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Set in Nungwi, 200 metres from Nungwi Beach, Canary Hotel & SPA offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as an indoor pool. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property. Wonder staff and super clean room!

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9.5
Exceptional
1,118 reviews
Price from
US$126.95
per night

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. Location, facilities, relaxed atmosphere, staff

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9
Superb
1,710 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. We had a great time right at the beachfront. It’s a very local experience. It’s a villages right nearby. My friends and I had a blast.

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9.3
Superb
1,035 reviews
Price from
US$113.85
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. The breakfast was good, timely delivery and same as requested. Enough choices with option of packaging.

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9.1
Superb
1,554 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 hotel is very well located in Nungwi, the facilities are very good, clean and very taken care of. Alp the hotel owner is very organized and helpful.

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9.7
Exceptional
1,861 reviews
Price from
US$50
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. The most friendly staff, very clean room, superb location. Everything was just perfect!

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9.1
Superb
1,073 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. So clean , comfortable and peaceful!the hot shower was amazing! And the common area had a peaceful space to work or just chill. The staff was very kind too

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9.7
Exceptional
117 reviews

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. Stayed for 1 night only... sadly – should have booked more. The place is peaceful and right on a calm stretch of beach. Staff was chill, no stress. No loud music, just waves.

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9.1
Superb
241 reviews
Price from
US$320.62
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. Superb! Absolutely wonderful! The hotel is located in front of the beach where you can enjoy the amazing sandbank when the tide is low. While the beach is public the access is very difficult so it id like having your own private beach. The views from the hotel are spectacular. The room are spacious, comfortable and very clean and it has a pool. The staff is amazing, very nice and attentive, from the manager Peter to all the staff at the restaurant and reception, everyone made us feel welcome and at home.

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9.3
Superb
233 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. I had an absolutely wonderful experience at this hotel. From the moment I arrived, I felt warmly welcomed and genuinely cared for. The entire team was incredibly kind, helpful, and always available. Their constant presence and willingness to assist made the stay feel effortless and personal — they’re just genuinely nice, caring people who clearly love what they do. The location is perfect: tucked away in a quiet, peaceful area ideal for a relaxing vacation, yet just a few minutes’ walk from all the vibrant spots and city life. It offers the perfect balance of serenity and accessibility. The rooms were in perfect condition — spotless, comfortable, and beautifully maintained. The views were absolutely amazing and added so much to the overall ambience, which was calm, elegant, and welcoming. Even the little touches stood out. Even without a breakfast buffet, every morning brought a new, delicious selection. You could really feel the care put into creating a fresh, varied experience each day. Most importantly, I felt completely safe and taken care of throughout my stay.

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9.6
Exceptional
249 reviews
Price from
US$112.50
per night

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