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Villa Galawa

3.0 star property
Beach fun, near Jambiani Beach

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Interior
Front of property
Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden at Villa Galawa. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a manicure/pedicure, a massage, or a body scrub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a restaurant.

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 4120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Breakfast included
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Villa Galawa

Beach fun, near Jambiani Beach
Guests at this beach villa will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as barbecue grills and a picnic area. The villa provides a dining area and a sitting area, plus free WiFi and a refrigerator. A microwave, an electric kettle, and a ceiling fan are among the other amenities available to guests.
This villa offers 5 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and complimentary toiletries. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beachside massages

Pool/Spa

  • Beachside massages
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access

Dining

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets or service animals

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat tours nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 2 floors
  • 5 units
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle

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; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

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

Villa Galawa Jambiani
Galawa Jambiani
Villa Galawa Villa
Villa Galawa Jambiani
Villa Galawa Villa Jambiani

About the neighborhood

Located in Jambiani, this villa is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Jambiani Beach and Paje Beach. Kite Centre Zanzibar and Salaam Cave Aquarium are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Snorkeling and boat tours adventures can be found near the property.
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What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 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

Restaurants

  • ‪B4 Beach Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mr. Kahawa - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pishi Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Casa Coco - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pompetti Restaurant of Zanzibar - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Galawa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Villa Galawa?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Galawa?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Villa Galawa?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Villa Galawa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of USD 50 per vehicle applies.

Where is Villa Galawa located?

Situated in Jambiani, this beach villa is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Jambiani Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Kuza Cave and Swahili Cave. Kite Centre Zanzibar and Paje Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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