Golden Tulip Stone Town Boutique Hotel Zanzibar, Zanzibar - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Malindi Road P. O. Box 271, Zanzibar, Tanzania

Golden Tulip Stone Town Boutique, a 4-star establishment in Stone Town's historic district, features a rooftop restaurant with panoramic harbor views and a 12-meter rectangular swimming pool.

Modern Comfort Rooms

Superior rooms and two-bedroom suites at Golden Tulip combine modern design with high-quality bedding, featuring private en-suite bathrooms with complimentary toiletries and garden views.

Diverse Dining Options

The Curry House rooftop specialty restaurant serves local, western, and international cuisine with seasonal influences. Ali Baba's Lounge offers coffee, mocktails, and pizzas with local flavors.

Business Meeting Facilities

The Golden Tulip Stonetown Boutique provides two conference halls accommodating up to 300 persons, plus a fitness center and dedicated tour desk for arranging local excursions.

Central Historic Location

Located 6 miles from Kisauni, the hotel offers proximity to Darajani Market, Forodhani Park, and the Old Fort of Zanzibar, all within 0.5 miles.

“The hotel's proximity to the ferry terminal and central Stone Town makes it a perfect base for sightseeing and exploring local attractions.”view full review

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“An amazing hotel with delightful rooftop views and dining!” view full review

Top location:Highly rated by recent guests(9.0)

Check-in/Check-out

from 13:00-23:59

until 11 am

Amenities

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs US$10 per person per day.

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets are not allowed.

Number of floors:4

Number of rooms:30

Former name

golden tulip stonetown boutique

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Junior Suite

Max:

2 persons

40 m²

Shower

Air conditioning

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King Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Garden view

Shower

Air conditioning

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Deluxe Double Room

Max:

2 persons

27 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Garden view

Shower

Air conditioning

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Center

Zanzibar700 ft

Airports

Kisauni (ZNZ) 5.2 mi

What our guests says about facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Amazing Cuisine!

I thoroughly enjoyed the rooftop restaurant, especially the Indian food. The presentation and quality were excellent, and I could see all of Stone Town from up there. Every meal was a delight, and it felt like dining in an Indian palace! Highly recommend the chicken wings and other specialties.

Harvey123. USA, 2024-04-07Read full review on

Comfortable Rooms

The deluxe double room was spacious and beautifully furnished with heavy teak furniture. The air-conditioning worked perfectly, making it a comfortable retreat after a long day of sightseeing. I loved the wooden windows that added a touch of elegance to the ambiance.

Richard89. UK, 2024-05-14Read full review on

Refreshing Shower Experience

Despite some maintenance needs in other areas, the bathroom was well maintained with a refreshing shower. The water pressure was great, making all my showers enjoyable. It really felt like a personal spa moment every time I stepped in.

Frederick23. Canada, 2024-06-22Read full review on

Relaxing Pool Area

The pool area was beautifully landscaped, providing a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. I spent several afternoons lounging by the pool, and it was the perfect spot to cool off and unwind. The pool was well-equipped and maintained, really elevating my stay.

Ben456. Australia, 2024-07-30Read full review on

What’s included

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Locker room
Elevator
Currency exchange
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center
Snorkeling
Cycling
Darts

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Car rental
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service
Happy hour

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Children's buffet
Board games
Children's pool
Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Karaoke
Live entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Public Bath
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Malindi Road P. O. Box 271, Zanzibar, Tanzania

Map view

Malindi Road P. O. Box 271, Zanzibar, Tanzania

City landmarks

Benjamin Mkapa Rd

The Peace Memorial Museum

5100 ft

Gallery

Hellen Art Gallery

3100 ft

Nearby

Mizingani Rd

Old Dispensary

1600 ft

Museums

House of Wonders

1600 ft

Museums

Old Fort of Zanzibar

1600 ft

Museums

Sultan's Palace

1600 ft

Historic Site

Stone Town

1600 ft

Hamamni St

Hamamni Persian Baths

1600 ft

Market

Darajani Market

1600 ft

Kenyatta Road

Mercury House

1600 ft

Parks

Forodhani Park

1600 ft

Church

Christ Church Cathedral

1800 ft

Church

Old Slave Market

1600 ft

Kelele Square

1600 ft

Gallery

Hurumzi Henna Art Gallery

1200 ft

Marahubi Palace

1300 ft

Princess Salme Museum at Emerson on Hurumzi

1400 ft

Cathedral St

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral

1600 ft

Gallery

The Beautiful Eyes

1400 ft

Kiponda

1600 ft

Hamamni Street

Cultural Arts Centre Zanzibar

1800 ft

Jamatini Rd

Malindi Mosque

600 ft

Hurumzi St

Shree Shiv Shakti Temple

1200 ft

Zanzibar

Friday Mosque

500 ft

Malindi

500 ft

P.O.Box 1844,Zanzibar Tanzania Stonetown Zanzibar

Imani Zuberi

1300 ft

Hurumzi Street

1600 ft

Church

Christ Church

1900 ft

Vikokotoni

2000 ft

Malindi Rd

Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

400 ft

Restaurants

Mercury's Restaurant

600 ft

Mizingani Road

The Abyssinian's Steak House

400 ft

Mizingani Road

Zenji Cafe

500 ft

Malawi Road

House of Spices

2100 ft

Kiponda street

The Swahili House

1900 ft

Mchambawima Street

Tatu Pub-Restaurant-Bar

1800 ft

Stone Town

Cafe Turquoise

1800 ft

Shangani 91

Coco de Mer

1800 ft

Gizenga Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

72%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

7.2/10

Very good

Rooms

6.7

Location

9.0

Service

6.7

Dining

8.0

Daniel

United Kingdom, February 2025

9.2/10

I had a fantastic stay at this hotel, with exceptional service that made me feel at home. The rooftop restaurant offered stunning views and delicious food, especially the Indian and Chinese dishes. While the lifts and some public areas could use a little updating, the overall experience was very enjoyable. It’s centrally located, allowing easy access to nearby attractions.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were well-maintained, offering a comfortable ambiance with air conditioning and beautifully arranged fresh flowers daily.

Service

10.0

The service was outstanding, with staff who truly cared about my comfort and satisfaction.

Location

10.0

Perfectly positioned in the heart of the town, I was close to everything from major attractions to local food stalls.

Dining

9.0

Dining was a highlight, especially enjoying meals on the rooftop with breathtaking views of the ocean.

Facilities

8.0

The pool area was beautifully landscaped and well-equipped, providing a tranquil space to unwind.

Owen

United Kingdom, December 2024

6.0/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooftop restaurant offers stunning views and the food is excellent, especially their Indian and Chinese dishes. On the downside, the pool area and certain facilities didn't match what I expected from the pictures and my room had issues with air conditioning and water leakage. Despite the amazing staff, my stay was marred by several inconveniences.

Rooms

5.0

I had serious issues with my room; it was wet due to a leaking air conditioner and even after moving, I faced more troubles. Overall, the rooms were not up to my expectations in terms of maintenance.

Service

6.0

Staff was genuinely caring and apologetic about the issues I faced, but the overall management response left much to be desired.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance to many attractions in Stone Town, which is a definite plus.

Dining

9.0

The rooftop restaurant was a highlight with great ambiance and excellent food!

Facilities

5.0

Unfortunately, the pool area and the spa did not meet my expectations based on the promotional materials.

Emily

United Kingdom, September 2024

6.4/10

My stay at the hotel was quite mixed. While I appreciated the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms, I faced significant issues with the service and facilities. The location was perfect, close to the harbor and shops, but some parts of the hotel felt quite neglected, which dampened the overall experience.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, arranged daily with fresh flowers, which was a lovely touch. However, the size was on the smaller side.

Service

5.0

Service was hit or miss. While housekeeping was excellent, the front desk staff was quite rude and unhelpful, which really affected my stay.

Location

9.0

Situated conveniently near the harbor and just a short walk from various shops and amenities, the location was a definite highlight.

Dining

6.0

The rooftop restaurant offered a lovely view and was enjoyable, but service there lagged during breakfast times, which was disappointing.