Lala Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Zanzibar Town with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Standard Room, City View | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

4.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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534 Benghan St, Zanzibar Town
  • Place, Nakupenda Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Shangani Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Forodhani Gardens
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, City View

  • 140 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, 1 Twin Bed

  • 500 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Zanzibar Town

Located in Stone Town, Lala Hostel is next to People's Palace Museum and Marahubi Palace. This 8-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and concierge services.

What's nearby

  • Nakupenda Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Shangani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Old Fort - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Forodhani Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Slave Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Forodhani Park - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪House of Karafuu - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Lala Hostel

Hostel in Zanzibar Town with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of Lala Hostel enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours/tickets and luggage storage.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and wired Internet.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit for incidental charges and 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Lala Hostel Zanzibar Town
Lala Zanzibar Town
Lala Hostel Zanzibar Island/Stone Town
Lala Hostel Zanzibar Town
Lala Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Lala Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Lala Hostel?

Lala Hostel provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see within easy reach of Lala Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Stone Town, just steps from Nakupenda Beach and People's Palace Museum, and within a short walk of Shangani Beach. You'll also find Old Fort and Forodhani Gardens less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Lala Hostel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hostel.

Does Lala Hostel feature a casino at the property?

No, Lala Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Lala Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What do couples enjoy most about Lala Hostel?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as free breakfast and concierge services.

Are there hot tubs at Lala Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Lala Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Lala Hostel offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Lala Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Lala Hostel.

Does Lala Hostel have connecting rooms?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Lala Hostel?

The closest major airport to Lala Hostel is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), which is 4.7 mi away (21 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Lala Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Lala Hostel.