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Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

Zanzibar · Tanzania

Beit-el-raas street, Malawi Road, 31View location

8.2/10Excellent202 Reviews
Cleanliness8.8/108.8
Service9.0/109.0
Comfort8.4/108.4
Condition8.2/108.2
Neighborhood8.0/108.0
Amenities8.0/108.0
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About Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this Mediterranean hotel include concierge services, babysitting (surcharge), and wedding services. Guests can get around on the shuttle (surcharge), which operates within 10 km.

Enjoy international cuisine at Dhow Restaurant, a beachfront restaurant which features a pool view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Wrap up your day with a drink at the poolside bar.

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM. Featured amenities include a business center, limo/town car service, and express check-out. Planning an event in Zanzibar Town?

This hotel has 861 square feet (80 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and a meeting room.

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Located in Zanzibar Town, Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort is by the ocean, within a 10-minute drive of Livingstone's House and Siso Spice Farm. This beach hotel is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Masingini Forest and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Kidichi Spice Farm.

Make yourself at home in one of the 31 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wired internet access is available to keep you connected.

Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Featured amenities include a business center, limo/town car service, and express check-out. Planning an event in Zanzibar Town? This hotel has 630 square feet (59 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and a meeting room.

For a surcharge, guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a cruise ship terminal shuttle.

Popular amenities

Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Gym
Entertainment
Beach services
Non-smoking
Childcare
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Transportation services
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until midnight
Check-out until 12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age 15

Hotel policies

Parking height restrictions apply By ocean Noise-free rooms not guaranteed No alcohol served onsite No alcohol allowed onsite Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available Cashless transactions are available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    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.

  • You need to know
    • 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 hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
    • One child 6 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
    • Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property.
    • Parking height restrictions apply.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special 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. If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
    • Property Registration Number NR.016A.01.2016
  • Minimal age
    15
  • Optional fees
    • 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.

  • Spoken Language

    Swahili

    English

    Italian

    French

Nearby attractions

Masingini Forest 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
Siso Spice Farm 5 km / 3.1 mi
Kidichi Spice Farm 4.9 km / 3 mi
Livingstone's House 5.5 km / 3.4 mi
Kariakoo Amusement Park 6.4 km / 3.9 mi
Michenzani Mall 6.6 km / 4.1 mi
Amaan Stadium 6.7 km / 4.2 mi
Darajani Market 6.8 km / 4.2 mi
Zanzibar Ferry Terminal 6.8 km / 4.2 mi
Shakti Temple 6.9 km / 4.3 mi
Malindi Mosque 6.9 km / 4.3 mi
Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum) 7 km / 4.4 mi
Christ Church Cathedral 7.2 km / 4.4 mi
House of Wonders 7.2 km / 4.4 mi
Zanzibar Night Market 7.2 km / 4.5 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Year of most recent renovation: 2016
  • Total number of rooms: 31
  • Number of floors (main building): 5
  • Number of floors (annexe): 4
  • Twin rooms: 4
  • Family rooms: 4
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  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • Key Collection
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Car hireExtra charge
  • Transfer serviceExtra charge
  • Airport ShuttleExtra charge
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • Bicycle hire service
  • Babysitting serviceExtra charge
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour security
  • Bellboy service
  • Hotel safe
  • Lift access
  • Terrace
  • Bicycle storage
  • Concierge
  • Gym
  • Newspapers
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Grill/BBQ
  • Electric kettle
  • Towels and bed linen
  • Café
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking area
  • Air conditioning in Restaurant
  • Conference room
  • Meeting room
  • Projector
  • Conference hostessExtra charge
  • Printer
  • Photocopier
  • Business centre
  • Outdoor freshwater pool
  • Children’s swimming area
  • Parasols
  • TV lounge
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Continental breakfast
  • À la carte lunch
  • À la carte dinner
  • No alcohol is served
  • Snacks
  • LGTBIQ friendly
  • Naturist
  • Early Check-inExtra charge
  • Charges for late arrival
  • Identification card at arrival
  • Marriage certificate required for a couple to share room
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Fitness
Meal plans

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BB

Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

DB

Buffet Breakfast

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RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

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  • SUITE STANDARDSUITE • STANDARDSUI.ST

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  • Room SUPERIOR OCEAN VIEWRoom • SUPERIOR OCEAN VIEWROO.OV-SU

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  • SUITE CITY VIEW KING BEDSUITE • CITY VIEW KING BEDSUI.CV-KG

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    Room code: SUI.CV-KG

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  • SUITE TWO BEDROOMSSUITE • TWO BEDROOMSSUI.B2

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    SUITE TWO BEDROOMS

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  • SUITE TWO KING BEDSSUITE • TWO KING BEDSSUI.2K

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    SUITE TWO KING BEDS

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    Room code: SUI.2K

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  • SINGLE SUPERIORSINGLE • SUPERIORSGL.SU

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    SINGLE SUPERIOR

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    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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  • DOUBLE SUPERIORDOUBLE • SUPERIORDBL.SU

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR

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    Room code: DBL.SU

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  • SUITE GRANDSUITE • GRANDSUI.GD

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    SUITE GRAND

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    Room code: SUI.GD

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  • SUITE OCEAN VIEW KING BEDSUITE • OCEAN VIEW KING BEDSUI.KG-OV

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    OCEAN VIEW KING BED

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    Room code: SUI.KG-OV

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  • Double or Twin SUPERIOR OCEAN VIEWDouble or Twin • SUPERIOR OCEAN VIEWDBT.OV-SU

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    SUPERIOR OCEAN VIEW

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    Room code: DBT.OV-SU

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  • SUITE TWO BEDROOMS WITH KITCHENETTESUITE • TWO BEDROOMS WITH KITCHENETTESUI.B2-KT

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    SUITE TWO BEDROOMS WITH KITCHENETTE

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    TWO BEDROOMS WITH KITCHENETTE

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    Room code: SUI.B2-KT

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  • SINGLE SUPERIOR OCEAN VIEWSINGLE • SUPERIOR OCEAN VIEWSGL.OV-SU

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    Room code: SGL.OV-SU

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH VIEWSDOUBLE • SUPERIOR WITH VIEWSDBL.SU-WV

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH VIEWS

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    SUPERIOR WITH VIEWS

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    Room code: DBL.SU-WV

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  • SUITE OCEAN FRONT KING BEDSUITE • OCEAN FRONT KING BEDSUI.KG-OF

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    SUITE OCEAN FRONT KING BED

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    OCEAN FRONT KING BED

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    Room code: SUI.KG-OF

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  • SUITE KING BED ONE BEDROOMSUITE • KING BED ONE BEDROOMSUI.B1-KG

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    SUITE KING BED ONE BEDROOM

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    KING BED ONE BEDROOM

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    Room code: SUI.B1-KG

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIOR SEA VIEWDOUBLE • SUPERIOR SEA VIEWDBL.SU-VM

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR SEA VIEW

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    SUPERIOR SEA VIEW

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    Room code: DBL.SU-VM

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  • SUITE OCEAN VIEWSUITE • OCEAN VIEWSUI.OV

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    SUITE OCEAN VIEW

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    OCEAN VIEW

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    Room code: SUI.OV

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  • Room SUPERIOR CITY VIEWRoom • SUPERIOR CITY VIEWROO.CV-SU

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    Room SUPERIOR CITY VIEW

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    SUPERIOR CITY VIEW

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    Room code: ROO.CV-SU

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  • SUITE OCEAN VIEW ONE BEDROOMSUITE • OCEAN VIEW ONE BEDROOMSUI.B1-OV

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    SUITE OCEAN VIEW ONE BEDROOM

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    OCEAN VIEW ONE BEDROOM

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    Room code: SUI.B1-OV

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  • Double or Twin SUPERIOR CITY VIEWDouble or Twin • SUPERIOR CITY VIEWDBT.CV-SU

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    SUPERIOR CITY VIEW

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    Room code: DBT.CV-SU

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  • SUITE CITY VIEW ONE BEDROOMSUITE • CITY VIEW ONE BEDROOMSUI.B1-CV

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    SUITE CITY VIEW ONE BEDROOM

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    CITY VIEW ONE BEDROOM

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    Room code: SUI.B1-CV

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

8.2
Excellent
202 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.8 /10
Service
9.0 /10
Comfort
8.4 /10
Condition
8.2 /10
Neighborhood
8.0 /10
Amenities
8.0 /10
75 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jul 2026
Erastus
Everything was wonderful and healthy
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jul 2026
RENIS
I had an amazing experience.
8/10
Excellent
24 Jul 2026
Ndaya
Breakfast was probably the best thing at the resort, but the hotel is centrally located and kind of old, but well maintained. There isn't much amenities for families, but could be easy easy access to town.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jun 2026
Suzy Lisette
Very satisfied with my stay at the resort. Will highly recommend
Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jun 2026
ECDO
Golden tulip zanzibar resort staff was amazing. Smiling and very accommodating. They were always willing to help with anything. Good time spent here. Thank you! Mussa, Abdul, and Rashidi were awesome!
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
23 May 2026
Irenee
The service is Good , but the tv had only local channels
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Mar 2026
Winnie
Clean, comfortable room, friendly staff, great pool, and perfect air conditioning overall, a wonderful stay!
8/10
Excellent
26 Feb 2026
wisson
Yes!
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
16 Feb 2026
Trudy
It was clean. Unfortunately it was a bit noisy. We were on the road side. It is a bit dated but very spacious. It is located on the other side of stone town. Quite a ways from the airport. It took over an hour during rush hour. The food was amazing!
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
28 Jan 2026
Cynthia
A great place to stay as long as you're an early riser. Staff was kind and helpful.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jan 2026
Wesley
good
10/10
Exceptional
22 Dec 2025
Christine
Clean room , friendly staff, yummy breakfast
10/10
Exceptional
20 Dec 2025
David
Definitely a go to and homely place. Impeccable customer service and experience.
8/10
Excellent
07 Dec 2025
Chelsee
The resort is perfect for a quick stay. Not long term. The breakfast didn’t have many options. The staff were really nice and very helpful. Room service was ok the best thing we had was the chicken wings. They also offered late check out for an extra cost which was great because we had a late flight.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
20 Nov 2025
Nisar Ahmed
Breakfast was poor room was poor condition had to change the room shower was broken water leaking out it very slippery
Partner
8/10
Excellent
30 Oct 2025
Effua
The room was clean
10/10
Exceptional
25 Sep 2025
Justus Bennett
One of the best places I’ve stayed
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Sep 2025
Louis
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.
Leisure Friends
6/10
Pleasant
19 Aug 2025
Neha
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
10/10
Exceptional
14 Aug 2025
Jean
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 .
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
12 Aug 2025
Taniese
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.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jul 2025
Stephen
They are just amazing. Lovely people
Leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
21 Jun 2025
Felix H.L
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
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2025
Mickala
Friendly stafff and I believe his name “The King” is very funny and full of good vibes. Will visit again!!
Business_and_leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jun 2025
Inayat
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.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2025
Abdi
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
Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 May 2025
John
Friendly
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 May 2025
John
Friendly staff
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
21 Apr 2025
Antoine
I carry only good memory and outstanding service, a reference for anyone who is looking for a nice and convenient place to stay,...
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
21 Apr 2025
Jeanne
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.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
03 Apr 2025
demetria denice
I love that the staff was very helpful and patient very nice on time just perfect
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Mar 2025
Idenise
I love this property!! I will be back and I will rent with them again
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Mar 2025
Eric
The wifi was slow. The staff was friendly and available at all times.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
13 Mar 2025
Niraj
all good. Will stay again.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Mar 2025
Hirut
The breathtaking view from my hotel room. My last day in town but I will definitely return. I am eternally grateful for the incredible people of Zanzibar and their exceptional hospitality. For those who don’t know, Zanzibar is comprised of 52 stunning islands. It has been a truly uplifting experience and a remarkably safe place to visit.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
04 Mar 2025
EMMANUEL
Only gave a 4 because of the staff but i was leaning towards a 3 or a 2. The property needed renovation about 5 years ago. They keep it keep but you can see the age of the property everywhere you look especially in the bathrooms.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Feb 2025
Diana
Un sitio con perfecta ubicación y un excelente servicio
8/10
Excellent
18 Feb 2025
Jackline
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.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
10 Feb 2025
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.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jan 2025
Cindy
Beautiful sea views and great customer care, good food!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jan 2025
paul
This place is just epic 😍. Lovely staff good food very clean....I will definitely be back.Many thanks for my birthday 🍰 🎂 🙏
Business_and_leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
27 Dec 2024
Viren
It took almost two hours to get our suite ready.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
29 Nov 2024
alberta
We enjoyed our stay even though we couldn't access the beach.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Nov 2024
Edmund

We created pleasant memories!

My wife and I recently spent a week at the Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort as a prelude to our wedding anniversary, and it was nothing short of amazing. We chose this hotel based on glowing reviews, and our experience completely confirmed them.

From the moment we arrived, the staff stood out with their exceptional warmth and professionalism. They were not only pleasant but also had a distinct artistic approach to customer service, making us feel special at every turn.

Our romantic getaway was made even more memorable by the little touches that showed how much thought went into ensuring a delightful stay. Housekeeping went above and beyond, giving our bedroom a unique and creative spread every day. It felt like a fresh surprise each time we walked in.

Breakfast on the rooftop was another highlight, with a variety of beautifully served cuisines accompanied by breathtaking scenic views. It was the perfect way to start each day.

The absolute highlight of our stay was the private dinner by the poolside, arranged just for the two of us. The ambiance was magical, and it truly felt like a dream come to life.

We leave Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort with beautiful memories and a deep longing to return. It’s a place that perfectly blends luxury, romance, and exceptional service. We can’t wait to plan our next visit to Zanzibar!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Nov 2024
Amir
Beautifully built and Given original Zanzibar look
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 Oct 2024
Dianne

Happy in Zanzibar

Friendly staff, very obliging. Food great, room lovely, appreciated balcony for views.
Self
6/10
Pleasant
23 Oct 2024
Nikia
Friendly staff and a nice ocean view.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
21 Oct 2024
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.
Leisure Friends
2/10
Poor
28 Sep 2024
Taha
Nothing to say about the hotel
Business
10/10
Exceptional
28 Aug 2024
Bart
It was further outside of town than I realized
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Aug 2024
jo
The hotel and our rooms were very clean. The ocean view is spectacular, and there is a gym on site. The bed was very comfortable, and the room always smelled fresh. From the moment we arrived, the entire staff went out of their way to make sure that we had everything that we needed. The service, the helpfulness and the food was delightful. We had a 5:00 a.m. excursion one morning and was going to miss their most delicious breakfast which began at 7:00 a.m. (so we thought). We informed the hotel the night before, and were asked what we would like to eat. Our breakfast was packaged and waiting for us the next morning on time! I also left my outlet adapter and was unable to charge my phone. I told this to one of the staff, he in turn solved my problem. He made a call, found out the cost and sent his brother into town to buy one for me! Now that is going above and beyond. I am indeed grateful for the exceptional level of service we all received from the entire staff with their warm and friendly smiles. I plan on returning next year and will only stay at this location. The only thing I did not like is that I had to leave this beautiful place!!!
Leisure Friends
2/10
Poor
17 Jul 2024
Camille
This property was sooo disgusting and even after requesting a refund due to the deplorable conditions, I was not provided with one.
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
29 Jun 2024
APPASAMY ASSOCIATES
The bathrooms were not good there were leakages and was not rectified
Business
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jun 2024
Gardia
GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE. EXCELLENT WELCOMING. BEST EMPLOYEES.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
11 May 2024
Abdul-Hakeem
It’s was good, i enjoy my sea view too😊
Business_and_leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
07 May 2024
Jerome
I liked how they handled me after there was a delay in me getting my room, the front desk staff are super friendly
10/10
Exceptional
06 Feb 2024
Deborah
The only issue we had was getting picked up from the airport however it not working smoothly for myself and husband the pick up of my daughter went absolutely smoothly. All othe transport was great!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jan 2024
rebecca
Pick up from the airport was flawless
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
19 Dec 2023
Joshua
Cleanliness friendly staff and always welcome and willingness to help in anyway
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
02 Dec 2023
Michael
The staff was excellent. A few participated in singing happy birthday to me with cake and confetti…very nice and memorable moment.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2023
Sylvain
I recommendation the place to any guest
10/10
Exceptional
26 Sep 2023
Ousmahila
the property is well located. The staff is nice and well trained. The rooms are clean and well maintained.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
03 Sep 2023
Isaac
Not bad at all
10/10
Exceptional
02 Sep 2023
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
10/10
Exceptional
18 Aug 2023
fatma
Loved it
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Aug 2023
Irene
Tyding and cleaning rooms daily fresh food
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
19 Jul 2023
Chintan
If u want some activity can miss as it’s far from stone town otherwise calm place
8/10
Excellent
22 Mar 2023
Martha
Having stayed in many hotels, I appreciate this hotel's 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom suite. It made it easy for my family of 4 to have my brother join our trip, without needing to secure a second suite! This hotel, although having ocean views, is not truly ocean/beach accessible, fortunately, they have a pool. The hotel's restaurant, located on the 5th floor (top) offers beautiful views of the ocean when dining. Aside from not having ocean access, I would stay here again.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
22 Feb 2023
Peter
Amazing. Wish it had a beach
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
13 Jan 2023
Yannick

Golden Tulip Stay

The stay was amazing
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Oct 2022
Amon Mutale
Sea side was very beautiful
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
20 Oct 2022
Andrew
Restaurant had a decent menu but they don’t have alcohol on the premises,I’ve eaten at a lot of restaurants and this is a first. Got an ocean view room for an extra charge and the windows hadn’t been cleaned in months and about impossible to see thru, nothing to do or other restaurants within walking distance
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
09 Oct 2022
Patrick
This is one of three properties with the same name. Was not a proper “beach front” property as there was no sand, instead jagged dirty coral the was not safe or suitable for walking. Also off main busy road so nowhere to walk or explore around the hotel
Leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
07 Sep 2022
Ishaka
I didn’t like the way the outside of the hotel looked when I arrived, and the room that I was supposed to stay in was mediocre. There was also a cockroach in the bathroom. I paid to stay at the hotel for 10 days, but I left after spending the night there!
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
03 Sep 2022
eran

two major issues

a bit out of town.
big rooms but those rooms towards the street suffers a very noisy street. a big issue.
the other big issue is no beach. rocky and small. no way to go into water. beautiful panoramic view but no touch.
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Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
Beit-el-raas street, Malawi Road, 31, Zanzibar, Tanzania

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