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Nungwi House

2.0 star property
Guesthouse with a coffee shop/cafe, a quick walk to Nungwi Beach

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Garden view
Twin Room
Breakfast area
Garden
Restaurant

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$74
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug

Explore the area

Map
Nungwi, Nungwi, Zanzibar, 73107
  • Nungwi Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Kendwa Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Wardrobe
Travel cot
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Double Room

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Wardrobe
Travel cot
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double or Twin Room

Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Wardrobe
Travel cot
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Nungwi

At Nungwi House you'll be within a 10-minute stroll of Nungwi Beach and within 30 minutes of Mnarani Natural Aquarium. .This guest house offers concierge services, a garden and luggage storage. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights in the region of this Nungwi guest house include Kendwa Beach and Mnemba Island.
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What's nearby

  • Nungwi Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kendwa Beach - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Muyuni Beach - 38 min drive - 24.5 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Promenade Main Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪M&J Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ginger Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sexy Fish - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Upendo Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Nungwi House

Guesthouse with a coffee shop/cafe, a quick walk to Nungwi Beach
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Nungwi House also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Nungwi guest house.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
Nungwi House offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations, with a ceiling fan. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Nungwi House

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.00 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 40 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.00 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Nungwi House Guesthouse
Nungwi House Zanzibar Island
Nungwi House Nungwi
Nungwi House Guesthouse
Nungwi House Guesthouse Nungwi

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Nungwi House?

Nungwi House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Nungwi House?

As of 2 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nungwi House on 3 Aug 2025 start from AU$74.26, 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 Nungwi House?

Yep, Nungwi House is a short 5-minute walk from Nungwi Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and waterskiing. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Nungwi House?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Nungwi House?

Check-in begins at 1:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Nungwi House?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Nungwi House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Edith

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay at Nungwi House. The staff were really friendly and helpful and made a delicious breakfast. 5 stars
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Savana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and breakfast!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faran

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Joseph

Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Likes: Quiet, clean, friendly staff, and just a few minutes walk from the beach. Dislikes: It's located next to a preschool, so six days out of the week, it is your alarm clock. If you are looking to be pampered, this place is not for you.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Femina Sagina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the decor in my room, especially the sliding door. I also loved the dining set-up
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

You Get What You Pay For (don’t do it)

One of my worst hotel experiences. The air conditioning in the room did not work and there is no overnight staff to contact. It was 34 degrees. There is no bottled water in the rooms (you cannot drink the tap water). When an extra towel was requested (for the second person in the room - the room had 2 beds) the staff said none were available as they needed to do laundry. One was eventually provided and it was dirty. Stained with unidentified substance on certain parts. Staff at breakfast was friendly but there is no water available then either. They suggest you purchase at a local shop. The location is very (!) difficult to get to due to the lack of roads (there is a road but it is not paved and so full of crevasses it is very difficult for cars to access it. Would not recommend unless your only requirements for the evening are a flat surface to sleep on with walls around you.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anjum

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wifi Connection was very poor.otherwise every thing was very good

10/10 Excellent

graham

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff ,Hotel really good value for the price,Room big and clean. Nice breakfast.Would totally recommend if your looking for just a place to stay while you get out and about
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Scott

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

Small and quaint

No air conditioning but you didn't need it. Small and quaint. Nice location and price. My only complaint is that I wish they started breakfast at 7am instead of 8am. They also could do a better job with their coffee too.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Esra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Klaus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Bakenam

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amandine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place, very cozy and comfortable. The whole staff is excellent and very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Oskar

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

lovely stay

very friendly people, nice garden, lovely breakfast!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jon, Whistler, Canada

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was great, clean, nice. Great location, very close to the beach. Definitely recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfy rooms. Basic, but it's got all you need. Staff are amazing; everyone is very kind and goes the extra mile to make you feel comfortable. We got a tour around the general area after check in and they helped with any and all reservations for taxis, excursions, etc. Breakfast is delicious. So much fruit! Very good. One and only downside is the heat - there is no AC and there is unfortunately not much breeze going through the room. The ceiling fan helps, but only so much. If you don't mind the heat, then this is the perfect place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Marko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

andrew

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

Great Experience

You can't beat it for the price you get. Room is 2 minute walk to the beach. Staff is friendly with a free delicious breakfast. Moody, the owner, is great and can connect you with people for any activity you want to do. Only downside is no air conditioning but if you want ultimate comfort like that I suggest Miami, not Zanzibar. Wifi also worked well.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
enkelt ställe med rena rum som städas varje dag. bra service och god frukost.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sébastien

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

Hébergement très propre et agréable

Hébergement très propre et confortable. Accueil très agréable et petit déjeuner très bien. Emplacement très bien et possibilité de stationner la voiture. Il manque juste des moustiquaires. Un peu bruyant le matin à cause de l'appel à la prière très tôt le matin
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Borja

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

Perfecta relación calidad-precio

Desayuno muy bueno. Trato amable y buena limpieza. Excelente ubicación. Muy buena relación calidad-precio.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I am happy that I stayed at Nungwi House. The staff was super friendly and helpful. I felt like friends. They helped me about anything. I would definitely recommend this place. It is very close to the beach and there are taxis right in front of the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022