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A bedroom with a bed, a bench, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a view of the ocean, and a balcony.

1. Didas Villa Zanzibar

Didas Villa Zanzibar
3.0 star property
Kombeni
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
"Location is a bit secluded if you are on vacation but overall amazing view and James was amazing at helping around and hosting Enjoyed my stay there for the short period:)"
United States
MENNATALLAH
The price is AED 170
AED 201 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Didas Villa Zanzibar
A wooden dining table with a glass of water, a napkin, and a menu.

2. MARUHUBI VILLAS

MARUHUBI VILLAS
3.0 star property
Zanzibar Town
The price is AED 145
AED 196 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
MARUHUBI VILLAS
A beachside building with a thatched roof, a bicycle, and a person sitting near the water.

3. Saba house 24

Saba house 24
3.0 star property
Paje
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3 reviews)
"Saba House is a wonderful place to stay. The staff are amazing and very helpful. Cant recommend enough and will be returning!"
Australia
Ben
The price is AED 90
AED 105 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Saba house 24
A wooden deck with two lounge chairs, a palm tree, and a view of the beach.

4. Shiri beach resort

Shiri beach resort
4.5 star property
Fumba
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Had a splendid stay at Shiri Beach. Clean, new and good service. House located right by the water. Even got to borrow a sim-card until i could get my own. Would definitely stay again"
United States
Karl
The price is AED 176
AED 244 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Shiri beach resort
Outdoor dining

5. The 5th Element Boutique Hotel

The 5th Element Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Paje
The price is AED 78
AED 121 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
The 5th Element Boutique Hotel
A courtyard with a mosaic floor, a blue bench, a hanging plant, and a wooden pergola.

6. Mama's House

Mama's House
3.0 star property
Zanzibar Town
5.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"Great place to stay, I just wished there were more places to eat and relax outside of the property"
United Kingdom
Salaam
The price is AED 69
AED 79 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Mama's House
A multi-level indoor space with a central staircase, surrounded by various potted plants.

7. Flamingo Guest House

Flamingo Guest House
3.0 star property
Stone Town
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (27 reviews)
"Wonderful experience. I was given a spacious room with a bright private bathroom and great views. I loved the hotel’s atmosphere, its furniture and architecture. Everything was spotless, and the staff were friendly and helpful. The location was perfect, and the price per night was excellent value, especially with a simple but tasty breakfast included."
Germany
Lynn
The price is AED 60
AED 70 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Flamingo Guest House
A pool area with a clear blue pool, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

8. The Dream Village

The Dream Village
3.5 star property
Kiwengwa
6.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"Struttura piccolina, solitamente tre sistemazioni, piscina pulita e carina, colazione piacevole, spiaggia a pochi minuti a piedi, il dintorno è il villaggio, il personale è gentile, nel complesso è adatto a persone senza grandi pretese, valutazione positiva"
Italy
ROBERTA
The price is AED 185
AED 213 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
The Dream Village
An outdoor seating area with blue plastic chairs and tables, a covered section with a metal roof, and a view of the street with pedestrians and buildings.

9. Rafiki Apartment Hotel

Rafiki Apartment Hotel
3.0 star property
Stone Town
6.0 out of 10, (4 reviews)
"Setting in a lively and interesting area of stonetown, Darajani Market. Simple clean rooms with bathroom and shower, good air conditioning. Staff were very kind and helpful. Good value for low-cost."
United States
Jeffrey
The price is AED 44
AED 79 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Rafiki Apartment Hotel
A beach with palm trees and a clear blue sky.

10. Holiday villa by Liv Zanzibar

Holiday villa by Liv Zanzibar
Paje
7.0 out of 10, Good, (2 reviews)
"Honestly amazing, the host was very accommodating and was there whenever you needed them to quick replies or someone on hand they had it sorted, Location was perfect couldn’t have asked for a better spot, the rooms and the property was even better then expected and for the price such good value for money.Will definitely be staying with them again when I come back. "
United Kingdom
Bradley T.
The price is AED 300
AED 381 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Holiday villa by Liv Zanzibar
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What is there to see and do in Chwaka?
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How can I get to Chwaka and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Chwaka can help keep you on budget. The most convenient airport is 15.1 mi (24.4 km) from the center in Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ). Chwaka may not have many public transit options to choose from so renting a car could be an economical alternative to see more of the area.