Right in the heart of Stone Town, the Dhow Palace Hotel is a tribute to Zanzibar style. This nineteenth century mansion has been lovingly restored and furnished with antiques and artifacts from all over the world including old pianos, treasure chests and an aging gramophone. The hotel is situated in the central tourist district, with easy access to restaurants, cafes, shops, banks and tour offices.

Rooms are set around a cool open-air courtyard featuring an Arabic style fountain or over looking the swimming pool; perfect for a dip to cool off in the midday heat. Wide tiled balconies lead off to spacious, airy en-suite rooms with Persian baths, brass or Zanzibar beds, air conditioning, fridge, telephone and television.

Dhow Palace Hotel was once the home of a rich merchant. This elegant building has stood for more than 140 years in the heart of Stone Town, bearing witness to the events of Zanzibar's history and finally being restored to a stylish hotel. The hotel is beautifully furnished with antiques, including unique French mirrors in the corridors, which date back to the early 1900s.