Zanzibar's Mtoni Marine Centre is situated approximately 4 km north of Stone Town on the beach and close to the large gardens of the first Sultan's palace in Zanzibar.

Mtoni is an ideal location from which to explore Stone Town and the rest of the island, while providing a peaceful retreat from it all, on the beach.

The excellent restaurant is situated right on the water, allowing for both romantic dinners and convivial get togethers. In the evening you can dine barefoot on the sand and under the stars.

The M.V. Umande, a traditional Arab Dhow is resident at the hotel to provide cruises and island trips to our guests at very reasonable rates.

Since the summer 2000 season, Mtoni has made available the new 'Palm Garden' rooms. Cool, fresh and light, these large, tiled rooms have views across the beach and ocean to the four islands of Prison, Snake, Grave and Bawe. After an exciting day of exploration and discovery relax on your verandah and watch the sun sink beneath its bed of waves. The four rooms downstairs have gorgeous large bathrooms with shower only, while the four rooms upstairs have a bath with a view. Very romantic!

Take the first Sultan's Palace (1832), the oldest Persian Baths, the first Zanzibar clove plantation and the birthplace of the Princess Salme, add a luxuriant tropical garden of three hectares, and you will find Mtoni Marine Centre. Set amidst emerald lawns, canopied with palms.

Relaxed, laid-back, and as comfortable as home.