27 Cafe Zanzibar Airport Hotel

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8.1Very good · 1,116

Airport Road, Zanzibar City · Map ·

“Way better than we expected. Clean, fresh, comfortable. Quality bed sheets. Close to the airport. Easy and reliable shuttle ($5 per...” · 10.0, Thu 3 Sep

Very close to the airport / great for early/late flightsGuests say so in their reviews.

Friendly, helpful staffGuests say so in their reviews.

24/7 restaurant and early breakfast availabilityGuests say so in their reviews.

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Amenities

WiFi availableFree WiFi FreeParking {'selfParking': True, 'free': Free Parking {'selfParking': True, 'free': Non-smoking roomsAir conditioning24-hour front deskRestaurant

Location 8.6Very good location

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What guests say

8.1

Very good
1,116 verified reviews

Cleanliness7.9

Service8.6

Location8.6

Room Quality7.8

Amenities8.0

Value for Money8.0

Food and Beverage7.6

Overall Experience8.3

In short. Generally reported as clean in multiple reviews (e.g. 'hébergement propre', 'bardzo czysto', 'clean and perfect'), but occasional issues noted: one review mentioned a chemical smell and another a slightly musty room.

Erika Kitti, United Kingdom · Family8.0

Thu 15 Oct A convenient hotel close to the airport, ideal for a short stay before an early morning flight. + We stayed at the hotel from 7 PM until 3 AM. We had just returned from a two-day safari and had an early flight home the following morning. The hotel was a very practical choice for our short stay, especially because of its proximity to the airport. The...

David, United Kingdom · Solo9.0

Thu 15 Oct + Afordable. Very good for 1st night off the aeroplane and therfore last night before geting on it again! Easy walking distance from the airport. Pleasant atmosphere. Large TV and 2 small ones in bar restaurant if that's your thing. If not it's still a nice... − Easy to walk past without seeing. Everyone pleasant but not eager to serve. (An Africa thing)

Fateeqah, South Africa · Family8.0

Fri 9 Oct Great to rest, freshen up, and have breakfast before starting your journey. + We were welcomed by Felix who was warm and inviting. He helped us. Offered to have the chef make something at 2 in the morning. Offered us drinks out of a closed bar. Fantastic.

Tiyane, South Africa · Solo10.0

Wed 7 Oct + Close to the airport incase of emergency delay or flight cancelations − N/A

Timtim, Nigeria · Solo1.0

Thu 17 Sep + Nothing...absolutely nothing − The food Breakfast is the same everyday.... Customer service was pooor

Nadia, MU · Solo7.0

Wed 16 Sep + Perfect for 1am arrival close to airport − Good location and assisted even 1am

Gathara, Tanzania · Solo8.0

Tue 15 Sep Great value for money + Very close to the airport which was important to me for a 4.40am flight. It is no frills, clean and has the essential amenities like a fan and AC. The staff were great - very friendly and helpful - the laundry service was great, they arranged the airport... − No TV in the room and the mattress was stiff for me. I did not get receipts which I need for tax purposes - they said I would get it from Booking.com though I paid at the hotel.

Naomi McQuillan, United Kingdom · Couple8.0

Sat 5 Sep Ideal for late arrivals or early departures + Perfect for late arrivals or early departures. We checked in at 3am after a 13 hour flight. Staff couldn’t be more helpful & friendly. Room was clean & spacious − One plug didn’t work, but not a major issue I charged the phone at a different socket

Kevin, FR · Solo10.0

Thu 3 Sep + Way better than we expected. Clean, fresh, comfortable. Quality bed sheets. Close to the airport. Easy and reliable shuttle ($5 per person). Nice bar (with alcohol) and cute patio.

Dalong, United States · Solo9.0

Wed 19 Aug + close to airport. they are very flexible. I had the early check out and got my free hot and healthy breakfast at 5am

Questions

What time is check-in?From 12:00 PM to 10:00 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

Convenient Location in Zanzibar City

Located just 3.4 km from Food market, Coastal Zanzibar Airport Hotel offers comfortable air-conditioned rooms for a relaxing stay.

On-Site Dining and Entertainment

Indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant and unwind at the lively café. Our 24-hour bar ensures you can enjoy a drink anytime.

Travel Services and Amenities

Benefit from free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel's Travel Information Office can assist with safari bookings and flight arrangements, while also providing car hire services.

Book your stay at Coastal Zanzibar Airport Hotel for a memorable experience!

Good to know

Check inFrom 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Check outBefore 11:00 AM

Children and cotsWelcome

PetsNot allowed

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

Managed byNot Available

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Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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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