Zava Nungwi Hotel

Nungwi, Tanzania View on map
8.5 Fabulous Based on 560 reviews
Editor's Pick

"Rooms sit steps from Nungwi Beach, where private sun loungers await. The restaurant terrace overlooks the ocean, serving daily breakfasts and sunset drinks. Best for beach-focused travelers, less so for anyone needing reliable electricity."

From US$ 83 US$ 74 per night
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Check-in
28 Sept 2026
Check-out
29 Sept 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Why guests choose Zava Nungwi

  • Beachfront
    On Nungwi Beach
  • Live Music
    Nightly performances
  • ZaVa Restaurant
    On-site dining
  • Bike Rentals
    Nungwi village tours
  • Pet Friendly
    All sizes welcome
  • Express Check-in
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Overview

Offering a restaurant, Zava Nungwi Hotel lies in the Nungwi Beach district, 0.4 miles from ZanziYoga and a mere 8 minutes' stroll from such cultural places of interest as Dr Bulugu Gallery. The Nungwi hotel features cars for rent, as well as Wi-Fi in public areas.

Located within a few blocks of family attractions like Baraka Natural Aquarium- Nungwi, the hotel is 10 minutes’ walk from Nungwi city center. Standing 0.4 miles from Spanish Dancer Divers Diving Center, the Zava Nungwi is only 0.7 miles from Mnarani Marine Turtles Conservation Pond Aquarium. The area features a number of shopping sites, such as Zanzibar Parasailing Outdoor Sports Store, which is around 10 minutes by car from the property. Daladalas to Stone Town bus station, allowing a good connection throughout the city, is not far from the Nungwi hotel.

The rooms at the Zava are fitted with climate control as well as coffee and tea making facilities. Guests will make use of bath sheets and towels in the private bathrooms equipped with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet.

Food options for dinner are available at the on-site ZaVa restaurant.

  • Check-in
    from 14:00 until 23:59
  • Check-out
    until 10:00
  • Hotel class
Zava Nungwi
Our tips

Should you book Zava Nungwi?

Perfect if you
  • Want a room with a private terrace overlooking the garden.
  • Are looking for a hotel just 20 metres from East Africa Diving.
  • Prefer a small property with only 9 rooms.
Maybe skip if you
  • Expect a free airport shuttle - the airport shuttle is offered for a fee.
  • Prefer a central location in Stone Town - the hotel is in the Nungwi Beach district.
Best for
  • Beach access with sun loungers and umbrellas
  • ZaVa restaurant open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and cocktails

Facilities of Zava

General
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Currency exchange
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
Dining
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
Leisure & Sports
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Horseback riding
  • Darts
  • Fishing
Zava Guest Services
  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Happy hour
Room Amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Cots
  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Policies

Zava Nungwi applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 14:00 until 23:59
Check-out
until 10:00
Important info
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no cribs provided in a room.

Frequently asked questions

The cost of a night's stay in Zava Nungwi is $74.
Zava Nungwi provides WiFi in public areas.
Guests of Zava Nungwi will reach the downtown within 10 minutes' walk.
Kisauni is the closest airport and it is situated within 41 miles from Zava Nungwi.
Restaurants near Zava Nungwi include Saturn Restaurant and LangiLangi Beach Bungalows Cafe.
Zava Nungwi will accept American Express, Visa and Mastercard as well as other payment methods.
Zava Nungwi offers a sun terrace and a garden.
Some rooms of Zava Nungwi welcome guests with such facilities as climate control, a cabinet and a separate toilet.
Yes, Zava Nungwi offers bus shuttle service. Please call ahead to confirm the details.
Pets are welcome in Zava Nungwi.
Yes, smoking is allowed in designated smoking areas of Zava Nungwi.

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Check-in
28 Sept 2026
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Guests
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Children:

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