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Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with outdoor pool, near Jambiani Beach

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Outdoor pool, open 7 AM to 7 PM, pool umbrellas
Traditional Double Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing
Exterior
Property grounds
Terrace/patio

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beach bar
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • In-room childcare
  • Airport shuttle
  • Ferry terminal shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
For families
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Playground on site
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The price is $55
includes taxes & fees
$41 per night
Dec 5 - Dec 6

Room options

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

Triple Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Day bed
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
  • 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

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Single Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Day bed
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
  • 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

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 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

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
East Coast of Zanzibar, Jambiani

What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Kuza Cave - 10 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Paje Beach - 12 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Bwejuu Beach - 18 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 61 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Mapacha - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Oxygen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪African Bbq - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mr. Kahawa - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ndame Beach Bar - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows

Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows offers a private beach where you can get a beach massage or sip a drink at the beach bar, plus you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Jambiani Beach. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in massages. Offering a beachfront location, mbuyuni restaurant serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden.

Languages

English, Polish, Swahili

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 21 rooms
  • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Check-out time is 10:30 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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 staffed during limited hours
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

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

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Babysitting*

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Free onsite valet parking
  • Onsite parking limited
  • Free offsite parking nearby

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
  • Ferry terminal shuttle*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Beach bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills
  • Free reception
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Playground
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Volleyball
  • Pool table
  • Fishing
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Built in 2002
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Mbuyuni restaurant - This beachfront restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

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: TZS 10731.52 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of TZS 65000 per vehicle
  • Ferry terminal shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 5 percent

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 7 PM

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
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. Cash is not accepted.
Property Registration Number ZCT 030A.02.2009

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

Does Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows 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 Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7 AM to 7 PM.
Is parking offered on site at Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking. Parking spots may be limited.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is TZS 65000 per vehicle.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows?
Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as fishing. Additional recreation onsite includes volleyball. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a private beach and an arcade. Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows also has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows?
Yes, mbuyuni restaurant offers beachfront dining, international cuisine, and ocean views.
Does Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows like?
Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows is located a short 4-minute walk from Jambiani Beach.

Reviews

7.8

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Uhuru, the owner of this place, was very welcoming and any request was fulfilled within minutes. Bungalows are very clean, swimming pool as well. Lots and lots of space for chilling and relaxing with the view of the sea. Chefs were creating interesting and tasty dishes from Swahili kitchen. Staff was very friendly as well. This place is great for animal lovers as they have lots of cats, dogs and monkeys. Ahsante Sana!
Martina, 13-night romance trip
Verified Ebookers guest review

2/10 Poor

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.
Dissappointed, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

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.
11-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

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.
Mary, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Mr D A, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Experience good, beech shoes required as rocky to enter sea when tide coming in ok at high tide though
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Idyllic location. As much as you could hope for. Food out of this world and accommodating for vegetarians. Staff very friendly and helpfull
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

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.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

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.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

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.
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8/10 Very Good

Friendly place, very good value for money
Mbuyuni is a quiet place - nothing to do but relax which is what we were looking for. Staff were very nice and the restaurant was excellent and inexpensive. You have to order your food in advance but this worked well as we found restaurants in Jambiani took one hour to prepare food anyway. Room was very big with decent bathroom. Not a big swimming pool and when the tide goes out, you have to wait to swim as the whole beach is behind a reef.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel on the beach very welcoming staff
We had a fantastic time here and will be going again everyone was welcoming and very kind 10 out of 10 .
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Could do so much better
We have enjoyed our stay at Mbuyuni. Service could be improved as well as the breakfast. The front sea bungalows are the one to stay in. Spacious and romantic. The others are smaller and have no view. Be ready to spend a lot of money on taxi if you want to move on the island and from the hotel. Advise, rent a car, it s' cheaper.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Good well located hotel for those on a budget
Pool very nice, staff very helpful, restaurant very good for evening meals and breakfasts. Room comfortable but bit sparse, no towels and bit shabby and shower lacked power. Good if on a budget.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Mbuyuni Beach was a very nice place to relax, enjoy the view and the beach. The lounge area was the highlight. In addition to the comfortable cushions to relax on, there were different activities including board games and pool that allowed the family to enjoy quality time together and enjoy the view.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic Location
Mbuyuni Beach Bungalows are right on the beach between Paje and Jambiani. You ideally need some transport if you are going to visit other areas of Zanzibar. The secluded location is perfect for a quiet week or two away and the staff are great. Friendly and attentive. No air con in the room but for the price I can't fault it.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place for rest and relaxation
As a volunteer working with an NGO, I was seeking solitude and respite and not the typical "tourist - cram in so much as you can in a day" kind of vacation. Mbuyuni was exactly what I needed. The salt water pool is good for swimming when the tide is out. There was not a sign of sea urchins or jellyfish I have experienced on other trips to other beaches in Zanzibar. The white sands beach is great for relaxing and there are hammocks and chairs and other things you can lounge on. There were few hawkers or touts and I never felt hassled. The food was great for the price point and the menu changes every day You do have a long delay between ordering and receiving food but we just grabbed our mobile devices and took advantage of the free wifi while we waited. The portions are huge and the seafood is delicious. The staff was always friendly and available to answer any questions we had. The room was simple but everything worked and was clean and ready for us. I will definitely return for another stay next time I am in Zanzibar.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

As good as ascret beach hideaway
Loved my stay an Mbuyuni. It is rustic, simple and relaxed but also has all you need for that tropical beach holiday. The staff are great, friendly and helpful, the food is tasty, and the cocktails - well, the best I have ever had! All this in addition to the obvious benefits of vast expances of beach and sea and sun, off course. If you are accustomed to 5 star western treatment, this may be an adjistment for you. For me, it was perfect. I felt right at home. Best value for money ever. I would go back in a heartbeat.
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10/10 Exceptional

See past the first impressions
I booked this hotel for a post-Kilimanjaro trek. Appearances upon arrival at this hotel are deceiving; the entrance drive is a bit cluttered and is not terribly inviting. Do not let first impressions cloud your judgement. I was glad I didn't. The atmosphere at this hotel is relaxing and inviting. If you are looking for excitement - this might not be the place. If you are looking for a decent hotel with excellent staff and a good menu, then give it a whirl.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nice quite get away
All together my stay was very nice. I was there to relax and that is just what happened. Beautiful beaches, it was quite and far enough away from the markets but close enough to be able to get out for a bit if you wanted to. Services are slow but i wasn't in a rush. I enjoyed my rest and relaxation.
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6/10 Good

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8/10 Very Good

A great place to spend a holiday! The people are so nice and relaxed... everything is Hakuna matata:-) You do not need to make a visa at home, they will make it for you in the airport of Zanzibar and it takes 2 min. Have a beautiful holiday:-)
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

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This Place was very far from every thing. The Beach was not well kept, limited items on menu. Service took forever. And they over charge for everything. In My opinion the 3.7 rating must be Tanzanian. In American and Canadain Standards this place is like a -(minus) 30 a real dump and not well kept at all. I promptly checked out and went to the Hilton Double tree in Nungwi Beach a small piece of Paradise. Stay away from this place, IF cost and money is an issue try finding a cheaper place closer to civilization this place is alos 170KM from Town. My advise " Stay away " . Then again I travel like his royal Highness" .
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