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Melik's

3.0 star property
Beachfront guesthouse for sun and fun

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On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
Meeting facility
Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View, Beachside | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Basic Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Beachside | View from room
Exterior
Days at Melik's unfold with the gentle rhythm of seaside life. Guests enjoy active sun-filled hours and peaceful evenings. The on-site restaurant serves all three meals daily, while therapeutic massages perfectly complement the coastal experience.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

Room options

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Sep 14 - Sep 15
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Exclusive Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

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Highlights

Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
Desk
Located on the top floor
  • 36 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
East Coast Zanzibar, Jambiani

What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 8 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Paje Beach - 9 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Kuza Cave - 9 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Makunduchi Beach - 14 min drive - 9.2 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 80 min drive

About this property

Melik's

Guesthouse near Jambiani Beach
At Melik's, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, an airport shuttle, and a terrace. With a white sand beach, beach massages, and sun loungers, this guesthouse is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
  • Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and concierge services
Room features
All guestrooms at Melik's include perks such as 24-hour room service, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Ceiling fans and housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 35 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

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 cash
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

Property is also known as

Melik's House jambiani
Melik's House
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MELIK'S Guesthouse Jambiani
MELIK'S Guesthouse
MELIK'S Jambiani
MELIK'S Guesthouse
MELIK'S Guesthouse Jambiani

Frequently asked questions

Is Melik's pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Melik's?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Melik's?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: noon. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Melik's?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Melik's provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 35 per vehicle applies.

Where is Melik's located?

Nestled on the beach, this Jambiani guesthouse is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Jambiani Beach and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Kuza Cave. Paje Beach and Swahili Cave are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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