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Olamanga Beach Villa Adults Only

Jambiani Beach, Jambiani

A few steps from Jambiani Beach, Olamanga Beach Villa Adults Only is a recently renovated property situated in Jambiani and features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and parking on-site. Guests staying at this guest house have access to a patio. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. Nice and Cozy Place …. Highly recommended

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9.3
Superb
190 reviews
Price from
£88
per night

Tamu House Pajé Beach

Paje

300 metres from Paje Beach, Tamu House Pajé Beach is a recently renovated property situated in Paje and features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. The guest house has parking on-site, a fitness room and a 24-hour front desk. The fact that we stayed for 2 extra nights says a lot. Rooms were big and clean and the hosts made us feel at home. After previous, more expensive accomodation, we were pleasently surprised as it is very budget friendly but also has everything we need. It is like in pictures plus very close to the beach. The owner was taking us to amazing places around. We would definitely come back.

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9
Superb
301 reviews
Price from
£10
per night

Chokoro House

Paje Beach, Paje

The units at the inn are fitted with a seating area. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, some units at Chokoro House also feature a terrace. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. The place is amazing, the room is stylish, comfortable and well equipped. Very close to the beach, with free access to the beach through the hotel nearby. The breakfast was delicious.

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9.4
Superb
255 reviews
Price from
£102
per night

MITI Beach Bungalows

Nungwi

The air-conditioned guest house consists of 1 separate bedroom, 1 bathroom with a hair dryer, and a seating area. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area. The guest house offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. We loved this property! It was so serene and relaxing. The staff was so friendly and helpful and the food was delicious. Super close to the beach and walking distance from great restaurants and bars.

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9.3
Superb
420 reviews
Price from
£71
per night

Mama Root

Kizimkazi Beach, Kizimkazi

Located in Kizimkazi, within a few steps of Kizimkazi Mkunguni Beach and 2.4 km of Kizimkazi Dimbani Beach, Mama Root provides accommodation with a private beach area and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Situated on the beachfront, this property features a garden. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the guest house's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. everything place is clean, bed comfortable, there are storage spaces, bathroom is big with hot water, owner is almost always there to help, outside it is made for relax with mant places where to sit or lie down

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9.7
Exceptional
293 reviews
Price from
£53
per night

Helwas Zanzibar Beach Hotel

Bwejuu

Offering a restaurant and a private beach area, Helwas Zanzibar Beach Hotel is located in Bwejuu. Free WiFi access is available.

Each room here will provide you with air conditioning and a terrace. Private bathroom also comes with a shower. There are many things to like about the hotel but the main reasons are the owners, who are passionate about hospitality and very professional. All their staff is also very friendly and attentive to the guests, there is a genuinely good atmosphere in this hotel. Another great asset is the restaurant. Food is simple, with fresh and healthy ingredients, and it tastes amazing. If you are unfortunate enough to have booked your stay in a different hotel, you can at least make it up by eating at Helwa's. All the best to Helwa's and happy anniversary!

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9.3
Superb
121 reviews
Price from
£97
per night

Zanzibar House Boutique Hotel

Matemwe

Situated on a private sand beach overlooking the Indian Ocean, Zanzibar House in Matemwe features a swimming pool and bar. Scuba diving and snorkeling opportunities are also available.

Our House Keeping is done twice a day, Morning and during Dinner time.

Guests at Zanzibar House can enjoy both International and traditional Zanzibari dishes at the restaurant. I loved everything Small boutique hotel right on the beautiful and quiet beach Room was very clean and spacious Hospitality of the owners and staff Great food and services

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9.2
Superb
213 reviews
Price from
£72
per night

Jawda Star

Nungwi

Located within 400 metres of Nungwi Beach and 2.1 km of Royal Beach, Jawda Star provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Nungwi. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The guest house features family rooms. New construction, good bed, all clean, including the bathroom, good position, good breakfast, safe, host very kind,I will come back again...for meals I recommend Maisha beach, 5 min walking...

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9.2
Superb
9 reviews
Price from
£36
per night

Garden pearls

Nungwi

The units at the guest house feature private entrance and soundproofing so guests can enjoy a peaceful stay. With a private bathroom equipped with a walk-in shower and free toiletries, units at the guest house also offer free WiFi, while selected rooms have a terrace. At the guest house, all units come with bed linen and towels. Beautiful place, wonderful location, clean, friendly stuff. Excellent value for the money

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9.6
Exceptional
81 reviews
Price from
£31
per night

Gecko House

Jambiani Beach, Jambiani

Set just 200 metres from Jambiani Beach, Gecko House offers accommodation in Jambiani with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Guests can book themselves in for fitness classes or yoga classes.

Towels and bed linen are featured in the guest house. The accommodation is non-smoking.

The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire and car hire are available at the guest house. Excellent place, with a balcony with a beautiful view of the beach, spacious, new facilities and safe. Prosper, the host, extremely friendly, helped us and gave us all the necessary information to get to know the area. Note: there is a bar around the corner, where you can eat very well, abundant and at a good price.

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9.8
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
£24
per night

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