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Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows

2.0 star property
Beachfront hotel near Jambiani Beach

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Triple Room | Exterior
Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing
Breakfast area
Shower, rainfall showerhead, towels
Reviews
7.8

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • On private beach
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

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Map
East Coast of Zanzibar, Jambiani
  • Popular LocationJambiani Beach4 min walk
  • Popular LocationKuza Cave10 min drive
  • Popular LocationPaje Beach12 min drive
  • AirportZanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)61 min drive

Room options

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Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Triple Room

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Bungalow | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Standard Bungalow

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom

10/10 Exceptional
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Traditional Double Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Traditional Double Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Jambiani

On the beach.A stay at this hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Jambiani Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Kuza Cave. Kite Centre Zanzibar and Paje Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 4 min walk
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 6 min drive
  • Kuza Cave - 10 min drive
  • Paje Beach - 12 min drive
  • Bwejuu Beach - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • African Bbq - 8 min drive
  • Mr. Kahawa - 8 min drive
  • B4 Beach Club - 7 min drive
  • Oxygen - 9 min drive
  • Jambo (Fridays) - 9 min drive

About this property

Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows

Beachfront hotel near Jambiani Beach
A private beach is featured. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered. Public spaces have free WiFi.

An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the family-friendly Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a ferry terminal shuttle are available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows was completed in June 2019.

This Jambiani hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2002
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows offers 21 accommodations with irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

Languages

English, Polish, Swahili

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free manager's reception

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Volleyball

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Limited room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: TZS 10194.08 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: TZS 65000 per vehicle
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 

Property Registration Number ZCT 030A.02.2009

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Mbuyuni Beach Village
Mbuyuni Beach Village Bungalows
Mbuyuni Beach Village Bungalows Hotel
Mbuyuni Beach Village Bungalows Hotel Jambiani
Mbuyuni Beach Village Bungalows Jambiani
Mbuyuni Village
Mbuyuni Village Bungalows
Mbuyuni Village Bungalows
Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows Hotel
Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows Jambiani
Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows Hotel Jambiani

Frequently asked questions

How close is Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows to the airport?

Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows is 36.8 mi (61-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows?

As of May 24, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows on Jun 23, 2024 start from $35.49, excluding 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.

Does Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows have an airport shuttle?

Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of TZS 65000 per vehicle.

How close is Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows offer free breakfast?

Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows?

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows?

This hotel offers free self parking and valet parking.

Does Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows have a pool?

Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows features an outdoor pool. Pool access starts at 7 AM.

Does Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows have a restaurant?

Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows is home to mbuyuni restaurant, which features international cuisine, ocean views, and a beachfront location.

Does Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer beach massages.

How close is Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows to downtown Jambiani?

Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows is 0.8 mi away from Jambiani.

Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 106 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Dissappointed

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The only thing to like was location. Based on the was we were treated, i would never recommend this place to anyone. There are ants and insects in every room, food is terrible and cold, run by men that dont even shower/wash their clothes( and they’re the same ones cooking and serving). I saw one of them breaking ice with his bare hands and putting it in someone’s cocktail. If you are black, regardless of nationality, just be aware that you will be served after all the white people are served.. and your room will have no hot water. White priviledge is real even in useless places like this. iI strongly recommend the neighboring resort ( Pakachi Beach Resort) with a pier and an island. Their food is great, hot, its clean, service is wonderful and staff are clean and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a pleasant stay at a white sandy beach in a quite region between Paje and Jambiani. The hotel offered excellent meals in a daily changing variation. We loved the nice stile of the bungalows with the relaxing leisure areas with the views to the different blue colour sea and the possibilities of nice long walks at the white sandy beaches. Our 12 nights on Zanzibar in this hotel were very relaxing after visiting Tanzania and Uganda.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Mary, Nanaimo BC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good choice
Funky, low key beach resort near Jambiani. We saw several rooms, and all were very clean, although somewhat basic in terms of in-room amenities. Most have a large furnished private deck. The grounds and pool were very well-maintained. The atmosphere is very informal with lots of cool and cozy spots to relax along the beach in hammocks, lounge chairs and bed swings. The only downside is that the ocean's not ideal for swimming due to exposed rocky areas at low tide. But the pool is great! The food in the restaurant was excellent, and there are other resort restaurants within easy walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mr D A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a lovely resort, right on the beach. The pool was clean and well kept and food of a good standard. Our stay was made even better as we were given a large house for our exclusive use, despite paying for a double room, but the standard chalet rooms were extremely comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Pete, London

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Experience good, beech shoes required as rocky to enter sea when tide coming in ok at high tide though

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great place to relax and view the ocean activities available vi the hotel if you want them beach very rocky outside hotel but good sandy beach not far away

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Idyllic location. As much as you could hope for. Food out of this world and accommodating for vegetarians. Staff very friendly and helpfull

6/10 Okay

gemma, London

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff
Rooms a bit old and mouldy but staff really friendly and helpful. Great location, pool and beach. Food amazing but order early.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great deal! Very nice, and relaxing pool. The hotel grounds were kept clean- I loved the hammocks, and lounging around areas. The room was spacious. Breakfast was standard (eggs, toast, sausage, juice, coffee/tea). Great staff! The food and drinks were a little over-priced- compared to other places in Paje. The beds weren't the most comfortable, but the hotel is a great price for what you get.

8/10 Good

David, Vancouver, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great quiet place to get away
The hotel is very affordable and has a variety of clean rooms. The pool is a nice touch and has a plethora of pool chairs, hammocks, and swings around it. Staff is very friendly and helpful. The wifi is not that great but just as good as anywhere else in East Africa. The occasional ants will scurry across your floor but no worse that anywhere else. The adjoining restaurant is good and they change the menu for every lunch and dinner (though some of the items reappear depending on what they have). The beach is right out front of the pool and restaurant and makes for good swimming at high tide or nice walks on the sand at low tide.