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The 10 Best Homestays in Kendwa, Tanzania

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Set just 70 metres from Kendwa Beach, Pumzika Kendwa Villa provides accommodation in Kendwa with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen. It is located 2.7 km from Royal Beach and features a housekeeping service. The guest house offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi.

We really enjoyed our stay. We had the big room with two twin beds, air conditioning, and private bathroom in a very central location a short walk from the beach. There are stores and restaurants within 10 minutes walking distance. But more important, Mustafa was a great host. He arranged for us to do laundry on-site for a small cost, handled a bothersome occupant, and even let us keep our bags in the room past check-out time so that we could do a Mnemba snorkeling trip. He is also a great supporter of his community, teaching in a local public school and doing community outreach in Kendwa. Service makes all of the difference and Mustafa made our stay special. We highly recommend Pumzika Kendwa Villa for your Kendwa stay!

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8.6
Fabulous
60 reviews

Situated in Kendwa, within 300 metres of Kendwa Beach and 2.4 km of Royal Beach, Villa tangawizi kendwa features accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property has sea views and is 40 km from Kichwele Forest Reserve and 45 km from Mangapwani Coral Cave.

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10
Exceptional
1 reviews
Price from
£66
per night

Featuring a garden and views of garden, Garden pearls is a recently renovated guest house located in Nungwi, 1.3 km from Kendwa Beach. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. Extra facilities include a 24-hour front desk, meeting rooms, a tour desk and housekeeping service.

One of the cleanest hotels and rooms in nungwi, youssef the owner is the best person ive met in all zanzibar. He helped us a lot and he really makes sure to insure our confort. Victor two is an amazing person. Really enjoyed my stay.

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9.7
Exceptional
52 reviews
Price from
£27
per night

Providing free WiFi, private parking and a private beach area, the recently renovated property of Frangipani House Nungwi Zanzibar, offers rooms in Nungwi, 600 metres from Royal Beach and 1.1 km from Nungwi Beach. There is a private entrance at the homestay for the convenience of those who stay. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, a shared kitchen and currency exchange for guests.

Frangipani House is located very well. It is close to the main road and not far away from the Nungwi Beach. It is possible to park even two rental cars. The hosts Irina and Georgy are very friendly and helpful. The room I had was spacious. The bed and the restroom were clean. Every day I received a bootle of still water. It's possible to order brekfasts. There's also an outdoor kitchen with a big fridge. It is kept clean. I stayed only for three days but I enjoyed it very much! Asante sana The way from the main road to Frangipani House is bumpy but possible by a crossover or jeep. It's worth renting a car.

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9.5
Exceptional
21 reviews
Price from
£26
per night

Offering a garden and quiet street view, Happy House Nungwi is located in Nungwi, 1.5 km from Royal Beach and 1.7 km from Nungwi Beach. This guest house provides free private parking and a shared kitchen. Staff on-site can arrange a shuttle service.

The host Ola was very welcoming.....and kind ....I felt at home the location is also good not so far from the beach ......

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8.5
Very good
34 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

Situated in Nungwi, within 500 metres of Supermarket and less than 1 km of East Africa Diving, MITI Beach Bungalows features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

After a month of traveling around Africa, this place was our home away from home for two weeks. For an affordable price, we got everything we needed and more. Juma, the receptionist, always greeted us with a smile on his face and was happy to assist with anything we needed in and outside of the hotel. Augustino, the manager, is practically a local and helped us plan our itinerary throughout our stay. Rooms were cleaned and tidied every morning, and laundry services and a restaurant were provided in the hotel. Pool was perfect temperature, and we could even swim at night thanks to beautiful pool lights. The location is a 5 minute walk from the beautiful Nungwi beach, and right next to the local "Cocobello" club. Miti is beautiful, quiet, and intimate, and we are already planning our next trip!

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9.3
Superb
394 reviews
Price from
£63
per night

Situated within 1.3 km of Royal Beach and 1.3 km of Nungwi Beach in Nungwi, HOMELAND SWAHILI LODGE Nungwi Backpacker Apartments BUDGET offers accommodation with seating area. This guest house features free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.

Crazy man is an absolut fantastic host! Really taking care of all his guests and ist super willing to help everyone around the best way he can!

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8.9
Fabulous
189 reviews
Price from
£10
per night

Featuring a balcony with pool views, pool with a view and a garden, Minah Bungalows can be found in Nungwi, close to Royal Beach and less than 1 km from Nungwi Beach. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, full-day security and luggage storage for guests.

The hotel exceeded our expectations in many levels. We could easily walk to the nearest beach, where sunset looks extraordinary, the swmming pool is great, breakfast is delicious and staff is very friendly and welcoming.

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8.6
Fabulous
203 reviews
Price from
£38
per night

The area is popular for snorkelling and diving. The homestay also offers bike hire and car hire. East Africa Divers is 400 metres from Magharibi House, while Supermarket is 500 metres away. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 55 km from Magharibi House.

Our room was very clean and the bed was super comfortable. There is no AC, but a fan was enough to keep the room cool at night. The staff is very nice and friendly and all the time they make sure you have everything you need. There is a lot of greenery in the area surrounding the rooms, which offers a nice place for having a rest. Last, but not least, the breakfast was delicious with a plenty of fruits and even a local chapati flatbread, which we were especially happy about after eating a lot of sandwich bread before we arrived here. I would definitely recommend staying once in Nungwi.

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8
Very good
269 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

Situated in Nungwi at the Northern tip of Zanzibar, Highland Bungalows is a short stroll from the beach. The guest house offers a restaurant and open-plan bar. Guests can make use of the outdoor swimming pool that is surrounded by a garden.

It was amazing, very quiet and very clean. Beautiful garden. The people were wonderful. ❤️

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7.9
Good
306 reviews

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  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 41 reviews
    Renata is very nice and a lovely host. The location is perfekt, as we prefer to stay a few hundred meters from the beach. Spacy clean room. Superb breakfast. Some cute cats on our veranda was a great bonus. We can recommend Furaha B&B for comfortable stay in Kendwa.
    Torsbobosse
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £64.07
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 783 reviews
    Fantastic view of the beach, right on the seafront, good to watch the locals going about their business in the morning and the breakfast is very healthy and good , room are clean and comfortable , the staff are so helpful and friendly
    Arne
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £496.58
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 349 reviews
    Dream holidays, very relaxing and beautiful scenery. Locals are very friendly. Food was very good with a lot of choice.
    Derrick
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £64.07
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 783 reviews
    The long beach where you can walk and access to turquoise waters. Locals try to send you things constantly but they dont insist when you say no. The sunbeds, the bars' area and the music in the evening. The spa was OK. If you prefer calm and silence dont go this hôtel. My economy room was great. Clean and confortable.
    Lotfi
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £108.93
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,335 reviews
    The long beach where you can walk and access to turquoise waters. Locals try to send you things constantly but they dont insist when you say no. The sunbeds, the bars' area and the music in the evening. The spa was OK. If you prefer calm and silence dont go this hôtel. My economy room was great. Clean and confortable.
    aurelie
    Solo traveller
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 60 reviews
    Mustafa was a great host who were always willing to help. Great location to the beach with beautiful sunset and great for swimming.
    Anja
    Family with young children
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 60 reviews
    Mustafa was a great host with good knowledge on the are. Great location next to the part of the beach that is not shallow and has great sunset views!
    Anja
    Family with young children
  • 7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 336 reviews
    Warmly received by Mr Karim and a great host Mr Rafiq. Nice people, nice hotel, staff was efficient professional and friendly especially Ms Ruti and Mr Collmann(sorry if spelled the names wrong). If next time I have to come it will be my first choice in kendwa. All the best.
    Khan
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £26.43
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 169 reviews
    If you ever come to Zanzibar and you wanna feel the full African vibe, feeling close to the locals, know they needs, not just to be a selfish tourist who’s coming here to make some nice pictures …. the best place to stay !!! You stay with them in the deep of the culture … lovely people one by one !!! Highly recommended by me !!!
    László Dénes
    Young couple
  • 7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 336 reviews
    with regards to staffing the management was awesome and the people at the front desk too, Rafiq & Karim were great hosts and made everything comfortable, the only downside to me would be the staff who work the outside beach restaurant, little but too moody considering the location. staff 5/10 location 10/10 comfortability 9/10 flexibility 10/10 management 10/10 Great stay, would just improve restaurant staffing attitude towards guests.
    Mustapha
    Young couple