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Jambiani Backpackers Hostel

Jambiani

Located in Jambiani, a few steps from Paje Beach, Jambiani Backpackers Hostel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area. Featuring free shuttle service, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. A terrace, an on-site bar and shared lounge are available. This place is amazing! My favorite mornings: having that delicious breakfast (there are three options) sitting in the pool! I spent 3 nights, including new years eve, and it was the best energy ever! With the other guests and the people working there. Mohamed is very helpful: he organised a great dinner for the 31st and then he paid for our taxis ( we were a group of 25 aprox) to go to paje to the celebration. Very nice gesture. It was the best to have decided to spend those nights in there. Some people that i met there we became travel buddies. Great atmosphere! 100% reccomended

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9.6
Exceptional
200 reviews
Price from
$19.80
per night

New Teddy's on the Beach

Jambiani Beach, Jambiani

The daily breakfast offers à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish options. At the hostel you will find a restaurant serving international cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and vegan options can also be requested. The property is just a little gem. We had a very nice reception by Selina and other staff. We got an upgrade in a newly built appartment for our little family and we enjoyed the holidays really. The food was very good. It‘s also a good place for single travellers - especially women.

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9.3
Wonderful
736 reviews
Price from
$24
per night

Rafiki Backpackers-hostel

Nungwi

Situated in Nungwi, 1.3 km from Nungwi Beach, Rafiki Backpackers-hostel features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area. Boasting room service, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant, a water park and a barbecue. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. My stay at the East Sandbank Apartment in Zanzibar was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed with warm hospitality that truly made this trip memorable. The owner's willingness to go above and beyond to make guests feel comfortable is truly commendable. Offering lifts to the beach and restaurants was a fantastic convenience, making exploring the beautiful surroundings effortless. The breakfast served here was a delightful surprise. Fresh fruits galore, alongside a delicious spread, provided a perfect start to each day. It's evident that attention to detail and guest satisfaction are top priorities at East Sandbank. The seaside location was idyllic, allowing me to unwind and enjoy the stunning views. Clean and well-maintained, the apartment provided a comfortable retreat after a day of adventures. I can wholeheartedly recommend East Sandbank Apartment to anyone seeking a tranquil seaside escape with a gracious host. I'm already looking forward to returning to this wonderful place. Thank you for making my stay in Zanzibar truly special!

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9.5
Exceptional
10 reviews
Price from
$10
per night

Liquid Life by Buccaneer

Paje

Set in Paje, a few steps from Paje Beach, Liquid Life by Buccaneer offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a bar. 20 km from Jozani Forest, the hostel provides massage services and barbecue facilities. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are featured. The staff was amazing. they went above and beyond to answer all our needs, from our late arrival to bike rental to book a boat tour to blue lagoon at last minute or book a taxi to Jonazi forest. Just amazing staff. wifi is good, as well. property was quiet. nice and clean pool. great location, not far from the beach and everything….

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9
Wonderful
76 reviews
Price from
$14
per night

Sunny House Paje II

Paje Beach, Paje

Sunny House Paje II is situated in Paje, 13 km from Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park. The property is close to Paje Beach, Airborne Kite & Surf Village and Paje By Kite - Zanzibar. The property is 400 metres from Supermarket (Paje) and a 19-minute walk from Zanzibar Kite Paradise. Sara and Axel thank you for your consideration and mindfulness!

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9
Wonderful
40 reviews

Your Zanzibar Place

Paje Beach, Paje

Situated in Paje, a few steps from Paje Beach, Your Zanzibar Place features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Guests can grab a bite to eat in the restaurant or a drink at the bar and free WiFi is available.

You can play table tennis and darts at the hostel, and bike hire is available. This was a great place to stay in Paje. Super close to the beach and I was surprised that their kitchen had super delicious food that is not expensive. The staff and owner immediately make you feel at home and after staying in many hostels around Tanzania I’d say this was one of my experiences! Would definitely love to come back!

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8.9
Excellent
1,060 reviews
Price from
$24
per night

Green's Nungwi

Nungwi Beach, Nungwi

A calm cozy hostel with a relaxing garden, perfect for younger backpackers and solo travelers conveniently located in the Nungwi Beach district of Nungwi, Green's Nungwi is situated 200 meters from Supermarket, 400 meters from East Africa Divers and 500 metres from World Wide Supermarket. The property is located 300 meters from Nungwi Beach. The accommodation offers a 24-hour security, a shared kitchen. A pool under the palms in the Green garden. the personnel is very hospitable especially Mohammed he was always there for whatever we needed. the place looks amazing, very green and clean. We had a better room than the one we booked.

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8.5
Very Good
581 reviews
Price from
$25
per night

Stone Town House

Zanzibar City

Popular points of interest near the hostel include Peace Memorial Museum, St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral and Old Fort of Zanzibar. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 7 km from the property. Excellent and affordable hostel with genuinely helpful and kind staff. Simon in particular really went out of his way to get information for guests and to make them feel welcome!

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8.6
Excellent
438 reviews
Price from
$28
per night

Villa Upendo Paje

Paje Beach, Paje

Located in Paje and within 100 metres of Paje Beach, Villa Upendo Paje features a terrace, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests.

At the hostel, each room has a wardrobe. Guest rooms at Villa Upendo Paje are equipped with a private bathroom and bed linen. 10/10 couldn’t fault a single thing! Great location close to the beach and plenty of restaurants. Room cleaning offered on a daily basis. Mariam was the perfect host, offered us breakfast and dinner & drinks free of charge multiple times. I fell ill whilst staying here and the hospitality was better than anything I could’ve imagined she got me medicine, regularly checked in and monitored me.

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8.5
Very Good
43 reviews
Price from
$40
per night

Coconuts Bandas

Jambiani

Set in Jambiani, Coconuts Bandas offers beachfront accommodation a few steps from Paje Beach and offers various facilities, such as a private beach area, a restaurant and a bar. The accommodation features evening entertainment and free WiFi.

All guest rooms at the hostel come with a shared bathroom and bed linen. I stayed 2 nights at Coconuts Bandas which is such a lovely place right on the beach of Jambiani. Breakfast is served in the little restaurant that belongs to the accommodation with cozy sofas and great atmosphere.The breakfast was great with different options, i had lunch and dinner there as well, everything freshly homemade cooked with many vegan options. The staff was very friendly and gave me recommendations for the area plus they helped me to arrange a taxi. Wake up and take a long walk on the beach at sunrise, you will definitely enjoy this beautiful spot. Highly recommended:)

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8.2
Very Good
5 reviews
Price from
$20.25
per night

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