Zenji Hotel in Newala Kisimani

Set on a commercial street 3 minutes by foot from Zanzibar Harbour, this informal hotel is a 9-minute walk form the House of Wonders, a landmark building with a history museum and a cultural centre, and 8 km from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport.The 9 warm, individually styled quarters range from rooms with shared bathrooms to suites that have balconies and en suite facilities. All provide complimentary Wi-Fi and safes, as well as ceiling fans, air conditioning and 4-poster beds.A vibrant rooftop cafe with harbour views serves breakfast for a fee. There's also a shop. Guided tours and an airport shuttle are available.