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Zanzibar Youth Hostel

1.0 star property
Beachfront, with outdoor pool

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On the beach
Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking, Beach View
Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Beach Road 1, Jambiani, Makunduchi, 255
  • Place, Makunduchi Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Jambiani Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Paje Beach
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪81 min drive‬

Room options

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Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Washer/dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking, Beach View

Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking, Beach View

Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking, Beach View

Highlights

Washer/dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Beach View

Highlights

Washer/dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Makunduchi

At Zanzibar Youth Hostel, you'll be 9.8 km (6.1 mi) from Jambiani Beach and 17.5 km (10.9 mi) from Paje Beach. Highlights at this beachfront hostel include an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .This beach hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a lift. Each morning free English breakfast is offered between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Makunduchi hostel include Makunduchi Beach and Kizimkazi Dimbani Mosque.
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What's nearby

  • Makunduchi Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Jambiani Beach - 12 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Kizimkazi Beach - 20 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 21 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Paje Beach - 22 min drive - 24.1 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jetty Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Coco Beach Hotel & Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mande Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Zanzistar Beach Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Casa Coco - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Zanzibar Youth Hostel

Beachfront, with outdoor pool
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Zanzibar Youth Hostel also features an outdoor pool, 24-hour room service, and a lift.

This Makunduchi hostel is smoke free.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Zanzibar Youth Hostel offers 26 accommodations with washers/dryers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room washing machine/dryer
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the beach

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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.

Property is also known as

Zanzibar Youth Hostel Makunduchi
Zanzibar Youth Makunduchi
Zanzibar Youth
Zanzibar Youth Hostel Makunduchi
Zanzibar Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Zanzibar Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Makunduchi

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Zanzibar Youth Hostel?

Zanzibar Youth Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Zanzibar Youth Hostel?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Zanzibar Youth Hostel?

Yep, Zanzibar Youth Hostel is on Makunduchi Beach.

Does Zanzibar Youth Hostel have a pool?

Zanzibar Youth Hostel has an outdoor pool.

Does Zanzibar Youth Hostel serve breakfast?

Sure does, free English brekkie is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Zanzibar Youth Hostel?

No, Zanzibar Youth Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Zanzibar Youth Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

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