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Beachfront hotels in Nungwi

A curated list of beach hotels and resorts

Tomas Mazowski A list by Tomas Mazowski. This guide was last updated in November 2022.

Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Nungwi. I hope you will like it!

  • 1 Crystal Beach Nungwi Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Crystal Beach Nungwi

    Hotel. Situated in Nungwi, a few steps from Nungwi Beach, Crystal Beach Nungwi features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. The property is set 2.2 km from Royal Beach, 43 km from Kichwele Forest Reserve and 45 km from Cheetah's Rock. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around $98.

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  • 2 Warere Beach Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Warere Beach

    **** Hotel. Warere Beach is located in Nungwi, within 1.2 km of Ras Nungwi Lighthouse (Hog Point) and 1.2 km of Mnarani Aquarium (Marine Turtles Conservation Pond). Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $79.

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  • 3 Smiles Beach Hotel Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Smiles Beach Hotel

    **** Hotel. Situated a private stretch of Nungwi Beach, the refurbished Smiles Beach Hotel features sun loungers and hammocks, as well as a large tropical garden. There is also a beach-side restaurant and free Wi-Fi in the hotel rooms. The air-conditioned rooms all come with a balcony and views of the Indian Ocean. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around $181.

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  • 4 Sun Beach Hotel Zanzibar Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Sun Beach Hotel Zanzibar

    *** Hotel. Facing the beachfront, Sun Beach Hotel Zanzibar offers 3-star accommodation in Nungwi and features an outdoor swimming pool, garden and terrace. Featuring a bar, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel has family rooms. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around $68.

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  • 5 Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort

    ***** Resort. Located directly on a white sandy beach with a coral reef, Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort offers tropical gardens with 4 outdoor pools and water-sports facilities. Guests can also relax with a massage at the Spa. The Resort features modern-Zanzibar design and all rooms have a large bed surrounded by a mosquito net and a large balcony. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around $351.

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  • 6 Langi Langi Beach Bungalows Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Langi Langi Beach Bungalows

    Hotel. Located at the Nungwe beach in the north of Zanzibar, Langi Langi Beach Bungalows features an outdoor pool and a restaurant. The beach offer snorkeling and diving opportunities. Featuring Swahili design, the accommodation comes with a balcony or verandah and a bathroom with shower. Show full description Guest review score 7.5, rooms from around $82.

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  • 7 Mnarani Beach Hotel Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Mnarani Beach Hotel

    **** Resort. Mnarani Beach Hotel overlooks the northern coastal beaches of Zanzibar, 1.5 km away from the quiet fishing village of Nungwi. Some of the traditional-style beach cottages are steps away from the turquoise blue Indian Ocean. Show full description Guest review score 7.3, rooms from around $76.

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  • 8 Tanzanite Beach Resort Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Tanzanite Beach Resort

    *** Resort. Tanzanite Beach Resort provides beachfront accommodation in Nungwi. Among the various facilities of this property are a private beach area and an outdoor swimming pool. The restaurant serves international dishes. Show full description Guest review score 7.1, rooms from around $90.

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  • 9 Amaan Beach Bungalows Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Amaan Beach Bungalows

    *** Hotel. Offering an outdoor pool and a spa and wellness centre, Amaan Bungalows is located in Nungwi. Free WiFi access is available. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a bath or shower and free toiletries. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 7.4, rooms from around $72.

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  • 10 Zanzicrown Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Zanzicrown

    *** Hotel. Zanzicrown features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Nungwi. This 3-star hotel offers a bar. The accommodation provides a tour desk, luggage storage space and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, the rooms come with a desk. Featuring a private bathroom with a bidet and a hairdryer, rooms at Zanzicrown also offer free WiFi, while certain rooms include a balcony. At the accommodation each room is equipped with bed linen and towels. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at this 3-star hotel. Speaking English, French and Italian at the 24-hour front desk, staff are willing to help at any time of the day. Popular points of interest near Zanzicrown include Nungwi Beach, Royal Beach and Mwanda. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International, 61 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around $48.

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  • 11 Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only

    ***** Resort. Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only features luxurious accommodation with private terraces offering Indian Ocean views. Facilities include an outdoor pool, private beach with watersports and a dive centre. The spa provides massages and a steam bath. Show full description Guest review score 8.9

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  • 12 Zava Nungwi Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Zava Nungwi

    Hotel. Zava Nungwi is set in Nungwi, within 20 metres of East Africa Diving and less than 1 km of Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium. Popular points of interest nearby include Spanish Dancer Divers and Nungwi Beach. Free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk are available. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around $103.

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  • 13 Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive

    **** Hotel. Facing the beachfront, Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive offers 4-star accommodation in Nungwi and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden. Featuring a terrace, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy Italian and Asian dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar. Show full description Guest review score 8.8

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  • 14 Badolina Bungalows Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Badolina Bungalows

    Hotel. Badolina Bungalows features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Nungwi. Featuring a bar, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around a few steps from Nungwi Beach and around 1.3 km from Royal Beach. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around $70.

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  • 15 Nungwi Dreams by Mantis Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Nungwi Dreams by Mantis

    ***** Hotel. Situated in Nungwi, a few steps from Nungwi Beach, Nungwi Dreams by Mantis features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a concierge service. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared lounge and free WiFi. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around $200.

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  • 16 Flame Tree Cottages Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Flame Tree Cottages

    *** Hotel. Set in a tropical garden on the North West coast of Zanzibar, Flame Tree Cottages offers accommodation on Nungwi Beach. It features a tropical garden with swimming pool. All rooms have private bathrooms and shower, mosquito netted beds, air conditioning units, refrigerator, electric kettle, fan, hot and cold water and spacious veranda where breakfast is served. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around $165.

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  • 17 Zima lodge Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Zima lodge

    Hotel. Situated in Nungwi, 100 metres from Nungwi Beach, Zima lodge offers air-conditioned accommodation and a terrace. Boasting room service, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared lounge and free WiFi. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around $60.

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  • 18 DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Zanzibar - Nungwi Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Zanzibar - Nungwi

    **** Resort. Located on a sandy beach on the northern tip of Zanzibar, this DoubleTree Resort offers luxurious rooms with views of tropical garden, pool and the Indian ocean. The lush tropical gardens contain an outdoor pool and swim-up bar. Each room is air-conditioned and equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Show full description Guest review score 7.9, rooms from around $195.

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  • 19 Safira Blu Luxury Resort & Villas Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Safira Blu Luxury Resort & Villas

    ***** Hotel. Situated in Nungwi, 45 km from Kichwele Forest Reserve, Safira Blu Luxury Resort & Villas features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel has a terrace and sea views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.6, rooms from around $1155.

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  • 20 The Zanzibari Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: The Zanzibari

    **** Hotel. Located on the edge of a small rocky cliff with stunning views over the Indian Ocean out to Mnemba Island, The Zanzibari is set in lush and tropical gardens. Each room has a private balcony or terrace and all rooms overlook either the ocean or the gardens. Free WiFi is available in public areas. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around $155.

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  • 21 Jagwa Beach Guest House Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Jagwa Beach Guest House

    Guest house. Situated in Nungwi and with Nungwi Beach reachable within 200 metres, Jagwa Beach Guest House features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a terrace. The property is around 1.8 km from Royal Beach, 2. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around $35.

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  • 22 Chikachika Beach B&B Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Chikachika Beach B&B

    Bed and Breakfast. With Nungwi Beach reachable in a few steps, Chikachika Beach B&B offers accommodation, a restaurant, a garden, a terrace and a bar. The bed and breakfast features both WiFi and private parking free of charge. There is a fully equipped private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around $63.

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  • 23 Spice Sea Beach House and Rest Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Spice Sea Beach House and Rest

    Bed and Breakfast. Located in Nungwi in the Zanzibar region and Nungwi Beach reachable within 70 metres, Spice Sea Beach House and Rest provides accommodation with free WiFi, a children's playground, a garden and free private parking. There is a private bathroom with shower in every unit, along with free toiletries, a hairdryer and slippers. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast is available daily at the property. Show full description Guest review score 7.9, rooms from around $30.

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  • 24 Faridu Beach Bungalows Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Faridu Beach Bungalows

    Bed and Breakfast. Set in Nungwi in the Zanzibar region, with Nungwi Beach and Royal Beach nearby, Faridu Beach Bungalows offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Some accommodation includes a balcony and a seating area with flat-screen TV, as well as air conditioning. The bed and breakfast offers a continental or Full English/Irish breakfast. Show full description Guest review score 6.7, rooms from around $110.

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  • 25 Ebony & Ivory Beach Bungalows Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Ebony & Ivory Beach Bungalows

    Bed and Breakfast. Ebony & Ivory Beach Bungalows is located in Nungwi. Free WiFi access and sunbeds are available. Each room here will provide you with a patio. Show full description Guest review score 6.5, rooms from around $31.

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  • 26 Game Fish Lodge Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Game Fish Lodge

    Guest house. Located in Nungwi, on the quieter north east coast of Zanzibar, Game Fish Lodge is situated along the beachfront and features an in-house restaurant, bar and a sun terrace. Free private parking is offered on site. The air conditioned rooms come complete with a patio offering views of the sea. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around $132.

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  • 27 PALM NUNGWI Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: PALM NUNGWI

    Bed and Breakfast. Featuring city views, PALM NUNGWI offers accommodation with a garden, a terrace and a bar, around 60 metres from Nungwi Beach. It is set 1.9 km from Royal Beach and provides a 24-hour front desk. Show full description Guest review score 7.5

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  • 28 Casa Umoja Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Casa Umoja

    Guest house. Casa Umoja offers accommodation in Nungwi. Free private parking is available on site. Some rooms include a seating area to relax in after a busy day. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around $49.

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  • 29 Anex Sun & Beach Nungwi, Tanzania

    Anex Sun & Beach

    Guest house. Set in Nungwi, Anex Sun & Beach offers beachfront accommodation a few steps from Nungwi Beach and offers various facilities, such as an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a bar. The property is situated 2.1 km from Royal Beach, 43 km from Kichwele Forest Reserve and 45 km from Cheetah's Rock. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around $54.

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  • 30 Zuzanu house Nungwi, Tanzania

    Zuzanu house

    Bed and Breakfast. Featuring a swimming pool, a garden, a terrace and views of the pool, Zuzanu house is located in Nungwi and provides accommodation with free WiFi. There is a fully equipped private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. A continental breakfast is available daily at the bed and breakfast. Show full description Guest review score 9.6, rooms from around $70.

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  • 31 Nungwi Inn Beach Cottages Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Nungwi Inn Beach Cottages

    *** Inn. Situated in Nungwi, Nungwi Inn Beach Cottages offers beachfront accommodation and features various facilities, such as a restaurant, a bar and a garden. Boasting a private beach area, the inn is close to several noted attractions, including Spanish Dancer Divers, less than 1 km from Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium and a 1-minute walk from Supermarket. The inn has family rooms. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $81.

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  • 32 Union Beach Bungalow Nungwi, Tanzania

    Beach: Union Beach Bungalow

    Lodge. Situated in Nungwi, 100 metres from East Africa Divers, Union Beach Bungalow features free WiFi. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking is available on site. Show full description Guest review score 6.4, rooms from around $52.

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