AL-MINAR HOTEL, Zanzibar – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms and Accommodations
Al-Minar Hotel offers 22 air-conditioned rooms with fireplaces, safes, and 32-inch plasma-screen satellite TVs with 30 international channels. Rooms include private bathrooms with rainfall showers, mosquito nets, and complimentary toiletries. Some units feature separate dining areas, seating areas, and soundproof walls. Family rooms accommodate 3 beds with tea and coffee facilities.
Dining Options
The Terrace Restaurant serves local and international cuisine with al fresco dining. A daily breakfast offers continental and buffet options. The property includes a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli for light meals and beverages throughout the day.
Leisure and Wellness
Guests can book massages and treatments at the full-service spa. The hotel features a shared lounge and terrace for relaxation. Nakupenda Beach and Shangani Beach are within walking distance for swimming and sunbathing.
Location and Transportation
Located on a quiet street near the Hyatt in Stone Town, the hotel is a 5-minute walk from the beach and a 10-minute stroll from the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Nearby landmarks include House of Wonders (5-minute walk), Christ Church Cathedral, Old Slave Market, and Hamamni Persian Baths (all 0.5 km). Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 7 km away.
Hotel Services
Services include 24-hour front desk, concierge, and room service. The property provides dry cleaning/laundry services and a hair salon. Safety features include fire extinguishers, a security system, and first aid kits. Staff provide maps with restaurant recommendations and points of interest at check-in.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Allergy-free rooms
- Barber shop
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Cycling
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Leisure/ TV room
- Waxing
- Facial
- Beauty treatment
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
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