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Roots inn

2.0 star property
Hostel with a restaurant, 7-minute walk to Paje Beach

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Double Room, City View | Living area
In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$57
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb

Explore the area

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2021, Zanzibar, Paje, Unguja South Region, 11111
  • Place, Paje Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Bwejuu Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Maalum Cave Pool
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, City View

Double Room, City View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Mini-fridge
Washing machine
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room, City View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Mini-fridge
Washing machine
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room, City View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Mini-fridge
Washing machine
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Paje

At Roots inn you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Paje Beach and 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Bwejuu Beach. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant and washing machines. .The restaurant, Roots bistro cafe, serves Asian cuisine. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning local cuisine breakfast is served between 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM. .Near this Paje hostel, you'll find Jambiani Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Paje Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bwejuu Beach - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Maalum Cave Pool - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Jambiani Beach - 3 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mapacha - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Your Zanzibar Place - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Mr. Kahawa - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Corner, Cafe And Bbq - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kiddo’s Rooftop Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Roots inn

Hostel with a restaurant, 7-minute walk to Paje Beach
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Roots inn also features laundry facilities and local meal delivery service.

This Paje hostel is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Roots inn offers 5 accommodations with a safe and blackout curtains. This Paje hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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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

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 35 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Roots bistro cafe

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 1:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: from approximately USD 35 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 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 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 and cash.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Roots inn ?

Yep, Roots inn is a short 7-minute walk from Paje Beach.

How much does it cost to stay at Roots inn ?

As of 8 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Roots inn on 15 Feb 2026 start from NZ$56.67, 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.

Does Roots inn serve breakfast?

You bet, local cuisine brekkie is available daily between 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Roots inn ?

No, Roots inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Roots inn ?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Roots inn 's onsite restaurant that serves Asian cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Roots inn ?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Roots inn ?

No, pets are not allowed.

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