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The 10 Best Hostels in Nungwi, Tanzania

Some of the best backpacker spots in Nungwi

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A calm, cozy oasis with a relaxing garden, a perfect place for backpackers and solo travelers, conveniently located in the Nungwi Beach district of Nungwi, Green's Nungwi is situated 200 meters from Supermarket, 400 meters from East Africa Divers and 500 metres from World Wide Supermarket. The property is located 300 meters from Nungwi Beach. The accommodation offers a 24-hour security, a shared kitchen. A pool under the palms in the Green garden.

It was safe and the staff and management are very helpful.

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8.6
Fabulous
656 reviews

Aquarium Beach House features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Nungwi. A few steps from Nungwi Beach and 2.5 km from Royal Beach, the property offers a bar and a private beach area. The accommodation provides room service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests.

The hostel features certain units with garden views, and every room is fitted with a balcony. All units include bed linen.

The staff was very very nice, the local food was delicious and the views are beatiful.

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8.3
Very good
52 reviews
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£61
per night

Situated in Nungwi, 1.3 km from Nungwi Beach, EAST SANDBANK apartment eco-friendly Nungwi airport road features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. 42 km from Kichwele Forest Reserve and 47 km from Mangapwani Coral Cave, the property provides a private beach area, as well as a bar. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests.

The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 61 km from the hostel.

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8.5
Very good
2 reviews
Price from
£19
per night

Featuring a garden, shared lounge and views of garden, Village Hostel is located in Nungwi, 700 metres from Nungwi Beach. The property is set 2.8 km from Kendwa Beach, 42 km from Kichwele Forest Reserve and 45 km from Cheetah's Rock. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.3 km from Royal Beach.

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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Hostels that guests love in Nungwi

  • Avg. price/night: £16.19
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 22 reviews
    Great location in the local heart of Nungwi village faraway from tourists and large resorts. Great room size and comfy bed, cool balcony area and nice breakfast.
    Ciaran
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £174.86
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,450 reviews
    Great location. Kids loved the swimming pool and the variety of wildlife they found in the grounds. Beach is really pretty. Can walk up beach to town to access restaurants and bars. Good location for doing dolphin snorkeling trips.
    Thomas
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £35.98
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 286 reviews
    Great location, helpful staff, good value for money!
    Dalma
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £38.86
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,669 reviews
    Incredible little bundle of paradise. Perfect for solo female traveler, safe, great food and lovely pool dining area. Staff a lovely and so helpful. All the staff go out of their way to help you organise anything. I really like having access to cold water so no plastic bottles and the breakfast and coffee are great. The pool has the right amount of sun and shade and the little dog is such a treat.
    Amina
    Solo traveller
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 659 reviews
    Really affordable place, AC in dormitory, bathroom with hot water in dormitory (all bathrooms have hot water) , a big breakfast, TV in the common area and a pool. For almost no money at all. It’s the best hostel I ever stayed. The garden is really nice and the staff is very good. It feels like coming to a friend. I definitely recommend
    May
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £50.37
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,692 reviews
    Lovely hotel, fantastic, helpful and friendly staff, great location near the beach ⛱️ no alcohol served currently (license underway) but local shop 1 min walk away and stock in hotel fridge, much cheaper this way too :)
    Clare
    People with friends
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 51 reviews
    Perfect for a backpackers traveling on a budget. In the middle of the village, 5 min with local motorbike to the main beaches. Adriana has been very kind and gave us all tips to enjoy our stay. Try out local restaurants you find nearby, they are cheap and tasty. Moreover in front of the house lives a Boda Boda driver, make sure to take his number to discover the surrounding
    Giulio
    Young couple
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 23 reviews
    Very good value for money at a great location! The staff is very nice and polite! The rooms could be improved a little since furniture and equipment is a bit worn out but overall it's a great budget option!
    KaterinaStam
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £15.99
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 189 reviews
    I really enjoyed my stay at Nungwi Backpacker Apartments! Crazy Man is really friendly, helpful and makes the absolute best breakfast! There is coffee and tea all the time! The rooms are not the most luxurious, but I really liked the common area with all the plants and hangmats! It was the best hostel I stayed at in Zanzibar. If I ever go back to Zanzibar I would definitely go back to Nungwi Backpacker Apartments!
    Sibylle
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £34.38
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,145 reviews
    We loved the vibe at this hostel. Everyone was friendly and very welcoming. Inside the property it was very safe and we felt we could leave our belongings there no problem. Breakfast was great! My partner and I stayed here for 4 days, we were 5 minutes away from the dive resort so it was perfect!
    CVH269
    Young couple