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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. Excellent location , very clean , well equipped and furnished

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9
Superb
115 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
234 reviews
Price from
US$99
per night

The units at the inn are fitted with a seating area. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, some units at Chokoro House also feature a terrace. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Relaxing environment, safe and comfortable , staff made us feel welcome, owners went over and beyond to make our stay exceptional Pool added bonus, good breakfast with lovely choices Restaurants and beach few minutes walk; highly recommended

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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. The staff was really welcoming and very, very friendly, most hospitable and helpful. The houses are very clean, we slept really well on the beds, the pool is very clean and is cleaned every early morning, the food is really good (can recommend the chapati chicken wrap). We enjoyed every minute of our stay and would recommend 100/100.

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9.4
Superb
468 reviews
Price from
US$76.50
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. Everything. The perfect location, the nice details everywhere, the food, and of course the kindness of the owners and everybody working at Mama Root. It was a perfect getaway spot.

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9.7
Exceptional
291 reviews
Price from
US$80.30
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
439 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 hotel owners are present on site every day and take care of their guests in a warm and professional manner, significantly exceeding the standards on Zanzibar. The hotel is characterized by attention to detail, a very nice atmosphere, many amenities for guests. In relation to other hotels in the region, here you can feel the European hand of Mrs. Ursula and give a sense of care. Additionally, a huge advantage of the place is the high quality cuisine both at breakfast and dinner. It is worth coming here and coming back.

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9.5
Exceptional
192 reviews
Price from
US$78.20
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. Great place to stay, steps from the beach and several restaurants and kite/snorkeling centers. Amina and Issa were very attentive and super friendly. The breakfast was excellent.

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9.1
Superb
208 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. The friendliness of our hosts , made it feel like home away from home

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9.3
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. I did a huge amount of research before booking this particular property and we were not disappointed at all. It is NOT like staying in a hotel, it is more like being invited to stay at a family house with friends who have exceptional staff providing for you and them. Maxi and Milia are Italian and their home reflects this, as well as their approach with guests, and we found them to be excellent hosts, who will chat with you and help you any way they can in a way I have never experienced in a 'brand' hotel, ever. One of the reviews I saw suggested that Italian guests were better treated - we are English and were treated wonderfully, by absolutely everyone. Another review said the food service was slow because they were not guests of the property, they are completely missing the point, and the style of Zanzibar. I cannot recommend this property enough. The hosts and staff provide a (much quieter than average) place to stay in Zanzibar where you can do as little as you wish, or as much as you want, because your hosts will gladly organise trips with their drivers and cars like they did for us.

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9.1
Superb
201 reviews
Price from
US$84.60
per night

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FAQs about guest houses in Zanzibar

  • Game Fish Lodge, Minah Bungalows 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: Jawda, Amka Guest house and Cast Away Residence.

  • The average price per night for a guest house on Zanzibar for this weekend is US$72, based on current Booking.com prices.

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

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

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

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

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

    In addition to these guest houses, Game Fish Lodge, Zanzistar Lodge and Olamanga Beach Villa Adults Only are also popular on Zanzibar.

  • Many families visiting Zanzibar loved staying at Happy House Nungwi, MLodge and Hakuna Matata Guest House.

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

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