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Featuring a garden and views of inner courtyard, Garden pearls is a recently renovated guest house located in Nungwi, 1.3 km from Kendwa Beach. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking. The guest house provides garden views, a sun terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. Excellent location , very clean , well equipped and furnished

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9
Superb
115 reviews
Price from
US$35.20
per night

Situated a few steps from Jambiani Beach, Olamanga Beach Villa Adults Only offers an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. It is set 27 km from Jozani Forest and offers full-day security. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. First time I stay at a place that is actually better than the photos! Absolutely incredible place, our best in Zanzibar by far. The villa in perfectly maintained, the chef’s food is best we had so far. Ralu and Lee and very welcoming. Really really recommend.

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9.1
Superb
234 reviews
Price from
US$99
per night

Situated in Nungwi, MITI Beach Bungalows features accommodation with a pool with a view, a balcony and garden views. Boasting full-day security, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. The staff was really welcoming and very, very friendly, most hospitable and helpful. The houses are very clean, we slept really well on the beds, the pool is very clean and is cleaned every early morning, the food is really good (can recommend the chapati chicken wrap). We enjoyed every minute of our stay and would recommend 100/100.

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9.4
Superb
468 reviews
Price from
US$76.50
per night

Featuring a private beach area, garden and views of garden, Mama Root is located in Kizimkazi, a few steps from Kizimkazi Mkunguni Beach. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. Everything. The perfect location, the nice details everywhere, the food, and of course the kindness of the owners and everybody working at Mama Root. It was a perfect getaway spot.

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9.7
Exceptional
291 reviews
Price from
US$80.30
per night

Set in Jambiani, in the middle of a local village , Zanzistar Lodge boasts a sun terrace with outdoor pool and is located just a short stroll away from the beach.

The rooms feature trendy and minimalistic design and the beds are draped with a mosquito net. There is a safety deposit box and the private bathrooms are fitted with a shower. Not just an accomondation. Super friendly and helpful manager and staff in an almost family environment make this place special. We were comfortable, enjoyed our time a lot and even stayed a day longer than planned. Food and drinks in the lodge own restaurant are amazing.

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9.2
Superb
439 reviews
Price from
US$68
per night

Offering a restaurant and a private beach area, Helwas Zanzibar Beach Hotel is located in Bwejuu. Free WiFi access is available.

Each room here will provide you with air conditioning and a terrace. Private bathroom also comes with a shower. The hotel owners are present on site every day and take care of their guests in a warm and professional manner, significantly exceeding the standards on Zanzibar. The hotel is characterized by attention to detail, a very nice atmosphere, many amenities for guests. In relation to other hotels in the region, here you can feel the European hand of Mrs. Ursula and give a sense of care. Additionally, a huge advantage of the place is the high quality cuisine both at breakfast and dinner. It is worth coming here and coming back.

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9.5
Exceptional
192 reviews
Price from
US$78.20
per night

The Amka Guesthouse consists of two building complexes and is privately managed.

We have kitchen staff and housekeeping to ensure your well-being and cleanliness.

Guesthouse No. 1 has five different rooms and one apartment in various categories, ideal for singles, couples, and backpackers. Great place to stay, steps from the beach and several restaurants and kite/snorkeling centers. Amina and Issa were very attentive and super friendly. The breakfast was excellent.

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9.1
Superb
209 reviews
Price from
US$35
per night

Located in Nungwi, on the quieter north east coast of Zanzibar, Game Fish Lodge is situated along the beachfront and features an in-house restaurant, bar and a sun terrace. Free private parking is offered on site. The friendliness of our hosts , made it feel like home away from home

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9.3
Superb
107 reviews
Price from
US$142
per night

Situated on a private sand beach overlooking the Indian Ocean, Zanzibar House in Matemwe features a swimming pool and bar. Scuba diving and snorkeling opportunities are also available.

The spacious rooms have views of the palm grove garden or the Indian Ocean, and include terraces with seating areas. Free Wi-Fi is available is all areas. I did a huge amount of research before booking this particular property and we were not disappointed at all. It is NOT like staying in a hotel, it is more like being invited to stay at a family house with friends who have exceptional staff providing for you and them. Maxi and Milia are Italian and their home reflects this, as well as their approach with guests, and we found them to be excellent hosts, who will chat with you and help you any way they can in a way I have never experienced in a 'brand' hotel, ever. One of the reviews I saw suggested that Italian guests were better treated - we are English and were treated wonderfully, by absolutely everyone. Another review said the food service was slow because they were not guests of the property, they are completely missing the point, and the style of Zanzibar. I cannot recommend this property enough. The hosts and staff provide a (much quieter than average) place to stay in Zanzibar where you can do as little as you wish, or as much as you want, because your hosts will gladly organise trips with their drivers and cars like they did for us.

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9.1
Superb
201 reviews
Price from
US$84.60
per night

Comprising a garden and barbecue facilities, Peace and Love Villa is a recently renovated accommodation in Jambiani situated close to Jambiani Beach. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. Very clean and spacious rooms.

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10
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
US$58.50
per night

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