Name: Drifters Zanzibar
Address: PO Box 791 Zanzibar, Paje, Tanzania, PO Box 791 Zanzibar, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $12 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 7.9

Beachfront

Airport shuttle

Drifters Zanzibar

PO Box 791 Zanzibar, Paje, Tanzania

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Guests who stayed here loved

“Amazing location, great vibes, and wonderful people.”

Gunnar

United States

“No mosquitos in June, amazing location, you should stay here if you don’t plan to go to bed early.”

Giedre

United Kingdom

“Quite nice and directly on the beach ! Location is great , staff are cool , price very reasonable!”

Karwan

Iraq

“Social place, beach front. Good food, lively at night perfect to meet fellow travelers.... rooms are simple so if someone wants luxury maybe not the best place to be”

Rory

United States

“After several visits to Zanzibar, this is always my favorite spot. The best vibes, friendly staff, perfect location and the barbecues they have a couple times a week really being everyone together....”

Alexandra

United States

“My one-night stay at Drifters Zanzibar was nothing short of amazing! The beachfront location is perfect, creating a serene atmosphere with the sound of waves. The positive vibe and friendly people...”

Sergey

Israel

“Good location right at the end of Paje beach - plenty of loungers, a bar, and pool (!) - at a great price. Dorm room was basic but fine. Each bed has a mosquito net, outlet and fan.”

Shannon

Canada

“I love this place! I keep coming back because of the laid back atmosphere and the people who work there. It’s also fun to meet many other travelers. I travel all over the world and Drifters is one ...”

United States

“I have been living in Tanzania for over 6 years, and I come to Zanzibar a few times a year. My favorite place in the whole island, especially in Paje, is Drifters. Super fun vibes, great beach,...”

Arturo

United States

“The place is perfectly located. One step to the beach and ocean but they also have a nice pool. I used private room and space in dorms and both were great, depending on what you need. It is very...”

Marta

United Arab Emirates

Categories:

Staff

8.7

Facilities

7.5

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Value for money

8.2

Location

9.4

Free Wifi

8.4

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Located in Paje, a few steps from Paje Beach, Drifters Zanzibar has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a bar. Built in 2016, the property is within 1.7 miles of Bwejuu Beach and 12 miles of Jozani Forest. The hostel has an outdoor swimming pool and luggage storage space and free WiFi throughout the property. The rooms at the hostel come with a private bathroom equipped with a shower. Drifters Zanzibar has a sun terrace.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type	Number of guests
Double Room with Balcony and Sea View 1 full bed
Classic Triple Room 3 twin beds
Double Room with Balcony 1 full bed
Classic Triple Room 3 twin beds
Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room 1 twin bed
Budget Double Room 1 queen bed

Guest review summary

Guests loved the beachfront location and easy access to the beach. The staff received praise for their friendliness. The bar was a lively spot for socialising. Room comfort had mixed reviews with some guests noting soundproofing issues. Value for money was also seen as mixed by some guests.

This is an automated summary based on 72 reviews from the past 12 months.

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Staff

8.7

Facilities

7.5

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Value for money

8.2

Location

9.4

Free Wifi

8.4

Area info

Amenities of Drifters Zanzibar

Bathroom

Private bathroom
Toilet
Shower

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture
Beachfront
Sun deck
BBQ facilities
Garden

Activities

Beach

Food & Drink

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

Parking garage
Accessible parking

Services

Shuttle service
Additional charge
Daily housekeeping
Baggage storage
Laundry
Additional charge
Airport shuttle
Additional charge

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/Puzzles

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

Pool with view
Shallow end
Pool/Beach towels
Beach chairs/Loungers

Spa

Beach chairs/Loungers

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

House rules
Drifters Zanzibar takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 1:00 PM to 11:30 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation 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 2 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

The prices at Drifters Zanzibar may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
Check-in at Drifters Zanzibar is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:30 AM.
Drifters Zanzibar offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Beachfront
- Beach
- Swimming pool
Drifters Zanzibar is 1,000 feet from the center of Paje. 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.

Drifters Zanzibar