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New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel

2.0 star property
Beachfront, with outdoor pool

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Courtyard
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
Bed sheets
Steps from the ocean, this beachside hostel is perfect for sun-seekers. Lounge on the sand, snorkel, or join boat tours to nearby beaches. The property features indoor and outdoor pools, and 123 restaurant serves authentic local dishes.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
Exterior

On the beach

This hostel is located on the beach. Take advantage of the beach loungers and beach umbrellas at the white sand beach. Some on-site activities to enjoy while you're visiting include snorkeling and boat tours. Popular nearby activities worth checking out include windsurfing and fishing.

Beach
Beach

Room options

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Tomorrow

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Triple Room

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Ceiling fan
4 bathrooms
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 15
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory, 1 Twin Bed

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Shangani Post Office, Kenyatta Rd, Paje, Zanzibar, 3865

What's nearby

  • Paje Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bwejuu Beach - 1 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Jambiani Beach - 3 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Kuza Cave - 10 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 79 min drive

About this property

New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel

Hostel near Paje Beach
At New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel, you can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace, and a garden. This hostel is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach, sun loungers, and scuba diving. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, 123, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy onsite activities like boat tours and snorkeling. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and beach umbrellas
Room features
All guestrooms at New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel include amenities such as room service.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • 123

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Indoor pool
  • Lap pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10 PM
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); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 40.00 per vehicle (one way)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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Frequently asked questions

Does New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include exercise/lap pools.

Is New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 40.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Paje hostel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Paje Beach, Bwejuu Beach, and Maalum Cave Pool. Jambiani Beach and Kite Centre Zanzibar are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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