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Cocolala Beach House

4.0 star property
Travelers find both relaxation and inspiration at this beachfront property, where turquoise ocean views complement an on-site art gallery in a tropical setting

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Visitors enjoy white sandy beaches and clear waters at Cocolala Beach House. The property offers a continental breakfast to start the day, beach massages for relaxation, and a terrace where guests can unwind after exploring the surroundings.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is €45
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Balcony, Beachfront

Standard Double Room, Balcony, Beachfront

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Double Room, Garden View, Beachfront

Deluxe Double Room, Garden View, Beachfront

  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View, Beachfront

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View, Beachfront

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room, Garden View, Beachfront

Family Room, Garden View, Beachfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room, Ocean View, Beachfront

Family Room, Ocean View, Beachfront

  • Ocean view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a wardrobe, and a view of an outdoor patio.

Design Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Twin Room

Family Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located in Nungwi, Cocolala Beach House is in the entertainment district and on the beach. Slave Market is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Nungwi Beach and Kendwa Beach. Muyuni Beach and Kiwengwa Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and skydiving. Visit our Nungwi travel guide
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Kaskazini Street, Nungwi, Unguja North Region, 73107

What's nearby

  • Nungwi Beach
    Nungwi Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Panorama of Zanzibar shore with sandy beach,luxury resort and thatch stilt house restaurant at sunset. Summer travel in Zanzibar, Africa,Tanzania.
    Kendwa Beach
    5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Kiwengwa Beach
    Kiwengwa Beach
    52 min drive - 34.1 km
  • Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium
    17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Nungwi Sunrise Point
    4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Tam Tam Restaurant
    6 min walk
  • The Corner
    9 min walk
  • M&J Cafe
    4 min walk
  • Makofi Pizza Bar
    10 min walk
  • Fish Market Local Restaurant
    11 min walk

About this property

Cocolala Beach House

Upscale bed & breakfast near Nungwi Beach
Located close to Kendwa Beach, Cocolala Beach House provides free continental breakfast, a beach bar and a free food/drink shopping service. This bed & breakfast is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and beach massages. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a terrace and an art gallery on-site.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage and ATM/banking services
  • Tour/ticket information, smoke-free property and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as pillow menus and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • Decks/patios, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A beach bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Stroller

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • 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
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 50 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Cocolala Beach House Nungwi
Cocolala Beach House Bed & breakfast
Cocolala Beach House Bed & breakfast Nungwi

Frequently asked questions

Is Cocolala Beach House pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cocolala Beach House?

As of 3 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cocolala Beach House on 4 May 2026 start from €45, 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.

How much is parking at Cocolala Beach House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cocolala Beach House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Cocolala Beach House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 20 (subject to availability).

Does Cocolala Beach House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 50 per vehicle applies.

Where is Cocolala Beach House located?

Located in Nungwi, this beachfront bed & breakfast is in the entertainment district and within 2 mi (3 km) of Nungwi Beach and Kendwa Beach. Muyuni Beach and Kiwengwa Beach are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Cocolala Beach House Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Abraham

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, amaizing staff, clean facilities overall great stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were amazing and kind. Breakfast 1st class. So peaceful at Cocolala
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Aniruddha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach. Owner is courteous. Rooms are spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elinor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxed, laid back. Super nice owners and staff. Steps to the beautiful, walkable beach. Big rooms with good air conditioning. Good breakfast included. Excellent restaurants close by. Great value!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hosts and staff very helpful and friendly. Nothing was too much trouble for them. Location wonderful with many restaurants within easy walking distance. Hosts organised trips at a competitive prices. Would highly recommend anyone looking for a life in the slow lane in paradise
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

TIMOTHY

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful and friendly. Steps away from the beach. Able to book tours directly with hotel. Not a lot of restaurant variety close by. Like most of zanzibar, water pressure was only slightly higher than pouring water from a bottle onto yourself but at least it was hot. Music from nearby hotels and restaurants. Electricity cuts - generator supposedly present but not turned on - part of the property had lights on but not my part.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nilaja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay at Cocolala Beach house. From the owner Carola, to the staff, they were all extremely friendly and helpful. Being that I took a solo trip for my birthday to Zanzibar, I really appreciated Carola in making sure my day was very special. If I had any questions or needed any assistance, someone was always around to help me. The hotel was always clean and fully supplied with water and toilet tissue. If you’re looking for a comfortable and safe hotel with a 2 minute walk to the beach, this is your place!
Stayed 12 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Room comfort
Breakfast was very simple, Location was good as vendors didn’t come around but the road is in terrible condition. Walk to the beach was 5 minutes.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

milana

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

Perfect stay awesome A/C and breakfast

Owner of this hotel Sebastian and his wife goes far and beyond our expectation. We’re friendly and welcoming. Breakfast was awesome every day and air conditioning was superb… beach is 1 min walk and location has a lot of good restaurant. We highly recommend this place for couple and families. We had room for 4 and enjoyed every minute of our stay. Sebastian organized for us transport from airport when we arrived . He also organized tour which was reasonably priced and time wise very well calculated ( spice farm, prisoner island and Stone town) right before our departure from Zanzibar. I am glad I choose this hotel for our family of 4. We already missing Zanzibar.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Rutger

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners are friendly, everything else is just very average. Rooms are not nicely decorated. There are a lot of construction works going and WiFi is very slow.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

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

Excellent property and hospitality!

I had an absolutely incredible stay at Cocolala Beach House in Zanzibar! From the moment I arrived, the warmth and kindness of the staff made me feel right at home. The manager went above and beyond, ensuring a welcoming and seamless experience—her hospitality truly set this stay apart. The room was wonderfully comfortable, with excellent air conditioning and an overhead fan, making it a perfect retreat after a day in the sun. One of the standout moments for me was when I had early morning scuba dives—since breakfast was served later, the manager thoughtfully prepared a to-go breakfast for me, a small but incredibly meaningful gesture that made my experience feel truly 5-star. Beyond the fantastic service, I loved the outdoor space—a peaceful porch and well-kept surroundings, ideal for relaxing. The location is unbeatable, just steps from the beach and within walking distance of amazing restaurants. If you're considering where to stay in Zanzibar, I highly recommend Cocolala Beach House for its comfort, charm, and exceptional hospitality. I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Friendly owners, great location

Good place to stay, right on the beach
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chevy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, budget-friendly, and great staff. You are also able to arrange tours and airport pickup with the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Florien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay. Fantastic location, right on the beach, the staff is lovely. Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brendon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kind, friendly staff and a central location. The rooms were tidy and well prepared for one’s arrival. And the breakfast was delicious and fresh each morning. Great place, great price!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

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

Lovely staff, amazing location

Great hotel right by the beach. Could walk to the beach in 30 seconds from our room. Staff was very friendly. Breakfast was tasty. No complaints.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SYDNEY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful stay at Cocolala Beach House. The rooms are large, comfortable beds, excellent shower. Breakfast was fantastic and you are only steps to the ocean. The staff are very friendly and helpful and I would love to come back one day. Thank you for a great stay! So beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property owner went above and beyond to make the stay as easy as possible. He arranged taxi’s, places to store luggage, and had a connection for anything you wanted to do. The property was just across from the beach and great spots to eat and drink! Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacques

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hosts and very friendly and helpful staff. Easy check-in. Property situated 50 meters from the beach, with the Eastern Africa dive center right around the corner. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An absolute perfect stay and amazing location! Right by the beach with tons of incredible restaurants and shopping including art galleries with gorgeous local artworks for sale. The owner and the staff are among the warmest kindest humans I have ever met in a hotel setting and I truly enjoyed interacting and engaging with them. They serve the best juice here and the hotel itself is just lovely, naturesque and peaceful. I will definitely be back 💜
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Benn

The bathroom was unsafe with things being able to fall down.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carla-krystin

Liked: Amenities
Home away from home Cozy, welcoming and everything I needed - that’s my stay at Cocolala in a nutshell. Huge, clean and well equipped bedroom and bathroom. A peaceful hotel that is literally steps to a great swimming beach (you can swim seaweed free any time if day) restaurants, activities and shops. Huge hot breakfasts (I could never finish at one sitting). Hammocks in the garden for lazing around. Most of all Cora, Mohammed and Sebastian were gracious hosts. They gave me helpful recommendations for where to swim, local places to eat and the best prices for beach chairs. They connected me with a Budabuda (motorcycle taxi) so I could explore town. And all at a reasonable price. I highly recommend Cocolala. I’ll be staying there if I return to Zanibar.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness
Posto carino ,ottima pulizia vicinissimo al mare negozi e ristoranti con personale molto disponibile e cordiale
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Hotel wird von einer deutschen Familie geleitet. Das Personal ist äußerst höflich, zuvorkommend und hilfsbereit. Das Zimmer war großzügig und sauber, verfügt über einen Kühlschrank und es war ein Stromreisestecker vorhanden. Über die Rezeption können auch Bootsfahrten gebucht werden. Das Hotel verfügt über keine eigenen Strandliegen aber einen direkten Strandzugang. Im benachbarten Restaurant (Blue Sea Restaurant) können Liegen kostenfrei benutzt werden, falls man etwas isst. Darüberhinaus gibt es 10% Rabatt für Cocolala Gäste. Der feinsandige Strand war gepflegt und sauber. Verkaufsstände und sonstige Attraktionen (Schildkröten, Zoo, Aquarium etc.) sind fußläufig erreichbar. Es gibt kein Frühstücksbuffet, aber ausreichend und abwechslungsreich Frühstücksteller. Falls man morgens eine Bootstour macht wird ein kleines Frühstückspaket gerichtet. Auf dem Gelände gibt es einen bewachten Parkplatz. Wir waren sehr zufrieden und können das Hotel weiterempfehlen.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Damian

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
El hotel es muy simple. Creo que, aunque es barato, es demasiado caro para lo que ofrecen. Llegamos y no andaban las luces. Tuvimos que esperar para que lo solucionaran. El desayuno es muy limitado en opciones. Faltó variedad y calidad. La atención fue correcta por parte de la dueña
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026