were... − The rooms were comfortable, but I could sometimes hear noise from outside. Better soundproofing would make the stay even more relaxing.
Natura Elia , Tanzania · Solo10.0
Sun 19 Jul + I had a great stay at this hotel. The service was excellent, and everyone was very friendly. Special thanks to the manager, Abdul, for his professionalism and leadership. I also appreciate the reception staff, Elia and Hamza, for their warm welcome and... − The only suggestion I have is to add a backup generator for emergencies so guests can continue enjoying a comfortable stay during power outages. Other than that, everything was excellent.
Natura Elia , Tanzania · Solo10.0
Thu 16 Jul + The room was very clean and nice for us, and the staff were ready to help. We will definitely return to the Emerald Palm Courtyard Hotel. − They need to increase the breakfast options.
Syed Fahad, Malaysia · Solo5.0
Mon 18 May Good Stay + Location is super Great. Middle if Stone Town, next to the Fort and Near to Famous The Forodhani. Staying here feels like living in old time and enjoy the local culture like a local. Very safe and convinient to go around and enjoy the food, sunset and... − Need a Good Renovation of the Hotel. the Staircase is really needing an immediate attention.
Stella, United Kingdom · Solo10.0
Fri 17 Apr − nothing
Richard Andrew, CY · Couple8.0
Wed 11 Feb Staff couldn’t do enough, very, very helpful and close to everything we wanted to see! + Good location but if you want to get directions then search for Zanzibar house, recenter change of nem! − Nothing really, a 3 pin plug location but provided a 2 pin hairdryer!
Corinne, China · Couple7.0
Sun 25 Jan Lovely stay with friendly staff in a good location + The hotel is in a 150 year old building, giving it true Stonetown character. Lovely interiors in the bedrooms, with complimentary dates and tea. Good breakfast served fresh to order in the courtyard outside. Hotel is within walking distance to key areas... − Given the building is old, there are small cracks/gaps around the windows which would allow insects/mosquitos in if you do not spray the room well (there is not mosquito mesh covering these)

Questions

What time is check-in?From 02:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Can my child stay?Children welcome
Are pets allowed?No
Is there parking?{'selfParking': False, 'free': False, 'chargeMode': None, 'feeAmount': None, 'feePeriod': None, 'location': None, 'reser

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About the hotel

Charming Accommodation in Zanzibar City

Convenient Location : Located just 600 meters from Stone Town Beach, Zanzi House offers easy access to popular attractions like Old Dispensary and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral.

Comfortable Stay : The air-conditioned rooms at this 3-star hotel are equipped with modern amenities including a kettle, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing stay for guests.

Great Facilities : With a 24-hour front desk, tour desk, and a terrace, Zanzi House provides convenience and assistance to make your stay in Zanzibar City memorable.

Book your stay at Zanzi House now for a delightful experience in Zanzibar City!

Good to know

Check inFrom 02:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check outBefore 12:00 PM
Children and cotsWelcome
PetsNot allowed
Resort fee{'amount': None, 'currency': None, 'period': None}
Managed byNot Available

Before you go

From the hotel

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
    afyamsafiri.moh.go.tz
    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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The room, 1 night, 2 adultsTWD 3,008.00
Taxes the hotel includes and our feeInside
At the hotel, at check-inCity tax 4.00 USD

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