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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. The property was built in 2023 and has accommodation with a patio. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. Our stay at Olamanga Beach Villas in Zanzibar was truly unforgettable. The property is stunning, exuding authenticity and offering a serene, retreat-like atmosphere—an ideal spot for relaxation. The breakfast was exceptional, with eggs, toast, an array of fresh fruits, and incredible smoothies, making it the perfect start to each day. Lee and Raluu are outstanding hosts who go above and beyond to ensure a great experience. The trips we booked through them were fantastic and trustworthy. We can't recommend this place highly enough and will definitely return!

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9.4
Superb
159 reviews
Price from
£64
per night

MITI Beach Bungalows

Nungwi

Situated in Nungwi, within 500 metres of Supermarket and less than 1 km of East Africa Diving, MITI Beach Bungalows features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. 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
411 reviews
Price from
£72
per night

Mama Root

Kizimkazi Beach, Kizimkazi

Featuring a private beach area, garden and views of garden, Mama Root is located in Kizimkazi, a few steps from Kizimkazi Mkunguni Beach. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the guest house's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. The place was cozy and it was comfortable. The food was also excellent❤️ Olivia is a lovely host she takes care of everything with patient, everything was so well organised, thank you!

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9.7
Exceptional
297 reviews
Price from
£47
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. Beautiful hotel just outside Paje, you can take long beach walks and watch beautiful sunrise, staff and owners are lovely and very helpful . Hotel is maintained to the highest standard. Loved it

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9.3
Superb
105 reviews
Price from
£63
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.

The spacious rooms have views of the palm grove garden or the Indian Ocean, and include terraces with seating areas. Free Wi-Fi is available is all areas. Amazing place in the paradise. The owners are very friendly and nice, the restaurant is very good. I highly recommend !

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9.2
Superb
201 reviews
Price from
£87
per night

Villa tangawizi kendwa

Kendwa Beach, Kendwa

Situated in Kendwa, within 300 metres of Kendwa Beach and 2.4 km of Royal Beach, Villa tangawizi kendwa features accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property has sea views and is 40 km from Kichwele Forest Reserve and 45 km from Mangapwani Coral Cave. They were very kind and helpful

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9.3
Superb
6 reviews
Price from
£62
per night

Garden pearls

Nungwi

Featuring a garden and views of inner courtyard, Garden pearls is a recently renovated guest house located in Nungwi, 1.3 km from Kendwa Beach. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The guest house provides garden views, an outdoor fireplace and a 24-hour front desk. Very nice and clean room in a nice house. And Victor so friendly and helpful. Plenty, tasty breakfast. As we like to stay away from the beaches and prefer walking it is no issue that the property is situated a bit away, along the main road.Not very much sounds from the trafic.

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9.6
Exceptional
72 reviews
Price from
£33
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. The accommodation is 200 m away from the beach and numerous restaurants and beach bars. Trevor was an amazing host and took his time to show me around Zanzibar and teach me some of the local lingo. I really enjoyed my stay at Gecko house.

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9.8
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

Maracuja villa Zanzibar

Bwejuu Beach, Bwejuu

Featuring a patio with pool views, a private beach area and an outdoor swimming pool, Maracuja villa Zanzibar can be found in Bwejuu, close to Bwejuu Beach and 16 km from Jozani Forest. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Staff on-site can arrange a shuttle service. Everything was perfekt, Musa was best manager. If you need something he was all time helpfull. I can just recomended this villa. We come back for sure when are in Zanzibar.

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9.1
Superb
18 reviews
Price from
£73
per night

wannas house

Nungwi

Less than 1 km from Nungwi Beach, wannas house is a recently renovated property set in Nungwi and offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay. The guest house has family rooms. Super friendly and flexible staff , well located accommodation in the heart of nungwi , super clean and daily housekeeping room service .

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9
Superb
41 reviews
Price from
£37
per night

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