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Located in Mtende, 22 miles from Zanzibar Butterfly Centre, Baobab Africa Lodge Zanzibar has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Offering a bar, the property is located within 22 miles of Jozani Forest. The property provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, a concierge service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, every room includes a closet. The rooms come with a private bathroom with a shower, while selected rooms also feature a balcony and others also feature pool views. All rooms at Baobab Africa Lodge Zanzibar feature air conditioning and a safety deposit box. An à la carte breakfast is available every morning at the accommodation. At Baobab Africa Lodge Zanzibar you'll find a restaurant serving Local and International cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and gluten-free options can also be requested. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 43 miles from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom :
1 sofa bed
and
1 queen bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
1 sofa bed
and
1 queen bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.1
Free Wifi
8.8
High score for Mtende
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Itamar
    Israel Israel
    The village next door is amazing. The beach is being. The place is small and boutique and the food is great.
  • Eva
    United States of America United States of America
    The staff were all wonderfully friendly and eager to please. The hotel was set at the edge of a village and, with a tiny bit of effort, we felt like we got a small glimpse of the lives of local people. Also, dining in a giant baobab tree was...
  • Shaumika
    United States of America United States of America
    It looked exactly like the pics, staff was so friendly and accommodating. It was so serene and peaceful.
  • Brenda
    United States of America United States of America
    Still this lodge was very comfortable, the setting like a paradise and the staff so incredibly friendly, helpful and engaging. I could easily walk to the breathtaking seashore nearby that was dramatic in high and low tide. The chef was fantastic...
  • Kimberly
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Nice place to connect with Zanzibar vibes, The staff it was very kindly, good food, and the it’s close to the beach, definitely its good value.
  • Frédéric
    France France
    The nice atmosphere with the pool, the baobabs. The staff is very friendly. Food was good, octopus is excellent! Very close to Mtende beach.
  • Faiz
    United States of America United States of America
    I travelled with my kids and to be honest this place did not feel like a lodge or hotel, it felt like home away from home. Everyone from the owners Eric and Sophie to all the staff were so warm, friendly and welcoming. They made it so hard for us...
  • Evan
    Canada Canada
    Food was great. Unique property with the big baobab tree. Staff were friendly and accommodating.
  • Yukiko
    Japan Japan
    We stayed on October, there was not many guests we could relax and enjoyed everything. Room was clean , amazing food, friendly staff.
  • Jessica
    United States of America United States of America
    Africa Baobab Lodge is a beautiful new hotel in Mtende Beach that was built amongst Baobab Trees which have history dating back to 900 year old trees. The hotel looks beautiful like a resort and the staff is very kind and welcoming. Their...

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Local • International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Amenities of Baobab Africa Lodge Zanzibar
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
Activities
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
Food & Drink
  • Bar
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Concierge
    • Tour desk
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • 24-hour front desk
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Mosquito net
    • Private entrance
    • Laptop safe
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    Spa
    • Fitness
    • Full-body massage
    • Hand massage
    • Head massage
    • Foot massage
    • Neck massage
    • Back massage
    • Beach umbrellas
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • French

    House rules
    Baobab Africa Lodge Zanzibar takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM to 10:30 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    Until 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 8 are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cards accepted at this hotel
    VisaMastercardCash is not accepted

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Baobab Africa Lodge Zanzibar of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    FAQs about Baobab Africa Lodge Zanzibar

    • Guests staying at Baobab Africa Lodge Zanzibar can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • À la carte
    • Baobab Africa Lodge Zanzibar is 2,950 feet from the center of Mtende. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Room options at Baobab Africa Lodge Zanzibar include:

      • Double
      • Triple
      • Family
      • Bungalow
    • Baobab Africa Lodge Zanzibar has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1
    • The prices at Baobab Africa Lodge Zanzibar may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Baobab Africa Lodge Zanzibar offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Massage
      • Snorkeling
      • Beach
      • Full-body massage
      • Walking tours
      • Foot massage
      • Neck massage
      • Fitness
      • Swimming pool
      • Head massage
      • Back massage
      • Hand massage
    • Check-in at Baobab Africa Lodge Zanzibar is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.