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Canary Hotel & SPA

Hotel in Nungwi

Set in Nungwi, 200 metres from Nungwi Beach, Canary Hotel & SPA offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

K
Kiranjit
From
Luxembourg
I stayed 20 days at Canary Hotel & SPA in Nungwi and it was truly exceptional. The staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome every single day, always with a smile and genuine kindness. The rooms were comfortable and well maintained, and the facilities – from the bowling alley to the pool and spa – made our stay unforgettable. The location is perfect, just a short walk from Nungwi Beach, yet peaceful and relaxing. After 20 days, I can say this hotel really felt like home. Highly recommended to anyone visiting Zanzibar!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,115 reviews
Price from
US$108
1 night, 2 adults

Zanzibella Hotel & SPA

Hotel in Kiwengwa

Located in Kiwengwa, a few steps from Kiwengwa Beach, Zanzibella Hotel & SPA provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

S
Sylvio Junior
From
Brazil
A Slice of Paradise at Zanzibella Hotel We had the most wonderful stay at Zanzibella Hotel and can’t recommend it enough! From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with warm smiles and genuine kindness. A special shoutout to Eggla, Ramadan, Josef, Richard and Maureen—along with the rest of the amazing staff—who truly made our days unforgettable with their friendliness and care. Our room was perfect: spacious, clean and the bed—massive and incredibly comfortable. We slept like babies every night. The location is a dream. Right on the beach, in a peaceful and calm setting. The garden is breathtaking, full of colorful flowers and birds singing in the trees—it truly felt like a little paradise. The hotel restaurant was another highlight. Every dish we tried was delicious, but we especially loved the daily “catch of the day” featuring different fresh fish, and the grilled octopus was just mouthwatering. Zanzibella has stolen our hearts, and we already hope to return soon!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,549 reviews
Price from
US$240.80
1 night, 2 adults

Babalao Bungalows

Hotel in Nungwi

Babalao Bungalows has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Nungwi.

R
Roman
From
Kazakhstan
My stay at Babalao Bungalows was simply exquisite! The service was top-notch, with the staff going above and beyond to ensure that all my needs were met. The bungalows themselves are beautifully designed and provide a perfect blend of comfort and cleaneness. Additionally, I was delighted to discover that they now offer a massage service! After a day of exploring, I indulged in a deep tissue massage that was the cherry on top of my relaxing getaway. I highly recommend Babalao for anyone seeking a serene escape!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,859 reviews
Price from
US$108
1 night, 2 adults

Oasis Blu Beach Resort-Adults Only

Hotel in Nungwi

Situated in Nungwi, 500 metres from Nungwi Beach, Oasis Blu Beach Resort-Adults Only features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

D
David
From
Israel
A great experience and relaxation. Superb welcoming and service. Great cuisine (both breakfast & dinner).
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews
Price from
US$338.40
1 night, 2 adults

Dhow Beach Boutique Hotel

Hotel in Nungwi

Situated in Nungwi and with Nungwi Beach reachable within a few steps, Dhow Beach Boutique Hotel features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a private beach area.

Z
Zane
From
Latvia
Hotel is a true gem of Nungwi Beach. This newly built hotel offers a high-quality experience with a stylish and tasteful design creating a perfect balance between comfort and elegance. One of the highlights is the on-site café, where the food is simply fantastic—fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The menu will not disappoint. The staff are exceptional—friendly, helpful, and always with a smile. Their positive attitude and attention to detail make you feel truly welcome. The owner of hotel made our stay in Zanzibar truly special. He was incredibly helpful, kind, and friendly, always making sure we had everything we needed. His local knowledge and willingness to share tips and experiences about Zanzibar made our trip even more enjoyable. He also helped us arrange excursions and taxis. One of the best features is the access to owners another hotel just 1 km away along a beautiful beach, where guests can enjoy a swimming pool, a great restaurant, and lively parties. If you’re looking for a peaceful, well-designed, and hospitable place to stay right by the stunning Nungwi Beach, Dhow Boutique Hotel is the perfect choice. Highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 248 reviews
Price from
US$157.50
1 night, 2 adults

The Oasis Residence

Hotel in Jambiani

The Oasis Residence has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a garden and bar in Jambiani. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers room service and a tour desk.

V
Valentina
From
Switzerland
The staff was super friendly, everything was super clean and looks very well maintained, you can tell that they care and pay attention to all details of the place to make it feel comfortable. The breakfast is always super good, loots of nice and fresh choices. The transport to the beach is very convenient. They organised all the tours and excursions we needed very easily and convenient
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 167 reviews
Price from
US$160
1 night, 2 adults

Seashore Beach hotel

Hotel in Kiwengwa

Situated in Kiwengwa, a few steps from Kiwengwa Beach, Seashore Beach hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

l
larry
From
France
We love this place! They welcomed us with lovely flower arrangements up on our arrival, and local fruits. The room was clean and well kept. The place is quiet and relaxing. The food was great, everything fresh and a large choice. Now for the service, everyone went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable. We celebrated our wedding aniversary and they were very intentional in preparing our moment. Thank you so much Bovly, Edwin, Dori, Edina, Lucy and all the staff members (sorry I don’t know all the names). We recomend this place 300%
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews
Price from
US$103.50
1 night, 2 adults

Bahati Sunset Bungalows Michamvi

Hotel in Michamvi

Bahati Sunset Bungalows Michamvi has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Michamvi. Featuring a bar, the property is located within a few steps of Michamvi Kae Beach.

M
Michael
From
United Kingdom
Good choice of breakfasts, located on beach. Attentive staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews
Price from
US$103.50
1 night, 2 adults

African Bungalows

Hotel in Nungwi

Set in Nungwi, 200 metres from Nungwi Beach, African Bungalows offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

d
deniz
From
Turkey
Everything exellent, service always with smile from staff, beds are so confortable, very fast wifi, spotless clean, garden full of beatiful plants and trees, aircon working perfect, i can recommend to everybody come and stay have wonderfull experience. Also breakfast and dinner was really teasty. Another plus they arrange all kind of tour and transports really good prices for island, you dont have to go shop around, thank you guys make my stay wonderfull with beatiful memories. Bu the way they also have tanzanian music and dance show i come a cross in hotel was amazing too
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 249 reviews
Price from
US$135
1 night, 2 adults

AVO Boutique Hotel

Hotel in Dikoni

Located in Dikoni, a few steps from Uroa Public Beach, AVO Boutique Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

A
Ammar
From
Tanzania
This cozy beachside resort offers a peaceful, serene escape with exceptional service. The owner, Loay, is incredibly hospitable and always available on WhatsApp to attend to any needs including your meal order, excursion plans etc. (I have yet to see this service at another resort). Rufina, the friendly and attentive waitress, made every meal enjoyable. Unlike other resorts, this one has fewer hawkers, allowing for a more relaxed experience. It’s the perfect spot for relaxation, with a personal touch that makes you feel right at home. Highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 176 reviews
Price from
US$115
1 night, 2 adults
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From US$242 per night
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From US$460 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
The property is sprawling with a gorgeous beach and plenty of lush gardens. We booked a junior suite which was really spacious with the most enormous comfortable bed. We had a few issues but they were quickly resolved and we had amazing meals at the a la carte restaurants. I have to mention ‘Wok’ which was faultless and I would go back just to dine there. We also had a romantic beach dinner which was lovely. The water-sports centre is well equipped and we learnt to paddle board, we played lots of pool and we also played tennis every day. The court does need resurfacing but it is fine for a knock about. We would definitely go back there.
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 454 reviews
Z hotel is on the beach..the sister hotel Z2 is next to it and you can use all the amenities of Z hotel. Z2 is almost brand new. On the beach you have all the sporting activities and you can directly negotiate good prices with the boats to take excursions rather than use the high prices of the tour operators. The nanasi beach club is just 450m walk from Z Hotel and really good vibes . Z hotel has an excellent location and has an Indian restaurant with amazing food . Will definitely come.back
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Meera
South Africa
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 694 reviews
Fantastic property, friendly and hospitable staff, good location, lovely beach. We stayed in the Villa with Private Pool. The size of the villa was big with two separate rooms and two showers. It also has a large sitting area outside next to the pool. The size of the private pool is quite big. We were half board. The food and variety at Breakfast & Dinner was good.
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From US$361 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 211 reviews
The location of the hotel is good, quiet and safe area. Hotel has good security measures applied. The accommodation was very good, clean and comfy. Quality of food was very good and they have wide selection of meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel staff was always there for us, super friendly and helpful.
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VictoriaIv
Estonia
From US$718 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 392 reviews
The service was exceptional,the staff were friendly , the kids center was such a great fit for my toddler kept him busy. The food oh wow different menu every day was such a treat! Will definitely be coming back
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christopher
Uganda
From US$767 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews
The place was extremely tidy to all details and, more importantly, was the stuff friendliness attending to every request. Fantastic place, thanks, and keep it up 👌
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Jamel
United Kingdom
From US$345.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 342 reviews
Excellent facilities too many to list The biggest pool I have ever seen at a hotel All the staff couldn't do enough for the clients First class food
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Terence
United Kingdom
From US$650 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 233 reviews
Smiling faces everywhere, Extremely friendly staff. Spacious rooms, perfect food. This hotel is a place I would love to return to.
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Ilya
Russia
From US$225 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 382 reviews
Everything was beautiful. Fantastic and hospitable service all through- from the security, reception and check in! No regrets!
Guest review by
Eghonghon
Nigeria
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 387 reviews
Nicole is a warm host able to make feel anyone at home. The restaurant lodge situated in front of the beach is stunning.
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Mauro
Italy
From US$271.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,250 reviews
Everything. We travelled on a budget and the location, hospitality and accommodation exceeded our expectations.
Guest review by
Thafir
South Africa
From US$1,100 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 319 reviews
Everything: the gardens, the rooms, the beach, the people, the food, the details!
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Claudia
Portugal
From US$99.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews
Friendliest staff at the bar/restaurant, great location too.
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Mmathabo
South Africa
From US$1,030 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 296 reviews
Beutiful hotel . Friendly staff . Perfect sandy beach .
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Erdenis
Lithuania
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,394 reviews
The location, the food, the amenities, the personnel
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Chifaoui
Morocco
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 225 reviews
Everything 😭 Not even the rain could ruin our trip.
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Lawrencia
South Africa
From US$100 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,232 reviews
Excellent Location and on the best beach of Nungwi
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Maria Rosaria
Kenya

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8.0

The vibes are great — everything you need is nearby,...

The vibes are great — everything you need is nearby, including shops, restaurants, and tour offices. Restaurants on the beach tend to be a bit pricey, but if you take a short walk into the side streets, you’ll find places offering the same quality food at much more reasonable prices. What I didn’t like were the beach boys — they’re nice and friendly, but can be a bit annoying as they keep trying to sell things. They’re not too pushy, but it’s hard to relax when someone approaches you every couple of minutes. The only time you can truly enjoy some peace is early in the morning. Important note : you have to strongly negotiate the prices and people are very nice and easy going Try to learn few words from their language they will be super happy :)
Guest review by
Raafat
8.0

Enjoyed the overall 'happy' atmosphere that is all around at...

Enjoyed the overall 'happy' atmosphere that is all around at Stone Town, you feel perfectly safe, everybody is friendly, nobody is harassing you. Typically enjoyed walking through the narrow streets of Stone Town, sniffing up all kinds of scents.
Guest review by
Pieter
United Arab Emirates
8.0

It was a great stay for me and my family.

It was a great stay for me and my family. The best part of this hotel is the entire staff. Extremely friendly and courteous.Always smiling and greeting at every opportunity.A special thanks goes to Fadhila who made us and especially my daughter feel very special and welcome.The Manager was also very friendly and polite.Overall I would rate my stay as exceptional.
Guest review by
Anonymous
8.0

A peaceful and welcoming town with a strong sense of...

A peaceful and welcoming town with a strong sense of community and a safe, relaxing atmosphere. We stayed in a peaceful part of town, where there were noticeably fewer street vendors selling beads and souvenirs compared to other areas. This made the atmosphere even more calm and relaxing, allowing us to fully enjoy the local charm without feeling overwhelmed.
Guest review by
Iwona
Poland
10

Lovely beach on the Indian Ocean.

Lovely beach on the Indian Ocean. Lots of restaurants, bars and snack shops from higher end and usual fare to local pubs and dining. Beautiful views, jet ski, kite surfing and dhow or outrigger hires for snorkeling. beautiful clear water and you can walk the sandbars at low tide or swim there at high tide. An hour or so from Stone Town hustle and bustle, but still close enough for a day excursion.
Guest review by
Ramon
United States
10

Matemwe was nice - the beach part.

Matemwe was nice - the beach part. Sad to see the poverty behind the gates of the hotel. The tides were a bit different from what we have expected as the water would leave the beach at 9am and return around 5pm. If you did not make it to swim early in the morning, you missed it. We took a reef walk which was beautiful, saw a lot of see creatures, and that was very amazing experience. Also took a boat tour to see the sunset - it was worth the trip. Did not like how the locals would just stop on the beach and start shouting at you to buy smth. Also the part of the hotel beach is not segregated in any way, which does not give you a privacy enough. The food was amazing though - the hotel goes much beyond - and all day brekfast concept was amazing.
Guest review by
Sonya B.N.
Austria
10

If you are looking for white sand beach with the best ocean...

If you are looking for white sand beach with the best ocean waters and minimal tides, Kendwa is the best place in Zanzibar. The beach is the most spacious and greatest on the island and the village provides all the necessities you would need. With many tours and water activities offered on the beach you would hardly need to move anywhere else. It is also a walkable distance to Nungwi during low tide if anyone is interested in a more bustily environment.
Guest review by
Lazarevska
8.0

Michamvi is located approximately 65 kilometers from...

Michamvi is located approximately 65 kilometers from Forodhani, and the journey can feel quite long—particularly if you have just arrived in Zanzibar. The drive is somewhat uncomfortable due to the condition of the road, which consists largely of worn, uneven tarmac. Additionally, the area lacks local street food options, leaving nearby hotels—most of which are high-end and expensive—as the primary dining choices. As someone who genuinely enjoys the rich and flavorful cuisine of Stone Town, I found the food in the area to be rather bland and not reflective of its price point.
Guest review by
Anonymous
South Africa
10

This is not a touristy location... it is off the beaten...

This is not a touristy location... it is off the beaten track... a village, by the sea, with an increasing number of resorts being added. I hope it does not lose its charm to the crowds. This is a quiet, special place.
Guest review by
Fiona
United Kingdom
10

I loved that it was a proper reflection of the Island in...

I loved that it was a proper reflection of the Island in that you took home the beauty of the place and kindness of the people. It was not loud or noisy and had very few touristy hotels and vendors hassling you
Guest review by
suzie ovenstone
South Africa