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Lala Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Zanzibar Town with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Property entrance
Standard Room, City View | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Interior
Interior
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
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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

Standard Room, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 13 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Basic Shared Dormitory, 1 Twin Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
534 Benghan St, Zanzibar Town

What's nearby

  • Shangani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Old Fort - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Forodhani Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Slave Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Forodhani Park - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪House of Karafuu - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬5 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:
  • Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • 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

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

Property is also known as

Lala Hostel Zanzibar Town
Lala Zanzibar Town
Lala Hostel Zanzibar Island/Stone Town
Lala Hostel Zanzibar Town
Lala Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Lala Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Is Lala Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lala Hostel?

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 People's Palace Museum, Marahubi Palace, and Mbweni Ruins. Freddie Mercury Museum and Jaw's Corner are just steps away.

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