Unguja Lodge

3.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Private beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Bar (on property)
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Kizimkazi beach, Kizimkazi, Zanzibar
  • Place, Kizimkazi Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Dimbani Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Mchangamble Beach
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪77 min drive‬

Room options

Sea View Villa

  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Back Row Sea View Villa

  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Sea View Family House

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Unguja Lodge

Beachfront lodge with free breakfast and a coffee shop
At Unguja Lodge, relax by an outdoor pool or hit the private sand beach where you can enjoy kayaking.
Unguja Lodge offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated accommodations have separate sitting areas. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hair dryers. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include a private beach and an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at Unguja Lodge, you'll be within walking distance of Kizimkazi Beach. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and an outdoor pool are available.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi in some public areas
  • Drinking and dining options include a coffee shop, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Onsite recreation includes a private beach and kayaking
  • 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Kizimkazi Beach and 13.8 mi (22.1 km) from Jambiani Beach
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the sand beach. Enjoy the umbrellas and sun loungers for a relaxing day at the beach.

Free breakfast is available daily. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This beach lodge also offers an outdoor pool, a garden, and a terrace. A complete renovation of Unguja Lodge was completed in August 2025.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Kizimkazi lodge.

Guests are served free buffet breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Unguja Lodge has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return 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 cot
  • 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 organised tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Renovated entire property - August 2025

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Unguja Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 129.0 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 4 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Unguja Lodge offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation 72 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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