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Babalao Bungalows

Zanzibar · Tanzania

Nungwi Beach Street No.3, 0View location

9.8/10Excellent8 Reviews
Cleanliness9.8/109.8
Service9.4/109.4
Comfort9.0/109.0
Condition9.4/109.4
Amenities9.6/109.6
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About Babalao Bungalows

This charming hotel, Babalao Bungalows, is located a mere two-minute walk from Nungwi Beach. Its ten welcoming units offer a perfect place to relax after a day exploring the area. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, bar, garden, and sun terrace.

The hotel also provides family rooms, a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service, and free WiFi. Each room includes a private bathroom, wardrobe, bed linens, and towels, with select rooms also featuring a safety deposit box.

A continental breakfast is available each morning, and guests can play darts or cycle in the popular surrounding area. Nearby attractions include Nungwi Beach, Royal Beach, and Kendwa Beach.

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With a stay at Babalao Bungalows in Nungwi, you'll be a 1-minute drive from Nungwi Beach and 9 minutes from Kendwa Beach. This hotel is 19.4 mi (31.3 km) from Kiwengwa Beach and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Zanzibar Horse Club.

Make yourself at home in one of the 16 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and separate sitting areas, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Beach services
Smoking areas

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 11:00 AM

Hotel policies

No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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, debit cards, and cash
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Spoken Language

    Swahili

    English

    Turkish

Nearby attractions

Zanzibar Horse Club 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Nungwi Beach 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Baraka Natural Aquarium 1.6 km / 1 mi
Zanzibar Kilosa's Conservation 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Kendwa Beach 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Nungwi Sunrise Point 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Simba Padel 4.3 km / 2.7 mi
Tazari Caves 6.1 km / 3.8 mi
Fukuchani Ruins & Cave 12.3 km / 7.6 mi
Matemwe 20.4 km / 12.7 mi
Pwani Mchangani Beach 27.3 km / 17 mi
Muyuni Beach 27.6 km / 17.1 mi
Kigomani Beach 29.1 km / 18.1 mi
Kiwengwa Beach 31.3 km / 19.4 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 10
  • hotel
  • Small pets allowed (under 5 kg)
  • Large pets allowed (over 5 kg)
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wired Internet
  • Wi-fi
  • Transfer service
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  • Secure parking
  • Valet parking
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Laundry service
  • Bicycle hire service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Hotel safe
  • Currency exchange facilities
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Concierge
  • Sun terrace
  • Luggage room
  • Dining area
  • Clothes dryer
  • Private pool
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking area
  • Smoking area
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Breakfast room
  • Sun loungers
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast served to the table
  • À la carte lunch
  • À la carte dinner
  • Tennis
  • Darts
Meal plans

Meal plan types

Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.

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Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

Upon availability

Room types

These are the hotel's room types, rather than live offers. Choose your travel dates to see available rooms, prices and booking conditions. Check availability

  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST-1

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    Babalao Bungalows

    TWIN STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.ST-1

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE DELUXEDOUBLE • DELUXE • 35 m²DBL.DX
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    Babalao Bungalows

    DOUBLE DELUXE

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    9 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    35 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.DX

    Room amenities

    • Housekeeping
    • Fan
    • Slippers
    • Desk
    • Toiletries
    • Wake-up service
    • Wi-fi
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Ironing set
    • Minibar
    • Internet access
    • TV
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower: 1
    • Bathroom: 1
    • Satellite TV
    • Smoke detector

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE QUEEN BEDDBL.DX-QN

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    Babalao Bungalows

    DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE QUEEN BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.DX-QN

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARD • 30 m²DBL.ST
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    Babalao Bungalows

    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    3 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    30 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST

    Room amenities

    • Slippers
    • Shower: 1
    • Bathroom: 1
    • Ironing set
    • TV
    • Desk
    • Toiletries
    • Wake-up service
    • Wi-fi
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Hairdryer
    • Fan
    • Smoke detector
    • Housekeeping
    • Minibar
    • Internet access
    • Satellite TV

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARD • 30 m²TWN.ST
    TWIN STANDARDPhoto unavailable4 photos

    Babalao Bungalows

    TWIN STANDARD

    Room photos

    4 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    30 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.ST

    Room amenities

    • Fan
    • Smoke detector
    • Satellite TV
    • Desk
    • Toiletries
    • Wake-up service
    • Wi-fi
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Ironing set
    • Minibar
    • Internet access
    • TV
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower: 1
    • Slippers
    • Bathroom: 1
    • Housekeeping

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN

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    Babalao Bungalows

    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.QN

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • TRIPLE DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDSTRIPLE • DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDSTPL.2Q-DX

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    Babalao Bungalows

    TRIPLE DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
    Room type
    TRIPLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TPL.2Q-DX

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • QUADRUPLE DELUXE TWO BEDSQUADRUPLE • DELUXE TWO BEDSQUA.2B-DX

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    Babalao Bungalows

    QUADRUPLE DELUXE TWO BEDS

    Room photos

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE TWO BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.2B-DX

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • TRIPLE DELUXETRIPLE • DELUXE • 40 m²TPL.DX
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    Babalao Bungalows

    TRIPLE DELUXE

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    7 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    40 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width, Single bed 80-130 width
    Room type
    TRIPLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TPL.DX

    Room amenities

    • Minibar
    • Shower: 1
    • Hairdryer
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Housekeeping
    • Smoke detector
    • Satellite TV
    • Slippers
    • Desk
    • Toiletries
    • Wake-up service
    • Wi-fi
    • Fan
    • TV
    • Internet access
    • Ironing set
    • Bathroom: 1

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SINGLE DELUXESINGLE • DELUXESGL.DX

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    Babalao Bungalows

    SINGLE DELUXE

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.DX

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Babalao Bungalows

9.8
Excellent
8 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.8 /10
Service
9.4 /10
Comfort
9.0 /10
Condition
9.4 /10
Amenities
9.6 /10
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10/10
Exceptional
03 Apr 2026
Same
We had an absolutely wonderful stay at this hotel with my wife and our two young children. From the moment we arrived, we felt a warm, family friendly atmosphere that truly made us feel at home.
The staff were amazing, very kind, attentive, and genuinely caring. A special mention to the owner and manager (Kambei), who went above and beyond to make sure our stay was comfortable and memorable. Their level of care and personal attention was something you rarely experience. It felt less like staying at a hotel and more like being welcomed into a family.
Everything about our experience was exceptional,the atmosphere, the hospitality, and the genuine love they showed to our family. I truly cannot recommend this place enough. I only hope that everyone who stays here gets to experience the same level of care and comfort that we did.
“Babalao,” - perfectly reflects the spirit of this place ‘‘caring and guiding’’
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2025
Oliver
Clean room and friendly staff
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jul 2024
Angela
Cute property with fantastic breakfast and close walk to beautiful beach. Felt safe and comfortable - loved all the artistic touches. Staff were helpful with coordinating transportation and tours during our 3-day stay.
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Babalao Bungalows
Nungwi Beach Street No.3, 0, Nungwi, Tanzania

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