Protea Hotel by Marriott Zanzibar Mbweni Ruins
Plot Number 143/93, Mbweni Street, Kiembe Samakie, Zanzibar, Tanzania
+255 242 235 478
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8.5
Excellent
based on 272 reviews
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Good to know
| Distance to city centre | 5.2 km |
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| Location rating | 9.8 |
| Nearest airport | Zanzibar Kisauni |
| Distance to airport | 2.9 km |
Rooms
Superior rooms
€101+
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€115
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€138
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€152
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€165
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Double rooms
€161+
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€161
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Standard rooms
€140+
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King bed
€140
per night
Reviews
Pros
| "The view was nice." | (in 5 reviews) |
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| "Rooms renovated nicely recently." | (in 12 reviews) |
| "The room was a little cramped." | (in 6 reviews) |
Cons
| "The breakfast was poor." | (in 6 reviews) |
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| bit too expensive | in 9 reviews |
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| breakfast is a good | in 13 reviews |
| comfortable hotel | in 16 reviews |
| excellent service | in 19 reviews |
| good buffet | in 4 reviews |
| good food | in 10 reviews |
| great location | in 13 reviews |
| hectic week | in 3 reviews |
| little cramped | in 6 reviews |
| location with beach | in 26 reviews |
| lunch and dinner menu | in 11 reviews |
| price of the room | in 9 reviews |
| quiet secluded | in 6 reviews |
| room nice | in 18 reviews |
| shuttle bus | in 15 reviews |
| staff excellent | in 34 reviews |
| stone town | in 17 reviews |
| view is nice | in 14 reviews |
| wear a smile | in 6 reviews |
| white sand | in 5 reviews |
| wifi in the room | in 4 reviews |
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ExcellentJul 201910.0
Location, staff personal attention and the food
Nothing was wrong, was perfect thanks
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ExcellentJun 201910.0
Good location for Chumbe Island which was the main reason for staying. Novel hotel layout amongst the Mbweni House ruins.
Nothing to dislike although the room was on the slightly smaller side but with a great shower!
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ExcellentMay 20198.3
Excellent location, close to the beach, fantastic views. Rooms were clean and comfortable
The reception area does not match the rooms. It is poorly constructed, walkways are not paved.
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ExcellentFeb 201910.0
Good variety and plentiful.
The wifi was very average.
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GoodFeb 20197.1
Nice large room with airconditionning
Very bad internet connection and slimy bottom in the sea. I expected nice, white sand and clear water
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About
Overview
The only Protea in the beautiful Zanzibar, Protea Hotel Zanzibar Mbweni Ruins provides the perfect choice for both beach and Stone Town holidays in Zanzibar. We are located amidst Mbweni Ruins dating back to 1870s and a beautiful botanical garden. The hotel is ten minutes away from Stone Town, airport, ferry terminal and the CBD of Zanzibar. Protea Hotel Zanzibar Mbweni Ruins is a cozy boutique hotel offering serene accommodations amidst a rare blend of history, greenery and ocean with a beautiful beach. Traditional Zanzibar hospitality at its best is offered at an affordable price. It’s a hotel that complements your travel style. The site where the hotel is built was once an old Arab House, which was then bought by UMCA missionaries in 1871 to build a school for girls. The hotel makes a perfect base for exploring Stone Town. Please contact the hotel directly for any further information, info@phmbweniruins.com.
Marriott
Features
8.5 Excellent
based on 272 reviews
9.8
Location
9.6
Beach
2.5
Pool
1.9
WiFi
Things to know
- Nice building
- Beach nearby
- Good shuttle service
Check in |
14:00 |
Check out |
11:00 |
Cancellation/pre-payment
Policies vary by room type and provider.
AMENITIES
Complimentary breakfast
Free Wi-Fi
Business centre
Internet
Concierge service
Currency exchange on-site
Spa
Outdoor pool
No smoking
Restaurant
Air-conditioned
24-hour front desk
Safe
Airport Shuttle (Surcharge)
Free parking
Designated smoking area
Storage available
Beachfront
Terrace/Patio
Massage
Laundry service
Beauty salon
Pets not allowed
Wedding services
Cribs available
Cable or satellite TV
Babysitting or child care
Laundry facilities
Room service
Bicycle hire
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Balcony (4)
Bedroom (7)
Outdoors (2)
Patio (2)
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Reviews about Protea Hotel by Marriott Zanzibar Mbweni Ruins
“Location, staff personal attention and the food”
“Good location for Chumbe Island which was the main reason for staying. Novel hotel layout amongst the Mbweni House ruins.”
“Excellent location, close to the beach, fantastic views. Rooms were clean and comfortable”
“Nice large room with airconditionning”
“Good variety and plentiful.”
Location
Most popular landmarks
- Slave Chambers 5.3 km
- Christ Church 5.4 km
- Stone Town 5.4 km
- Old Fort 5.6 km
- House of Wonders 5.6 km
- Stone Town Beach 5.7 km
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Getting around
| Zanzibar Kisauni | 2.9 km |
|---|---|
| Dar Es Salaam | 74 km |
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