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Hostel 197

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and decorative wall art. - Hostel 197 (Nungwi)
A group of people sitting on wooden benches under a thatched roof, with a rustic wooden interior and a visible menu board. - Hostel 197 (Nungwi)
A wooden porch with a thatched roof, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors. - Hostel 197 (Nungwi)
A wooden vanity with a mirror, a vase with cotton plants, and a bottle. - Hostel 197 (Nungwi)
A short walk from Nungwi Beach, Hostel 197 provides free continental breakfast, a firepit, and a coffee shop/cafe. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, as well as activities like volleyball and beach yoga. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a decorative wall hanging, and a window with a view.

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bunk bed room with wooden ladders, a bedside table, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Shared Dormitory

  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a decorative wall hanging, and a window with a view.

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and three wall-mounted decorative plates.

Triple Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Nungwi is home to Hostel 197. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nungwi Beach and Kendwa Beach. Baraka Natural Aquarium and Zanzibar Kilosa's Conservation are also worth visiting. Visit our Nungwi travel guide
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Nungwi Beach, Nungwi, 73107

What's nearby

  • A beach with wooden chairs and tables, a rope barrier, and several boats on turquoise water.
    Nungwi Beach
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A calm sea at sunset with a boat and a pier on the right.
    Kendwa Beach
    6 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Zanzibar Horse Club
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Baraka Natural Aquarium
    4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)
    97 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tam Tam Restaurant
    5 min walk
  • Restaurant Kendwa Rocks
    7 min drive
  • M&J Cafe
    10 min walk
  • Promenade Main Restaurant
    5 min drive
  • Che Bar Zanzibar
    4 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Books
  • Games
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property from January to December; the rest of the year they are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 45 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 7)

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Property Registration Number NR.A.182049.2025

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from January to December
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted from January to December
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Hostel 197 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Hostel 197 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hostel 197?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hostel 197?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Hostel 197 provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 45 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hostel 197 located?

Situated in Nungwi, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Zanzibar Horse Club, Nungwi Beach, and Kendwa Beach. Baraka Natural Aquarium and Zanzibar Kilosa's Conservation are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Hostel 197 Reviews

8.6

Excellent

10

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was excellent and the staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. It was a really enjoyable experience and I’d happily stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can’t recommend this hostel enough… almost felt like home away from home. Beautiful clean and such a friendly place to spend few days.. loved the restaurant and all the food options. Chef Saad is very passionate about his cooking. The tours offered here are all amazing… great way to break ice. The location is unbeatable… walk down 2 min and you are on the beach!!!absolutely loved this place! My first hostel experience and I was told that they set the bar really high. So if available don’t wait a sec… book it!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
La chambre est spacieuse et agréable, mais il manque quelques équipements pratiques pour ranger ses affaires. La salle de bain pourrait également être mieux aménagée : un petit pot ou support pour poser les brosses à dents serait appréciable. Enfin, une seule serviette est fournie ; il serait préférable d’en avoir une deuxième, notamment pour le visage. Le personnel est très aimable, attentionné et disponible. Un grand merci à Jojo pour son accueil chaleureux et son aide à chaque besoin ou question. Une personne vraiment très serviable et agréable ! L’ambiance du lieu est très agréable et conviviale. L’établissement propose de nombreuses activités ainsi que des soirées, ce qui permet de profiter pleinement du séjour.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026