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Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows

3.0 star property
On private beach with outdoor pool, near Kuza Cave

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Relax by the pool or on the beach, surrounded by tranquil ocean views.
Enjoy meals in our communal dining area, surrounded by lush greenery and a natural rock formation.
Relax in a serene beachside haven with a shaded gazebo surrounded by lush greenery and a hammock for ultimate relaxation.
Relax in a shaded outdoor seating area with comfortable seating options and a menu board.
Relax in a shaded seating area with ocean views, surrounded by lush greenery and comfortable seating.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
East Coast of Zanzibar, Jambiani
  • Jambiani Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Paje Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Kuza Cave
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪66 min drive‬

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Room options

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Triple Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Triple Room

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

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Standard Bungalow | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Bungalow

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Traditional Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Traditional Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Jambiani

Jambiani Beach is within a 5-minute walk of Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows while other popular sites like Kuza Cave are within a few miles (5 km). This 21-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, a private beach, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Paje Beach - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Kuza Cave - 8 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Makunduchi Beach - 17 min drive - 10.8 miles

Getting around

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

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

On private beach with outdoor pool, near Kuza Cave
Guests staying at Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows enjoy access to a private beach, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. Free valet and self parking are available—or if you're not driving, take the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for TZS 65000 per vehicle. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this beach hotel include an arcade/game room, a library, and express check-in.
Relax with a rainfall shower. Other standard amenities include balconies or patios, ceiling fans, and safes.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach and an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Polish, Swahili

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Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • mbuyuni restaurant

Things to do

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2002
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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 staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: TZS 10483.08 per person, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

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

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 11:30 AM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number ZCT 030A.02.2009

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 7 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

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

Are free cancellation options available at Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows?

Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows?

This hotel is located in Jambiani within a short 4-minute walk of Jambiani Beach. You'll also find Paje Beach and Kite Centre Zanzibar within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows?

Yes, valet parking and self parking are offered for free at the hotel.

Is a spa located at Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows?

Spa services at the hotel include beach massages and couples treatments.

Does Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows have a casino on the premises?

No, Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 7 AM and 7 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows?

This waterfront hotel offers many amenities for couples, including in-room massages as well as a private beach and a beach bar.

Does Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows serves breakfast for a surcharge at mbuyuni restaurant.

Does Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows?

The closest major airport to Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), which is about 23.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows?

Yes, every guestroom at Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows comes with a balcony with some featuring sea or garden views.

Mbuyuni Beach Village - Bungalows Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 107 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

10/10 Excellent

Martina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2022

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.

8/10 Good

Couple, Switzerland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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 .

8/10 Good

Henri, Dubai

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

6/10 Okay

Fe, UK

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

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.

10/10 Excellent

Navid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Ian, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

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.

10/10 Excellent

Anne-marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

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.

10/10 Excellent

Mike, Montreal, QC, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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:-)

2/10 Terrible

Alex, Vancouver ,Canada

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A

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" .