"I was extremely happy with my choice of hotel. The room was so big and spacious, beautiful balcony with the best sunrise view. The hotel and the rooms are so nice and clean. The pool is beautiful and well maintained. The bsthroom was also very big and extremely clean. The bed was comfortable. And Robert was so nice and welcoming. I can’t wait to go back to Zanzibar & would a 100% book this hotel in Jambiani !!"
"I was extremely happy with my choice of hotel. The room was so big and spacious, beautiful balcony with the best sunrise view. The hotel and the rooms are so nice and clean. The pool is beautiful and well maintained. The bsthroom was also very big and extremely clean. The bed was comfortable. And Robert was so nice and welcoming. I can’t wait to go back to Zanzibar & would a 100% book this hotel in Jambiani !!"
"I had assumed incorrectly that Zanzistar was on the beach, so when I arrived, I was really disappointed. I felt claustrophobic in the garden which is surrounded on all sides by high fences. The beach bar which is a 5-minute walk away was underwhelming and there were lots of people smoking. Unless you lay in the front row, in the sun, you couldnt really enjoy the sea view. Unlike the photos, our room was very dark and it was impossible not to bring sand into the room without a deck/patio by the...
"I had assumed incorrectly that Zanzistar was on the beach, so when I arrived, I was really disappointed. I felt claustrophobic in the garden which is surrounded on all sides by high fences. The beach bar which is a 5-minute walk away was underwhelming and there were lots of people smoking. Unless you lay in the front row, in the sun, you couldnt really enjoy the sea view. Unlike the photos, our room was very dark and it was impossible not to bring sand into the room without a deck/patio by the...
"I stayed here for three weeks and felt very well taken care of. The staff were always friendly and attentive and the location is just perfect – only a few meters from the beach. The rooms come with both AC and fans, which made the stay very comfortable. I also appreciated the reliable Wi-Fi, the generator during power cuts, the fast and affordable laundry service, and the fully equipped kitchen, which made it easy to feel at home.
There are, however, a few small things to be aware of: there is...
"I stayed here for three weeks and felt very well taken care of. The staff were always friendly and attentive and the location is just perfect – only a few meters from the beach. The rooms come with both AC and fans, which made the stay very comfortable. I also appreciated the reliable Wi-Fi, the generator during power cuts, the fast and affordable laundry service, and the fully equipped kitchen, which made it easy to feel at home.
There are, however, a few small things to be aware of: there is...
"Because we were only stopping for 2 nights we weren't too particular as to the room so chose the cheapest option but in retrospect we should have picked one next to the pool. We were in an annexe a 20meters away and it was a small room, though it did provide an effective ac unit, tea and coffee facilities, hit shower, clean towels both days, mosquito net, and it was clean and well presented. The main rooms surround the pool and are better proportioned.
The owner and the staff are very pleasant...
"Because we were only stopping for 2 nights we weren't too particular as to the room so chose the cheapest option but in retrospect we should have picked one next to the pool. We were in an annexe a 20meters away and it was a small room, though it did provide an effective ac unit, tea and coffee facilities, hit shower, clean towels both days, mosquito net, and it was clean and well presented. The main rooms surround the pool and are better proportioned.
The owner and the staff are very pleasant...
"Thanks to the owners Marisa and Simone who have made this beautiful boutique hotel and great stay. From the perfectly temperatured clean pool, lush beautiful grounds, roomy nicely culturally styled rooms, to the delicious breakfast options and incredible menu throughout the day in the cute dining area, I had a wonderful stay! I will definitely be back even if it's just to eat from the wonderful restaurant. Thank you soo much for all of your help Marisa and Simon, I truly liked your hotel and I...
"Thanks to the owners Marisa and Simone who have made this beautiful boutique hotel and great stay. From the perfectly temperatured clean pool, lush beautiful grounds, roomy nicely culturally styled rooms, to the delicious breakfast options and incredible menu throughout the day in the cute dining area, I had a wonderful stay! I will definitely be back even if it's just to eat from the wonderful restaurant. Thank you soo much for all of your help Marisa and Simon, I truly liked your hotel and I...
"Perfect getaway place to stay if you want a relaxing holiday. Service was great and the concierge was very helpful with excursions and whatever help we needed. "
"Perfect getaway place to stay if you want a relaxing holiday. Service was great and the concierge was very helpful with excursions and whatever help we needed. "
"Good things: Localisation, right on the beach.
Excellent things: Diana the receptionist is a jewel! Very recourceful, problem-solving minded and friendly!! Manager also very helpful and nice. Excellent housekeeping staff
Bad things: Not the fault of the hotel, but the lack of electricity was too much "
"Good things: Localisation, right on the beach.
Excellent things: Diana the receptionist is a jewel! Very recourceful, problem-solving minded and friendly!! Manager also very helpful and nice. Excellent housekeeping staff
Bad things: Not the fault of the hotel, but the lack of electricity was too much "
"Room was beautiful as well resort was stunning.
It was perfect stop in our honeymoon trip trough Zanzibar
Staff is friendly and helpful.
It is 5min from Paje but so much more beautiful then hotels/resorts there
Highly recommend...and we will come back"
"Room was beautiful as well resort was stunning.
It was perfect stop in our honeymoon trip trough Zanzibar
Staff is friendly and helpful.
It is 5min from Paje but so much more beautiful then hotels/resorts there
Highly recommend...and we will come back"
"Struttura nuova e molto ben curata! Personale a dir poco fantastico, gentilissimo e disponibile a qualunque richiesta.
Unica pecca, il percorso per raggiungere il mare. Bisogna attraversare un villaggio, che a priori potrebbe intimorire gli ospiti ma che poi alla fine risulta invece una piacevole esperienza, dove si vede come vivono i residenti. "
"Struttura nuova e molto ben curata! Personale a dir poco fantastico, gentilissimo e disponibile a qualunque richiesta.
Unica pecca, il percorso per raggiungere il mare. Bisogna attraversare un villaggio, che a priori potrebbe intimorire gli ospiti ma che poi alla fine risulta invece una piacevole esperienza, dove si vede come vivono i residenti. "
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"Jabali was such a lovely place to stay! I especially loved the little porch area in front of my room. It was the perfect spot to just sit, relax, and enjoy the quiet. The pool area was really nice, and the beach is only a 2–3 minute walk away.
The staff was wonderful and incredibly helpful. They arranged transportation and guides for both my trip to Stone Town and my ferry trip to Dar es Salaam, where a guide was waiting for me when I arrived on mainland Tanzania.
One of the things that really stood out was the care they showed from the very beginning. When I was arriving late, they checked in to see what I wanted for dinner so they could have it ready for me when I got there. That kind of thoughtfulness continued throughout my stay.
Everyone was so lovely and made my stay comfortable and easy. I would absolutely recommend Jabali and would happily stay there again!"
"We had a very Nice experience in this hôtel. The sand was beautiful and the beach as nearest as possible. We appréciate the Italian restaurant, Hôtel was clean and the staff very kind and Happy."
"Beautiful property and super helpful staff. I had an amazing spa experience right after an 8day Kilimanjaro climb. The restaurant was excellent with all meals and the ocean views are wonderful."
"Relaxed beyond words during our stay @ Blue Reef. This place is a vibe…chill. Luxuries abound in our rooms (we stayed in the apartment). So much space for our family of 4 to really spread out and regroup after a week of safari in northern Tanzania. Snorkeling right from the hotel was perfect for the kids. The breakfasts were spot on for everyone in our group of picky eaters to find their favorites…GREAT COFFEE!!! The staff is laid back and welcoming while also taking care of business. We’ll be back!"
"The staff was incredibly helpful. They went way above and beyond the expected to provide us a great experience. It was recently renovated, and the amenities are very good. The restaurant is also well managed and the food is prepared well."
"I stayed in Villa Blu for a few days and honestly one of the best Villas in Jambiani! Regina and her colleagues were all so helpful and the breakfast was very nice! The luxury, ocean view room was perfect. "
By going with a hostel, you can reduce your spending on lodging and save more of your money for fun things to do during your trip. We've heard good things about this destination's natural setting, including its beaches and sea views.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), low prices and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Jambiani?
Not sure where to stay in Jambiani? This hostel is popular: Jambiani Transit Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Jambiani Beach. Property features include free parking, an outdoor pool and tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with free Wi-Fi.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Jambiani?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats about the seasons: 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 Jambiani are April, May, March and November, with each month seeing an average of 206 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Jambiani?
Depending on what you're interested in, you might like to explore some places near Jambiani. Get out into nature with places such as Jambiani Beach, Kuza Cave and Swahili Cave. Additional attractions include Kite Centre Zanzibar, Paje Beach and Kizimkazi Beach.
What's the best way to get to and around Jambiani while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Jambiani in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.), located 23.2 mi (37.3 km) from the city centre.