10/10 Excellent
Mark
14 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Truly boutique experience
Mark
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Helwa's Boutique Hotel & Restaurant
3.0 star property
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Breakfast included
- Spa
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Laundry room
Explore the area
Bwejuu, 34, Bwejuu, Unguja South Region, 34
- Bwejuu BeachPlace, Bwejuu Beach1 min walk
- Paje BeachPlace, Paje Beach8 min drive
- Jambiani BeachPlace, Jambiani Beach9 min drive
- Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)64 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View
Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View
- Ocean view
- 20 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
View all photos for Comfort Double Room, Ocean View
Comfort Double Room, Ocean View
- Ocean view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed
Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
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About the area
Bwejuu
At Helwa's Boutique Hotel & Restaurant you'll be steps from Bwejuu Beach and 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from Paje Beach. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include free continental breakfast, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .This beach hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, dry cleaning/laundry services and tour/ticket assistance. Added amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, spa services and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .In the area of this 3-property class Bwejuu Beach hotel, you'll find Jambiani Beach.
What's nearby
- Bwejuu Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Paje Beach - 8 min drive - 3.0 km
- Kite Centre Zanzibar - 9 min drive - 4.9 km
- Jambiani Beach - 9 min drive - 5.6 km
- Pingwe Beach - 17 min drive - 13.8 km
Getting around
- Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 74 min drive
Restaurants
- Mapacha - 3 min drive
- Mr. Kahawa - 4 min drive
- Shanga Paje - 4 min drive
- Corner, Cafe And Bbq - 3 min drive
- Flow Beach
About this property
Helwa's Boutique Hotel & Restaurant
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.
Spa services, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities are also featured at Helwa's Boutique Hotel & Restaurant.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Bwejuu hotel.
- 9 guestrooms or units
- Continental breakfast (free)
- Dry cleaning
- Self-service laundry
- Tour and ticket information
- Smoking in designated areas
- Bar or lounge
- Coffee shop
- Dining venue
Helwa's Boutique Hotel & Restaurant offers 9 accommodations. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- No on-site parking available
- Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
Food and drink
- Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
- A bar/lounge
- A coffee shop/cafe
- A restaurant
Family friendly
- Laundry facilities
Conveniences
- Laundry facilities
Guest services
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
- On the beach
Spa
- Massage
- Spa services
Accessibility
- No lift
More
- Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bathroom
- Private bathroom
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
More
- Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
- A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
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, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.
We should mention
- Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Helwa's & Restaurant Bwejuu
Helwa's Boutique Hotel & Restaurant Hotel
Helwa's Boutique Hotel & Restaurant BWEJUU
Helwa's Boutique Hotel & Restaurant Hotel BWEJUU
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Helwa's Boutique Hotel & Restaurant?
Yep, Helwa's Boutique Hotel & Restaurant is on Bwejuu Beach.
Is there a spa on site at Helwa's Boutique Hotel & Restaurant?
There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.
What makes Helwa's Boutique Hotel & Restaurant a romantic place to stay?
A lounge bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Helwa's Boutique Hotel & Restaurant.
Does Helwa's Boutique Hotel & Restaurant serve breakfast?
Yeah, complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Helwa's Boutique Hotel & Restaurant?
No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Helwa's Boutique Hotel & Restaurant?
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.
What time are check-in & check-out at Helwa's Boutique Hotel & Restaurant?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Helwa's Boutique Hotel & Restaurant?
No, pets are not allowed.
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