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Driftwood Beach Lodge

3.5 star property
Beachside hotel with outdoor pool

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Exterior
Exterior
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
The current price is AU$212
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar

Explore the area

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Jambiani, Jambiani
  • Place, Jambiani Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kite Centre Zanzibar
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Paje Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Jambiani

At Driftwood Beach Lodge you'll be steps from Jambiani Beach and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Kuza Cave. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .The restaurant, Driftwood, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free English breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .In the area of this 3.5-property class Jambiani hotel, you'll find Paje Beach.

What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Paje Beach - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Kuza Cave - 8 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Pingwe Beach - 23 min drive - 24.2 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Your Zanzibar Place - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪B4 Beach Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kisiwa on the Beach - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Coco Beach Hotel & Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pompetti Restaurant of Zanzibar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Driftwood Beach Lodge

Beachside hotel with outdoor pool
Driftwood Beach Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Driftwood Beach Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Jambiani hotel is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Driftwood Beach Lodge offers 8 accommodations with a safe and blackout curtains. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Driftwood

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Driftwood Beach Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night
  • Shuttle transfer per adult: USD 35 (one-way)
  • Shuttle transfer per child: USD 0 (one-way)
  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 72 hours of booking the reservation.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Driftwood Beach Lodge?

Yep, Driftwood Beach Lodge has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Driftwood Beach Lodge?

As of 16 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Driftwood Beach Lodge on 28 Feb 2026 start from AU$101.79, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Driftwood Beach Lodge?

Yep, Driftwood Beach Lodge is a short 1-minute walk from Jambiani Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling and fishing.

Does Driftwood Beach Lodge have a pool?

Driftwood Beach Lodge has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Driftwood Beach Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Driftwood Beach Lodge.

Does Driftwood Beach Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary English breakfast is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Driftwood Beach Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Driftwood Beach Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Driftwood Beach Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. Check-out time is 9:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Driftwood Beach Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Driftwood Beach Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 5 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On arrival we were immediately upgraded to a sea view room. Location and beach are good. Nice room with great view and air conditioning which is a must. All staff were very friendly. The chef is excellent and we really enjoyed our evening meals I would like to add that the manager Kariem is a credit to the running of this hotel. Thanks Kariem and i look forward to meeting up with you in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ying

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The best place to switch off and drift away!

Very relaxed very professionally managed resort. I would return and recommend friends. Friendly staff and very clean. The only thing is the mattress is not so comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Claudine Annick

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nous n’avons pas pu bénéficier de l’hôtel car Expedia a omis de nous informer que l’hôtel était fermé et la cellule de relogement ne nous a pas recontacte. Nous nous sommes trouvés à la rue et à devoir repayer un nouvel hôtel dans un contexte politique ultra tendu en Tanzanie. Merci encore une fois Expedia Attention à ce jour vous pouvez encore reservé cet hotel sur Expedia alors qu’il est toujours fermé. Nous n’avons pas pu juger l’hôtel en lui même.
Stayed 17 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Konrad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Konrad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024