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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. Our stay at Olamanga was amazing! From the first moment, we felt very welcome. The location is perfect. The rooms are comfortable and well decorated. Everything is clean and well organized. The food is delicious. All the staff are kind and friendly.

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9.1
Wonderful
202 reviews
Price from
$94.05
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. Great stay, delicious breakfast and great hosts! Thank you

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9.2
Wonderful
261 reviews
Price from
$78.40
per night

HOMELAND SWAHILI LODGE Nungwi Backpacker Apartments BUDGET

Nungwi

Close to both Royal Beach and Nungwi Beach, HOMELAND SWAHILI LODGE Nungwi Backpacker Apartments BUDGET is situated in Nungwi and has a hot tub and garden. This guest house features free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, full-day security and currency exchange for guests. Very friendly staff and met very friendly fellow travellers. The communal spaces are really excellent, welcoming and comfortable. The two huge hammocks are wonderful. Very good location. Our experience at Homeland Swahili was wonderful. Excellent breakfast

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9.1
Wonderful
225 reviews
Price from
$10
per night

Minah Bungalows

Nungwi

Continental and vegetarian breakfast options with pancakes, fruits and juice are available. At the guest house, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner, lunch and brunch and serves African cuisine. Staff here are the best, which, very nice, genuine people and always there to help if needed. Marina she is lovely and always smiling!!

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9
Wonderful
199 reviews
Price from
$45
per night

Carpe Diem Nungwi

Nungwi Beach, Nungwi

Certain units in the guest house have private entrance and are equipped with wardrobe and outdoor furniture. The units come with a private bathroom with free toiletries, while some rooms come with a fully equipped kitchen with kitchenware. At the guest house, all units come with bed linen and towels. We spend a lot of time in so many accomodations, but this one is the best!!! And the owners are realy nice, helpfull and awesome people!!! ❤️🧡❤️

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9.1
Wonderful
209 reviews
Price from
$34.20
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. Property was super cozy, clean only 5 minutes walk to the beach with a tasty breakfast & a friendly host and people

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9.2
Wonderful
433 reviews
Price from
$71.40
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. The location, right on the beach. The garden settling overlooking the sea is very relaxing where you have a perfect view of all the fishing activities. The coconut fish curry we had for dinner was excellent. All the staff are very friendly and helpful - where you felt it was more like a home and you were not just another number passing through. I liked the massage from Caroline - healing hands - very thorough. It is a nature inspired designs.

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9.7
Exceptional
297 reviews
Price from
$61
per night

Zanzistar Lodge

Jambiani Beach, Jambiani

Set in Jambiani, in the middle of a local village , Zanzistar Lodge boasts a sun terrace with outdoor pool and is located just a short stroll away from the beach.

Surrounded by banana trees, guests can enjoy a meal at the garden restaurant and a fresh fruit juice or cocktail at the bar. Free WiFi is available. The staff was extremely friendly, helpful and superkind. They were looking for all our wishes and were keen on providing the best experience. The bar in the seaside was awesome with supergood foods, juices and coctails. Chilling atmosphere, sense of privacy and beautiful seaview.

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9
Wonderful
459 reviews
Price from
$63.75
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. The hosts, the food and the service were exceptional. Helwas is a small family hotel with a great, friendly atmosphere and top accommodation. We were group of 5 and we had amazing time at Helwas! Big thanks to Jeffrey and Ursula (our host) for the good vibes and the hospitality!

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9.4
Wonderful
135 reviews
Price from
$112.70
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. Great location over looking the Indian Ocean. Perfect for sun rises and direct access to the white sandy beach.

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9
Wonderful
218 reviews
Price from
$84.60
per night

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