This is a review of 236 Hurumzi's Tower Top Restaurant and not of the hotel as we didn't stay there - but, we did eat at what must be the highest restaurant in Stone Town and it truly was an experience that tears you between telling everyone you know, and keeping it a closely guarded secret. We went there on... more

We decided to go stay at Hurumzi despite the anxiety I had felt about booking there after reading the mostly negative reviews on this site. I had taken one look at the photos on the web and decided that the first night of our honeymoon could not have a better place (the stone baths are what did it for me!)... more

I have to say I love this hotel. Where else can you get your own rooftop tea garden complete with a swing? You have to be willing to put up with a certain amount of.. problems in an old building. In the third world. The dining area up stairs is far more exciting than the food served there. But who... more

Up front, Stone Town in Zanzibar is a very eclectic spot - some people like it, some don't. Dirt, trash, and age sometimes mars what should be a beautiful town - but it is an old and its people are poor - so take that into account when you go. Stone Town is a UN World Heritage Site and is... more

We had very low expectations after reading the reviews, but it was recommended by two travel companies, so we took a chance. We stayed in the Rose Suite, and it was delightful, though quite pricey. The staff, with the exception of the front desk staff, was very friendly and welcoming and were happy to help us with our Swahili, and... more

The inside of the hotel is very atmospheric, with charming rooms, furniture etc. The location is good if you want to stay in Stonetown - but far away from the nicest beaches. Service is not really very friendly and the food is pretty poor. more

236 Hurumzi, former Emerson & Green is well worth a couple of nights if you like views, architecture and atmosphere of the orient. Our room called "South" was on the roof, with a small garden of our own and a outdoor bath, incredibly nice. Their restaurant and enclosed cafe/restaurant served excellent food. Staffmembers very helpful and becoming. There was on... more

I was surprised to see the negative reviews on this site and thought it important to share some of the very positive experiences I had. My experience at Hurumzi was phenomenal. There are a few imperfections that I will mention in a moment, but nothing would keep me away from staying here the next time I travel to Zanzibar. In... more

Please do not go here. Awful, awful. If the town had not been in total darkness, we would have just sat outside for the night. We arrived at 11am but did were not checked into our room until 6pm. After some bizarre excuses for why we could not make it into our requested room (North) - at 3pm it was... more