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Located in Ngambo, a 4-minute walk from Stone Town Beach, Aurelia Zanzibar has air-conditioned rooms and a terrace. The property is around a 4-minute walk from Old Dispensary, 500 yards from Sultan's Palace, Zanzibar and a 5-minute walk from House of Wonders. The property provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, a shared lounge and free WiFi. At the hotel, rooms are equipped with a desk. Featuring a private bathroom with a bidet and free toiletries, certain units at Aurelia Zanzibar also provide guests with a city view. At the accommodation every room comes with bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or Asian options. Bike rental and car rental are available at this hotel and the area is popular for cycling. Popular points of interest near Aurelia Zanzibar include Peace Memorial Museum, Cinema Afrique and Hamamni Persian Baths. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 4.3 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Halal, Asian, Buffet


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
8.3
Location
8.6
Free Wifi
8.5
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Julien
    Cambodia Cambodia
    I had a comfortable experience at Aurelia. The hotel is located on the perimeter of Stone Town so it's not too difficult to find or get to with luggages as the car can drive there. The decors are cool and the room is spacious and clean.
  • Tatum
    United States of America United States of America
    Great location in the middle of Stone Town! The staff were very friendly and the room was good value. Breakfast was simple but tasty. Directly opposite is a very good local restaurant. Perfect for our 2 nights in Stone Town!
  • S
    Kenya Kenya
    Super friendly staff. Owner was quite warm and welcoming. Upgraded bathrooms and modern finishes to all rooms.
  • Laura
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Friendly welcome from Hussain who was very helpful. Charming character of the building. Good location. There was a restaurant across the road that was quite busy but that didn’t disturb us.
  • Kory
    Canada Canada
    Great aircon. Hot water. Clean. Quiet. Attentive and helpful staff. And great location. The restaurant across the street is really good. Would love to stay here again!
  • Martina
    Italy Italy
    Overall good value for money. The room was big and clean and the staff was really friendly. Location in the old centre of Stone Town.
  • Maciej
    Poland Poland
    Very friendly, helpful and honest service. If you are in Zanzibar for the first time, their advice and help are worth their weight in gold
  • Barbora
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very good stay. Everything was perfect and staff was very nice.
  • Argentique
    Bulgaria Bulgaria
    Clean room, comfortable beds, spacious bathroom, big terrace, A/C, friendly staff.
  • Susan
    Canada Canada
    Nice little hotel in the heart of Stonetown. Friendly, helpful staff.

Property questions and answers
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The property usually replies within a few days

  • do you have lift in the hotel?

    Hello, Sorry we don't have lift in our hotel
    Answered on 17 March 2023
  • I'm travelling with my spouse is this room rate for us as a couple?

    Hello - Our room rates are normally for Double occupancy unless explicitly stated. The rate includes breakfast for 2 people. - Thank you.
    Answered on 24 June 2023
  • hi,do you have any contacts I can reach you out

    Please reach us through booking.com
    Answered on 31 July 2023
  • Hi, we have a booking tonight under my partner's name Marta. Where is the best place to park securely? Kind regards, Tom

    Hello, Sorry we don't have parking in our hotel, but in Darajani they have parking it's near to the hotel but they charge small amount. Thank you.
    Answered on 3 March 2023
  • Hi, can I pay directly via booking online?

    Sorry we have not setup online payments yet.
    Answered on 19 September 2024

Hotel area info

Amenities of Aurelia Zanzibar

Most popular amenities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Outdoors
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live music/Performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and charges may apply.
  • Street parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Car rental
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Gujarati
  • Hindi
  • Swahili
  • Urdu

House rules
Aurelia Zanzibar takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Aurelia Zanzibar 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.

FAQs about Aurelia Zanzibar

  • The nearest beach is 800 feet from Aurelia Zanzibar. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Aurelia Zanzibar can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.1).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Halal
    • Asian
    • Buffet

  • Room options at Aurelia Zanzibar include:

    • Double
    • Twin/Double
    • Triple

  • Aurelia Zanzibar is 0.7 miles from the center of Ngambo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Aurelia Zanzibar may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Aurelia Zanzibar offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Live music/Performance
    • Bike tours
    • Bicycle rental
    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture

  • Check-in at Aurelia Zanzibar is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.