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Featured Hostels in Zanzibar

Homeland Swahili Lodge - Hostel

Homeland Swahili Lodge - Hostel

2 out of 5
Zanzibar, Nungwi, Unguja Kaskazini
Homeland Swahili Lodge - Hostel features free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and barbecue grills.
SULTAN PALACE

SULTAN PALACE

2 out of 5
Dongwe Zanzibar, Dongwe, Unguja South Region
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$286 nightly
The price is $332 total per night
$332 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Guests staying at SULTAN PALACE enjoy access to a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. Free valet parking is available if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities.
Lost & Found Dooms

Lost & Found Dooms

2 out of 5
57, shangani, Zanzibar Town
At Lost & Found Dooms, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with tours or tickets, access to locker space, and luggage storage.
Shoki Shoki Guest House

Shoki Shoki Guest House

2 out of 5
Soho Muhogo, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$49 nightly
The price is $64 total per night
$64 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Guests staying at Shoki Shoki Guest House enjoy free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 15 per vehicle one-way. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with access to locker space and luggage storage.
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Jambiani Transit Hostel

Jambiani Transit Hostel

2 out of 5
Kibigija, Zanzibar, Jambiani, Unguja South Region
An outdoor pool, spa treatment rooms, and laundry facilities are featured at Jambiani Transit Hostel. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Helpful staff can provide concierge services and luggage storage.
Misonobarini sweet Villa

Misonobarini sweet Villa

$61 nightly
The price is $61 total per night
$61 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
At this hostel, guests have access to a hot tub, laundry facilities, and local meal delivery service. This hostel also has a garden.
Breflection Spa and Hostel

Breflection Spa and Hostel

2 out of 5
Mkunazini St, Stone Town, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region
$24 nightly
The price is $28 total per night
$28 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Guests of Breflection Spa and Hostel enjoy access to a full-service spa, spa services, and laundry facilities. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 20 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry.
Salhiya Lodge - Hostel

Salhiya Lodge - Hostel

2 out of 5
Fuji street, Bububu, Mjini Magharibi
Guests of Salhiya Lodge - Hostel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for TZS 40000 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with concierge services and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a TV in a common area, a garden, and a picnic area.
New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel

New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel

2 out of 5
Shangani Post Office, Kenyatta Rd, Paje, Zanzibar
Guests staying at New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel enjoy an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 40.00 per vehicle one way. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach hostel include a library, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
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Hotel Options in Zanzibar

    Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive

    Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive

    Nungwi Road, North Coast Zanzibar, Nungwi, Unguja North
    9/10 Wonderful! (367 reviews)
    Tembo House Hotel

    Tembo House Hotel

    Forodhani Street, Zanzibar Town
    8.6/10 Excellent! (885 reviews)
    The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive

    The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive

    Muyuni, Matemwe, Unguja North Region
    $457 nightly
    The price is $535 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
    $535 total
    Nov 1 - Nov 2
    Total with taxes and fees
    9.4/10 Exceptional! (168 reviews)

Hostels

Book a hostel in Zanzibar
Life is an adventure, and you can experience it all—without breaking the bank. Don’t ignore your free spirit when you travel: stay spontaneous with hostels in Zanzibar. They’re flexible, fun and never have a dull moment, just like you. Plus, the budget friendly nature of a hostel means you can stay longer and check out everything Zanzibar has to offer.

Find your tribe and maximize your good times at Zanzibar hostels. Backpackers, students, and young travelers flock to hostels for their community feel. They’re a great place to meet fellow travel junkies from all over the world and make new friends that will help you get the most out of Zanzibar.

Hostels let you really see Zanzibar
A hostel is your ticket to a great trip in Zanzibar. Some include private rooms, while others offer double beds or bunk beds, so your whole crew can split the cost. If you’re traveling alone, hostels are the perfect way to find your Zanzibar family and maybe even pick up a trail buddy.  

Youth hostels in Zanzibar are the best way to see the sights without losing your savings. Perks can include free Wi-Fi, free breakfast, and options for private rooms and bathrooms. Some hostels also include common areas where you can cook and share meals together, reheat leftovers, or just gather around to swap stories. The manager is likely a local who will be able to suggest new spots in Zanzibar for you to visit. Take your new best friends and get going. Zanzibar isn’t going to explore itself.

Zanzibar Hostels essential information

Accommodation
23 Hostels
Lowest Price
$28
Highest Price
$535
Popular accommodation
Homeland Swahili Lodge - Hostel, SULTAN PALACE, Lost & Found Dooms, Shoki Shoki Guest House, Jambiani Transit Hostel, Misonobarini sweet Villa, Breflection Spa and Hostel, Salhiya Lodge - Hostel, New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel

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