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Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel

3.0 star property
On private beach with outdoor pool, near Kuza Cave

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Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Suite, 1 Bedroom
Apartment, 1 Bedroom
Property grounds

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • On private beach
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • 16.00 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Bungalow

Family Bungalow

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • 55.00 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • 40.00 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • 40.00 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • 40.00 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Double Beds OR 2 Twin Beds

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Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • 16.00 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Paje Road, Jambiani, 0000

What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 1 min drive - 0.0 miles
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Paje Beach - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Kuza Cave - 6 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Bwejuu Beach - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mapacha - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Oxygen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪African Bbq - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mr. Kahawa - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ndame Beach Bar - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel

Family-friendly hotel near Jambiani Beach
Located close to Kuza Cave and Kite Centre Zanzibar, Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, beachfront dining, and beach massages. Indulge in a body treatment, a massage, and a facial at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Enjoy onsite activities like boat tours, sailing, and beach volleyball. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Limo/town car service, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Babysitting (surcharge), a gift shop, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel include perks such as furnished balconies and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like room service.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Separate sitting areas, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Sailing
  • Snorkeling

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • 9 buildings
  • Built in 2001
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
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 4.00 per person, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 40 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
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
Children under 9 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Pakachi
Pakachi Beach
Pakachi Beach Paje
Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel
Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel Paje
Pakachi Beach Resort Hotel Jambiani
Pakachi Beach Resort Hotel
Pakachi Beach Jambiani
Pakachi Beach Resort Hotel
Pakachi Beach & Hotel Jambiani
Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel Hotel
Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel Jambiani
Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel Hotel Jambiani

Frequently asked questions

Does Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

What time is check-out at Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 40 per vehicle applies.

Where is Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Jambiani hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Jambiani Beach, Kite Centre Zanzibar, and Kuza Cave. Paje Beach and Bwejuu Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Pakachi Beach Resort & Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 46 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Cozy and good in pricing. The employees very well trained and open
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Yuri

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

Best choice in Zanzibar

Perfect simple beach holiday - the location is perfect, right on the beach. The staff are super friendly, the included breakfast is delicious and plentiful. It's not fancy but very good value for money, I felt welcome and safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the customer care. Staff very committed to helping you. Went over and above to play with the children. Pool inviting. Small resort but 5 star. Good chef with choices. Food was a bit expensive when same meal in stone town was much cheaper but all resorts marked up food. So going to another reort was not a solution
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mirco

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

Food delicious. Staff incredibly friendly

The most amazing part is about the staff and the food. Everyone from the staff is smiling and in a good mood, treating you like a v.i.p. The food is absolutely delicious, I think the best we had in 14 days of Tanzania (we ate in approx 15 places): many compliments to the chef. Especially Elia, from the staff is a lovely and funny person
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

+++

nice and quiet place, helpful staff, very good food quickly served, family friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Very friendly

We had a great time at Pakachi with my son. Everybody was super friendly and helpful. The place is beautiful, food was good and my son enjoyed the pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Luminita

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

We felt great at Pakachi - asante sana

We really enjoyed our staying at Pakachi. Rooms are basic in a rustic style, but cleaned impeccably every day. Very nice to have the room prepared for sleep each evening :) Good to have a pool for the low tide hours (also for a quick cooling, as the beach in front does not offer a good entrance in the sea, due to many rocks) Food is tasty, diverse options and well priced. Steve is a nice and careful host and so is the whole staff - we felt very welcome and we thank you all. Will return for sure!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel grounds are nice, the beach itself is good, just not great for swimming. There are rocks/coral & even when the tide is in it doesn’t get deep forever. You can walk around, even at night without issues, which was great! The pool is quite nice! We found the service & staff were wonderful! The rooms are nice and clean, however could use a little work. All in all, as long as you remember that it is a 2*, most people should be satisfied.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
een fijn hotel met een hele goeie keuken. erg aardig personeel. lekkere rustige ongedwongen sfeer. meubilair is eenvoudig. kamers functioneel maar niet luxueus. prima zwembad en erg geriefelijke ligbanken.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ben

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

The best service

Our stay at Pakachi was incredible. The owner provided hands down the best service and all of the employees were super friendly. For anyone seriously interested in having all of the amenities, there is no A/C in the standard rooms, but in our opinion, it enhances the experience of really living on the beach. The food was incredible, the service was incredible, and we could not have asked for a more relaxing stay. We look forward to returning to Pakachi!!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

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

Most amazing views

We absolutely loved our stay Pakatchi!!! We spent four nights at this wonderful place and wish we could have stayed more. The staff are extremely friendly. The food was delicious, and most of all the view from our beach bungalow was just awesome. Few steps down some stairs and you right on the beach. Highly recommend paying a bit more for that amazing view. Waking up to sunrise over the ocean and the sound of the waves crashing was incredible. There a great pool for swimming when the tide is out. We are very simple folks and don’t need luxury, so our bungalow was perfect for us, however if you are looking for modern fittings, bells and whistles and aircon , then you may want to look elsewhere as the bungalow are very basic and rustic which we loved.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Chiara, Verona

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Resort sulla spiaggia

Resort molto tranquillo, bella posizione sulla spiaggia e ci è piuciuto molto il ristorante sulla spiaggia, I piatti abbastanza vari e la colazione compresa abbondante. E' un resort per chi cerca un posto rilassante non lussuoso.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Federica, Stresa, vb, italy

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

Feeling home in Paradise

Pakachi Beach Resort is like feeling at home in a place like Zanzibar. I don't have words to describe Steve, his wife Angela and all the staff.. they are all so nice, kind and friendly, I found a family down there and I won't never forget anybody! The Pakachi is a quiet place, cozy, comfortable and clean. They have a swimming pool, even if they are in front of the beach, beautiful white sand.. I was forgetting to speak about the food! Well.. so good! Wonderful breakfast every morning! So, again, thanks guys! Best holiday ever!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Abel Asfaha

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Om man reser ekonomisk då är det okej annars..
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Value for money

The Pakachi beach resort is real value for money. Steve the owner is a gracious host and ready to go the extra mile for his guests. The hotel is situated right on the beach in breathtaking surroundings. The food is excellent with 2 professionally trained chefs. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The pool is well maintained used it every day. Thanks Steve for a great week. Cheers, Bob
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Uula

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

Best place for peace and relaxation

If you want to relax by the beach, read a book and grab a piña colada, look no further. We had a magical time here, waking up to the sound of the waves every morning and getting up from the bed to get breakfast in the restaurant where a smiling staff member would serve us a delicious breakfast. A special thank you to Steve, his wife, and the Staff (from the guards and chefs to the restaurant staff). They were most accommodating to every request we could think of, always with a response "hakuna matata - no worries," and we were always met with a smile whenever we would go talk to them. The staff at Pakachi is very kind and happy. They really make the place feel warmly welcoming. Dos and Don'ts: Do: Ask Steve (the owner) for help in arranging rides from the Airport and in arranging trips and activities. You will get guaranteed, cheaper and safer experiences; you will be able to find your phone in case you lose it in the cab; you will not spend hours haggling for a cheaper price (a price Steve will likely still beat); you will know what to get and won't have surprises of not getting a snorkel or water during the trip after all. Don't: Look for better food elsewhere. Eat your meals at Pakachi. We tried restaurants up and down the beach and the food wasn't as great as at Pakachi. Pakachi had delicious food with great prices, fresh seafood and a nice mix of local and Western foods. Why make the hike elsewhere?
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Laura, Paris

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

Hôtel à taille humaine bien entretenu

Hôtel idéalement situé sur la plage, l'ensemble est propre et la piscine top pour se rafraîchir. Le personnel est aux petits soins en permanence. Nous avons passé un excellent séjour à la fois reposant mais aussi très enrichissant culturellement et humainement parlant
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Matt

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

Great hotel, good location, great Bar/Restaurant

Wonderful bungalow style rooms and hotel right on the beach. Spent 4 days here and overall had a wonderful experience and would gladly recommend to a friends and family. Pros; Great staff with spot on bar tending, great food menu with a rotating special menu that did change several times for the 4 days I was there, and all of this with the tables and bar overlooking a beautiful view of the beach. An owner who frequently was around and incredibly helpful in arranging activities when I asked (and not pushing an agenda like some other hotels I stayed at in Zanzibar), and great to have a beer and chat with in the evenings. Great ambiance, not too noisy and still close enough to hop over to other areas whether its Jozani, other beach areas for kite surfing, surfing or snorkeling. Cons: Not necessarily a con, but if you're looking for a party hotel, might stick to a big hotel or hostel type in Paje. Felt it was more a pro and not a con depending on what you want.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great location

Great location with friendly, helpful,ecofriendly owners and staff. Within walking distance of Paje Beach and kitesurfing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sanne

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

Kanon!

Mycket trevligt och mysigt ställe! Rekommenderas verkligen!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maurizio e Oana, Trento ITALY

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

Tranquillo resort,relax natura e oceano

Ottimo benvenuto, personale gentile,sorridente e disponibile sempre, anche il proprietario è sempre cortese e ha sempre buoni consigli sui luoghi da visitare. Il resort è a ridosso dell oceano, il bar ristorante vista oceano, situato leggermente in alto con vista magnifica, sempre pronto con la dovuta calma del posto. Servizi ecologici con acqua mista, salata e dolce insieme, per doccia e lavandino. Camere minimali ma molto romantiche, c è quello che serve mattina e lasciano sempre due bottiglie di acqua. Colazione con frutta mista del posto, succo, te, caffè, pane marmellata, a scelta uova o crepes, tutto sempre abbondante. Piccola piscina sempre pulita con acqua di mare. C è il wifi in zona bar e disponibile dalle 8 fino alla chiusura. Consigliato a chi cerca una vacanza rilassante e senza tanti fronzoli. Per noi è stato un soggiorno magnifico.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

ranghild

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bra o trevlig personal
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Olivier, Nantes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Hotel dans un très beau cadre.

Un séjour en famille de 5 jours (pour se reposer après un safari du coté d'Arusha) L'emplacement est magnifique. Beaucoup de fleurs. La piscine et le restaurant sont au bord de la plage. Le restaurant est très bon. Le petit déjeuner très copieux. Tous les jours les draps sont pliés d'un façon différente avec des fleurs pour les ornementer. Les lits sont très confortables. Les petits inconvénients : A marée basse, il faut marcher pour se baigner, mais c'est en fait plutôt pas mal. Les bungalows sont rustiques (c'est du ciment au sol). Ce genre de confort nous convient très bien d'autant plus qu'on a tendance à ramener du sable blanc accroché aux pieds dans le bungalow mais pour quelqu'un qui aime le luxe, ca peut être insuffisant. Le seul véritable inconvénient est que l'hotel utilise de l'eau de mer filtrée par un puits et donc qui est salée (moins que la mer, mais salée quand meme). Des bouteilles d'eau douce sont données pour se brosser les dents mais pour la piscine et les douches, c'est de l'eau salée.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities