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Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel

5.0 star property
Beachfront hotel in Zanzibar Town with spa and outdoor pool

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Balcony
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Perched by the sea, Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel offers a tranquil retreat with 6 on-site restaurants and an outdoor pool. Relax at ROSE PETALS spa, unwind at the swim-up bar or explore nearby attractions with free roundtrip airport shuttle. Guests praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 6 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • 24-hour room service

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Television
  • Garden

Why we love this property

Spa sanctuary
A full-service spa, open daily, pampers guests with massage treatments. This hotel also features a sauna, 24-hour gym, and a peaceful garden.
Beachfront luxury oasis
Marvel at blue waves from this luxury hotel's beachfront location. The garden offers a serene escape from the bustling city center.
Luxury sleep retreat
Premium bedding and blackout drapes create a haven for perfect slumber. Champagne service and 24-hour room service elevate the luxury experience.

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Presidential Suite with Sea View | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Presidential Suite with Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 2013 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Studio Apartment with Partial Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 570 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room With Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

One Bedroom Apartment with Partial Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
  • 646 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room with Sea View | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Executive Room with Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 603 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Premium Room with Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Three Bedroom Apartment with Partial Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
  • 1679 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Super Executive Room with Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 603 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Two Bedroom Apartment with Partial Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
  • 1432 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

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Sultan Suite with Sea View | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Sultan Suite with Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 3681 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Mbweni Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar, 4858

What's nearby

  • Slave Market - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Shangani Beach - 10 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Old Fort - 10 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 10 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 11 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle

Restaurants

  • Cape Town Fish Market
  • ‪Jahazi Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ccm Social Hall - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Zanzibar Coffeehouse - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel

Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel is a great choice for your beach stay in Zanzibar Town, putting you near activities like snorkeling. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in massages at the spa. Dining choices include 6 restaurants and the 2 bars/lounges are great places to grab a cold drink. Other features of this luxurious hotel include a free airport shuttle, a poolside bar, and a health club. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Finnish, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Spanish, Swahili, Swedish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 118 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (5 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
DONE

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
DONE

Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 6 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills
  • Private dining
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Built in 2018
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • 24-hour pool access
  • Sauna
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • iPad
  • 50-inch Smart TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, ROSE PETALS. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 10 per person (one-way)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 70.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 70.0 per day
  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 3 and 12 costs USD 5 (one-way)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool open 24-hours

Policies

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.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Madinat Al Bahr Business Hotel Zanzibar Town
Madinat Al Bahr Business Hotel
Madinat Al Bahr Business Zanzibar Town
Madinat Al Bahr Business
Madinat Al Bahr Business SPA Hotel
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa
Madinat Al Bahr Business Spa Hotel
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel Hotel
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel Zanzibar Town
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have 24-hour pool access.

Are pets allowed at Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, hiking, and horseback riding. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel also has 2 bars and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as a sauna and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel?

Yes, there are 6 onsite restaurants.

What's the area around Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel like?

Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel puts you in the heart of Zanzibar Town. Popular attractions include Slave Market, which is 8 minutes away by car.

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Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Room
Food
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Architecture
Airport
Beach
Bathroom

Reviews

6/10 Good

The property was conveniently located near the airport and provided transportation and local tour concierge services.
Eric, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful atmosphere, friendly staff
Rishars, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful Hotel, wonderful staff!
Michelle, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful property, friendly staff, and great food!
Sandy, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very beautiful place . The staff were extremely friendly Very clean place I enjoyed the stay here.
Enoela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service staf is very nice. Beautiful area allround hotell Food is top
Morten, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good Hotel, staff are friendly and helpful.
Omar, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place

Amazing experience hotel, Sayed, Malon, Lameck provided great service.
Tendai, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent spot and services !
9-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely spot on ocean. Great staff that were very helpful.
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel, very friendly helpful staff. Convenient airport transfers.
Rachel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything about the hotel was excellent. The staff were so accomodating and the hotel itself was beautiful. Food was great and the views were sublime. Definitely planning to visit again. Recommend for families, couples and anyone looking to relax.
Mirza Ryon, 10-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great Experience

Great Experience
Jeff Kenny, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everyone was lovely, staff are very attentive and the food was great. The rooms are clean and tidy, executive rooms are spacious and the view from the balcony was just to die for. Slight issue with the internet connection in our room but the staff managed to get it sorted. Thank you to everyone for making our stay so enjoyable.
Maryan, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location close to Stone Town. Wonderful amenities including fitness room and spa. On beach.
Susan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It's really recommended hotel I would like to tank's all stuff specially Ali
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly and welcoming.

Overall, we had a great stay. The rooms were comfortable and the shower was amazing. When we had any issues they were dealt with very promptly and without any fuss. Pity that the half board rate only related to their main dining room and not to other restaurants on the site. Great swimming pool although hard to get out of if you are a little weak. Breakfast was generous and had different offerings each morning which made for a nice variety. Not really a resort but a nice, relaxing place to be for a few days.
Kate, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Romantic vocation

Hôtel is good!!!nice decorations ..well located few minutes from airport , staff are friendly too .. nice food Everything is good but there’s smell in bathroom when water runs and it’s disturbing when you’re taking shower or brushing ..
Hassan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The mosquitoes were terrible. I recommend that every bed should have a net for mosquitoes/ The restaurant should have more staff with more English knowledge
JOSEPH, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Def not a 4 str property .outdated rooms , water had a bad taste , rooms smelled moldy , needed to be updated asap . Location close to the airport staff friendly
Lindcy, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Expensiv and tried to trick us.

Hotel looks very nice. Its just like the pictures. But the rooms are very humid and smells a little like mold. When we checked out they added costs for over 100$ to the bill that we did not use. Even when we told them it was wrong, they still tried to make us pay for several thing.
Miriam, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

It’s not what I expected from a 5 star hotel… I stayed for a week and I ask for a phone directory to call room service or the front desk .. never got it .. my bathroom sink was tilted or misplaced so water was always there.. basic rule of sinks… coffee was terrible .. the stuff is trying but the hotel needs of some major five star consulting…
Robert, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I love the architecture the design and the décor. The luxury of the rooms. The location wasn't smacked dead in the middle of stone town but it was not far. The staff was wonderful polite and accommodating. The view and the balcony were fabulous. I have to say of any improvements. Would be repairing the chains inside the rooms for door security. Telling your housekeeping to knock and ask if they can enter. What doesn't that all went well.

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel itself was absolutely amazing. Beautiful architecture and features on a big scale. Check in was seamless. Our room was big, and looked wonderful. Unfortunately the room had a broken balcony door. We were immediately offered another room, this one was fine but again not perfect and below the standard one would have expected for star hotel. Issues were primarily in the bathroom where certain finishing touches were lacking. The basin was tilted which meant the water did not flow out as it should as base was too high. We made do as we were exhausted from flight and having moved once already and reception manager had implied there were no rooms. Overall we enjoyed our stay, majority of the staff were friendly, helpful. I would certainly recommend the hotel and hope they get the perfect room as our friends did.
Barbara, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Not 5 stars

I stayed for 1 night as a solo traveler. The staff was excellent. However i'm not sure how this hotel has a 5star status. Very dated, and the upkeep you could tell was lacking. The bathroom tub leaked, from what you could tell was already a 'band aid' fix they already tried. When i looked to see where it was leaking, no one had cleaned behind the tub as there was cobwebs and a spider. The shower stall area was also so rundown, everything old.The water in the pool didnt look very clean, but in spite of that...i was shocked to see no covers where there had clearly been lights (inside the pool). Instead you could actually see the areas were open spaces with the wiring exposed. The whole dining area is open with no windows, which means alot of bugs. The night i went to eat, i ended up asking them to bring the food to my room. There were several large flying bugs i later found out were termites. Just know this isnt anywhere near a 5star hotel.
Lisa, 2-night trip