Babalao Bungalows – Stay in Nungwi, Zanzibar
About the Hotel
2-minute walk from Nungwi Beach, outdoor pool and garden bungalows
Accommodations
Babalao Bungalows offers family rooms and deluxe double rooms with air conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden views. Each room includes a terrace with outdoor furniture, a safety deposit box, and daily housekeeping. Room types include the Deluxe Family Room, Deluxe Double Room, and Standard Twin Room, all with mosquito nets and ceiling fans.
Amenities & Facilities
The property features a year-round outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers and beach chairs, plus a sun terrace and lush garden with shared lounge areas. Babalao Bungalows provides free WiFi throughout, board games and puzzles, and a 24-hour front desk with express check-in/check-out and luggage storage. Additional facilities include a laundry service, ironing, and a paid airport shuttle service to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport.
Dining
The on-site restaurant serves a continental à la carte breakfast each morning with fresh pastries, pancakes, and fruits, with no set time limit for breakfast. Lunch and dinner are available with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, plus a bar serving wine and champagne. Special diet menus can be arranged, and breakfast can be served in the room upon request.
Location & Surroundings
Babalao Bungalows is located 150 yards from Nungwi Beach, a 2-minute walk, and 61 km from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. Nearby attractions include
Activities & Wellness
Guests can enjoy bicycle rental, darts, and evening entertainment with live music performances and themed dinner nights at the hotel. On-site wellness services include back massage, foot massage, full body massage, and head massage using a massage chair. A paid airport shuttle and tour desk help organize excursions such as snorkeling, dolphin watching, and sandbank visits.
Highlights
Location: 2-minute walk to Nungwi Beach
Rooms: Family rooms with air conditioning and garden views
Dining: Continental à la carte breakfast with no time limit
Wellness: On-site massage treatments (foot, full body, head)
Entertainment: Themed dinner nights and live music
Additional: Year-round outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi
Must-do experiences
- Snorkel with turtles at Nungwi Beach for unforgettable encounters.
- Try the seafood platter at the nearby Fisherman's Restaurant.
- Visit the Tazari Caves for stunning views and rich local history.
- Explore the Nungwi Village for a glimpse of traditional Swahili culture.
- Catch a sunset at Kendwa Rocks for a magical beachfront experience.
Select your room type
- Double Room2 persons25 m²1 King-size bedAir conditioningShowerroom details
- Standard Twin Room2 persons25 m²2 Single bedsAir conditioningShowerroom details
- Deluxe Single Room2 persons20 m²1 Single bedAir conditioningShowerroom details
Price and Room Availability Calendar
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Off-site car park
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Horseback riding
- Darts
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Public parking is possible at a location nearby for free.
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Children
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
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