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Gaia Villas

3.0 star property

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Outdoor pool
Garden
Double Room, Garden View, Poolside
Exterior
Outdoor pool

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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Baobab Road, Nungwi, Zanzibar
  • Place, Nungwi Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kendwa Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium
    ‪20 min walk‬

Room options

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Double Room, Garden View, Poolside

Double Room, Garden View, Poolside

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Sofa Beds

About the area

Nungwi

At Gaia Villas you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like Nungwi Beach and Kendwa Beach. Highlights at this hotel include free daily breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. .In proximity to this 3-property class Nungwi hotel you'll find Mnemba Island.

What's nearby

  • Nungwi Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kendwa Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Nungwi Sunrise Point - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 51 min drive - 33.4 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tam Tam Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Corner - ‬7 min walk
  • Kulinarium
  • ‪M&J Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Makofi Pizza Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Gaia Villas

There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Gaia Villas also features an outdoor pool, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Nungwi hotel.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
Gaia Villas offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. A pillow menu is available. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Bathrooms include a shower. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and hairdryers can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ 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 full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
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 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. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Gaia Villas?

Gaia Villas offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Gaia Villas?

Yep, Gaia Villas has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Gaia Villas?

Yep, Gaia Villas is a short 7-minute walk from Nungwi Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and fishing. You can also find boat tours.

Does Gaia Villas have a pool?

Gaia Villas has an outdoor pool.

Does Gaia Villas serve breakfast?

Yeah, free full brekkie is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gaia Villas?

No, Gaia Villas does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Gaia Villas?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Gaia Villas?

No, pets are not allowed.

Gaia Villas Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel within walking distance to the beach and restaurants. Staff were excellent and very helpful. Beautiful gardens around the hotel and pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashmira

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Gaia Villas in Zanzibar was absolutely incredible! From the moment we arrived, we felt completely at peace. The property is stunning—tucked away in a serene setting that makes you feel like you’ve found your own little paradise. It’s quiet, beautifully maintained, and the perfect place to relax and recharge. Tanya, the owner, personally greeted us and gave us a run down of the property and the town. She even arranged transport from the airport for us beforehand and gave us recommendations on excursions and things to do in the area. Isiah was also amazing. We loved talking to him everyday and also really appreciated his recommendations. One of the highlights was definitely the breakfast each morning. Everything was so fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared—it was the perfect start to our days. You could really taste the care and quality in every bite. The combination of the peaceful atmosphere, the welcoming vibe, and the amazing food made this stay unforgettable. I can’t recommend Gaia Villas highly enough and would return in a heartbeat!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I had a short stay but I loved how nestled I felt on the property grounds. If you are looking for a place that will give you peace and serenity, This is it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Die Mitarbeiter waren super freundlich und hilfsbereit, ein wunderschöner Pool der 24/7 genutzt werden kann
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sinah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely breakfast, great tips for the area and a sweet host - we had an amazing time! Thanks for your flexibility!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un 10/10

Nos ha encantado. Quiero volver! Tan bonito, gente tan agradable, localizaciones perfecta!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super schöne Unterkunft, in der man den Urlaub perfekt genießen kann! Die Außenanlage inkl. Poolarea wirkte durch die vielen Pflanzen wie ein Paradies. Das Frühstück war sehr lecker und jeden Tag frisch sowie individuell zubereitet. Alle Angestellten waren zudem sehr freundlich und haben jeden Wunsch erfüllt. Tanya hat uns persönlich begrüßt und mit super wertvollen Tipps zur Umgebung ausgestattet. Lediglich die Bäder könnten modernisiert werden. Alles in allem jedoch ein top Preis-Leistungsverhältnis!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024