Babalao Bungalows

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.7
Rated exceptional

Property highlights

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Babalao Bungalows in Nungwi offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden views. Each room includes a terrace, outdoor furniture, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, lush garden, and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Additional amenities include a restaurant, bar, and outdoor seating area. Dining Experience: The on-site restaurant serves lunch and dinner with continental and à la carte breakfast options. Breakfast includes warm dishes, fresh pastries, pancakes, and fruits. Prime Location: Located a 2-minute walk from Nungwi Beach, the hotel is 38 mi from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. Nearby attractions include Kichwele Forest Reserve and Mangapwani Coral Cave. Scuba diving is available in the surroundings.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast Info

Continental

FREE parking!

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
2 bunk beds
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1 queen bed
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Eiman
Qatar Qatar
“This place is a hidden gem in the heart of Nungwi and only a short walk from the beach. The reception and restaurant area by the pool were so beautiful and sometimes (when we were tired from the beach) we’d just lounge there for hours. The food is...”
Lauren
United States United States
“Babalao was excellent! Gorgeous oasis with top notch service. The owner gives every guest his personal contact info at check in, and is always available for questions or requests throughout the entire stay! There was also an incredibly sweet...”
Dalinez
United States United States
“The staff were great, the location was great, right by the beach, close to shops and food.”
Wassim
Lebanon Lebanon
“Authenticity is the key. This place has a very nice theme.”
Maryam
Netherlands Netherlands
“We had an amazing stay at Babalao Bungalows in Zanzibar! From the moment we arrived, we felt completely at home. Max, the owner, was incredibly kind and helpful—always ready with great recommendations on where to eat (especially to make sure the...”
Kristen
United States United States
“The staff here is incredible from the manager Max to the restaurant staff and others working around the hotel. They serve a phenomenal breakfast every morning and they are attentive to every need. Max even gives you his number on WhatsApp in case...”
Lojain
Canada Canada
“Max and the rest of the staff were incredible and hospitable! The breakfast options were good and the seating area with the pool is nice. And there cute pets to enjoy their company ☺️”
Holmes
United States United States
“This place is great! Friendly staff. Good food. Very close to the beach. Clean pool. Beautiful, casual ambiance. Very reasonable prices on tours and services. Endless hot water. Powerful, quiet room AC.”
Marion
France France
“Very nice staff and very good location near the beach and very good facilities Best breakfast so far in Zanzibar”
Dana
United States United States
“Babalao is a gem in a sea of giant resorts. It is located near the beach, had great food, the rooms were comfortable and the staff was very attentive. Alp helped us set up tours around the island with reputable guides and he made sure our stay...”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
babalao
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Amenities of Babalao Bungalows

Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
From 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 6 years
Extra bed upon request
$20 per child, per night
7+ years
Extra bed upon request
$30 per person, per night

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There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
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