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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. So quite for relaxing after swimming & beach Very good stuff and very nice location and very reasonable price

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9
Superb
114 reviews
Price from
US$35.20
per night

Situated a few steps from Jambiani Beach, Olamanga Beach Villa Adults Only offers an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. It is set 27 km from Jozani Forest and offers full-day security. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. Our stay at Olamanga Beach Villas in Zanzibar was truly unforgettable. The property is stunning, exuding authenticity and offering a serene, retreat-like atmosphere—an ideal spot for relaxation. The breakfast was exceptional, with eggs, toast, an array of fresh fruits, and incredible smoothies, making it the perfect start to each day. Lee and Raluu are outstanding hosts who go above and beyond to ensure a great experience. The trips we booked through them were fantastic and trustworthy. We can't recommend this place highly enough and will definitely return!

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9.1
Superb
230 reviews
Price from
US$99
per night

Situated in Nungwi, MITI Beach Bungalows features accommodation with a pool with a view, a balcony and garden views. Boasting full-day security, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. Absolutely Amazing! The breakfast, the staff, definitely will be staying here again.

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9.4
Superb
465 reviews
Price from
US$93.50
per night

Featuring a private beach area, garden and views of garden, Mama Root is located in Kizimkazi, a few steps from Kizimkazi Mkunguni Beach. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. 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$80.30
per night

Set just a few steps from Paje Beach, Mango Beach House provides accommodation in Jambiani with access to an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, as well as full-day security. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. For several reasons, we had to postpone our stay at Mango Beach House, in Jambiani, three times in the past. Finally, 2025 was the year for something long awaited. The expectations were high, but the reality surpassed them. A dream spot, right on the beach. The facilities, the outdoor and sea temperature , the sound of the crows, the breeze and the waves, the laughter of the children at night playing football on the beach, the food (delicious breakfast and wonderful meals), the friendliness and availability of the hosts made us wish that it could be our 'forever home'. And the truth is that during our stay we felt that it was also our home, thanks to the warm welcome from Beth, Dhula, our extraordinary chef Hemé (don't know how to spell it) and all the rest of the staff. There was also the opportunity to do some additional activities suggested and organized by Beth, namely a boat trip in typical Dhow, through the beautiful waters of Jambiani, as well as an unforgettable Mangrove tour, which ended at sunset, in a vibrant atmosphere in a bar in Michamvi. Beth and Team, thank you so much for the hospitality 🥰. We will see each other again some day. Ana and Luís - Portugal - March 2025

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9.2
Superb
116 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.

The rooms feature trendy and minimalistic design and the beds are draped with a mosquito net. There is a safety deposit box and the private bathrooms are fitted with a shower. We loved staying in the Lagoon room on the beach. Perfect location and laid back atmosphere. The room was clean and functional, and the service at the beach bar and banana restaurant were both great. Loved exploring the beach at low tide.

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9.2
Superb
438 reviews
Price from
US$63.75
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. What a place. Very nice so clean you would feel you are in your own place only 9 rooms which makes is it stand out and special top service. House keeping your room will be cleaned every day like you have just checked in. The couples who run the place working very hard around the clock making sure every gust feels special. So nice so quiet yet thy have some activity on Saturday. Breakfast is thought about very well, you will definitely look forward to it. Very long sandy beach 🏖️ waiting for you. I have come to Zanzibar for three time so far this is my perfect place i stayed for one week.

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9.5
Exceptional
189 reviews
Price from
US$97.75
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. We stayed in the "Apartment with Sea View". It felt like we had our own place on the beach, but with 2 people, Colin and Lesley, who cooked us excellent breakfasts and dinners. We loved the fruit crepes. The meals were not only delicious, but. so large we always had left overs for lunch The balcony apartment is quite large and has an am,azing pato with spectacular ocean view. The pool is deep and overlooks the ocean. We had it nearly to ourselves. There is a fridge near ,the pool with beer and soft drinks at very reasonable prices. If you wish a more lively place for drinks, you can go into town or next door to the Skybar. There is direct access to the ocean and while there are sea urchins, I swan in the ocean all 3 days I was there, but made sure I was wearing wster shoes. Some days we walked along the beach several kilometers. Colin and Lesley left us yo ourselves, except during breakfsst and dinner. They were grest hosts.

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9.2
Superb
110 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.

The spacious rooms have views of the palm grove garden or the Indian Ocean, and include terraces with seating areas. Free Wi-Fi is available is all areas. The breakfast was plentiful, a buffet and you can order from the menu as well. The food in the restaurant was delicious! Had an incredible seafood risotto. This place is magical, artistically decorated, beautiful rooms & right on the gorgeous beach. The staff was so kind and accommodating. Francesco made sure I had everything I needed. Zanzibar House was a true oasis of peace & relaxation.

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9.1
Superb
209 reviews
Price from
US$84.60
per night

Comprising a garden and barbecue facilities, Peace and Love Villa is a recently renovated accommodation in Jambiani situated close to Jambiani Beach. Among the facilities at this property are luggage storage space and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. Hospitality, very good interior design, very good services . The owner made our experience memorable and I would recommend it for a stay in Jambiani.

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10
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
US$35.10
per night

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FAQs about homestays in Zanzibar

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

    In addition to these homestays, Mango Beach House, Zanzistar Lodge and Game Fish Lodge are also popular on Zanzibar.

  • Oasis Paje, Minah Bungalows and Game Fish Lodge have received great reviews from guests visiting Zanzibar regarding the views from these homestays.

    Guests staying on Zanzibar also spoke highly of the views from these homestays: Mango Beach House, Cast Away Residence and Jawda.

  • We make it quick and easy to book a homestay on Zanzibar. Here’s what we offer:

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  • There are 125 homestays on Zanzibar you can book on Booking.com.

  • Most homestays on Booking.com offer free cancellation.

  • Couples visiting Zanzibar loved staying at Maji Lodge, Baraka house and Oasis Paje.

    Similarly, these homestays on Zanzibar are highly rated by couples: Peace and Love Villa, Mayssa Villa and Mint hause.

  • The average price per night for a homestay on Zanzibar for this weekend is US$65, based on current Booking.com prices.

  • Many families visiting Zanzibar loved staying at Happy House Nungwi, Wow Beach House and Peace and Love Villa.

    Similarly, Maji Lodge, Mama Root and Villa Lala are also popular with family travellers.

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