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Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

3.5 star property

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Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas
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Lunch, dinner, brunch served; international cuisine, beach views

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Beit Al Ras, Kibweni Street, Zanzibar Town, 4087
  • Place, Masingini Forest
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Livingstone's House
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Slave Market
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Suite with City View

  • Sleeps 3

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Superior city view

Superior city view

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 72 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Two Bedroom Suite with Ocean View

  • Sleeps 6

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, City View

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

One-Bedroom King Suite-Ocean Front

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Superior Room with Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Superior Room with City View

  • Sleeps 2

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About this property

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

Family beach fun and outdoor pool
Guests at this beach hotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as a children's pool and barbecue grills. Housekeeping is available on request.
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies. These individually furnished accommodations have separate dining areas. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, slippers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries.

This Zanzibar Town hotel provides complimentary wired Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. Refrigerators, hypo-allergenic bedding, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort. During your stay, you'll be close to Chapwani Island. You'll find features like free breakfast, free valet parking, and a free manager's reception.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free wired Internet
  • Free valet parking, self parking, and extended parking
  • Enjoy international cuisine and a beachfront location while dining at Dhow Restaurant
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry, and a concierge
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym and yoga classes
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Chapwani Island and 5 minutes from Livingstone's House
  • Airport, local-area, and cruise terminal shuttle service available for a fee
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort offers its guests a children's pool, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the pool bar. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception.

Business amenities include a business center, a meeting room, and limo/town car service. Event space at this hotel measures 630 square feet (59 square meters) and includes a conference center. A rooftop terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort. An area shuttle within 10 km and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) are available for a fee. Self parking and valet parking are free.

This Mediterranean Zanzibar Town hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served free buffet breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM. The hotel hosts a free manager's reception daily.
Dhow Restaurant - This beachfront restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required.
Ali Baba Lounge - Overlooking the ocean, this lobby lounge specializes in local and international cuisine and serves light fare only. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free offsite parking; reservations required
  • Offsite parking; reservations required and discounts available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 10 km
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Ali Baba Lounge
  • Dhow Restaurant

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (630 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2016
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Separate dining area
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and 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 at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 35.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per vehicle (one way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 35.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Tax ID - 111-224-498
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation 24 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. Guests arriving after 7:00 AM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number NR.016A.01.2016
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • Alcohol isn't served or allowed at Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort.

Property is also known as

Golden Tulip Zanzibar
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort Hotel
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort Zanzibar Town
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort Hotel Zanzibar Town

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 176 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 176 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 176 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 176 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 176 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Justus Bennett

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best places I’ve stayed
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The customer service of the staff in restaurant and front desk is outstanding. The housekeeping is great with the cleaning. The maintenance of bathroom is not adequate because the sink faucet is falling apart in room 204.
Safe is not secured or bolted down.
It is falling over.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vongai

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Neha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were lovely at this property and our was clean and spacious. The bathroom was dated and shower door broken but sorted out immediately once sorted. The hotel allow taxi drivers to wait in the reception but they do try and rip you off and hassle you a but. We had one taxi driver try to convice us that 20usd and 15000 tsh. I find it surprising that the hotel staff dont intervene
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean, Newark

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and friendly customer service . Ms speed lady , is very nice, and always want to help. I recommand this place to any traveler to zanzibar .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Taniese

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff here was very friendly. 2 bedroom was very spacious. Breakfast options could have been better and at times there was a lot of noise coming from outside. Some renovations to the property to uplift certain areas would also be great. Overall, I would stay here again due to the friendliness of the staff alone.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gayatri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are just amazing. Lovely people
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

SWAMINATHAN

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Stanley

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Felix H.L

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very disappointed experience. The first night in the room was infected by the presence of insects all over the place. It was absolutely disgusting ! We spent the night in there because we checked in very late around 1am and they were not able to get us a room changes. The morning receptionist was not very decisive and not at all friendly. The room lightening was terrible It was awful The location is a bit skechty Most staffing don't even speak English We left this *** stars hotel with a feeling that it's a SCAM
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mickala

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly stafff and I believe his name “The King” is very funny and full of good vibes. Will visit again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inayat, Houston

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
hotel is beautiful, rooms are great and the staff is excellent (perhaps some English language weakness BUT nothing significant). Area around the hotel is not super walkable BUT it is not far from Stone Town (20 minute taxi ride - US$10 to US$20). View from top floor restaurant is amazing and the food is pretty good. I would recommend highly. i would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abdi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abdi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent hotel. Staff are very nice & very polite, Simon on reception is very helpful. Breakfast was amazing , can't talk about dinner. The ocean view remains amazing. Waking up to the sound of ocean If you are looking for a quite place but not so far from all the buzz of Stonetown. This is the hotel for you in Zanzibar
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olaolu

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antoine, kissimmee

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I carry only good memory and outstanding service, a reference for anyone who is looking for a nice and convenient place to stay,...
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Amenities
Loved the staff-----all friendly people. Very prompt service when anything was needed. One thing I did not likei was that there was not a good beach area.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

demetria denice

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love that the staff was very helpful and patient very nice on time just perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Idenise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this property!! I will be back and I will rent with them again
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The wifi was slow. The staff was friendly and available at all times.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Niraj

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all good. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025