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Swahili Beach Bums

3.0 star property
Beachfront, with outdoor pool

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Property grounds
Interior
Deluxe Double Room, Patio, Beach View
Outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas
Outdoor dining

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$37
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb

Explore the area

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32 Jambiani Village, Jambiani, Unguja South Region, 72108
  • Place, Jambiani Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Kite Centre Zanzibar
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Paje Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, Patio, Beach View

Deluxe Double Room, Patio, Beach View

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
In-room massage
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Beach view
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, Patio, Beach View

Comfort Double Room, Patio, Beach View

Comfort Double Room, Patio, Beach View

Highlights

Patio
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
In-room massage
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Beach view
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Basic Double Room, Patio, Beach View

Basic Double Room, Patio, Beach View

Basic Double Room, Patio, Beach View

Highlights

Patio
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
In-room massage
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Beach view
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Basic Double Room, Patio, Ocean View

Basic Double Room, Patio, Ocean View

Basic Double Room, Patio, Ocean View

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
In-room massage
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Ocean view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Shared Dormitory, Patio, Beach View

Classic Shared Dormitory, Patio, Beach View

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
In-room massage
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Beach view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

About the area

Jambiani

At Swahili Beach Bums you'll be steps from Jambiani Beach and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Kuza Cave. Highlights at this beachfront B&B include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free cooked-to-order breakfast. .The bed & breakfast's own lounge bar and beach bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find free beach club on site, and enjoy the on-site free pool cabanas and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In the area of this 3-property class Jambiani B&B, you'll find Paje Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Paje Beach - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Kuza Cave - 7 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Pingwe Beach - 22 min drive - 23.4 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Your Zanzibar Place - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪B4 Beach Club - ‬7 min drive
  • Kisiwa on the Beach
  • ‪Coco Beach Hotel & Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Pompetti Restaurant of Zanzibar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Swahili Beach Bums

Beachfront, with outdoor pool
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Swahili Beach Bums. Self parking is free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Dining venue
Swahili Beach Bums offers 10 accommodations with a safe. Rooms open to patios. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Free beach club
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Communal living room

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

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.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

Property Registration Number Yes

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Swahili Beach Bums?

Yep, Swahili Beach Bums has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Swahili Beach Bums?

As of 7 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Swahili Beach Bums on 8 Feb 2026 start from NZ$37.24, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Swahili Beach Bums?

Yep, Swahili Beach Bums is a short 1-minute walk from Jambiani Beach.

Does Swahili Beach Bums have a pool?

Swahili Beach Bums has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying in a complimentary pool cabana and under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Swahili Beach Bums a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private patios in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Swahili Beach Bums.

Does Swahili Beach Bums serve breakfast?

Sure does, free cooked-to-order brekkie is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Swahili Beach Bums?

No, Swahili Beach Bums does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Swahili Beach Bums?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Swahili Beach Bums?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Swahili Beach Bums?

No, pets are not allowed.

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