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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. Garden is beautiful and the staff is very friendly.

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9
Superb
114 reviews
Price from
US$30.80
per night

All units come with a terrace with pool views, a fully equipped kitchen with a toaster and a fridge, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower. A patio with an outdoor dining area and garden views is offered in all units. At the guest house, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. Nice and Cozy Place …. Highly recommended

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9.1
Superb
231 reviews
Price from
US$99
per night

The air-conditioned guest house consists of 1 separate bedroom, 1 bathroom with a hair dryer, and a seating area. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area. The guest house offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. Friendly staff, Good restaurant.

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9.4
Superb
467 reviews
Price from
US$93.50
per night

At the guest house, units have a outdoor furniture. Each unit is equipped with a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, while some rooms are equipped with a terrace and others also offer sea views. At the guest house, all units are soundproof. Very nice calm place, great to relax and revive

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9.7
Exceptional
304 reviews
Price from
US$80.30
per night

À la carte and vegetarian breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and pancakes are available. Guests may eat in the on-site restaurant, which is open for dinner and lunch.

The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at the guest house. Thanks Beth and Dullah for the wonderful stay! This was the best shower we had after a month travelling East Africa, the kitchen staff do an amazing job and even cooked us a banquet on our last night! Cocktails were also delicious. We swam in the ocean at high tide and at low tide the pool was great to cool off. Beth was kind enough to organise a mangrove tour one day and a spice and stone town tour on another day for us. If you are looking for a relaxing, friendly, welcoming place to escape the islands tourism scene then look no further!

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9.2
Superb
118 reviews
Price from
US$80
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.

Surrounded by banana trees, guests can enjoy a meal at the garden restaurant and a fresh fruit juice or cocktail at the bar. Free WiFi is available. Absolutely loved the laid back vibe of this place.I was offered an upgrade and had the room right by the beach. The tasteful interior of the rooms attracted me to this hotel initially. This is the kind of place you can walk barefoot in all day. Its small and intimate with really friendly people working there. And delicious food! Great drinks! Wonderful beach bar with a fun swing!

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9.2
Superb
438 reviews
Price from
US$70
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 hosts, the food and the service were exceptional. Helwas is a small family hotel with a great, friendly atmosphere and top accommodation. We were group of 5 and we had amazing time at Helwas! Big thanks to Jeffrey and Ursula (our host) for the good vibes and the hospitality!

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9.5
Exceptional
192 reviews
Price from
US$97.75
per night

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

Guesthouse No. 1 has five different rooms and one apartment in various categories, ideal for singles, couples, and backpackers. A beautiful view and authentic feeling. The location is quiet but close to shops if you need anything. The staff is very helpful and welcoming! If you're looking for a relaxing stay this is it! Nice breakfast with fresh fruits is a definite plus!

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9
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. This place is really amazing. It’s like a little quite paradise not far from most overturist places in Zanzibar. The view to the ocean is beautiful, also you can swim in nice and clean pool and there is a sandbank nearby. If you want to swim direct you will need watershoes. In Game fish lodge you can relax in privat and enjoy nice atmosphere. If you like big hotel resorts, many people and activities at hotel, this place is not good choice for you! Actually we felt like at home there and it was because of the owners. Lesley and Colin are really special people. Very friendly, kind, with true passion to their job. They dont want only take your money, they really care about yourself and want to your holidays was perfect. We really apreciated so many good advices which we got, and also so many interesting informations about Zanzibar and living there. We definetely recommended to taste a delicious diner. Also the breakfast was very good included local fruits. The room was simple and clean with enough space. Unfourtunatelly we had a short time here, wish to come back one day.

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9.2
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.

Our House Keeping is done twice a day, Morning and during Dinner time.

Guests at Zanzibar House can enjoy both International and traditional Zanzibari dishes at the restaurant. Where do I start? Absolutely beautiful hotel ran by the nicest couple. I needed to recharge far from the madding crowd and this was the perfect place. Fabulous hotel! Don’t look anywhere else , Zanzibar House is the perfect getaway.

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9.1
Superb
209 reviews
Price from
US$84.60
per night

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FAQs about guest houses in Zanzibar

  • Mama Root, Helwas Zanzibar Beach Hotel and MITI Beach Bungalows are some popular guest houses on Zanzibar.

    In addition to these guest houses, Mango Beach House, Zanzistar Lodge and Game Fish Lodge are also popular on Zanzibar.

  • The average price per night for a guest house on Zanzibar for this weekend is US$67, based on current Booking.com prices.

  • Jawda, Zanzibar House Boutique Hotel and Stay House have received great reviews from guests visiting Zanzibar regarding the views from these guest houses.

    Guests staying on Zanzibar also spoke highly of the views from these guest houses: Cast Away Residence, Mango Beach House and Oasis Paje.

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  • Couples visiting Zanzibar loved staying at Maji Lodge, Oasis Paje and Peace and Love Villa.

    Similarly, these guest houses on Zanzibar are highly rated by couples: Baraka house, Mayssa Villa and Mama Root.

  • There are 89 guest houses on Zanzibar you can book on Booking.com.

  • Most guest houses on Booking.com offer free cancellation.

  • Many families visiting Zanzibar loved staying at Hakuna Matata Guest House, Maji Lodge and Wow Beach House.

    Similarly, Peace and Love Villa, Happy House Nungwi and Mama Root are also popular with family travellers.

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