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Our top choices for Nakupenda Beach hotels

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Bawe Island Zanzibar

Bawe Island Zanzibar
5.0 star property
3.1 km from Nakupenda Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"An amazing stay at a beautiful place. Truly a paradise. Our assigned butler, Anwar, just made the whole stay that much more wonderful. "
Portugal
MIGUEL VEMBA
The price is €722
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May
Bawe Island Zanzibar
Lobby

Bawe Island Resort

Bawe Island Resort
3.1 km from Nakupenda Beach
Bawe Island Resort
On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach towels

Tembo B&B Apartments

Tembo B&B Apartments
4.0 star property
4.4 km from Nakupenda Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (131 reviews)
"Great ocean/beach location, breakfast had good selection. The on-site manager was very accommodating."
Canada
harold
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Tembo B&B Apartments
Interior

Zanzibar Coffee House

Zanzibar Coffee House
3.5 star property
4.9 km from Nakupenda Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (99 reviews)
"Charming and atmospheric property right in the heart of Stone Town's narrow alleyways. Love the vibe and breakfast on the roof!"
United States
Scott
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Zanzibar Coffee House
Basic Double Room

Shaba Boutique Hotel

Shaba Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
5 km from Nakupenda Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (20 reviews)
"Great Hospitality, Location in the local heart of Stonetown. "
United States
Melanie
The price is €56
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Shaba Boutique Hotel
3 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool loungers

Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel
4.0 star property
4.4 km from Nakupenda Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (976 reviews)
"The staff are very polite , and the breakfast is the best in Zanzibar. "
Canada
ALI
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Tembo House Hotel
Restaurant

Habari House

Habari House
2.5 star property
4.3 km from Nakupenda Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (13 reviews)
"Good accommodation, culturally unique property, highly convenient location for a tourist. price was a bit high. "
United States
Melanie
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Habari House
Courtyard

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel
4.0 star property
4.9 km from Nakupenda Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (415 reviews)
"Good location, friendly staff, and a really interesting and unique building. Would stay here again next time I’m in Stone Town"
Canada
Dean
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Mizingani Seafront Hotel
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Hanaia House

Hanaia House
4.0 star property
4.9 km from Nakupenda Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (37 reviews)
"super friendly workers breakfast was great great location thry also have wifi"
United States
Amber
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Hanaia House
Rooftop terrace

Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel
3.0 star property
4.6 km from Nakupenda Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (590 reviews)
"Nice hotel , perfect location , clean room . "
United States
Nemr
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Maru Maru Hotel
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Dhow Palace Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel
4.0 star property
4.4 km from Nakupenda Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (361 reviews)
"Good breakfast, very boutique, heritage style hotel showing history given it's located in historic Stone Town. Very good vibes, accessible to most locations from waterfront, to infamous fish market, to excellent restaurants, stores etc."
United States
Chaitanya
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Dhow Palace Hotel
On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach towels

Freddie Mercury Apartments

Freddie Mercury Apartments
2.5 star property
4.4 km from Nakupenda Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
"Great area, this is literally the building where Freddie Mercury lived, apartment with unique old zanzibari character, great location - near to beach, stone town and night market, great breakfast. Loved it."
United States
Vikas
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Freddie Mercury Apartments
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Spice Palace Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel
3.5 star property
4.6 km from Nakupenda Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (153 reviews)
"very good location of the hotel :) the staff is very friendly"
United States
leonid
The price is €48
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Spice Palace Hotel
Room (Violetta)

Emerson Spice Hotel

Emerson Spice Hotel
3.5 star property
4.9 km from Nakupenda Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (116 reviews)
"Beautiful decor in the heart of Stone Town. Staff was outstanding!"
Canada
Julie
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Emerson Spice Hotel
Building design

Jafferji House

Jafferji House
4.0 star property
4.6 km from Nakupenda Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (206 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful and historic hotel near shopping, dining and city sights. "
United States
LeKeitha
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Jafferji House
Exterior

Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town
3.0 star property
4.4 km from Nakupenda Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (26 reviews)
"The breakfast was delicious, WiFi good and location was excellent."
United Kingdom
lucy
The price is €49
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town
Restaurant

Hiliki House

Hiliki House
3.0 star property
4.6 km from Nakupenda Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (45 reviews)
"The staff at Hiliki house are great, and really love the area. Just a bit too rustic for what I paid. "
Canada
Kathleen
The price is €23
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
Hiliki House
Superior Double Room

The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
4.0 star property
4.3 km from Nakupenda Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (41 reviews)
"There was no pool and aircon was only in room, possibly in the resto downstairs, but in no common areas. Lovely staff, good food, nice decor and art. Lots of stairs. Airport shuttle was reasonable and good. "
Canada
Karin
The price is €394
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels

Tembo Palace Hotel

Tembo Palace Hotel
4.0 star property
4.4 km from Nakupenda Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (137 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast buffet and great location "
United States
Abiy
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
Tembo Palace Hotel
Indoor pool

Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
4.3 km from Nakupenda Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (507 reviews)
"Excellent "
Canada
Antonio
The price is €143
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
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Top Nakupenda Beach Hotel Reviews

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Very Nice hôtel Edith an antique charm Near stone town and 2 minutes Wallin to the ferry"
Johanne 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Hotels near other Nakupenda Beach attractions

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Shangani Beach

4.2/5 (171 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Shangani Beach during your travels in Zanzibar Town? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Nakupenda Beach?
If you're planning to come to the area to visit Nakupenda Beach, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. Travellers love the area for its beautiful beaches. You'll find 274 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay near Nakupenda Beach?
Tembo House Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. It's located 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Nakupenda Beach. Other good options within 5 miles include Bawe Island Zanzibar and Zanzibar Serena Hotel.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Nakupenda Beach?
Expedia has 274 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Nakupenda Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Nakupenda Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Nakupenda Beach.
What can I see and do near Nakupenda Beach?
Study the collections at House of Wonders, People's Palace Museum or Freddie Mercury Museum. Old Fort, Slave Market and Mbweni Ruins are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Nakupenda Beach. Enjoy the outdoors at Forodhani Gardens, Prison Island or Chapwani Island.

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