Skip to main content

Featured hostel destinations

Destination inspiration for your trip – find a hostel

The best hostels in Zanzibar

Check out our pick of great hostels on

Filter by:


Review score

Wonderful: 9+ Very Good: 8+ Good: 7+ Pleasant: 6+
Our top picks Lowest Price First Star rating and price Top reviewed

See the latest prices and deals by choosing your dates.

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. Really good atmosphere and great pool to hang out at. Excellent breakfast and close to the beach

Show more Show less
9.5
Exceptional
186 reviews
Price from
$18
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. Everything! This accommodation was by far the best one we stayed at during our 3-week trip to Tanzania. It features a lot of facilities, including a large and very clean pool, beach volleyball net, slacklining, a treehouse, a bar and restaurant and very well-laid out sunbeds and umbrellas. The WiFi connection was great too. The food at the weekly Wednesday BBQ was abundant and very varied. Breakfast was very tasty, as expected. Overall a great stay 10/10!

Show more Show less
9.2
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 a shared kitchen, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant, a water park and a barbecue. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. 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!

Show more Show less
9.5
Exceptional
8 reviews
Price from
$10
per night

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. Incredibly hospitable management! I highly recommend! What a friendly place to go to and visit. Best in Paje! Manager Miro is fabulous! You can count on him whatever you need anything! We organized a safari in hostel and was fantastic.Very well organized hostel few seconds from the Paje beach. Food is homemade taste delicious. Drinks at the bar are yummy and with fer prices 1-5$ . I will definitely come back again!

Show more Show less
8.9
Excellent
1,083 reviews
Price from
$28
per night

Shoki Shoki Hostel

Zanzibar City

Situated in Zanzibar City and within 400 metres of Stone Town Beach, Shoki Shoki Hostel has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is around 800 metres from Old Dispensary, 200 metres from St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral and 100 metres from Old Fort of Zanzibar. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and a tour desk for guests. Wonderful staff, easy to make friends and easy to get around

Show more Show less
8.2
Very Good
716 reviews
Price from
$22.50
per night

Sanaa Hostel

Zanzibar City

Sanaa Hostel is located on the beachfront in Zanzibar City, 400 metres from Stone Town Beach and 500 metres from Peace Memorial Museum. The property is set less than 1 km from House of Wonders, a 12-minute walk from Sultan's Palace, Zanzibar and 1.2 km from Old Dispensary. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and currency exchange for guests. They make you feel as you are at home. Big amount of fruits and vegges for breakfast with super tasty coffe, tea and fresh fruit juice.

Show more Show less
8.1
Very Good
128 reviews
Price from
$20
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 property was close to the beach, staff was lovely. Breakfast was decent.

Show more Show less
8.5
Very Good
595 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!

Show more Show less
8.6
Excellent
425 reviews
Price from
$21
per night

Drifters Zanzibar

Paje Beach, Paje

Situated in Paje, a few steps from Paje Beach, Drifters Zanzibar features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a bar. The hostel has an outdoor swimming pool and luggage storage space and free WiFi throughout the property. Great vibes, great people, great food - if I come back to Paje I would definitely stay there again! :)

Show more Show less
8
Very Good
524 reviews
Price from
$15
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. Super cute, quaint and clean. Great location near beach

Show more Show less
8.6
Excellent
37 reviews
Price from
$40
per night

Most booked hostels in Zanzibar this month

FAQs about hostels in Zanzibar

Hostels that guests love in Zanzibar