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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. wonderful place between kendwa and nungwi beach, close to restaurant and shop. but the biggest advantage of garden pearls is the wonderful team of Victor and Vicki, absolutely wonderful, helpful and always smiling. I hope to come back in September

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9
Superb
115 reviews
Price from
US$30.80
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. If you like to taste some local vibe on Zanzibar with excellent accommodation, this is perfect choice for you. Service is fabulous with superb breakfast and afternoon tea time.

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9.1
Superb
230 reviews
Price from
US$99
per night

Situated in Paje in the Zanzibar region, with Paje Beach nearby, Tamu House Pajé Beach offers accommodation with access to a fitness room. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. The guest house features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. The place is clean and everything was good I will definitely go back again.

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9
Superb
303 reviews
Price from
US$18.70
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. Brilliant hotel! We had a wonderful stay in this great hotel. The rooms and beds are very comfortable and the pool is an oasis of cool in the hot weather. The breakfast is wonderful. Jourdan, Lorin and their team (particularly Mwana) gave us great advice on local restaurants and tours and went above and beyond to make our stay unforgettable. Hope to return one day!

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9.1
Superb
297 reviews
Price from
US$107.80
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. Absolutely Amazing! The breakfast, the staff, definitely will be staying here again.

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9.4
Superb
466 reviews
Price from
US$93.50
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. I really liked the homey cozy vibe. Very few tourists.

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9.7
Exceptional
300 reviews
Price from
US$80.30
per night

Set in Jambiani, a few steps from Paje Beach, Mango Beach House offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Each accommodation at the 3-star hotel has sea views, and guests can enjoy access to a restaurant and to a bar. The accommodation provides room service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests. The location is superb, being right by the white, sandy beach. The staff offered us sailing and fishing trips in traditional dhows, right from the Mango Beach House. Easy access to the village as well.

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9.3
Superb
114 reviews
Price from
US$80
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. Absolutely loved the laid back vibe of this place.I was offered an upgrade and had the room right by the beach. The tasteful interior of the rooms attracted me to this hotel initially. This is the kind of place you can walk barefoot in all day. Its small and intimate with really friendly people working there. And delicious food! Great drinks! Wonderful beach bar with a fun swing!

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9.2
Superb
441 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. There are many things to like about the hotel but the main reasons are the owners, who are passionate about hospitality and very professional. All their staff is also very friendly and attentive to the guests, there is a genuinely good atmosphere in this hotel. Another great asset is the restaurant. Food is simple, with fresh and healthy ingredients, and it tastes amazing. If you are unfortunate enough to have booked your stay in a different hotel, you can at least make it up by eating at Helwa's. All the best to Helwa's and happy anniversary!

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9.5
Exceptional
192 reviews
Price from
US$97.75
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. Good location, delicious breakfast, friendly staff, calm place to stay, big terrace with sea view.

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9
Superb
208 reviews
Price from
US$35
per night

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FAQs about guest houses in Zanzibar

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

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

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

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

  • Couples visiting Zanzibar loved staying at Peace and Love Villa, Baraka house and MLodge.

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

  • Stay House, Oasis Paje and Cast Away Residence 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: Zanzibar House Boutique Hotel, Mango Beach House and Jawda.

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

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

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

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