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Canary Nungwi Hotel & Free SPA 4 stars

Nungwi Beach, Nungwi - 400 yards from beach

Set in Nungwi, 400 metres from Nungwi Beach, Canary Nungwi Hotel & Free SPA offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Featuring room service, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant, a bowling alley and a terrace. The hotel provides an indoor pool, evening entertainment and a 24-hour front desk. It’s clean and calm closer to the beach walking distance ,nice pool nice gym facilities they offer massage and other spa services as well. I loved their restaurants the most had a beautiful view

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9.6
Exceptional
1,669 reviews

Z-Lodge Zanzibar 4 stars

Kiwengwa

Located in Kiwengwa, a few steps from Kiwengwa Beach, Z-Lodge Zanzibar provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. With a bar, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation features room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. the place was really clean and the food in restaurant is delicious the staff are so helpful and nice

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9
Superb
1,260 reviews
Price from
£47
per night

Zanzibella Hotel & SPA 5 stars

Kiwengwa - 20 yards from beach

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. Zanzibella Hotel & SPA features certain units with sea views, and all rooms are fitted with a balcony. At the accommodation every room is fitted with bed linen and towels. Thank you zanzibella hotel for this amazing experience! It was one of the most clean and organised hotels that I have ever stayed in my life . The staff was so kind and attentive , they were paying extra attention to detail , and they made this experience even better . I would like to mention Daisy in the front desk who took care of all of our needs and excursions through out our stay . We will definitely recommend it and come back soon .

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9
Superb
1,111 reviews
Price from
£65
per night

Babalao Bungalows

Nungwi Beach, Nungwi - 150 yards from beach

Babalao Bungalows has free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, a garden and shared lounge in Nungwi. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has a terrace and a bar. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

Nungwi Beach is 100 metres from Babalao Bungalows, while Royal Beach is less than 1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 61 km from the hotel. Very good breakfast and impeccable service. Clean room. Very comfortable bed. The shower was perfect and the AC worked very well. Zero mosquitoes. A very pleasant place just 5 min to the beach and many restaurants. I recommend!

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9.7
Exceptional
1,654 reviews
Price from
£34
per night

Makofi Guest House

Nungwi Beach, Nungwi - 200 yards from beach

Makofi Guest House is located in Nungwi, 200 metres from Spanish Dancer Divers. The property offers free WIFI in the common areas and is 100 meters from Nungwi beach.

A terrace or patio are featured in certain rooms. Incredibly friendly and helpful staff, welcoming atmosphere, many nice places to spend time.

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9
Superb
1,151 reviews

Mahali Zanzibar

Paje Beach, Paje - 100 yards from beach

Featuring a private beach area, a year-round outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi, Mahali Zanzibar is set in Paje, Zanzibar. The hotel features a sun terrace and views of the sea.

Guests can enjoy à la carte meals at the on-site restaurant that features panoramic sea views or/and a drink at the beach bar. the Simba room was amazing, huge room and beautiful in front of the ocean

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9.1
Superb
1,067 reviews
Price from
£120
per night

Mayai Ocean Resort

Bwejuu Beach, Bwejuu

Situated in Bwejuu, a few steps from Bwejuu Beach, Mayai Ocean Resort features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Featuring a bar, the property is located within 16 km of Jozani Forest. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. This hotel is the best example how should hospitality looks like.  Amazing place, amazing staff, amazing food.  Congrats for owner and whole team!

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9
Superb
156 reviews
Price from
£88
per night

Wakanda Nungwi

Nungwi Beach, Nungwi - 150 yards from beach

Wakanda Nungwi, a property with a garden and a terrace, is located in Nungwi, 1.4 km from Royal Beach, 2.6 km from Kendwa Beach, as well as 43 km from Kichwele Forest Reserve. The air-conditioned accommodation is 200 metres from Nungwi Beach. Cheetah's Rock is 45 km from the guest house and Mangapwani Coral Cave is 48 km away. The hotel is very conveniently located and it is very close to the beach. The owner Selchuk is a great local guide. He informs you about all the attractions. The breakfast they serve is also very good. The rooms are very large too.

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9.1
Superb
134 reviews

TIANDE Boutique Hotel 4 stars

Pwani Mchangani - 250 yards from beach

Located in Pwani Mchangani, 300 metres from Pwani Mchangani Beach, TIANDE Boutique Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. With a restaurant, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers room service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests. The property is so pretty- the gardens are beautiful and it’s a quick walk to the beach. Although TianDe isn’t directly on the beach, Mariola (the owner) has a friendly relationship with a neighboring hotel that is first row, so guests can spend time there during the day. The bar and restaurant area are lovely and the food is yummy and fresh- we tried breakfast, lunch and dinner. The pool is sparkling, and the staff is warm and hard-working. Our room was clean and comfortable, with A/C, tea/coffee, good shower, nice decor. Mariola and her boyfriend live on site- they are doing a fantastic job running TianDe with a lot of hard work and love. We wish them success and will recommend to TianDe to anyone traveling to Zanzibar.

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9.5
Exceptional
117 reviews
Price from
£52
per night

Safaya Luxury Villas - Adults only

Nungwi

Offering pool views, Safaya Luxury Villas - Adults only in Nungwi offers accommodation, free bikes, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, a terrace and water sports facilities. Both WiFi and private parking are available at the lodge free of charge.

Nungwi Beach is a few steps from the lodge, while Royal Beach is 1.8 km away. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 61 km from Safaya Luxury Villas - Adults only. I like the vibe, food and amenities, the staff were exceptional and very welcoming.

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9
Superb
206 reviews

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