Boutique hotel holiday rentals in Tanzania

We stayed in Paje at this very cozy villa, and it was exactly what we needed: walking distance from the beach and nice spots/restaurants/activities. Paolo was very responsive and helpful in the weeks leading up to our stay. The best part of our stay was the pool and the staff that works there; they serve home-made meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner and their cooking is delicious. They’re very welcoming and offer an added value to the regular airbnb experience.

Dear Julia, It was a pleasure to stay in hodi hodi. The place was fresh and felt private. It’s on a quit part of the island. Simon was great with the welcoming and arranging everything perfectly. I came to putrefy ! Simon arranged daily fresh coconuts and papaya ! I loved it. Grateful for making it possible. The rooms where fresh and very clean. The towels smelled like fresh flowers. It felt like being alone on on a island ! Good communication, Good accommodation, Good memories ! All fresh and pure ! Loved it ! Thank you for creating this beautiful place ! Many more people will spend a great time at hodi hodi !

Very beautiful room with probably the best we of the hotel. The open window view on the palm trees makes it very special. The room is very spacious and the bed very comfortable. The staff is really nice and there is always someone to help you if you need something. The location is very quiet and it's only a 5 minutes walk to the Beach. The only drawback is that water in the room was not always available. We stayed 5 night and we would stay again. Thank you for hosting us.

It was a very pleasant stay. We were the only guests, as in the low season. The staff was very friendly.

The hotels location is wonderful, there are many palm trees and the beach is simply splendid. The staff was extremely helpful and kind, if there is anything that you would like, ask and they will try their best to meet your demands. The internet is only accessible from the bar, but I personally spend my time swimming in the lovely sea and making the most of Zanzibar. I recommend that you participate in the tours to various islands and towns. I am definitely planning to return to Coral Reef hotel in the future.

Fleur was a lovely host! She and her team are very welcoming and warm! She gave us tips to discover Zanzibar. We went with a bike to the villages near Jambiani and discovered a secret place! Wow! The rooms are very big, clean and cosy, just like the rest. We enjoyed the pool very much. The restaurant just opened, with delicious food. We tried different foods in Jambiani, but the food at Zanzistar was the best. Very tasty! Thank you for feeling at home! Keep up the good work! Greetings Bart and Julia

We had a great stay in Paje Hotel. The garden is so beautiful and the rooms simple but very nice. Only for the last night we had to change our room to one upstairs. This one was not so nice (no working aircon, not much daylight and you could hear the neighbors very well). We preferred the rooms downstairs. But all in all we enjoyed our stay alot.

Zanzistar is a very beautifully styled small guesthouse - very colourful and tropical in the day, and candlelit and very atmospheric in the evening. The rooms in the family house are similarly gorgeously designed and are spacious and very clean - Zanzistar is such an aesthetically pleasing place to stay! Fleur and her team are very personable and hugely helpful in every matter, and the food and drinks are some of the best we had in Zanzibar. Jambiani itself is an incredibly idyllic beach and much quieter than other parts of Zanzibar - in short a wonderful place to stay if you wish to be further off the tourist trail!

The room we had was quite warm as the ventilation was not good. When we inquired from the staff if a better ventilated room might be available they told us we needed to contact Elena. They could make no changes without her approval. I knew Elena was out of the country due to a family situation. I messaged her but did not expect a response and accepted the situation without complaint. We did not ask for air conditioning, simply inquired if a different room might be available. So keep this in mind that you may find the temperature uncomfortable.

I enjoyed my stay so much that I opted to extend! It’s a very comfortable room, beautiful bathroom, and the proximity to the beach was fantastic for rolling out of bed and into sunrise meditations. Chantale was very helpful and went above and beyond to connect me to resources I needed. I would caution just that there’s quite a bit of construction going on now (July ‘23). It was mostly white noise to me, but as a guest I’d want to be aware of it, if sensitive to that sort of commotion. The WiFi was also fairly inconsistent—I’d recommend at sim card for internet needs.

Loved this place. It’s not down town, for you guys wondering about that, but the Masaki area is amazing if you want to chill and have it a little bit more quiet around you. And don’t get me wrong, you don’t have to be bored: the best night clubs are just around the corner. And Coco Beach. Not the most beautiful beach in Dar, but lively and friendly. If you book a room with Velisa you get the best vegetarian food in town, air condition, safety and the sweetest people. I highly recommend it. ❤️

We went 2 nights of our trip to simone and her family's house, and the truth is that it was fantastic. A hospitable people, they welcome you with open arms, they advised us of places to go, and the breakfast was great. very clean rooms and bathrooms and a re relax area, and great pool. thank you and we will see each other again

This accomodation in Jambiani is just the perfect place to relax. It is located directly on the beach and the view is amazing. It is a very quiet place which is exactly what I have been looking for. The staff is so so friendly and helpful and you will always get a smile. They are happy to give advice on what excursions to do, but don't try to persuade you to book various tours, which I personally really liked. The food is delicious and varied. A personal plus for me was that it has been easy to get vegetarian/vegan dishes and the guys in the kitchen have been very flexible :) Asanteni sana marafiki zangu. Nitakuja tena!

I had a smooth time in Zanzibar. This was my first time ever booking on Airbnb and I indeed loved the stay. Ginie, who was the host around was very friendly and assisted a lot during my stay. It is a walking distance from the Ferry and safe to walk balk home from the main road even after a night out. Loved every detail of it and look forward to staying there again after Ramadhan when I visit Zanzibar.

Hubert is just fantastic. I came to Moshi to climb Kilimanjaro, and he immediately connected me with an organizer who made the trip happen the very next day and at a very reasonable price. The rooms are basic but contain everything you need, with an on-site bar and restaurant. If you need to arrange anything, like transport or picking up supplies, Hubert is very quick and helpful. The hotel is located very close to the town centre, making it easy to find and get around.

Patrick was very helpful! When you check in Baby Bush Lodge, it is like an enormous Treehouse. We even saw a Baby Bush :) Service was great, also the food was fine. The price of the room is affordable and thats what you get: You don‘t get a stunning bedroom, but it is absolutely fine for that price. We had a wonderful stay!

Best place to stay in Zanzibar! Gays here are great and very helpful, we will definitely come back<3

Quiet compound located just off a main road. Close enough drive to city center and beach areas. The rooms were perfectly cleaned and check in was easy. Very secure and the guard was kind enough to wash our car very thoroughly. Garden is spacious, good for kids to play and burn off some energy. Breakfast was tasty. Would stay again if in Tanga.

Everything about staying at Ibrah's was fantastic. Ibrah is extremely kind and does everything he can to help his guests. Ibrah even helped me get in touch with local students who helped me conduct a research project. Excellent meals (vegetarian being provided upon request) were made by Hussain, who was always around to help out with anything. While not fancy, Ibrah's is safe, comfortable, and quiet. Getting to downtown Moshi is only a short bus ride away. I highly recommend staying at Ibrah's if you are coming to Moshi.

Patricks place was a great deal & what you would expect for the price. Ideal for backpackers & budget travelers. Patrick & his staff were super friendly. Our family of 4 rented 2 rooms for 1 night with the option to extend. My husband had an early AM appointment on that side of the island, so we decided to stay the night nearby. We would've extended & enjoyed another day at he beach had it had Air Conditioning. (I guess I hadn't read the full description on the listing) however, for the price, I should've known. Thankfully, we were comfortable enough to sleep the night with the fan. It is located up on the hill & there are many steps, so pack light & not handicap accessible. You can see & hear the ocean with a beautiful breeze on the deck. It's a cute Tree House style place with an actual tree house. They do offer breakfast in the morning, although we did not eat there. It is right across from the beautiful beach with easy access. Beach bars & restaurants within walking distance.

Highly recommended! I loved staying at Nicole’s place. I was there a whole month and really enjoyed everything. The room was clean and nice, stuff was super friendly and helpful. Any small problem was resolved immediately. Wifi is excellent, I needed it for my work. I will come back for sure. Location great / close to the markets and beach. Thank you for everything!