What are the best points hotels in Zanzibar?

The top points hotels in Zanzibar include Hyatt Regency Dar es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro (12,000 Hyatt points, 7.29¢ CPP), Nungwi Dreams by Mantis (6,941 Accor points, 2.31¢ CPP), Park Hyatt Zanzibar (25,667 Hyatt points, 2.06¢ CPP). The best value redemption offers 7.29¢ per point via Hyatt.

How many points do I need for a hotel in Zanzibar?

Hotels in Zanzibar start from 12,000 points per night. Cash rates average $66 - $875.08/night. Available programs include Hyatt, Accor, Wyndham, Marriott, IHG.

When is the best time to visit Zanzibar?

The best time to visit Zanzibar is Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct.

Which loyalty programs have hotels in Zanzibar?

Zanzibar has hotels bookable with Hyatt, Accor, Wyndham, Marriott, IHG points. We found 9 properties across these programs with CPP values up to 7.29¢.

Is it worth using points in Zanzibar or paying cash?

With CPP values up to 7.29¢ via Hyatt, using points in Zanzibar can deliver significantly more value than cash-back redemptions (typically 1¢ per point). Any redemption above 1.5¢ CPP is considered a good use of points.

How do I transfer credit card points for Zanzibar hotels?

You can transfer points from Chase Ultimate Rewards, Amex Membership Rewards, Citi ThankYou Points, Capital One Miles, or Bilt Rewards to hotel programs like Hyatt, Accor, Wyndham, Marriott, IHG. Use our calculator to find the best transfer path and check for active transfer bonuses.

Are there transfer bonuses for Zanzibar hotel programs?

Transfer bonuses of 20-40% are offered periodically by credit card issuers. These can dramatically improve your CPP value. Check our calculator page for currently active transfer bonuses to Hyatt, Accor, Wyndham, Marriott, IHG.

Zanzibar

Indian Ocean · Tanzania

Best Months

Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct

Rec. Nights

5 nights

Airports

ZNZ (Abeid Amani Karume)

Avg. Cash

$66 - $875.08/night

Best Value

7.3¢via Hyatt

Overview

Zanzibar is a semi-autonomous archipelago off the coast of Tanzania that feels like stepping into another era -- a place where the intoxicating aromas of clove, cinnamon, and vanilla drift through the narrow alleys of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a centuries-old blend of African, Arab, Indian, and Portuguese influences.

For points travelers, Zanzibar's crown jewel is the Park Hyatt Zanzibar, located in a restored historic building on the Stone Town waterfront. As a Category 5 Hyatt property, it can be booked for as few as 25,000 points per night -- remarkable for a luxury Park Hyatt with cash rates typically $500-$700.

Zanzibar also pairs beautifully with a Tanzanian safari. The island offers world-class diving and snorkeling around Mnemba Atoll, dolphin tours, and spice farm excursions that connect you to the island's rich trading heritage.

Cash vs Points

Hotels in Zanzibar range from $66 to $875.08 per night. Points redemptions offer 7.29+ cents per point value.

Points Hotel Recommendations

9 properties in Zanzibar bookable with points, sorted by value

Hotel	Program
Hyatt Regency Dar es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro	Hyatt	12,000	$875	7.3¢
Nungwi Dreams by Mantis	Accor	6,941	$160	2.3¢
Park Hyatt Zanzibar	Hyatt	25,667	$530	2.1¢
Ramada Resort by Wyndham Dar es Salaam	Wyndham	15,000	$229	1.5¢
Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa	Marriott	20,133	$169	0.8¢
Delta Hotels Dar es Salaam	Marriott	21,661	$169	0.8¢
Protea Hotel Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay	Marriott	20,461	$156	0.8¢
Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Centre	IHG	13,333	$66	0.5¢
Crowne Plaza Dar Es Salaam	IHG	18,944	$90	0.5¢

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Transfer Points Strategy

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Best Value

If you have Points:

Hyatt Regency Dar es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro

HyattHyatt (1:1)Hyatt Regency Dar es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro

Cost12,000 pts/night × 5n = 60,000 Hyatt

Value$4,375.4 ÷ 60,000 pts= 7.3¢

Transfer time: Instant

Transfer to Hyatt Book on Hyatt.com

If you have ALL Points:

Nungwi Dreams by Mantis

AccorAccor (1:1)Nungwi Dreams by Mantis

Cost6,941 pts/night × 5n = 34,705 Accor

Value$800 ÷ 34,705 pts= 2.3¢

Transfer time: Instant

Transfer to Accor Book on Accor.com

If you have Points:

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Dar es Salaam

WyndhamWyndham (1:1)Ramada Resort by Wyndham Dar es Salaam

Cost15,000 pts/night × 5n = 75,000 Wyndham

Value$1,145 ÷ 75,000 pts= 1.5¢

Transfer time: Instant

Transfer to Wyndham Book on Wyndham.com

If you have Marriott Bonvoy Points:

Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa

MarriottMarriott (1:1)Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa

Cost20,133 pts/night × 5n = 100,665 Marriott

Value$845 ÷ 100,665 pts= 0.8¢

Transfer time: Instant

Transfer to Marriott Book on Marriott.com

If you have IHG One Rewards Points:

Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Centre

IHGIHG (1:1)Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Centre

Cost13,333 pts/night × 5n = 66,665 IHG

Value$330 ÷ 66,665 pts= 0.5¢

Transfer time: Instant

Transfer to IHG Book on IHG.com

How to Earn Points for This Trip

The best hotels in Zanzibar use World of Hyatt, Accor Live Limitless (ALL), Wyndham Rewards, Marriott Bonvoy, and IHG One Rewards points. Here’s how to earn them:

Best Option

IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card

IHG

$99

Annual Fee

140,000 IHG One Rewards points — transfers earns IHG One Rewards points directly

140K bonus points — enough for 3-5 free nights at many IHG properties
Earn 26x total at IHG properties and 5x on travel, dining, and gas
4th night free on IHG award stays (saves 25% on 4-night bookings)

IHG One Rewards

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Chase Sapphire Preferred®

Chase UR

$95

Annual Fee

75,000 Ultimate Rewards points — transfers earns World of Hyatt points directly, earns Marriott Bonvoy points directly

Earn 5x on travel through Chase Travel℠
Earn 3x on dining, select streaming, and online groceries
1:1 transfer to Hyatt, Marriott, and IHG

World of Hyatt

Marriott Bonvoy

IHG One Rewards

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World of Hyatt Credit Card

Hyatt

$95

Annual Fee

60,000 Hyatt points + free night (Cat 1-4) — transfers earns World of Hyatt points directly

Earn 4x at Hyatt hotels and 2x on dining, travel, and gym memberships
Free night certificate annually (Cat 1-4) worth up to $300+
Automatic Discoverist elite status

World of Hyatt

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Bilt Mastercard®

Bilt

Annual Fee

earns World of Hyatt points directly, earns Marriott Bonvoy points directly — only card that earns points on rent — transfers 1:1 to all major hotels

Earn 1x points on rent with no transaction fees (up to 100,000 pts/yr)
Earn 3x on dining and 2x on travel
Transfer 1:1 to Hyatt, Marriott, IHG, and Hilton

World of Hyatt

Marriott Bonvoy

IHG One Rewards

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Chase Sapphire Reserve

Chase UR

$795

Annual Fee

125,000 Ultimate Rewards points after $6,000 spend in 3 months — transfers earns World of Hyatt points directly, earns Marriott Bonvoy points directly

Earn 8x on all purchases through Chase Travel
Earn 4x on flights and hotels booked direct, 3x on dining
$300 annual travel credit automatically applied

World of Hyatt

Marriott Bonvoy

IHG One Rewards

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Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® Credit Card

Marriott

$95

Annual Fee

3 free night awards (each up to 50,000 points value) — earns Marriott Bonvoy points directly

Welcome offer: 3 free night awards (each worth up to 50,000 points)
Earn 6x at Marriott properties and 2x on all other purchases
Free night award annually (up to 35,000 points value)

Marriott Bonvoy

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Travel Tips

Best Time to Visit

Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct

Getting There

ZNZ (Abeid Amani Karume)

Visa & Entry

Check your country's requirements

Budget

From $66/night

Packing Essentials

Pack for the climate

Cultural Tips

Respect local customs

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Zanzibar

Overview

Cash vs Points

Points Hotel Recommendations

Hyatt Regency Dar es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro

Nungwi Dreams by Mantis

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Dar es Salaam

Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa

Delta Hotels Dar es Salaam

Protea Hotel Dar es Salaam Oyster Bay

Holiday Inn Dar Es Salaam City Centre

Crowne Plaza Dar Es Salaam

Transfer Points Strategy

If you have Points:

If you have ALL Points:

If you have Points:

If you have Marriott Bonvoy Points:

If you have IHG One Rewards Points:

How to Earn Points for This Trip

IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card

Chase Sapphire Preferred®

World of Hyatt Credit Card

Bilt Mastercard®

Chase Sapphire Reserve

Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® Credit Card

Travel Tips

Best Time to Visit

Getting There

Visa & Entry

Budget

Packing Essentials

Cultural Tips

Ask AI About Zanzibar

How to Earn Points for This Trip

IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card

Chase Sapphire Preferred®

World of Hyatt Credit Card

Bilt Mastercard®

Chase Sapphire Reserve

Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® Credit Card