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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. Rooms have a private bathroom with a shower, while certain rooms come with a terrace and others also boast sea views. Guests at the hostel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Nungwi, like hiking. Kichwele Forest Reserve is 42 km from Rafiki Backpackers-hostel, while Mangapwani Coral Cave is 47 km from the property. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 61 km away.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.6
Location
8.3
High score for Nungwi

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Mohamed
    Italy Italy
    I had a great stay at Rafiki. Is quiet far from town but it was the best choice for me, to avoid touristic places. 10 mins walking from the hostel, you can fine the most beautiful and isolated beach. The hostel itself is was amazing. I was...
  • Lara
    Zambia Zambia
    We felt welcomed and enjoyed every day here in this hostel! The breakfast was really good and the private beach beautiful. The staff is
  • Christelle
    France France
    Superbe maison, superbe endroit, bien aménager avec une superbe cuisine à disposition si j'ai bien compris. Très arboré, hamac, balançoire extérieur, une installation électrique autonome impressionnante. Si vous voulez être au calme c'est...

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      International

Facilities of Rafiki Backpackers-hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Private beach area

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Private beach area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
  • Cooking class
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Water park
  • Evening entertainment
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Darts
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional charge

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

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

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

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided
    • Lockers
    • ATM/cash machine on site
    • Luggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Currency exchange
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • 24-hour front desk

    Entertainment and family services

    • Board games/puzzles

    Cleaning services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box

    General

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Grocery deliveries
    • Minimarket on site
    • Designated smoking area
    • Family rooms
    • Barber/beauty shop
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service

    Wellness

    • Public Bath

    Languages spoken

    • English
    • Swahili

    House rules
    Rafiki Backpackers-hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 07:00 to 23:30
    Check-out
    From 00:00 to 12:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Extra bed upon request
    US$5 per child, per night
    Cot upon request
    Free
    3 - 12 years
    Extra bed upon request
    US$5 per child, per night
    13+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    US$10 per person, per night

    Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no cots available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercardMaestroCash is not accepted

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Rafiki Backpackers-hostel

    • Rafiki Backpackers-hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Snorkelling
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Darts
      • Water park
      • Beachfront
      • Evening entertainment
      • Beach
      • Bike tours
      • Private beach area
      • Walking tours
      • Bicycle rental
      • Cooking class
      • Temporary art galleries
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Public Bath
    • Rafiki Backpackers-hostel is 1.9 miles from the centre of Nungwi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Rafiki Backpackers-hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Rafiki Backpackers-hostel has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1
    • Check-in at Rafiki Backpackers-hostel is from 07:00, and check-out is until 12:00.