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Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with spa, near Jambiani Beach

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Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Apartment, 1 Bedroom
Exterior
Bar (on property)
Placing you just steps from Jambiani Beach, Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel offers a private beach where you can enjoy beach umbrellas, beach massages, and volleyball. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, facials, and body scrubs. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. Other features include a terrace and a garden.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free breakfast
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Room service
  • Babysitting
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Ferry terminal shuttle
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room options

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Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room massage
Daily housekeeping
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Bungalow

Family Bungalow

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room massage
Daily housekeeping
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room massage
Daily housekeeping
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room massage
Daily housekeeping
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room massage
Daily housekeeping
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Double Beds OR 2 Twin Beds

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Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room massage
Daily housekeeping
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Paje Road, Jambiani, 0000

What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 2 min walk
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 18 min walk
  • Kuza Cave - 19 min walk
  • Paje Beach - 7 min drive
  • Bwejuu Beach - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 52 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Mapacha - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Oxygen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪African Bbq - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mr. Kahawa - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ndame Beach Bar - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel

Placing you just steps from Jambiani Beach, Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel offers a private beach where you can enjoy beach umbrellas, beach massages, and volleyball. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, facials, and body scrubs. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. Other features include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English, Swahili

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 9 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
DONE

Children

    • One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • Babysitting*
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
    • Ferry terminal shuttle*
DONE

Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Beach volleyball
  • Sailing
  • Boat tours
  • Personal watercraft (motorized)
  • Snorkeling
  • Pool table
  • Fishing
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 9 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2001
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Furnished balcony
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms, couples treatment room(s), and outdoor treatment areas. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include facials, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Onsite venue - This beachfront restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 40 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 9 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Pakachi
Pakachi Beach
Pakachi Beach Paje
Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel
Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel Paje
Pakachi Beach Resort Hotel Jambiani
Pakachi Beach Resort Hotel
Pakachi Beach Jambiani
Pakachi Beach Resort Hotel
Pakachi Beach & Hotel Jambiani
Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel Hotel
Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel Jambiani
Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel Hotel Jambiani

Frequently asked questions

Does Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 40 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like sailing, fishing, and snorkeling. Additional recreation onsite includes volleyball. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel also has a private beach and a garden, as well as access to a nearby outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers alfresco dining and ocean views.

Does Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.

What's the area around Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel like?

Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Jambiani Beach and 18 minutes' walk from Kite Centre Zanzibar.

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Best choice in Zanzibar
Perfect simple beach holiday - the location is perfect, right on the beach. The staff are super friendly, the included breakfast is delicious and plentiful. It's not fancy but very good value for money, I felt welcome and safe.
Yuri, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the customer care. Staff very committed to helping you. Went over and above to play with the children. Pool inviting. Small resort but 5 star. Good chef with choices. Food was a bit expensive when same meal in stone town was much cheaper but all resorts marked up food. So going to another reort was not a solution
10-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We felt great at Pakachi - asante sana
We really enjoyed our staying at Pakachi. Rooms are basic in a rustic style, but cleaned impeccably every day. Very nice to have the room prepared for sleep each evening :) Good to have a pool for the low tide hours (also for a quick cooling, as the beach in front does not offer a good entrance in the sea, due to many rocks) Food is tasty, diverse options and well priced. Steve is a nice and careful host and so is the whole staff - we felt very welcome and we thank you all. Will return for sure!
Luminita, 9-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

The hotel grounds are nice, the beach itself is good, just not great for swimming. There are rocks/coral & even when the tide is in it doesn’t get deep forever. You can walk around, even at night without issues, which was great! The pool is quite nice! We found the service & staff were wonderful! The rooms are nice and clean, however could use a little work. All in all, as long as you remember that it is a 2*, most people should be satisfied.
Lynda, 6-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The best service
Our stay at Pakachi was incredible. The owner provided hands down the best service and all of the employees were super friendly. For anyone seriously interested in having all of the amenities, there is no A/C in the standard rooms, but in our opinion, it enhances the experience of really living on the beach. The food was incredible, the service was incredible, and we could not have asked for a more relaxing stay. We look forward to returning to Pakachi!!
Ben, 6-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Most amazing views
We absolutely loved our stay Pakatchi!!! We spent four nights at this wonderful place and wish we could have stayed more. The staff are extremely friendly. The food was delicious, and most of all the view from our beach bungalow was just awesome. Few steps down some stairs and you right on the beach. Highly recommend paying a bit more for that amazing view. Waking up to sunrise over the ocean and the sound of the waves crashing was incredible. There a great pool for swimming when the tide is out. We are very simple folks and don’t need luxury, so our bungalow was perfect for us, however if you are looking for modern fittings, bells and whistles and aircon , then you may want to look elsewhere as the bungalow are very basic and rustic which we loved.
Cindy, 4-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Value for money
The Pakachi beach resort is real value for money. Steve the owner is a gracious host and ready to go the extra mile for his guests. The hotel is situated right on the beach in breathtaking surroundings. The food is excellent with 2 professionally trained chefs. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The pool is well maintained used it every day. Thanks Steve for a great week. Cheers, Bob
Robert, 7-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, good location, great Bar/Restaurant
Wonderful bungalow style rooms and hotel right on the beach. Spent 4 days here and overall had a wonderful experience and would gladly recommend to a friends and family. Pros; Great staff with spot on bar tending, great food menu with a rotating special menu that did change several times for the 4 days I was there, and all of this with the tables and bar overlooking a beautiful view of the beach. An owner who frequently was around and incredibly helpful in arranging activities when I asked (and not pushing an agenda like some other hotels I stayed at in Zanzibar), and great to have a beer and chat with in the evenings. Great ambiance, not too noisy and still close enough to hop over to other areas whether its Jozani, other beach areas for kite surfing, surfing or snorkeling. Cons: Not necessarily a con, but if you're looking for a party hotel, might stick to a big hotel or hostel type in Paje. Felt it was more a pro and not a con depending on what you want.
Matt, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Great location with friendly, helpful,ecofriendly owners and staff. Within walking distance of Paje Beach and kitesurfing.
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent value for money
For the price this place is ideal for a quiet getaway with busy activities not too far off. The food was delicious; excellent chef. The view of the sea from the hotel is wonderful, the beach is a bit rocky but only 3 min walk away you can be swimming in the wonderful blue waters of the Indian Ocean. Steve was a wonderful host and organised activities at very reasonable prices compared to the beach boys.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Paradise in Paje beach
Ad a wonderful stay at Pakachi beach hotel. The staff were very friendly and available at all times. Steve was a really nice host and made our stay very pleasant. You must know however that this hotel uses salt water as it is eco friendly, however for washing face and teeth, drinking water is provided. The location is like being in paradise, far from all the touristic areas, but at the same time not isolated from everything. The hotel also has a restaurant that prepares one of the most amazing see food i have ever tried and a very good price. I thoroughly recommend this place!!!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great affordable place!
This place exceeded my expectations for the price I was paying for it.. The owner Steve and the staff were very welcoming and helpful. Steve helped us arrange our activities for cheap prices.. The only thing I didn't like was the salty water.. However, Steve explained why he uses mix water from a well and the ocean. The other hotels use a lot of the tap water that is supposed to feed the nearby village which causes a shortage in the village.. He also provided free bottled water for us to use when brushing our teeth! Overall, I recommend this hotel
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2/10 Poor

Shouldnt be open for business in the current state
Cheap and nasty. The facilities are substandard. Bad timing really...the place was in a state of disrepair.
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Don't go here during low season - or not at all
I was the only guest at the resort and since there is nothing to do besides laying on the beach it gets boring quickly. Fortunately I only stayed one night but my overall impression of the place is not impressive. The manager does what he can to welcome you but still the bungalows are mediocre at best, the bath room of very low standard and the complimentary breakfast is poor and disorganized. Also the level of English among the staff at the resort is very poor which will create a lot of confusion. Not recommending this place at all, better check in at Paje or Jambiani if you want a good experience.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great hotel. Cozy and good in pricing. The employees very well trained and open
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Food delicious. Staff incredibly friendly
The most amazing part is about the staff and the food. Everyone from the staff is smiling and in a good mood, treating you like a v.i.p. The food is absolutely delicious, I think the best we had in 14 days of Tanzania (we ate in approx 15 places): many compliments to the chef. Especially Elia, from the staff is a lovely and funny person
Mirco, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

+++
nice and quiet place, helpful staff, very good food quickly served, family friendly
3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly
We had a great time at Pakachi with my son. Everybody was super friendly and helpful. The place is beautiful, food was good and my son enjoyed the pool.
3-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

een fijn hotel met een hele goeie keuken. erg aardig personeel. lekkere rustige ongedwongen sfeer. meubilair is eenvoudig. kamers functioneel maar niet luxueus. prima zwembad en erg geriefelijke ligbanken.
9-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Resort sulla spiaggia
Resort molto tranquillo, bella posizione sulla spiaggia e ci è piuciuto molto il ristorante sulla spiaggia, I piatti abbastanza vari e la colazione compresa abbondante. E' un resort per chi cerca un posto rilassante non lussuoso.
Chiara, 8-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Feeling home in Paradise
Pakachi Beach Resort is like feeling at home in a place like Zanzibar. I don't have words to describe Steve, his wife Angela and all the staff.. they are all so nice, kind and friendly, I found a family down there and I won't never forget anybody! The Pakachi is a quiet place, cozy, comfortable and clean. They have a swimming pool, even if they are in front of the beach, beautiful white sand.. I was forgetting to speak about the food! Well.. so good! Wonderful breakfast every morning! So, again, thanks guys! Best holiday ever!
Federica, 9-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Om man reser ekonomisk då är det okej annars..
Abel Asfaha, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Best place for peace and relaxation
If you want to relax by the beach, read a book and grab a piña colada, look no further. We had a magical time here, waking up to the sound of the waves every morning and getting up from the bed to get breakfast in the restaurant where a smiling staff member would serve us a delicious breakfast. A special thank you to Steve, his wife, and the Staff (from the guards and chefs to the restaurant staff). They were most accommodating to every request we could think of, always with a response "hakuna matata - no worries," and we were always met with a smile whenever we would go talk to them. The staff at Pakachi is very kind and happy. They really make the place feel warmly welcoming. Dos and Don'ts: Do: Ask Steve (the owner) for help in arranging rides from the Airport and in arranging trips and activities. You will get guaranteed, cheaper and safer experiences; you will be able to find your phone in case you lose it in the cab; you will not spend hours haggling for a cheaper price (a price Steve will likely still beat); you will know what to get and won't have surprises of not getting a snorkel or water during the trip after all. Don't: Look for better food elsewhere. Eat your meals at Pakachi. We tried restaurants up and down the beach and the food wasn't as great as at Pakachi. Pakachi had delicious food with great prices, fresh seafood and a nice mix of local and Western foods. Why make the hike elsewhere?
Uula, 12-night romance trip
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