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Jambiani Backpackers Hostel

Jambiani

Located in Jambiani, a few steps from Paje Beach, Jambiani Backpackers Hostel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Among the various facilities are a terrace, a bar, as well as a private beach area. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a shared kitchen. Enjoyed our stay in Jambiani Backpakers. Super nice hostel in peaceful area close to the beach. They have made the common areas so beautiful and relaxed. We stayed in private room and also in dorm, both were good. Best wifi we have had in Tanzania and cutest little kitty!!

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9.4
Wonderful
114 reviews
Price from
$10.80
per night

New Teddy's on the Beach

Jambiani Beach, Jambiani

Located in Jambiani, New Teddy's on the Beach features an outdoor swimming pool, garden and free WiFi. The property has a terrace, as well as a bar. The accommodation offers a tour desk, luggage storage space and currency exchange for guests.

All units at the hostel come with a seating area. New Teddy's on the Beach provides some rooms with sea views, and all rooms come with a balcony. Absolutely loved my whole time at New Teddy’s. The location, space and facilities are a dream: right in front of a gorgeous beach, beautiful layout with the swimming pool in the middle, the different lounge options, the sunshine and the breeze, the bar and open living/dinning area. The whole environment really makes it easy to meet people, hangout and overall feel really happy while being there. The food and drinks were incredible, highly reccomend the salads and cocktails (specially during happy hour, when everybody gathers around the bar) and the prices are really reasonable. Finally, the staff team is amazing, super warm and friendly, hardworking, trustworthy, they give the best reccomendations because they genuinely want to share their knowledge and love for this place. Asante Selina, Nuru, Enock, Juma, Amos, Raphael and the whole team, your good vibes make this place really special :)

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9.1
Wonderful
721 reviews
Price from
$22
per night

Villa Upendo Paje

Paje Beach, Paje

Located in Paje and within 100 metres of Paje Beach, Villa Upendo Paje features a terrace, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests.

At the hostel, each room has a wardrobe. Guest rooms at Villa Upendo Paje are equipped with a private bathroom and bed linen. Nina was really friendly and helpful! The location is nice, close to the beach! The place was really clean and safe! I felt very welcome and like home! Definitely will go back! Thanks for everything!

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9.1
Wonderful
17 reviews
Price from
$35
per night

Mambo Leo Hostel

Paje Beach, Paje

Situated in Paje, within 400 metres of Paje Beach and 19 km of Jozani Forest, Mambo Leo Hostel features accommodation with a garden and a shared lounge, and free WiFi.

At the hostel rooms have bed linen and towels. Nice garden to hang out, very nice staff.

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9
Wonderful
48 reviews
Price from
$10
per night

Your Zanzibar Place

Paje Beach, Paje

Situated in Paje, a few steps from Paje Beach, Your Zanzibar Place features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the property is located within 20 km of Jozani Forest. The hostel also offers free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. First off, I just wanted to express my utmost gratitude towards the lovely staff at this specific hostel. The location of this hostel is prime. Tucked away, but close enough to the beach (basically on the beach with a one minute walk over). I stayed at a hostel nearby prior to arriving to Your Zanzibar Place, and was happy with switching over. **FANS blasted AIR well, and mosquito nets were maintained. They were actually doing maintenance and checking up on each "hut" while I was there, which is promising to future travellers. Breakfast of choice included was a plus, each morning I had a new fruit juice. Favourite one was jackfruit and papaya! I stayed at this location for Christmas and the hostel hosted an all you can eat buffet for a decent price, great vibe and it was packed. Ambience, music, and areas to chill made this hostel perfect for meeting other travellers. I made amazing friendships from all over the world. I cannot forget to mention the amazing staff Miros and owner JOSIP + close family friends who made the end of my solo travelling experience memorable in Zanzibar. I'll be back to visit Paje SOON! If you need anything, do not hesitate to ask. They will help you with anything you need. Thank you x

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8.9
Excellent
1,103 reviews
Price from
$26
per night

Shoki Shoki Hostel

Zanzibar City

Situated in Zanzibar City and within 400 metres of Stone Town Beach, Shoki Shoki Hostel has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is around 800 metres from Old Dispensary, 200 metres from St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral and 100 metres from Old Fort of Zanzibar. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and a tour desk for guests. Very well located and you have everything you need for a Hostel... hot water, spacious shower, nice and clean dorms, very confortable mattress and friendly staff...

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8.4
Very Good
595 reviews
Price from
$12
per night

Green's Nungwi

Nungwi Beach, Nungwi

A calm, cozy oasis with a relaxing garden, a perfect place for backpackers and solo travelers, conveniently located in the Nungwi Beach district of Nungwi, Green's Nungwi is situated 200 meters from Supermarket, 400 meters from East Africa Divers and 500 metres from World Wide Supermarket. The property is located 300 meters from Nungwi Beach. The accommodation offers a 24-hour security, a shared kitchen. A pool under the palms in the Green garden. the place was clean and quiet the stuff are really helpful charming and friendly ☺

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8.6
Excellent
656 reviews
Price from
$25
per night

Stone Town House

Zanzibar City

Situated in Zanzibar City, 300 metres from Stone Town Beach, Stone Town House features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and concierge services. Popular points of interest nearby include Sultan's Palace, Zanzibar, Hamamni Persian Baths and Old Dispensary. The property is non-smoking and is set 800 metres from Peace Memorial Museum.

At the hostel the rooms have bed linen and towels. The staff was exceptionally helpful. Food recommendations were spot on.

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8.6
Excellent
354 reviews
Price from
$15
per night

Drifters Zanzibar

Paje Beach, Paje

Situated in Paje, a few steps from Paje Beach, Drifters Zanzibar features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a bar. The hostel has an outdoor swimming pool and luggage storage space and free WiFi throughout the property. Its perfect located and the staff is great

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8
Very Good
516 reviews
Price from
$12
per night

Aquarium Beach House

Nungwi Beach, Nungwi

Aquarium Beach House features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Nungwi. A few steps from Nungwi Beach and 2.5 km from Royal Beach, the property offers a bar and a private beach area. The accommodation provides room service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests.

The hostel features certain units with garden views, and every room is fitted with a balcony. All units include bed linen. beach front and location , we spent a very nice stay thank you

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8.4
Very Good
53 reviews
Price from
$99
per night

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