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Unguja Lodge

3.0 star property
Beachfront lodge with free breakfast and a coffee shop

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Unguja Lodge offers paradise surroundings and genuine hospitality. Guests enjoy a private beach, boat tours to nearby snorkeling spots, a coffee shop, and a garden. Free WiFi is available in public areas, creating a seaside retreat with multiple ways to unwind.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pool
  • On private beach
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning

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  • 20 sq m
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About the neighborhood

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Kizimkazi beach, Kizimkazi, Zanzibar

What's nearby

  • Kizimkazi Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kizimkazi Dimbani Mosque - 7 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Dimbani Beach - 7 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Mchangamble Beach - 21 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Jambiani Beach - 32 min drive - 18.6 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dining room, The Residence - ‬62 min drive
  • ‪Mnana Lodge - Bar - Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪jumbo restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pavilion Restaurant - ‬62 min drive
  • ‪Aya Beach Restaurant - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Unguja Lodge

Family-friendly lodge remodeled in 2025 and located near Kizimkazi Beach
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Unguja Lodge. With a private beach, sun loungers, and kayaking, this lodge is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a foosball table, and concierge services
  • Beach towels, luggage storage, and table tennis
  • A billiards/pool table, a front-desk safe, and water sports equipment
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as perks like safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Renovated entire property - August 2025

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, 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 available for USD 129.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 4 per person, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 129.0 per day

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
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

Unguja
Unguja Kizimkazi
Unguja Lodge
Unguja Lodge Kizimkazi
Unguja Hotel Kizimkazi
Unguja Lodge Zanzibar/Kizimkazi
Unguja Resort Kizimkazi
Unguja Lodge Zanzibar Island/Kizimkazi
Unguja Lodge Lodge
Unguja Lodge Kizimkazi
Unguja Lodge Lodge Kizimkazi

Frequently asked questions

Does Unguja Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Unguja Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Unguja Lodge?

Unguja Lodge doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Unguja Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Unguja Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Unguja Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 60 per vehicle applies.

Where is Unguja Lodge located?

This Kizimkazi lodge is on the beach, 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Kizimkazi Beach, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Jambiani Beach and Paje Beach. Menai Bay Beach is 22.2 mi (35.7 km) away.

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Unguja Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 12 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Guillaume

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is great for a retreat. The lodges are spaceful, with air and view, very unique. In addition, I especially enjoyed the service from the Manager Martin: I had told him I was arriving late and couple sandwiches were waiting at my room so that I wouldn't go to bed with an empty stomach. And I asked him to organize for me a fishing party which he did fantastically and for a very reasonable price. I went early morning an hour out from the coast fishing Tuna with good and experienced guys. We caught 2 big ones which was memorable for me. In two nights I felt I had a week break. Wonderful experience. And the double floor lodge would allow a good stay for a small family.

2/10 Terrible

SUJIN

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

My worst stay I ever had.

There were no ready to get customers. All the facilities at outdoor cannot even touch. They said there are renovation right now, but doesn’t feel it’s renovationing, just left unattended. The shower place was real jungle with wrotten shower head. And the beds were full of black dusts. We have checked in but couldn’t find other place to take a shower and sleep. And they said they are going to refund some of our stay fee but they don’t even answer my mails and chats. Please do not get excited with the photos they took.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Lena

Liked: Staff & service
Nice if you like solitude and being in nature, and don't mind "rustic". Big open air villas surrounded by trees (even a few baobabs), which are frequent by monkeys (including red colobus). Not so nice if you are used to excellence and attention to detail in everything. Resort is in need of TLC at a minimum or renovation at a maximum to make it worth the price. All of the cushions are either worn out or torn with the cotton pocking out or zippers not closing... I would not recommend booking any trips with them either, as all we had were mediocre at best. Not sure about diving, but would not recommend snorkeling unless you have your own equipment. My snorkel had to be cleared every 2 minutes. Our snorkel guide could barely swim, and the boat we were on had no basic safety equipment. The coral was nice but fish population is almost all gone due to overfishing. There was a fish trap on the bottom of our snorkeling area. Lots of trash along the shore. Our boat caught a fish line in the engine, and almost got into the exposed rocks during cleanup...Everyone working there was nice and trying to please us. Overall, wish we had better memories of the Zanzibar island.

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Setting was perfect. My room overlooked a pristine turquoise sea. Fisherman's boats drifted by. Dolphins on the horizon. Beautiful sunsets. Also it is located in a lovely jungle area with lots of wildlife so it felt rural and unspoiled. Food was great with lots of options catering to all sorts of diets.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
we spend 4 nights at the Unguja lodge at the beginning of jan. 2020 and hardly have been at a more beautiful, well kept and spectacular place in this world, although we traveled widely. this spot on cliffs above a sandy beach with turquoise waters in front of you, offers excellent cuisine, extremely friendly service. the outstanding architecture of the individual villas sets them so cleverly apart, that you have your own, completely undisturbed sunset and are surrounded by untouched jungles. the utmost experience you have dreamed about. we can highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Fréderic

Liked: Cleanliness

Bel hotel mais prestations pas au niveau

Les (+) : - hôtel très bien intégré à son environnement - des animaux sauvages en liberté : singes (curieux & joueurs) & hirax & dik dik … - possibilité de visiter Kizimkazi avec l’ancien responsable de la sécurité de l’hôtel - un staff souriant et aux petits soins – mentions spéciales pour le Centre de Plongée et (2) la cuisinière Les (-) : - villa bruyante (n°1) : appel & prière du Muezzin (5h du matin) et restaurant (bruit de vaisselles le soir) - un robinet d’arrivée d’eau de douche qui conduit l’électricité : problème de sécurité (risque d’électrocution) + une journée pour la réparation (4 relances et 1 fausse réparation) + 1 journée sans douche pour éviter un accident : notre décision et non celle du staff - sortie dauphins organisée par le Centre de plongée : une trentaine de bateaux tournants autour d’un groupe de dauphins. Indigne du positionnement de l’hôtel. - Un manque de communication. Ex :participation à la caisse du village pour la visite à régler à l’hôtel (et non au guide => double paiement), demandes de taxi renouvelée à 3 reprises… Ces remarques (en dehors de la communication) ont été partagées avec le manageur hollandais qui nous a expliqué comment cela aurait dû se passer : (1) absence de bruit dans notre villa, (2) réparation rapide et (3) briefing avant départ de la sortie dauphins et retour immédiat en cas d’affluence trop importante.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Terrific intimate place to rest. Team goes out of its way to make your stay memorable. Scuba diving was easy and within a 5 minutes boat ride to many of the 29 dive areas.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Katharina, Deutschland

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

ein kleines Paradies

Wir waren zur Nebensaison auf Zanzibar und zunächst die einzigen Gäste der Lodge. Der Empfang und Service über den ganzen Aufenthalt hinweg war sehr aufmerksam und zuvorkommend, auch als weitere Gäaste kamen. Wir haben uns geradezu verwöhnt gefühlt. Die Lodge ist in Villas aufgeteilt, die den Gästen sehr viel Privatsphäre geben. Von den Nachbarn sind sie kaum einsehbar, viele mit Blick aufs Meer, sehr geräumig und überwiegend offen, d.h. bis auf das abschließbare Schlafzimmer befinden sich alle Räume unter einem hohen Dach aus Palmenblättern (?), man ist also z.B. beim Duschen quasi draußen. Manchmal kommen Affen oder Vögel vorbei, man muss also ein bisschen auf seine Sachen achten und sie im Schlafzimmer einschließen. Alles in der Lodge ist aus Naturmaterialien, es fiel direkt auf, dass kein Plastik zu sehen war. Der Service ist gut durchdacht, unauffällig und unaufdringlich wird z.B. früh morgens eine Kanne heißes Wasser vorbeigebracht, so dass man vor dem Frühstück schon mal einen Tee im Bett trinken kann. Eine Tauchschule, bei der man verschiedene Aktivitäten buchen kann, ist ebenfalls angeschlossen. Insgsamt wunderschön, die Villa wie die gemeinsamen Bereiche (Pool, Restaurant, Liegen und Sessel direkt an der Küste) sehr angenehm und komfortabel. Das Team kümmerte sich hervorragend und bereitete uns kleine Überraschungen, als sie erfuhren, dass wir auf Hochzeitsreise da sind.Perfekter Service also. Eine hunderprozentige Weiterempfehlung.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Emma

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

Charming, comfortable lodge in a beautiful area

We loved our stay at this charming, comfortable lodge in Kizimkazi. It was quiet when we stayed which meant we had the place almost to ourselves. It felt like a private resort! Our villa and the view from our veranda was spectacular. The room was comfortable and had everything we needed. The villa came with it's own wildlife... the cheeky blacktail monkeys hanging out to see if we'd leave something lying around for them to sample, but fortunately we'd been well advised by the staff not to feed them! The pool area was great, well maintained and has clean towels on each sunbed every morning. The on-site dive center was very good, very useful. We did a Discovery dive with Sied, who was very knowledgeable, patient and reassuring. We also did the Dolphin trip which was incredible. The dive team are all very respectful of the ocean environment and the dolphins, which we appreciated. The hotel staff were all excellent. A real credit to the manager Martien. To food was great too, though lunch was sometimes expensive, we were too relaxed to care! Would highly recommend this hotel to anyone who want to relax and enjoy this beautiful area of the island.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Bryan & sharon , uk

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

Hidden Gem

This hotel is a hidden gem which we would love to keep quite about but the lodge itself and staff deserve every bit of praise we could possibly give them. All the staff are so friendly and attentive to detail that you could not ask for anything more from them. The owner clearly takes pride in his business and spends time making sure your stay is the best it could possibly be and that your every need is cared for. The food is absolutely amazing and some of the best dishes I have ever tasted. The dive centre are so accommodating and put your worries at ease with their knowledge and understanding of the surrounding seas. We actually got engaged there and I could not of asked for a better setting than the one we had. We plan to revisit in the future. The lodge is amazing and a place that deserves only the highest praise.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lovely Unguja

A little piece of paradise - enormous, comfortable villas with amazing views across the ocean and the added excitement of extremely cheeky monkeys swinging through your room in the morning and trying to nick your sunglasses! Great food and lovely staff - thank you for a super stay.

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