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Beyt al Salaam

4.0 star property
Colonial Zanzibar Town hotel in Stone Town with free breakfast
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Fusion cuisine
Indoor pool
Deluxe Room
Lobby
Exterior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
The price is NZ$208
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 21 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
Kelele Square, Stone Town, Zanzibar Town

What's nearby

  • Shangani Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Old Fort - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • House of Wonders - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Slave Market - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cape Town Fish Market - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Passing Show Hotel - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Meeting Point Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Beyt al Salaam

Upscale hotel near Nakupenda Beach
Located close to Old Fort and Forodhani Gardens, Beyt al Salaam provides free English breakfast, an airport shuttle and a swim-up bar. The on-site Fusion cuisine restaurant, Beyt Al Salaam Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and children's meals. In addition to a poolside bar and a coffee shop/cafe, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool with a swim-up bar
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out
  • Babysitting (surcharge), concierge services and luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Beyt al Salaam have thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Fridges, childcare services and electric kettles

Languages

Arabic, English, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 8 kilometres
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Beyt Al Salaam
  • Beyt Al Salaam Bar
  • Beyt Al Salaam Cafe
  • Beyt Al Salaam Restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a provincial park

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 20 (one-way), (up to 6 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

al Beyt
Beyt al Salaam
Beyt al Salaam Hotel
Beyt al Salaam Hotel Zanzibar Town
Beyt al Salaam Zanzibar Town
Beyt Al Salaam Zanzibar Island/Stone Town
Beyt Al Chai Hotel Stone Town
Beyt al Salaam Hotel
Beyt al Salaam Zanzibar Town
Beyt al Salaam Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Beyt al Salaam have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Beyt al Salaam?

As of 22 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beyt al Salaam on 28 Nov 2024 start from NZ$191.30, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Beyt al Salaam pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Beyt al Salaam?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Beyt al Salaam?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Beyt al Salaam?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Beyt al Salaam provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 20 per vehicle applies.

Where is Beyt al Salaam located?

Located in Stone Town, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Nakupenda Beach, Old Fort and House of Wonders. Forodhani Gardens and Christ Church Cathedral are also within 10 minutes.

Beyt al Salaam Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 148 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 148 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 148 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 148 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 148 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

nadine N

Disliked: Staff & service
Horrible experience with manager at check in, might be trying to SCAM foreigners, be cautious. Hotel restaurant food had me sick for a day and a half of my 4 day trip, AC leaking all over the floor, shower wouldnt drain properly, constant noise outside room window from 2 am til 4 am, none of the remotes worked for the TV that would just get louder and louder on its own. She said she upgraded my accommodations for no charge and allowed me to check in early where early check in is an option listed for property and the room was the exact one i booked and paid for after arguing with me in front of other guests for 2 hours saying that my booking was never confirmed because i didn't pay enough according to her. Lied about emailing me regarding airport transfer that took 3 days for a response in the first place and no response through expedia messaging either. For a slightly more expensive establishment, treatment and property not worth it. Was a last minute choice that I would never make again nor would i recommend. Third time in Zanzibar and this hotel definitely soured what should have been a relaxing getaway as it usually is.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Zaheer Abbas

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was advised by the front desk that the room on the ground floor was bigger, and it wouldnt be noisy, however the staff themselves were the noisiest.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Max

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Harry

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
Refused entry, property was overbooked
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Farah

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Mikhail Sebastian

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This is my second stay there. One thing that need to be improved is renovation as hotel is very old. House keeping does not fill room with coffees, teas when it's run out. Restaurant serves breakfast at 7 but staff does not come until 7:40. No beach towels even though hotel is closer to the beach. Those things need some improvement but other than that the area around hotel is nice, the old charm of the hotel is beautiful. But it looks like when staff see gay couple traveling together they gave you very unpleasant look
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Cristobal

Travelled with group
Disliked: Staff & service
Poor manager decisions
Hotel overbooked, they had us going to a temporary stay, and then after one night coming back to the original hotel. How uncomfortable is having to check-out and check back in interrupting your stay/holidays. I was there for three days, and it ruined my entire second day for having to change hotel due to they overbooked. I booked my stay ahead of time, so it was not a last minute booking, no excuses.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Andree-Anne

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke, Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is absolutely perfect for anyone who wants to walk around Stonetown. Several wonderful cafés and restaurants are nearby and pretty much everything is walking distance. The Beyt is an older simpler hotel much like Tembo House hotel. But everything is clean and good condition. Breakfast is simple but more than enough. The staff are friendly and sweet — a big thanks to Diana for making my check in and check out fast and easy!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dianne, EL CAJON

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room i stayed in was very classy and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The AC wasn't working and the plumbling in the room wasn't working and they couldn't put me in another room because they said they were sold out. I wanted to move to another hotel because I was not staying in those conditions they had the audacity to charge me for one night even though it was their fault I couldn't stay there. Never will I be looking at the hotel again. Never again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Rose

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Iman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was seeking a charming boutique hotel for my stay in Stonetown, and Beyt Al Salaam exceeded my expectations. The staff were courteous and attentive, and went over and beyond. They all delivered exceptional service. As a single female traveler I felt safe and welcomed. I highly recommend this property and hope to return to Zanzibar and will definitely select this property again. Thank you to everyone of you and keep up the great work. The restaurant served the most delicious meals. Hats off to the Chef! And hats off to the management of the property. Thank you all.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent boutique hotel
Very comfortable and well-equipped room (aircon, fridge, kettle), serviced daily. Super friendly and helpful staff. Lovely restaurant in the hotel where breakfast served and other meals available. Excellent wifi. Cherry on the top was the swimming pool. Conveniently located with easy access to beach and Stonetown. Would happily stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Natalie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property is in a quieter part of Stone Town but easily walkable to everything. I was disappointed with a ground floor room, meaning I couldn't open windows or curtains due to lack of privacy. It was a bit noisy to be directlya cross from Reception as well. On arrival, I was moved to another hotel for my first night because there was no room for me. I noticed other customers also had issues with mgmt and booking confusions, so I think systems could be improved - though this might also be a problem with Expedia. Overall, the room itself was nice and staff were pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

Silvina

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

jeremy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool not there Staff unhelpful and aggressive food terrible steep stairs no elevator
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Larno, Doha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location in Stone Town. Close to various attractions, shops and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff great service great location and very nice size room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

AHMED

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ahmed & Salima
First of all I would like to thank Hamim and Khadija for the amazing treatment… To be honest all the staff were so nice and friendly even the lady who served the breakfast she was amazing and very nice The hotel very clean and the location is amazing and close to everything we need …. The breakfast so delicious and has many options … the room very comfy and has tea and water and coffee all the time … bathroom very nice style and very big and clean has too many types of shampoos and towels …. This hotel has features of 5 stars hotel. Thanks for your host again
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location, price, access
A darling smaal hotel. Woody, a la colonial feel. Tremendous bathroom. Perfect location. Can wander across the street to use the terraces of the much more expensive hotels. An additional charm is the swimming pool, hidden in a lovely garden a few blocks away.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hamim was amazing
Hamim made our experience at this hotel spectacular. Couldn't recommend more great staff great location great service clean room 🙂
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dorian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this hotel is splendid. I enjoyed my stay here very much. The staff was accomodating, the breakfast was delicious, and the rooms are spacious with an old world charm to match the location. I have nothing negative to say about this hotel. Clean, courteous and well worth the stay.. A bonus t to my trip and I will not forget my stay here. I look forward to staying again in the future,,,
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spacious room, mostly quiet except for early mornings when the taxis park nearby the hotel and open and close the doors. Lovely breakfast. Wifi was mostly working. Warm water was an issue. Was always fixed within a few minutes but still unpleasant when you can’t just take a shower whenever you want. Room description was not accurate. The room did not have a king size bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021