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Located in Jambiani, 60 metres from Paje Beach, Jambiani Backpackers Hostel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area. Featuring free shuttle service, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. A terrace, an on-site bar and shared lounge are available. I really liked the atmosphere and vibes here, full of nature around, swimming pool, good music and WONDERFUL people

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9.6
Exceptional
229 reviews
Price from
US$18
per night

Breakfast is available, and includes à la carte, continental and Full English/Irish options. At the hostel you will find a restaurant serving international cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and vegan options can also be requested. The absolute best place to arrive in Paradise and slow down. The friendliest staff I’ve ever met, best food and the best best vibe. A home away from home. I will definitely come again!!! The rooms are very clean, there are enough spots to enjoy by yourself or mingle with everyone if you prefer. Food is delicious and you are always greeted with a smile. Everyone is eager to help you out, they know the best places to visit and can organize tours as well. I couldn’t have asked for a better place to start my vacation! Asanteni sana.

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9.4
Superb
721 reviews
Price from
US$21
per night

Hostel 197 has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Nungwi. Featuring a bar, the property is located within 400 metres of Nungwi Beach. The accommodation features room service, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. The hostel was very clean and the staff was very friendly. The pool was clean and everything in my stay went smoothly. Met some lovely people and the vibes were 10/10! Would definitely come again.

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9.8
Exceptional
55 reviews
Price from
US$21.24
per night

All rooms at the hostel are fitted with a seating area. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at Compass Hostel also feature a garden view. At the accommodation the rooms are fitted with air conditioning and a safety deposit box. Everything! The breakfast was also great

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9.7
Exceptional
100 reviews
Price from
US$11
per night

Set within less than 1 km of House of Wonders and a 6-minute walk of Old Fort of Zanzibar, VUGA Hostel provides rooms in Zanzibar City. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is located 200 metres from Stone Town Beach. Very friendly owners! Very open, helping with directions and generally making sure that you feel comfortable. The beds are very comfortable as well and all of them have curtains, so it's great for a bit of privacy. There are lockers to store valuables as well. It is a very calm place but still so close to the old town which makes it a perfect low-budget place. Would come again for sure!

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9.3
Superb
49 reviews
Price from
US$15.30
per night

Sunny House Paje II is situated in Paje, 13 km from Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park. The property is close to Paje Beach, Airborne Kite & Surf Village and Paje By Kite - Zanzibar. The property is 400 metres from Supermarket (Paje) and a 19-minute walk from Zanzibar Kite Paradise. The staff Sara was very kind and enjoyable. It's a shame that 2 doesn't have Wi-Fi, but 1 was very comfortable and easy to spend time in.

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9.1
Superb
26 reviews
Price from
US$30
per night

Serene Abodes provides rooms in Zanzibar City near Old Dispensary and Sultan's Palace, Zanzibar. The property is close to House of Wonders, Old Fort of Zanzibar and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, a shuttle service, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

Complete with a shared bathroom, the units at the hostel come with air conditioning, and certain rooms here will provide you with a seating area. Prime amazing location next to old dispensary 6meters away from the Main Street Mizingani road the touristic street , service is AMAZING Kassim was amazing , clean room and I felt at home since first night , the toilet although shared but completely clean always

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8.1
Very good
113 reviews
Price from
US$17
per night

Situated in Paje, 100 metres from Paje Beach, Your Zanzibar Place features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Guests can grab a bite to eat in the restaurant or a drink at the bar and free WiFi is available.

Vegetarian and halal breakfast options are available at the hostel. Everything!! loved the atmosphere, the cleanliness, the staff, the admin team and the fabulous guests. I can’t say enough, it was the perfect place for me.

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8.9
Fabulous
995 reviews
Price from
US$14
per night

A calm cozy hostel with a relaxing garden, perfect for younger backpackers and solo travelers conveniently located in the Nungwi Beach district of Nungwi, Green's Hostel 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. The hotel staff Mohammed, Sara were great and helpful. The security guard was very friendly and welcoming. AC was wonderful after a day in the sun at the beach. They kept my bags secure on my last day after checkout without issue. Thank you for the wonderful stay!

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8.3
Very good
497 reviews
Price from
US$25
per night

Popular points of interest near the hostel include Peace Memorial Museum, St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral and Hamamni Persian Baths. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 7 km from the property. The staff is super friendly! They helped me negotiating with local parties to have much better prices than the agencies. I could tours directly with local guides (prison island, jozani forest, dolphin snorkeling in kizimkaze). Very good experience!

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8.6
Fabulous
511 reviews
Price from
US$18
per night

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