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Driftwood Beach Lodge

3.5 star property
Beachside hotel with outdoor pool

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Enjoy a serene beachside retreat with access to the ocean and a sailboat nearby.
Relax by the resort's pool surrounded by lush vegetation and palm trees.
Relax at our beachside bar, where you can enjoy a refreshing drink under a thatched roof.
Relax in a serene outdoor seating area overlooking a calm body of water.
Restful retreat with a large bed, striped bedspread, and nautical-themed pillows, accompanied by a beautiful sailboat painting.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Family Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Jambiani, Jambiani

What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Paje Beach - 8 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Kuza Cave - 8 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Makunduchi Beach - 16 min drive - 10.4 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mapacha - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Oxygen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪African Bbq - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mr. Kahawa - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ndame Beach Bar - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Driftwood Beach Lodge

Hotel near Jambiani Beach
Consider a stay at Driftwood Beach Lodge and take advantage of free English breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site restaurant, Driftwood, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and laundry facilities.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and outdoor furniture
  • Beach towels, a TV in the lobby, and concierge services
Room features
All guestrooms at Driftwood Beach Lodge include perks such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as amenities like separate sitting areas and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas
  • Daily housekeeping and electrical adapters/chargers

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Driftwood

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Room service

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night
  • Shuttle transfer per adult: USD 35 (one-way)
  • Shuttle transfer per child: USD 0 (one-way)
  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 72 hours of booking the reservation.

We have included 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
This property accepts credit 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
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Driftwood Beach Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Driftwood Beach Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Driftwood Beach Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Driftwood Beach Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Driftwood Beach Lodge?

Check-out is at 9:30 AM.

Does Driftwood Beach Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Driftwood Beach Lodge located?

Nestled on the beach, this Jambiani hotel is steps from Jambiani Beach and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Kuza Cave. Paje Beach and Bwejuu Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Driftwood Beach Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On arrival we were immediately upgraded to a sea view room. Location and beach are good. Nice room with great view and air conditioning which is a must. All staff were very friendly. The chef is excellent and we really enjoyed our evening meals I would like to add that the manager Kariem is a credit to the running of this hotel. Thanks Kariem and i look forward to meeting up with you in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Konrad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Konrad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ying

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

The best place to switch off and drift away!

Very relaxed very professionally managed resort. I would return and recommend friends. Friendly staff and very clean. The only thing is the mattress is not so comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019