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Cocolala Beach House

4.0 star property
Beachfront bed & breakfast with spa services

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On the beach, white sand, beach massages, beach bar
Exterior
Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View, Beachfront | Balcony
Exterior
Family Room, Garden View, Beachfront | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kaskazini Street, Nungwi, Unguja North Region, 73107
  • Place, Nungwi Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Nungwi Natural Aquarium
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kendwa Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Balcony, Beachfront | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Double Room, Balcony, Beachfront

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Garden View, Beachfront | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Double Room, Garden View, Beachfront

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View, Beachfront | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View, Beachfront

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, Garden View, Beachfront | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Room, Garden View, Beachfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, Ocean View, Beachfront | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Room, Ocean View, Beachfront

  • 291 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Design Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Design Double Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Double Room

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

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Family Twin Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Nungwi

Cocolala Beach House places you next to Nungwi Beach and within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular attractions like Kendwa Beach. This 10-room, 4-star bed & breakfast has free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Nungwi Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kendwa Beach - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 52 min drive - 21.2 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tam Tam Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sexy Fish - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪M&J Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Corner - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mangi's Bar - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Cocolala Beach House

Beachfront bed & breakfast with spa services
At Cocolala Beach House, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, spa services, and a free grocery shopping service. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 50 per vehicle one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this beach bed & breakfast include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a gift shop.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport pillow menus and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Other standard amenities include sitting areas, ceiling fans, and safes. Change of towels is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A beach bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Stroller

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 50 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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.

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 and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the bed & breakfast at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Cocolala Beach House Nungwi
Cocolala Beach House Bed & breakfast
Cocolala Beach House Bed & breakfast Nungwi

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Cocolala Beach House?

Cocolala Beach House provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see near Cocolala Beach House?

This bed & breakfast in Nungwi is within a 10-minute walk of Nungwi Beach and Nungwi Natural Aquarium. You'll also find Kendwa Beach and Mnarani Natural Aquarium within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Cocolala Beach House?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Is there a spa at Cocolala Beach House?

Spa services at the bed & breakfast include beach massages.

Does Cocolala Beach House have a casino?

No, Cocolala Beach House doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Cocolala Beach House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

Is Cocolala Beach House good for couples?

This beachfront bed u0026 breakfast offers many amenities for couples, including in-room massages as well as a beach bar and massages on the beach.

Does Cocolala Beach House have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does Cocolala Beach House feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Cocolala Beach House offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Cocolala Beach House allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, dogs stay free at Cocolala Beach House and the property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Cocolala Beach House?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

Are there rooms with balconies at Cocolala Beach House?

Yes, every guestroom at Cocolala Beach House comes with a deck with some featuring ocean or garden views.

Reviews

Cocolala Beach House Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

TIMOTHY

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful and friendly. Steps away from the beach. Able to book tours directly with hotel. Not a lot of restaurant variety close by. Like most of zanzibar, water pressure was only slightly higher than pouring water from a bottle onto yourself but at least it was hot. Music from nearby hotels and restaurants. Electricity cuts - generator supposedly present but not turned on - part of the property had lights on but not my part.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

milana

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

Perfect stay awesome A/C and breakfast

Owner of this hotel Sebastian and his wife goes far and beyond our expectation. We’re friendly and welcoming. Breakfast was awesome every day and air conditioning was superb… beach is 1 min walk and location has a lot of good restaurant. We highly recommend this place for couple and families. We had room for 4 and enjoyed every minute of our stay. Sebastian organized for us transport from airport when we arrived . He also organized tour which was reasonably priced and time wise very well calculated ( spice farm, prisoner island and Stone town) right before our departure from Zanzibar. I am glad I choose this hotel for our family of 4. We already missing Zanzibar.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Aniruddha

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach. Owner is courteous. Rooms are spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nilaja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay at Cocolala Beach house. From the owner Carola, to the staff, they were all extremely friendly and helpful. Being that I took a solo trip for my birthday to Zanzibar, I really appreciated Carola in making sure my day was very special. If I had any questions or needed any assistance, someone was always around to help me. The hotel was always clean and fully supplied with water and toilet tissue. If you’re looking for a comfortable and safe hotel with a 2 minute walk to the beach, this is your place!
Stayed 12 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were amazing and kind. Breakfast 1st class. So peaceful at Cocolala
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elinor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxed, laid back. Super nice owners and staff. Steps to the beautiful, walkable beach. Big rooms with good air conditioning. Good breakfast included. Excellent restaurants close by. Great value!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

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

Excellent property and hospitality!

I had an absolutely incredible stay at Cocolala Beach House in Zanzibar! From the moment I arrived, the warmth and kindness of the staff made me feel right at home. The manager went above and beyond, ensuring a welcoming and seamless experience—her hospitality truly set this stay apart. The room was wonderfully comfortable, with excellent air conditioning and an overhead fan, making it a perfect retreat after a day in the sun. One of the standout moments for me was when I had early morning scuba dives—since breakfast was served later, the manager thoughtfully prepared a to-go breakfast for me, a small but incredibly meaningful gesture that made my experience feel truly 5-star. Beyond the fantastic service, I loved the outdoor space—a peaceful porch and well-kept surroundings, ideal for relaxing. The location is unbeatable, just steps from the beach and within walking distance of amazing restaurants. If you're considering where to stay in Zanzibar, I highly recommend Cocolala Beach House for its comfort, charm, and exceptional hospitality. I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John Paul, Pontefract

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hosts and staff very helpful and friendly. Nothing was too much trouble for them. Location wonderful with many restaurants within easy walking distance. Hosts organised trips at a competitive prices. Would highly recommend anyone looking for a life in the slow lane in paradise
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kind, friendly staff and a central location. The rooms were tidy and well prepared for one’s arrival. And the breakfast was delicious and fresh each morning. Great place, great price!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An absolute perfect stay and amazing location! Right by the beach with tons of incredible restaurants and shopping including art galleries with gorgeous local artworks for sale. The owner and the staff are among the warmest kindest humans I have ever met in a hotel setting and I truly enjoyed interacting and engaging with them. They serve the best juice here and the hotel itself is just lovely, naturesque and peaceful. I will definitely be back 💜
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

SYDNEY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful stay at Cocolala Beach House. The rooms are large, comfortable beds, excellent shower. Breakfast was fantastic and you are only steps to the ocean. The staff are very friendly and helpful and I would love to come back one day. Thank you for a great stay! So beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chevy, Wichita Falls

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, budget-friendly, and great staff. You are also able to arrange tours and airport pickup with the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Friendly owners, great location

Good place to stay, right on the beach
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacques

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hosts and very friendly and helpful staff. Easy check-in. Property situated 50 meters from the beach, with the Eastern Africa dive center right around the corner. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

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

Lovely staff, amazing location

Great hotel right by the beach. Could walk to the beach in 30 seconds from our room. Staff was very friendly. Breakfast was tasty. No complaints.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Abraham

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, amaizing staff, clean facilities overall great stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Room comfort
Breakfast was very simple, Location was good as vendors didn’t come around but the road is in terrible condition. Walk to the beach was 5 minutes.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property owner went above and beyond to make the stay as easy as possible. He arranged taxi’s, places to store luggage, and had a connection for anything you wanted to do. The property was just across from the beach and great spots to eat and drink! Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

carla-krystin

Liked: Amenities
Home away from home Cozy, welcoming and everything I needed - that’s my stay at Cocolala in a nutshell. Huge, clean and well equipped bedroom and bathroom. A peaceful hotel that is literally steps to a great swimming beach (you can swim seaweed free any time if day) restaurants, activities and shops. Huge hot breakfasts (I could never finish at one sitting). Hammocks in the garden for lazing around. Most of all Cora, Mohammed and Sebastian were gracious hosts. They gave me helpful recommendations for where to swim, local places to eat and the best prices for beach chairs. They connected me with a Budabuda (motorcycle taxi) so I could explore town. And all at a reasonable price. I highly recommend Cocolala. I’ll be staying there if I return to Zanibar.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Benn

The bathroom was unsafe with things being able to fall down.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Florien

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay. Fantastic location, right on the beach, the staff is lovely. Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Posizione ottima sulla spiaggia di Nungwi, colazione buona con scelta limitata, personale gentile. Le foto non rispecchiano la struttura dove siamo stati mandati, che era una specie di area di serie B, mentre le foto di presentazione mostrano altre soluzioni. Il bagno non scaricava: abbiamo dovuto aprire e richiudere ogni volta il tappo dello scarico.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025