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Nungwi Hotel Guide - Boutique Hotels in Nungwi, Unguja North Region

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Our top choices for Nungwi boutique hotels

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1. Opera Hotel

Opera Hotel
3.0 star property
Nungwi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and very friendly staff. The only suggestion I have as a means to improve is to potentially find a way to control the flies during the breakfast buffet. We found it slightly bothersome on some occasions. Outside of that, everything was truly amazing and would consider visiting again!"
United States
Tanerfa
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Opera Hotel
A resort pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a building with a thatched roof.

2. Sandies Nungwi Beach Zanzibar - All Inclusive

Sandies Nungwi Beach Zanzibar - All Inclusive
4.5 star property
Nungwi
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Great stay. Amazing all inclusive buffet meals. Nice pool and sandy beach with turquoise waters"
India
anurag
The price is €354
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Sandies Nungwi Beach Zanzibar - All Inclusive
A pool with a view of the ocean, a lounge area with a chair and umbrella, and a potted plant.

3. Aluna Beach Apartments

Aluna Beach Apartments
4.0 star property
Nungwi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (69 reviews)
"We had an amazing stay. The apartment is equipped with everything you need. The communication is fantastic and the location is really good. The staff Sadia and Simon are amazing and give exceptional service. We really enjoyed outer stay. It is extremely clean and the staff are really kind"
United Kingdom
Lily-Jade
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Aluna Beach Apartments
A pool area with a thatched-roof structure, wooden furniture, and tropical plants.

4. Babalao Bungalows

Babalao Bungalows
3.0 star property
Nungwi
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Oliver
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Babalao Bungalows
A garden pathway surrounded by lush greenery and various plants.

5. Nungwi House

Nungwi House
2.0 star property
Nungwi
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (55 reviews)
"Staff was supportive and the property was perfect."
United States
Diana
The price is €39
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Nungwi House
Outdoor pool

6. Game Fish Lodge

Game Fish Lodge
3.0 star property
Nungwi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Outstanding private place, the owners are super great people, meals were awesome and plentiful, nice pool overlooking the ocean with a swim up bar"
United States
Andrew
The price is €127
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Game Fish Lodge
A room with a view of the ocean, a beach, and a tree.

7. Nungwi Dreams by Mantis

Nungwi Dreams by Mantis
4.5 star property
Nungwi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (216 reviews)
"I stayed here 5nights with my friends and the experience was great. Very clean with good ambience and yummy buffet breakfast."
United States
Yetunde
The price is €159
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Nungwi Dreams by Mantis
Overwater bungalows with thatched roofs, a sandy beach, and clear turquoise water.

8. Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive
4.0 star property
Nungwi
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (449 reviews)
"amazing resort, amazing staff (the nicest i’ve ever encountered) great amenities. i loved my stay here, would definitely come back to another riu in zanzibar in the future!"
Canada
Jennifer
The price is €362
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive
A beachside patio with tables and chairs, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

9. Maisha Nungwi

Maisha Nungwi
3.0 star property
Nungwi
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (126 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, "
Canada
joseph
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Maisha Nungwi
A pool area with lounge chairs and a wooden boat.

10. Nungwi Garden Boutique Hotel

Nungwi Garden Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Nungwi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (34 reviews)
"Very good breakfast, they cook what you like. Very clean room and the staff was so friendly "
American Samoa
JORGE A
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Nungwi Garden Boutique Hotel
A clear blue pool with a view of the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and a thatched umbrella.

11. The Zanzibari

The Zanzibari
4.0 star property
Nungwi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (274 reviews)
"Very clean, great staff"
United States
Tomasz
The price is €156
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Zanzibari
A thatched-roof structure with a view of the sea and palm trees.

12. Cocolala Beach House

Cocolala Beach House
4.0 star property
Nungwi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (62 reviews)
"Cocolala was a fantastic stay! Sebastian and his team were extremely helpful and made everything very easy. We were able to book our snorkeling and transport through the hotel, enjoy a tasty breakfast each morning and being a one minute walk to the beach was great!"
United States
Alexander
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Cocolala Beach House
A beachfront hotel with overwater bungalows, a pool, and a beach bar.

13. Double A Nungwi Beach Hotel – Beach Front

Double A Nungwi Beach Hotel – Beach Front
4.5 star property
Nungwi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (107 reviews)
"The hotel is on the beach it has a beautiful view. The staffs are great they have amazing hospitality. The breakfast has very little options. The restaurant food is good."
United States
kebron
The price is €147
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Double A Nungwi Beach Hotel – Beach Front
A swimming pool with a pebble border, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

14. Ondo House

Ondo House
3.0 star property
Nungwi
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (8 reviews)
"Friendly staff but hard to find."
Sweden
Martin
The price is €51
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Ondo House
A breakfast table with toast, eggs, and a watermelon slice, overlooking a beach with palm trees.

15. Rafiki Hotel Nungwi Beach

Rafiki Hotel Nungwi Beach
3.0 star property
Nungwi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (8 reviews)
"Wonderfull"
United States
stephane
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Rafiki Hotel Nungwi Beach
A resort with a clear blue pool, thatched-roof villas, and a wooden pier.

16. Essque Zalu Zanzibar

Essque Zalu Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Nungwi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (149 reviews)
"Extraordinarily attentive staff with personable service. We enjoyed the spicy sauce and Flora went out of her way to make a specific batch to take with us. Elias was also friendly and knew when to circle back to us."
Singapore
Sean
The price is €196
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Essque Zalu Zanzibar
A beach with thatched-roof huts, palm trees, and boats on the water.

17. Turaco Nungwi Resort, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Turaco Nungwi Resort, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
Nungwi
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (657 reviews)
"Very outdated hotel, however it was clean and staff were friendly"
Canada
Dawn
The price is €191
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Turaco Nungwi Resort, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
A resort with multiple swimming pools, sun loungers, umbrellas, and overwater bungalows.

18. Hotel Riu Palace Swahili – All Inclusive – Adults Only

Hotel Riu Palace Swahili – All Inclusive – Adults Only
5.0 star property
Nungwi
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (117 reviews)
"It was a great property"
United States
Beza W
The price is €414
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Riu Palace Swahili – All Inclusive – Adults Only
A pool area with lounge chairs, a bar, and a thatched-roof structure.

19. Canary Hotel & SPA

Canary Hotel & SPA
4.0 star property
Nungwi
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (43 reviews)
"Fabulous hotel, lovely staff, very clean and excellent location to the beach."
United Kingdom
Heather
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Canary Hotel & SPA
A pool area with lounge chairs and a small waterfall feature.

20. Highland Bungalows

Highland Bungalows
3.0 star property
Nungwi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
"Good location, friendly staff, nice pool and nature around. "
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is €138
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Highland Bungalows
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Top Nungwi Hotel Reviews

Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel

Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Loved our stay at Z2 Hotel! Staff are all so welcoming, friendly and helpful – which made Hotel Z and Z2 a standout property. You'll be greeted with warm smiles and a happy "Jambo" by everyone! Hotel Z is the main property, and Z2 is the sister property (where we stayed) right around the corner. Hotel Z2 offers the same access to the Z Hotel property including the pool and beach lounge area (pool-side service), gym, spa and access to the Z property restaurants and other beach-front resort property restaurants. Our room was not beach-front- but did include a pool view and was very quiet. The beach is very short walk around the corner through the Z Hotel. The location in Nungwi is excellent on a more quiet section of the beach, and close enough to night life and fun activities. The resort properties offers all-inclusive restaurants if you purchase that package. We had the breakfast package - which at Z2 and was pool-side right on the property and very good – egg dishes or avocado toast made the way you like + a really generous buffet spread with juices, fresh fruit, pastries and so much more. Rooms are very clean and the air conditioning is really good - a must on this tropical island. A back-up generator kept everything running well 24/7. This is a big deal on the island where rolling blackouts can occur. Security were all very welcoming and kept a close eye on the entrances but the area, and everywhere we went in Zanzibar, felt very safe regardless."
Amy 14-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's the best boutique-style hotel in Nungwi?
Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel is a favourite hotel with our travellers looking for stylish accommodation, and features 40 guestrooms, 2 restaurants and a full-service spa. If you'd prefer to stay at a boutique hotel, you might also want to look at My Blue Hotel.
What's there to see and do in Nungwi?
The beaches and seaside are just some of the things to enjoy while you're in the area. Activities and attractions to experience around Nungwi include Nungwi Beach, Kendwa Beach and Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium. You might also like to explore more of the area and take in additional sights like Mnemba Island, Kiwengwa Beach and Kigomani Beach while you're here.
What kind of weather should I plan for when I travel to Nungwi?
Getting an idea of what to expect from the weather in Nungwi is important when planning your trip. The hottest months are usually March and February, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are August and July, with an average of 25°C. The rainiest months in Nungwi are April, May, March and November, with each month seeing an average of 206 mm of rainfall.
What's the best way to get to my boutique hotel in Nungwi?
You have a few options for transportation to and around Nungwi. The closest major airport is Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.), which is located 34.4 mi (55.4 km) from the heart of the city. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.