Dhow Palace Hotel Zanzibar Island is a small yet luxurious hotel is situated in the heart of Zanzibar's historic Stone Town, where East meets west. Hotel Dhow Palace Hotel lounge has an impressive selection of antique ornaments and furniture, and adds to the relaxed ambience that is a Dhow Palace trademark. The Dhow, the traditional Afro-Arab boat, being the heartbeat of the East African Culture, has been carrying people and treasures to and from Zanzibar for hundreds of years. Today, Dhow Palace Hotel represents that concept and serves as a meeting point for people and artifacts from all over the world, in true Zanzibar style. Originally the home of a rich merchant, the graceful Dhow Palace Hotel building has stood for more than one hundred years in the heart of Stone Town, bearing witness to the events of Zanzibar's history and finally being restored to an elegant hotel. Being right in the heart of Stone Town, you don't have to go far to find the shops, restaurants and the other historical attractions. 

Walking around Dhow Palace Hotel Zanzibar Island, you get the feeling of being in a museum dedicated to furniture and ornaments, which represent all the styles which have been brought to Zanzibar over the years. Traditional Swahili beds, wood carved Arab-Indian-Oriental-European style tables and much more
A beautiful hand-carved door studded with brass knobs welcomes you into the modest reception area. A central courtyard with a water fountain, makuti-thatch chairs and palm fronds provides a deliciously cool haven in the heat of the day. The atmosphere inside this hotel is tranquil and relaxed which is a welcome relief from the hustle and bustle of the Stone Town streets. Dhow Palace Hotel have recently built a stunning swimming pool in the main court yard, so guests have a perfect setting to enjoy a cocktail and relax away from the crowds.

Tembo Hotel and Dhow Palace Hotel are owned by the same group of Hotels & luxury Resorts who follow the Muslim code of not serving alcohol. Only a few hotels still operate by these strict Muslim laws and we at African safaris and Adventures  respect their decision to follow their beliefs even at the loss of a great deal of income. It's not really a problem for guests as there are plenty of pubs and cafes close by. There are also plenty of restaurants in Stone Town if you want to go out for some serious wining and dining.

Accommodation Dhow Palace Hotel Zanzibar Island

The 17 bedrooms are tastefully furnished with Zanzibar antiques and Persian carpets. Some rooms have traditional four-poster beds with painted headboards, others have brass beds. Balconies in the rooms overlook an attractive courtyard with palms and creepers. You have the convenience of an air conditioner, television, telephone, mini-bar and hairdryer.

The en-suite bathrooms are interesting, with blue tiled sunken stone baths which have hand-held showers (similar to the characterful ones at Emerson and Green).You find the rooms at Dhow Palace clean, tidy and well maintained.

Restaurant at Dhow Palace Hotel Zanzibar Island

The Rooftop Restaurant offers a variety of seafood, local and international cuisine as well as panoramic views of Zanzibar's Stone Town and the Indian Ocean.

Dhow Palace Hotel Activities & Information guide
• Sundowners while lying on the beach at the hotel's sister accommodation: Tembo Hotel.
• Snorkeling off Bawe Island 
• Spice Tours
• Jozani Tropical Forest visit.
• Zanzibar cultural tour
• Visit to Prison Island
• Visit to Grave Island
• Overnight accommodation at the Chumbe Island Eco-Lodge.
• Dolphin Watching Safaris.