Hostel 197

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.5
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.7

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Hostel 197 in Nungwi offers adults-only rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden or pool views. Each room includes a wardrobe, balcony, and outdoor furniture. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a fitness centre, year-round outdoor swimming pool, terrace, and garden. The property features a restaurant, bar, and coffee shop, complemented by free WiFi. Dining Experience: The restaurant serves African, Chinese, Indian, Italian, and other cuisines in traditional, modern, and romantic ambiances. Breakfast is continental, and meals include brunch, lunch, dinner, high tea, and cocktails. Activities and Attractions: Hostel 197 offers film nights, walking tours, cycling, and scuba diving. Nungwi Beach is a 4-minute walk away, and Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 61 km distant.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

Continental

Free private parking available on-site

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Amelie
Austria Austria
“very nice & kind personal - food was very good and the place was beautiful”
Valentin
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“Our stay at Hostel 197 was really great. John, the young owner, has done an incredible job. We come from the hospitality industry ourselves, and we were genuinely impressed by the quality of the place he has created. Everything was well thought...”
Jugoslav
Greece Greece
“I had a wonderful stay at Hostel 197. From the moment I arrived, I felt genuinely welcomed. The staff were amazing—friendly, helpful, and always ready to assist with anything I needed. A special mention goes to the owner, who truly goes out of...”
Marino
Ghana Ghana
“I enjoyed the night swimming unlike other facilities where the pool closed early.”
Kristel
Netherlands Netherlands
“I only stayed for 1 night but the whole team does everything to make your stay comfortable. I liked that they asked for direct feedback since they just opened. Beautiful place.”
Izu
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff were so friendly Food was great Spacious rooms”
Hazel
South Africa South Africa
“I loved almost everything about my stay at Hostel 197. The vibe of the place was amazing — relaxed, friendly and just full of good energy that made me feel at home right away. The people were great, the staff were incredibly kind and helpful, and...”
Marta
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“There is a general super friendly atmosphere that makes you want to chill there all day! The staff is very cool and the pool is just amazing! I absolutely recommend it.”
Lidya
Uganda Uganda
“I love how the Property is clean, very great and welcoming staff, that made my stay feel like Home. Great location easy beach access like 5 to 10min by Foot. Safe and very secure and definitely great value for money and budget friendly. Would...”
Annika
Austria Austria
“Very pretty hostel in a perfect location! Breakfast was also nice! Always fresh water to take for free and good coffee”

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
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1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
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1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
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1 large double bed
1 large double bed
6 large double beds
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Property surroundings

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Good breakfast included with all options.
  • Cuisine
    Continental
  • Additional dining options
    Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    African • Chinese • Indian • Italian • Korean • Mexican • Seafood • Sushi • Russian • Asian • Latin American
  • Service
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian
More food and drink
More food and drink
Meals • Restaurants • Facilities

House rules

Hostel 197 takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
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Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.