10 hotels in Nungwi: Best hotel deals for 2023

August 22, 2022 Esmeralda Fenner

Discover the best hotels in Nungwi, Zanzibar Island, Zanzibar Archipelago including DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Zanzibar - Nungwi, Nungwi Dreams by Mantis, Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort, Makofi Guest House, Aluna Nungwi, The Zanzibari, Essque Zalu Zanzibar, Warere Beach Hotel, Smiles Beach Hotel, My Blue Hotel.
Restaurants in Nungwi

1. DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Zanzibar - Nungwi

Nungwi Tanzania
Excellent
52%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
5%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 2606 reviews

DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Zanzibar - Nungwi

Unwind at DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Zanzibar-Nungwi, Boasting a traditional Zanzibar style with Makuti palm leaf roofs, this resort offers spectacular sea views and direct beach access on the most northern tip of Zanzibar in Tanzania. Rest in a spacious guest room with a balcony or terrace and enjoy the views of the pool, exotic gardens or Indian ocean, relax on white sand with sun beds and shade umbrellas and explore the tropical waters while scuba diving or snorkeling. Plunge into the outdoor, freshwater pool or sip on cocktails and freshly squeezed fruit juices from Dolphin swim up pool bar. Savor innovative international and fusion specialties at Fisherman Seafood & Grill before admiring the Zanzibar sunset followed by a traditional, live entertainment at Ngalawa Restaurant. We offer complimentary parking on site and WiFi throughout the hotel.

Zanzibari paradise

Reviewed By Conrad O

Beautiful property, stunning views and incredibly friendly staff. Special thanks to the lady at Zee bar, unfortunately didn’t catch her name, for the special attention. And the food at fisherman’s grill is perfection. Would definitely recommend and can’t wait to come back!

2. Nungwi Dreams by Mantis

Nungwi Tanzania
Excellent
76%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 252 reviews

Nungwi Dreams by Mantis

Nungwi Dreams Boutique Hotel in Nungwi, Zanzibar is the absolute paradise island escape. A truly idyllic spot where mind and body is reinvigorated, and where the sands of time stand still.The perfect warm weather of the island makes it the ideal place for water activities and excursions. Surrounding the beach is a stunning house reef that is teeming with abundant marine life that can be appreciate

Dreamy hotel

Reviewed By sarad123456

The moment we arrived to the hotel, we were mesmerized. The color of the water is unreal. It is similar to the Maldives. The infinity pool is stunning, the trees, the surroundings, everything. The room is spacious and clean. You HAVE TO book the tour to Mnemba island. Wow wow wow ! Definitely worth it. The boat picks you up from the beach of the hotel. So convenient!

3. Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort

North Coast, Nungwi Tanzania
Excellent
58%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
3%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2060 reviews

Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort

A spectacular view of the Indian Ocean from almost anywhere on the resort makes this all-inclusive property a wonderful choice for those guests looking for a peaceful and relaxing vacation. Fantastic swimming pools, a beautiful beach with clear, turquoise waters and amazing sunsets all add to the ambiance! The rooms are large, approximately 80 square metres for Superior Rooms and 100 square metres for Suites. A spacious bathroom with a large bathtub, separate shower and double sinks provide luxurious comfort. All rooms include a quiet split-unit air conditioner, TV, fridge, coffee and tea making facilities, a safe and a terrace from which to enjoy the view. The warm, friendly staff invite you to enjoy meals in the buffet restaurant with a varied selection of local and international dishes or a traditional pizza oven near the beach offers a quick snack while you relax by the pool.

Wonderful place, superb service, the guest is made to feel like a king

Reviewed By Isabel086

This is a beautiful place with lovely rooms and a great location. The team is brilliant, they make you feel so welcome, are attentive to your needs and put a smile on your face all the time. I cannot wait to go back. This is the place!

4. Makofi Guest House

Nungwi Beach, Nungwi Tanzania
Excellent
89%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 377 reviews

Makofi Guest House

Makofi Guest House is a wonderful and clean place, born to offer a low budget super-friendly atmosphere to all the travellers in Nungwi :) All our guests have discounts on restaurants, diving center and and lot of other activities around. And if you book directly with us by our website, you will get 15% discount on all our amazing food and drinks. Welcome everyone :)

Absolutely amazing

Reviewed By niamhg898

Makofi guest house is definitely a fabulous place to stay. The food, the staff and the rooms were just amazing. They had some of the best food we had on the Island and the staff are super helpful and so lovely. We had such a good time and we didn’t want to leave. Makofi guest house is at such a good location with only a moments walk to the beach. The vibe that it has is next to none and I would not hesitate to stay here the next time I visit Nungwi beach.

5. Aluna Nungwi

Aluna Road 1, Nungwi Tanzania
Excellent
84%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 298 reviews

Aluna Nungwi

Aluna is a lovely quaint personalized holiday accommodation at the most northerly point of the island in Nungwi village, just near the mesmerizing lighthouse. Get the experience of an authentic local feel of Zanzibari living. Located just outside the center in the more secluded part of Nungwi, it is a calm haven where you can put your feet up and relax in the beautiful garden or lounge around the pool while enjoying the friendly service provided by our young and energetic team of locals. Take advantage of our hammocks and wooden terrace to sip on a cocktail or order your meals for an unforgettable dining experience. We are located a 20-minute walk from Nungwi’s vibrant nightlife which makes it easily accessible by foot along the beach or by taxi, which our reception desk can easily arrange. Aluna’s newly renovated rooms equipped with hot water and air-conditioning makes it ideal for travelers to discover this charming area that most refer to as the hidden gem of Nungwi!

amazing and so helpfull and comfortable

Reviewed By marcrM9350IU

The people that run this resort gives you the comfort of a five star hotel but make you feel at home. The service and positive vibe was really great to inhale. It gave us exact the needs we wished upfront for our first days in Zanzibar. For us it was really a family accomodation. Very good Wifi, good food food, positive, helpfull and supporting people that really care about you, two very proper swimming pools, a very nice restaurant with good food and all the drinks you want, clean rooms and people that work there as a family that likes to make an extra step for you. We had a really fantastic stay here. Thanks all of you for your perfect service, support and especially thanks for your positive way of client services. Kind regards Marc

6. The Zanzibari

Nungwi Road, Nungwi 10437 Tanzania
Excellent
71%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 512 reviews

The Zanzibari

The Zanzibari is located in Nungwi on the northeastern tip of Zanzibar. Set above the beach on a low coral cliff with easy access to the sea you are offered privacy, peace and tranquility while taking in the stunning views of the Indian Ocean. The hotel has many high quality facilities, including our infinity pool, spa and famous Dhow Restaurant.

Thumbs up

Reviewed By 103t0urist

I needed to a quiet and serene environment to escape to for a couple of days and I am glad that I chose to stay at The Zanzibari. Not only was the environment serene, the service and accommodation were excellent. Although they had a set menu, they were more than willing to accommodate my request to sample local cuisine. To top it off, the manager was kind enough to offer a discount after I extended my stay by one night. The hotel also ensured that all protocols related to Covid-19 were observed.

7. Essque Zalu Zanzibar

Nungwi 3151 Tanzania
Excellent
73%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 981 reviews

Essque Zalu Zanzibar

Take a deep breath of fresh Indian ocean air, relax and unwind. Essque Zalu Zanzibar is an intimate boutique destination nestled in a natural cove in the north east coast of Unguja (alias Zanzibar). Essque Zalu Zanzibar combines contemporary luxury with a real sense of place. This boutique hotel has the turquoise waters of the Indian ocean to one side and lush green forest to the other, and there is just a hint of spice in the warm and fragrant tropical air. At Essque Zalu Zanzibar, create your own personal paradise, your own kind of luxury, an experience of a lifetime. Choose from 40 individual suites and 8 villas all with picturesque views over the lush tropical garden or the ocean turquoise blue. Our suites offer a luxurious-styled space crafted from local materials, adorned with native artwork and housed under a traditional pitched makuti roof. From farm to table, we take great pride in our sumptuous cooking. Satisfy your taste buds with a choice of two unique restaurants, three well stocked bars and a variety of destination dining experiences. Unashamedly indulgent, the Spa comprises of two couples treatment rooms, four single rooms, vichy shower, a sauna and steam room - a haven of restorative and rejuvenating perfection. Using only 100% truly organic and natural ingredients, our focus is on capturing the intelligence of nature in the restorative process. We know that the essence of nature can synergistically interact with the energy system, and this knowledge forms the basis of our Africology creations, all orchestrated to help you lead a more holistic lifestyle. Essque Zalu is your outpost into the first steps of the wildness and tranquility of Zanzibar. Reconnect with nature and experience a land rich in life and uninhabited space. We offer guests the opportunity to partake in activities to experience some of the islands most Spectacular and scenic excursions.

Spledid rooms | Excellent excursions, activities and experiences | Lacks matured service levels for their higher pricing

Reviewed By samaroshm

This is a feedback. I am a customer enrolled via Dnata program. I am travelling after 3 years with my partner and I have been dreamy excited about our first trip in 3 years. Dnata has been a splendid experience but I have begun to regret my choice of yours as a hotel because I dont see the same reciprocation from your side on my expectation of this trip. I wanted to plan a perfect itineraried stay and trip at your hotel but I noticed your turnaround responses are slow, your website doesnt furnish enough information on excursions and despite asking specific questions I dont get clear answers. This is why I have planned to reduce the duration of my stay wity you. Also your quotes are really high for the service being observed. I hope you take this feedback constructively and remedy it for your better future.

8. Warere Beach Hotel

Ocean Road, Nungwi Tanzania
Excellent
67%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
2%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 305 reviews

Warere Beach Hotel

The Warere Beach is nestled on a secluded strip of beach, east of Nungwi, one of the most popular beaches in Zanzibar. Nungwi is known for its crystal blue water, phenomenal sandy beaches, snorkeling, and great nightlife. While most hotels in Nungwi are crowded into Nungwi Village, Warere Beach is located in a quiet, isolated stretch of beach that allows for privacy and pure relaxation, yet easy access to all the action Nungwi has to offer whenever you need a little excitement. The view from our beach is breathtaking, and we designed our hotel around this spectacular view. Each of our individual bungalows has views to the beach. Our three special beach front rooms are literally on the high tide mark, so you feel like you are living in the Ocean. At low tide, you can always relax around our swimming pool, with attached pool bar, so drinks are always on hand! Our onsite restaurant serves a delicious menu of swahili fusion food and you can order a la carte or choose our evening set menu.

amazing is the only word needed!

Reviewed By Thesqueakyflipflop

From the rooms to the staff, the setting and the food…. an absolutely brilliant first stop in Zanzibar. the staff could not do enough for us and the property is stunning! set in a great location too, so private and quiet. there is a couple of restaurants in walking distance and a little reggae bar just a couple fo doors away. ideal for relaxation. Thanks all we will be back!

9. Smiles Beach Hotel

Nungwi 4222 Tanzania
Excellent
41%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
4%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 321 reviews

Smiles Beach Hotel

Smiles Beach Hotel is located in the coastal fishing village of Nungwi, Zanzibar's north western coastline. Both Nungwi and the hotel boast the islands famous white sands and crystalline waters offering the picture postcard setting. Our family run hotel warmly welcomes all to come and enjoy Zanzibar's finest. With our resort on the beach, all of our 22 rooms face the ocean and our new swimming pool which stands as an oasis in the middle of our tropical gardens and the beach separating you with the azure waters. Our Oceanside restaurant uses the best ingredients Zanzibar has to offer. We use the Indian Ocean and constant sunshine to our advantage sourcing you the finest fresh ingredients daily. Serving well put together food with a touch of Swahili authenticity.

Amazing place!

Reviewed By MLK786

Fantastic hotel with fantastic service! Nice small boutique hotels with traditional rooms. Very clean and was perfect amount of people in the hotel. Ahmed was so helpful and he really went out if his way to help us. This was our honeymoon and me and my wife were sad to leave this hotel! The food at the hotel was amazing and when i go back to zanzibar i wouldnt stay anywhere else except Smiles Beach! The views on the beach were beyond words! Defo worth staying if you are going zanzibar!

10. My Blue Hotel

Nungwi Tanzania
Excellent
38%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
6%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 1611 reviews

My Blue Hotel

My Blue Hotel is situated in a splendid scenario in one of the Island's most beautiful spots, Nungwi, famous for sunsets and for the sea. It is about 50 km from the Stone Town airport. My Blue is developed in longitudinal manner and is characterized by an elegant and original tone to allow a relaxing and peaceful vacation. As you get closer and closer to the beach you are overwhelmingly stunned by the many enchanting different shades of blues of the Indian Ocean and of the splendid white, very fine sand. At only 200 km from the Hotel you can find Nungwi's fisherman's village, where you can admire the local craftsmenship and see the many local characteristic bars along the seaside in the vivid Nunwi area famous for nightlife. My Blue Hotel has 97 rooms divided in 5 different categories: Standard rooms, located on the ground floor Deluxe rooms, on the first floor with balcony Mini suite, on the ground floor and first floor with 1 extra bed Ocean View rooms, located on the ground and first floor, sea facing, with 2 extra beds. Every room is furnished in a boutique like decor and has one or more beds with: mosquito net, wardrobe, mirror, desk, luggage holder, air conditioning, internal telephone, digital safe, LCD Television with international channels, mini fridge, hair dryer and make-up mirror. My Blue Hotel offer a lounge area to relax, billiard, darts, equipped open gym and a little Spa with 2 cabins massage. There are different restaurants available for the Clients: MAIN BUFFET RESTAURANT that includes selection of Italian and international cousine with 7 evening themed dinners "MWEZI" BEACH RESTAURANT at extra charge: open from 10am to 10pm offers snack menù , menù light and pizza. Seafood menu, lobster, sushi and sashimi are also available upon reservation. "ALI BABA" RESTAURANT at extra charge: sophisticated Indian, Arabic, Zanzibarian food served in a typical atmosphere comfortable seated on cushions, pool view surrounded by candlelight with opportunity to smoke traditional Shisha pipe. Open for dinner, reservation is required. Moreover it is possible to arrange all kind of excursions and we have a Diving Center where you can go diving, snorkeling, organize sunset cruise and other water activities. External medical service is available. Mastercard and Visa Credit Cards are accepted, 5% surcharge will be applied. Currency exchange is available.

Not to be recommended at ALL

Reviewed By Ingi_Oman

Let's start from the beginning. Staff was "friendly" but not genuine... We waited more than 2 hours to have our rooms given. They were checked before handover, which to our surprise the AC was not even working. It took another 2 hours, and more, to get it fixed. Service is super slow....English seems not to be understood appropriately. The food was very low quality. The bed mattresses are hard and the pillows are more lumpy then anything else.....your body and neck in the morning will scream to get out of there. The mosquito nets have so many holes that they literally inviting the mosquito's in. Breakfast is horrible....instant coffee (for an Italian owner - shameful), more glutenous food then fresh, eggs are fried in a deep vegetables oil....and in general very unhealthy and uninviting. We are 4 friends of different nationalities who decided to leave after the 1st night, even with the prospect of not getting any reimbursement for the remainder night's. And one more thing, the sockets are 2 pin....if you need to have a three pin UK socket, you would need to pay 15 $ to get an adapter. Property looks nice but it's deciving as of what lies behind.

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