About Us

About Us

Located at the heart of stone town, Zanzibar’s historic and prestigious are of Shangani square, Alminar Hotel is surrounded with exclusive night life and is adjacent to the very few top 5 star hotels in stone town within Shangani/kilele square. Less than 50 feet away from the beach, the Alminar hotel is a cozy home away from home while In Zanzibar. All suites feature air-conditioning, traditional Zanzibar beds as well as elegant mosquito nets for your safety and comfort. Rooms are decorated in distinctively African carved wood and Arabian style décor and lighting complimenting the hotel’s unique placement. Alminar will provide you with the true Zanzibar experience with many shops, restaurants cafes’ and other uniquely beautiful sites in the centre of this UNESCO world heritage site of stone town. The Old fort and Forodhani Gardens is just a two minutes walk from the hotel and Zanzibar’s spirit is enveloped in the hotel itself. Winner of Trip advisor 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and rating on booking.com with 8.7, our hotel features classic Zanzibar furnishings, electric generator and exquisite lobby featuring art from the area. The Alminar restaurant offers a stunning rooftop Terrace with beautifully hand crafted wood work, offering unique views of stone town while serving a wide selection of fruits and breakfast.