Princess Salme Inn

Princess Salme Inn, a 3-star bed and breakfast in Zanzibar, offers budget-friendly accommodations with free WiFi and air conditioning. The recently renovated property features family rooms with private bathrooms and walk-in showers, each equipped with a flat-screen TV, work desk, and wardrobe. A buffet and à la carte breakfast is served daily, including local specialities, juice, pancakes, and fruits, with a child-friendly buffet available. Guests can dine at the on-site terrace restaurant serving local and international cuisine, or request simple snacks for a themed dining experience. The inn provides a 24-hour front desk, express check-in/check-out, concierge service, daily housekeeping, luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a tour desk. A paid airport shuttle connects to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 7 km away. Located within a 4-minute walk of Stone Town Beach, Princess Salme Inn is also near Peace Memorial Museum, Old Fort of Zanzibar, and Hamamni Persian Baths. Scenic sea views are available in select rooms, and the property offers free WiFi, with internet services available throughout. Safety features include CCTV in common areas, fire extinguishers, and a safety deposit box. The inn is accessible only by foot through narrow streets, but provides direct access to local cultural sites and the harbour for ferry and boat services.

Staff are consistently described as friendly, supportive, and accommodating, with hosts like Gertrude and Emanuel going above and beyond.

Location is central within Stone Town, a 5-minute walk to the ferry terminal and close to major historical attractions and restaurants.

Rooms are spacious and clean, offering good value for budget travelers, with some rooms large enough for small families.

Breakfast is praised as better than average, with a good variety and reasonable prices for additional items.

The hotel is secure with a locked outer door, and the reception team provides helpful tips for exploring the area.

Street noise from motorcycles can be heard at night, especially in ground-floor rooms.

Some rooms lack tea/coffee makers, and the decor is very simple with minimal decoration.