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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. 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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9.1
Superb
113 reviews
Price from
US$35.20
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. 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
229 reviews
Price from
US$99
per night

Situated in Paje in the Zanzibar region, with Paje Beach nearby, Tamu House Pajé Beach offers accommodation with access to a fitness room. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. The guest house features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. The place is clean and everything was good I will definitely go back again.

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9
Superb
311 reviews
Price from
US$12.75
per night

The units at the inn are fitted with a seating area. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, some units at Chokoro House also feature a terrace. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Absolutely everything. Great value place with absolutely lovely owners and Staff. The room was fantastic and the owner was even nice enough to come out with us and another couple to show us places to eat and drink in town

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9.1
Superb
293 reviews
Price from
US$98
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. Great small resort taking great care of their clients, with excellent facilities, polite and prepared staff always ready to support and make you feel at home. Highly recommended

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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. The food was excellent and the hospitality from mama root is as if you are at home. All the arrangements for so organized and also the beach is so in front of the property that you will just sit on the beach whole day and still will not be bored.

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9.7
Exceptional
309 reviews
Price from
US$77
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. We will miss everything about being at Mango Beach House, the pool, the sunrises, the team, the food and the relaxed vibe.

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9.2
Superb
117 reviews
Price from
US$100
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. 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
437 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 food, the owners of the place are super nice, very peaceful and chill

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9.5
Exceptional
188 reviews
Price from
US$78.20
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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9.2
Superb
112 reviews
Price from
US$142
per night

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