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Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

3.5 star property
Family beach fun and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas
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Lobby lounge, ocean views, open daily
View from room
Property grounds

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar

Room options

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Superior city view

Superior city view

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 42 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, City View

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 72 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Beit Al Ras, Kibweni Street, Zanzibar Town, 4087

What's nearby

  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 6 min drive
  • Slave Market - 7 min drive
  • Shangani Beach - 8 min drive
  • Old Fort - 8 min drive
  • Forodhani Gardens - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cape Town Fish Market - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Passing Show Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Meeting Point Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

Family-friendly hotel by the ocean
At Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, an adjacent golf course and a poolside bar. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with beachfront dining and a beach shuttle. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Dhow Restaurant, offers brunch, lunch, dinner and ocean views. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; the property also has a free daily manager's reception, a rooftop terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a business centre.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking, valet parking and extended parking
  • Limo/town car service, bike hire and express check-out
  • Babysitting (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and beach towels
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches, such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Childcare services and cots/infant beds
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters, recycling and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • 2 bathrooms with rainfall showers and eco-friendly toiletries
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and separate sitting areas

Languages

English, French, Italian, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free offsite parking; reservations required
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 10 km
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • 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
  • 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 rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • 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
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (861 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

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
  • 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 and check-out are 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
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 35.0 per night

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 4.00 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)
  • 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

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
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
Property Registration Number NR.016A.01.2016

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property
Parking height restrictions apply

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort?

As of 3 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort on 4 Mar 2025 start from AU$140.15, 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 Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort?

Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM for a fee.

What time is check-out at Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Does Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort 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 Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort located?

This family-friendly Zanzibar Town hotel is located by the ocean, within 3 mi (5 km) of Masingini Forest, Siso Spice Farm and Chapwani Island. Nakupenda Beach and Shangani Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 135 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 135 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 135 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 135 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 135 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Beautiful sea views and great customer care, good food!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Evelyn

The staff were friendly and very helpful. We liked that it was in a quiet area about 15 min to Stone Town by taxi. The room was large and we enjoyed the pool that looked out over the ocean. Buffet breakfast offered a variety of dishes and the coffee was awesome! We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul

This place is just epic 😍. Lovely staff good food very clean....I will definitely be back.Many thanks for my birthday 🍰 🎂 🙏
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Nikia

Friendly staff and a nice ocean view.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amir

Beautifully built and Given original Zanzibar look
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

alberta

We enjoyed our stay even though we couldn't access the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jackline

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
We stayed at Golden Tulip and found it to be moderately clean, though some areas, like the bathroom corners (bathroom door couldn’t close), could have been tidied up more. The biggest issue was the mosquitoes—despite some repellent being provided, I still had trouble with them during my stay. Overall, it was an okay experience, but the mosquito problem could definitely be improved.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Happy in Zanzibar
Friendly staff, very obliging. Food great, room lovely, appreciated balcony for views.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Viren

It took almost two hours to get our suite ready.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Taha

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing to say about the hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvain

I recommendation the place to any guest
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Jerome

I liked how they handled me after there was a delay in me getting my room, the front desk staff are super friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abdul-Hakeem

It’s was good, i enjoy my sea view too😊
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Yannick

Golden Tulip Stay
The stay was amazing
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gardia

GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE. EXCELLENT WELCOMING. BEST EMPLOYEES.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Joshua

Cleanliness friendly staff and always welcome and willingness to help in anyway
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amon Mutale

Sea side was very beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bart

It was further outside of town than I realized
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ousmahila

the property is well located. The staff is nice and well trained. The rooms are clean and well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean Paul

Enjoyed the time at this property. The staff are so nice and friendly. This is a good place to relax as it's not far as such. Excellent customer Service
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

rebecca

Pick up from the airport was flawless
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Chintan

If u want some activity can miss as it’s far from stone town otherwise calm place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

The staff was excellent. A few participated in singing happy birthday to me with cake and confetti…very nice and memorable moment.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Sophie

Beds are super comfortable!! We had bottled water in our rooms which was nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Mahima

The property was clean and well furnished. Staff were very attentive and accommodating of our needs. They truly made our experience enjoyable as they were very welcoming and bubbly! The back of the hotel is facing the sea which has a lovely view and the front of the hotel has a city view which provides the best of both however, there was a lot of traffic at the front making it difficult and unsafe to cross roads. The restaurant in the hotel was delicious and had a great variety of food including different cuisines. They do need to upgrade their iron and provide an ATM or cash exchange service instead of travelling to the city to exchange money. It was advertised that a full length mirror would be available upon request but this was not the case. Overall, the hotel was lovely - especially the staff but some of the services/facilities need upgrading.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Comfortable Beds
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM
Star Rating
3.5