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A room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a window with curtains.

A hallway with a chandelier, curtains, and a canopy.

A room with a large window, a wooden cabinet, a table with chairs, and a hanging canopy.

A traditional courtyard with ornate wooden lattice railings and hanging plants.

1. Emerson Spice Hotel

Stone Town, 0.5 km from Mbweni Ruins

Julie

₹9,974

₹12,281 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A corridor with wooden balustrades, potted plants, and a staircase with a wooden handrail.

A wooden balcony with vertical slats, a potted plant, and a white wall.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a wooden cabinet, and a stone floor.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and potted plants.

2. Zanzibar Coffee House

Stone Town, 0.6 km from Mbweni Ruins

Iris

₹9,389

₹10,797 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a modern bathroom.

A beach scene with a couple walking hand in hand, boats in the water, and people in the background.

A bar area with a rustic wooden bar counter, a large mirror above the counter, and a variety of bottles and glasses on the shelves.

A hallway with a large arched doorway, two upholstered chairs, a round table, and three large woven vases.

3. The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

Stone Town, < 0.1 km from Mbweni Ruins

Danise

₹31,088

₹36,863 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A woman sitting by a pool with a large planter and lush greenery in the background.

A room with a bed under a canopy, a small table, and a wooden cabinet.

A traditional building with ornate balconies and a palm tree.

A traditional building with multiple balconies, a courtyard with potted plants, and a palm tree.

4. Kholle House

Stone Town, 0.9 km from Mbweni Ruins

catherine

₹7,387

₹14,312 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

An infinity pool with a clear view of the ocean at sunset.

A buffet with various desserts and fruits, a person in the background, and a view of the sea through large windows.

An interior with high ceilings, arched doorways, and hanging chandeliers.

A seaside patio with outdoor seating and a view of the sea.

5. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Mbweni Ruins

Natasha

₹33,487

₹39,657 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a blue wall.

A narrow street with a boutique hotel named Shaba Boutique Hotel. There are wooden chairs and tables outside the hotel, and a potted plant is visible.

A staircase with wooden railings, a potted plant, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A breakfast buffet with various pastries, bread, and condiments.

6. Shaba Boutique Hotel

Stone Town, 0.6 km from Mbweni Ruins

Melanie

₹8,131

₹10,306 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A beach with sun loungers and a restaurant with outdoor seating.

A buffet with various fruits and sliced meats.

A white building with multiple windows and doors, featuring wooden shutters and balconies.

A room with ornate furniture, a large window with colorful stained glass, and a view of the sea.

7. Tembo B&B Apartments

Stone Town, 0.1 km from Mbweni Ruins

Ramzi

₹5,904

₹7,745 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A rooftop terrace with white furniture and a view of a historic church and sunset over the sea.

A beach with clear turquoise waters, boats, and a white sandy shore.

A pool area with a view of the sea, a lifeguard chair, and a no diving sign.

A buffet setup with various food stations, including trays of hot dogs, salads, and other dishes.

8. Maru Maru Hotel

Stone Town, 0.3 km from Mbweni Ruins

MOMO

₹7,449

₹10,212 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A traditional Moroccan setting with patterned cushions, wooden furniture, and metal trays, overlooking a coastal view with boats.

A cozy room with wooden furniture, a ceiling fan, and a traditional rug.

A room with a checkered floor, antique furniture, a canopy bed, and a view of the outside.

A checkered floor, a wooden chair, a table with a vase of flowers, and a lamp.

9. Emerson on Hurumzi

Stone Town, 0.5 km from Mbweni Ruins

Victoria

₹19,527

₹23,221 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A staircase leading to a shop with a sign reading "Karibuni".

A room with a bed, a wooden nightstand, and a tray with two glasses of red drink.

A narrow corridor with a wooden door, a white wall, and a metal gate.

A courtyard with potted plants, a wooden staircase, and a sign above the entrance.

10. Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

Stone Town, 0.1 km from Mbweni Ruins

Phillip

₹4,908

₹9,231 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a mirror, a shelf with a clock, and a ceiling with exposed beams.

A modern outdoor seating area with a white bench and a potted plant.

A kitchen with a coffee maker, two bottles, a microwave, and various kitchenware on a wooden table.

A wooden ladder shelf unit in a room with tiled flooring, a patterned ceiling, and a wooden door.

11. Hanaia House

Stone Town, 0.5 km from Mbweni Ruins

Abdulmunim

₹5,609

₹6,450 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

A modern restaurant with teal chairs and wooden tables, a central counter with a TV, and patterned columns.

A room with a balcony, a bed, and curtains.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a clock, and a framed photo on the wall.

12. Elephantohotel

Stone Town, 0.5 km from Mbweni Ruins

duane

₹10,589

₹13,046 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

13. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Stone Town, 0.6 km from Mbweni Ruins

Grazyna

₹8,954

₹11,252 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden boat filled with food and drinks, surrounded by white walls and wooden railings.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a view of the sea, and a sunset in the background.

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, a wooden wardrobe, and a small table with a chair.

A modern hotel dining area with a central island, multiple seating arrangements, and a kitchen in the background.

14. Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Mbweni Ruins

Gianfranco

₹13,794

₹16,818 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A wooden deck with a hammock, chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A pool area with a view of the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows with ocean views, and traditional wooden lattice window frames.

A beach with a wooden boat and a lounge chair with a cushion.

15. Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Mbweni Ruins

Gita

₹34,476

₹40,603 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A traditional building with a balcony, wooden lattice railings, and white curtains.

A spacious interior with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a central open area with a view to the upper level.

A dimly lit room with a bathtub, candles, and decorative lanterns.

A spacious hallway with a wooden ceiling, potted plants, a red sofa, and a wooden door at the end.

16. Jafferji House

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Mbweni Ruins

EMMANUEL

₹12,384

₹14,242 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A dining table with seafood, a glass of orange juice, and a pool in the background.

A white building with multiple balconies and arched windows.

A room with a checkered floor, a bed with white and blue bedding, a canopy bed, and a view of the sea.

A buffet with waffles and various fruits and pastries.

17. Dhow Palace Hotel

Stone Town, < 0.1 km from Mbweni Ruins

Joseph

₹7,124

₹9,148 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A bathtub with a tiled mosaic floor, candles, and bottles of water.

A building with a traditional architectural style, featuring ornate balconies and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A bathroom with a bathtub, toiletries, and towels.

A room with a bed under a canopy, a wooden chair with red cushions, and a painting on the wall.

18. Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Stone Town, 0.6 km from Mbweni Ruins

Cherine

₹12,591

₹15,435 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A courtyard with a wooden pergola, seating area, and potted plants.

A narrow alleyway with buildings on either side, featuring wooden doors and a tiled floor.

A dining area with rustic wooden tables and chairs, white walls, and artwork.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

19. Sharazad Wonders Boutique

Stone Town, 0.2 km from Mbweni Ruins

Arjun

₹17,029

₹20,569 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a building with multiple balconies and arched windows.

A large hotel with a swimming pool, multiple floors, and a courtyard.

A balcony with a view of the sea, a wooden table, and a window with shutters.

A balcony with a view of the sea, boats, and a beach.

20. Tembo House Hotel

Stone Town, 0.1 km from Mbweni Ruins

Susannah

₹11,151

₹13,780 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Mbweni Ruins

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Emerson Spice Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 125 reviews	View
Zanzibar Coffee House	9.6 Exceptional 111 reviews	View
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town	9.6 Exceptional 45 reviews	View
Kholle House	9.4 Exceptional 79 reviews	View
Park Hyatt Zanzibar	9.4 Exceptional 285 reviews	View

Top Mbweni Ruins Hotel Reviews

Emerson Spice Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Russell and the Emerson Soice team made us feel welcome from start to finish. A fabulous building with lots of history and in a great location in Stonetown. The rooms were all very individually themed and the bed was very comfortable. The fans and ac were welcomed for the warmer nights. The hotel private a great breakfast of fresh fruit, juice, eggs, pastries tea and coffee on the roof top tea house restaurant. Great views of Stonetown ! The Secret Garden restaurant served some lovely fresh dishes and drinks and there is live local music a couple of nights a week. Overall I’d highly recommend the Emerson Spice Hotel and thanks for a great stay (and thanks for the late checkout too)"

Tembo House Hotel

8/10 Good

"friendly staff. nice ocean view"

Dhow Palace Hotel

8/10 Good

"Personnel bienveillant, dommage qu’il y ait beaucoup de travaux aux alentours… Très bon emplacement"

Spice Palace Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Now there are hotels for staying only, convenient location, etc., but this one excels in the long-forgotten personal touch and the joy of hosting and servitude. I have experienced greater care, postcard messages, and cookies to wish you good night. It is also in the best location in Stone Town, where you can access all the highlights of the place within 10 to 20 minutes. Beautifully decorated and a great place to stay."

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The Mizangani Seafront Hotel was an amazing, atmospheric bit of old Zanzibar looking out on the Stone Town harbor, and across from the Dar es Salaam ferry landing. They served a wonderful breakfast on the veranda. The reception and breakfast staff were very helpful and gave us a warm welcome. Our room was spacious and filled with beautiful Zanzibari details."

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

8/10 Good

"Rooms were clean but had misty smell and little small rooms"

ZAURA ZANZIBAR

10/10 Excellent

"Eccellent staff and very clean rooms!"

Tembo Palace Hotel

8/10 Good

"Hotel très bien situé, très propre, bien équipé (lclim, ventilateurs groupe électrogène pour les coupures..) avec énormément de piscine (4) en bord de mer... Le personnel est très agréable.. Seul petit bémol, le restaurant qui n'est pas au niveau de l'hôtel."

Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

10/10 Excellent

"Nice location with only steps to the water front, restaurants, boats to prison island and the Freddie Mercury museum. Breakfast was lovely and staff super friendly and helpful."

Other attractions near Mbweni Ruins

A calm sea at sunset with several boats and a large ship in the distance.

Shangani Beach

8.4/10 (171 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Shangani Beach during your travels in Zanzibar Town? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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An amphitheater surrounded by historic buildings and palm trees.

Old Fort

8.2/10 (437 reviews)

Browse the stalls of the courtyard market and attend festivals in the amphitheater in the oldest site in the historic center.

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People's Palace Museum

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at People's Palace Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Zanzibar Town. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

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Marahubi Palace

You can learn about the history of Zanzibar Town when you stop by Marahubi Palace. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Freddie Mercury Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Freddie Mercury Museum during your trip to Zanzibar Town. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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St. Joseph's Cathedral

St. Joseph's Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Zanzibar Town, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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The Ancient Door of Stone Town

You can find out about the history of Zanzibar Town when you stop by The Ancient Door of Stone Town. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Jaw's Corner

You can find out about the history of Zanzibar Town when you stop by Jaw's Corner. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mbweni Ruins?

Mbweni Ruins is located in a historic area of Zanzibar Town known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 234 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Mbweni Ruins?

Adjacent to Mbweni Ruins, Tembo House Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other good options within a short distance include Spice Palace Hotel and Park Hyatt Zanzibar.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Mbweni Ruins?

Expedia has 234 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Mbweni Ruins.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mbweni Ruins, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Mbweni Ruins.

What can I see and do near Mbweni Ruins?

You'll want to browse the collections at House of Wonders, Freddie Mercury Museum and People's Palace Museum. Old Fort, Slave Market and Hamamni Persian Baths are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Forodhani Gardens, Prison Island and Chapwani Island.

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Our top choices for Mbweni Ruins hotels

1. Emerson Spice Hotel

2. Zanzibar Coffee House

3. The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

4. Kholle House

5. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

6. Shaba Boutique Hotel

7. Tembo B&B Apartments

8. Maru Maru Hotel

9. Emerson on Hurumzi

10. Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

11. Hanaia House

12. Elephantohotel

13. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

14. Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

15. Zanzibar Serena Hotel

16. Jafferji House

17. Dhow Palace Hotel

18. Zanzibar Palace Hotel

19. Sharazad Wonders Boutique

20. Tembo House Hotel

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Top Mbweni Ruins Hotel Reviews

Emerson Spice Hotel

Tembo House Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

ZAURA ZANZIBAR

Tembo Palace Hotel

Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

Other attractions near Mbweni Ruins

Shangani Beach

Old Fort

People's Palace Museum

Marahubi Palace

Freddie Mercury Museum

St. Joseph's Cathedral

The Ancient Door of Stone Town

Jaw's Corner

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