About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Babalao Bungalows in Nungwi offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden views. Each room includes a terrace, outdoor furniture, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, lush garden, and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Additional amenities include a restaurant, bar, and outdoor seating area. Dining Experience: The on-site restaurant serves lunch and dinner with continental and à la carte breakfast options. Breakfast includes warm dishes, fresh pastries, pancakes, and fruits. Prime Location: Located a 2-minute walk from Nungwi Beach, the hotel is 38 mi from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. Nearby attractions include Kichwele Forest Reserve and Mangapwani Coral Cave. Scuba diving is available in the surroundings.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Wassim
Lebanon“Authenticity is the key. This place has a very nice theme.” - Maryam
Netherlands“We had an amazing stay at Babalao Bungalows in Zanzibar! From the moment we arrived, we felt completely at home. Max, the owner, was incredibly kind and helpful—always ready with great recommendations on where to eat (especially to make sure the...” - Kristen
United States“The staff here is incredible from the manager Max to the restaurant staff and others working around the hotel. They serve a phenomenal breakfast every morning and they are attentive to every need. Max even gives you his number on WhatsApp in case...” 
Lojain
Canada“Max and the rest of the staff were incredible and hospitable! The breakfast options were good and the seating area with the pool is nice. And there cute pets to enjoy their company ☺️”- Holmes United States“This place is great! Friendly staff. Good food. Very close to the beach. Clean pool. Beautiful, casual ambiance. Very reasonable prices on tours and services. Endless hot water. Powerful, quiet room AC.”
- Marion
France“Very nice staff and very good location near the beach and very good facilities Best breakfast so far in Zanzibar” - Dana United States“Babalao is a gem in a sea of giant resorts. It is located near the beach, had great food, the rooms were comfortable and the staff was very attentive. Alp helped us set up tours around the island with reputable guides and he made sure our stay...”
- Umur
Turkey“The owner Alp was very helpful in our settling in even though we arrived quite late. The breakfast is amazing and it doesn’t have a set time so if you want to sleep in it’s a great choice! Also, the food in the hotel’s restaurant is amazing. We...” - John United States“Beautiful property kept immaculately clean. Most importantly, the hospitality was amazing and your needs are anticipated before you ask. Staff was also warm and, perhaps more importantly, familial. The breakfast was delicious and varied depending...”
Hiroshi
Japan“The staff was friendly, the welcome drink and breakfast was amazing, thank you for letting us check in early! Very chill vibes, super close to the beach, lots of shops and restaurants nearby. Really can't complain about everything. And the dog is...”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site
- babalao
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
House rules
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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
From 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 6 years
Extra bed upon request
$20 per child, per night
7+ years
Extra bed upon request
$30 per person, per night
Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no cribs available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
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