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Bamboo Zanzibar

4.0 star property
Beachside hotel with 3 outdoor pools

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3 outdoor pools, free cabanas, sun loungers
Rooftop terrace
Deluxe Double Room | Living area
Reception
Deluxe Double Room | Living area
Bamboo Zanzibar offers a peaceful oceanside escape with three outdoor pools and a rooftop terrace. Enjoy the swim-up bar, onsite spa, and shopping within the property. Free in-room WiFi and nearby coworking spaces are available. Visitors appreciate the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • On private beach
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
Spa

Spa

The on-site spa has 4 treatment rooms including couples treatment rooms. The hotel's spa offers deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, in-room massages, and prenatal massages. Types of treatments available include aromatherapy, Ayurvedic treatments, body scrubs, and body wraps.

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 11 - Sep 12
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Tomorrow

Sep 12 - Sep 13
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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
  • 45 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Jambiani, Bamboo Zanzibar is in a rural area and on a private beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Jambiani Beach and Paje Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ecotours.
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Jambiani Mfumbwi, Jambiani, 72108

What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Paje Beach - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Kuza Cave - 7 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Bwejuu Beach - 9 min drive - 5.8 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 55 min drive

About this property

Bamboo Zanzibar

Upscale hotel near Jambiani Beach
Free full breakfast, a swim-up bar, and a poolside bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Bamboo Zanzibar. Treat yourself to a body treatment, a facial, or a Swedish massage at the onsite spa. In addition to a rooftop terrace and shopping on site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 3 outdoor pools along with free cabanas, sun loungers, and a swim-up bar
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • A water dispenser, a gift shop, and concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a TV in the lobby, and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
  • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free secured, covered valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in fee: 50 percent of room rate
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: 50 percent of room rate

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: 50 percent of room rate
  • Late check-out fee: 50 percent of room rate (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Bamboo Zanzibar have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools.

Is Bamboo Zanzibar pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bamboo Zanzibar?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bamboo Zanzibar?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A 50% fee applies for early check-in.

What time is check-out at Bamboo Zanzibar?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a 50% fee (subject to availability).

Where is Bamboo Zanzibar located?

Nestled on the beach, this Jambiani hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Jambiani Beach and Kuza Cave. Paje Beach and Swahili Cave are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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