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Lala Hostel

2.0 star property
Travelers begin each morning with a tasty continental breakfast before setting out to explore Stone Town and the exotic wonders of Zanzibar Island

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Lala Hostel in central Stone Town offers a comfy retreat with free in-room WiFi for planning or connecting with home. The staff excels in helping guests navigate the island, providing concierge services and tour bookings to maximize Zanzibar adventures.

Reviews

4.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Standard Room, City View | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, City View

  • City view
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Shared Dormitory, 1 Twin Bed | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, 1 Twin Bed

  • City view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Lala Hostel is in Stone Town, a neighborhood in Zanzibar Town. Freddie Mercury Museum and People's Palace Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kidichi Spice Farm and Sea Cliff Golf Course. Kariakoo Amusement Park and Siso Spice Farm are also worth visiting. Visit our Zanzibar Town travel guide
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534 Benghan St, Zanzibar Town

What's nearby

  • House of Wonders
    House of Wonders
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Old Fort
    Old Fort
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Forodhani Gardens
    Forodhani Gardens
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Slave Market
    Slave Market
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nakupenda Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Forodhani Park
    6 min walk
  • Lukmaan Restaurant
    5 min walk
  • Livingstone Beach Restaurant
    4 min walk
  • House of Karafuu
    4 min walk
  • Maru Maru Terrace Restaurant
    4 min walk

About this property

Lala Hostel

Hostel located in Stone Town
Lala Hostel provides free continental breakfast and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Concierge services and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Lala Hostel offer perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 and cash

Frequently asked questions

Is Lala Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Lala Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Lala Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at Lala Hostel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Lala Hostel located?

Located in Stone Town, this hostel is steps from Marahubi Palace, People's Palace Museum, and Mbweni Ruins. Freddie Mercury Museum and Jaw's Corner are just steps away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Lala Hostel Reviews

4.0

5.0

Cleanliness

2.0

Location

3.0

Staff & service

3.0

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

Reviews

Verified

2/10 Terrible

aurelie

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

Arnaque, horrible, à fuire, déception totale

Accueil horrible, aucune sympathie, pas de fenêtres dans la chambre!!! Réservation pas pris en compte donc on a du payer deux fois c'est une arnaque complète, sol salé, prise ne fonctionne pas, moustiquaire trouée de partout donc inutile, odeur bizarre humidité, petit déjeuner horrible, attendu 1h pour voir un responsable pour la réservation. À fuire!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Luca

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Simple, nice and central hotel with new furnitures

Nice location, super central. Clean and comfortable room with private bath. Half guesthouse and hostel. Staff not particularly warm. It as a pity that the breakfast is not included in the price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018