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Facing the beachfront, The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive offers 5-star accommodation in Matemwe and has a garden, private beach area and bar. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a business centre, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The resort features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, evening entertainment and a kids' club. Excellent bed house at beach,value for price,beach bar service very proffesional team!

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9
Superb
1,740 reviews
Price from
US$559
per night

Situated in Matemwe, a few steps from Matemwe Beach, HEBE Bungalows Lodge features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a shared lounge. Featuring a terrace, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and room service.

Activities such as hiking, snorkelling, cycling can be enjoyed in the surroundings, and guests can relax along the beachfront. The place was amazing, the hotel was really authentic and I really liked the vibe. It’s perfect for solo travellers and families as well. The staff was extremely kind and friendly. The bungalows were clean and they provided all the necessary amenities for a perfect and comfortable stay. The breakfast and the dishes were exceeded my expectations, everything was really delicious. Absolutely can recommend HEBE Bungalows and hope I can come back one day!

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9.3
Superb
1,030 reviews
Price from
US$98.75
per night

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. A hot tub and a car rental service are available for guests. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. Zanzibella is a piece of paradise. I have changed four different hotels to see the whole island and zanzibella was by far the best place I have stayed (I regret that I didn't stay more). The room I had was absolutely perfect with views at the pool and the sea, clean and huge. The food was delicious and in really reasonable / cheap price. The staff was always available to help with everything, educated and always with a warm smile. They had live music every night the time I stayed there. The music band's singer is the best voice I have ever heard and his show was amazing. The area of the hotel is very nice, you can see the real local life all around which makes this place unique. I never repeat countries but I could make an exception to come back here. A special thanks to the staff and their manager for the beautiful stay. I will miss you.

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9
Superb
1,551 reviews
Price from
US$150
per night

Babalao Bungalows has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Nungwi. 200 metres from Nungwi Beach and 42 km from Kichwele Forest Reserve, the property offers a restaurant and a bar. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The atmosphere is so Cousy , very close to the best beach I n the north of zanzibar , the owner will provide you with perfect advises on how to spend your time in the area.

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9.7
Exceptional
1,843 reviews
Price from
US$48.60
per night

With Paje Beach reachable in a few steps, Ananda Beach Hotel provides accommodation, a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a private beach area. Complimentary WiFi is provided throughout the property. People are amazing and the location is perfect

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9.1
Superb
1,071 reviews
Price from
US$76.95
per night

Compass Hostel in Nungwi provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is around 43 km from Kichwele Forest Reserve, 45 km from Cheetah's Rock and 48 km from Mangapwani Coral Cave. The property is non-smoking and is situated 200 metres from Nungwi Beach. We had a great location, the beds were very comfortable, we loved that there was privacy curtains in the hostel.

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9.7
Exceptional
123 reviews
Price from
US$11
per night

Located in Nungwi, 400 metres from Nungwi Beach, Kai Zanzibar Hotel and Spa provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is situated 43 km from Kichwele Forest Reserve. The facilities, the actual hotel was incredible. The room, the staff it was just the most beautiful place!!

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9
Superb
104 reviews
Price from
US$252.02
per night

Boasting a balcony with pool views, a private beach area and pool with a view, The Nest Tropical Oasis Resort can be found in Paje, close to Paje Beach and 36 km from Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The property features services including meeting and banquet facilities and evening entertainment. The nature all around is amazing, but you’ll want repellent in the evenings. Otherwise – total paradise.

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9.2
Superb
264 reviews
Price from
US$333.45
per night

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. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. Rooms have a balcony with a sea view. It was remote but I liked that and it only has 17 rooms so a very quiet place. Exactly what I was looking for. Adults only and a spa on site. But the best feature was the staff. Excellent attention from the staff.

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9.3
Superb
252 reviews
Price from
US$450
per night

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. The property is around 43 km from Kichwele Forest Reserve, 45 km from Cheetah's Rock and 48 km from Mangapwani Coral Cave. The accommodation offers room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests. Great new hotel on the beach. The boss takes care of you and your safety and the staff who will provide everything you need. Cleanliness, breakfasts and dishes at the highest level. I highly recommend it!

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9.6
Exceptional
264 reviews
Price from
US$67.50
per night

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