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Pili Pili House

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront lodge near Jambiani Beach

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A pathway surrounded by lush tropical vegetation leading to a beach.
Standard Double Room, Partial Ocean View | Terrace/patio
A beachside lounge with a thatched roof, white chairs, and a wooden deck overlooking the ocean.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a view of the sea.
A bed with a canopy, a colorful pillow, and a wooden headboard.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Kibigija, Jambiani
  • Place, Jambiani Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kuza Cave
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Paje Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, Garden View

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a view of the sea.

Double Room, Garden View

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Economy Double Room, Balcony

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a view of the sea.

Economy Double Room, Balcony

  • Garden view
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A poolside area with lounge chairs and a view of the sea.

Triple Room

  • Ocean view
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A poolside area with lounge chairs and a view of the sea.

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Partial Ocean View

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a view of the sea.

Standard Double Room, Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Jambiani

On the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of the lodge, you'll find Jambiani Beach and Kuza Cave. Paje Beach and Swahili Cave are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kuza Cave - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Paje Beach - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Pingwe Beach - 20 min drive - 13.4 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beach Boheme - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪B4 Beach Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kisiwa on the Beach - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪BAHARI Pizza-Restaurant-Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Your Zanzibar Place - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Pili Pili House

3-star beachfront lodge near Jambiani Beach
Pili Pili House offers its guests 10 outdoor swimming pools. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and dry cleaning/laundry services are also featured at Pili Pili House. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

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

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Pili Pili House offers 6 accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 10 outdoor pools
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 10 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Games
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Kibigija N°26]
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from November 24 2025 to July 31 2027 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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 40 per vehicle (one-way)

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

You need to know

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 and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Pili Pili House Lodge
Pili Pili House Jambiani
Pili Pili House Lodge Jambiani

Frequently asked questions

How close is Pili Pili House to the airport?

Pili Pili House is 34 mi (80-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Pili Pili House have an airport shuttle?

Pili Pili House offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 40 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Pili Pili House to the beach?

This lodge is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Pili Pili House offer free breakfast?

Pili Pili House offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Pili Pili House?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Pili Pili House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Pili Pili House?

Free parking is not available at this lodge.

Does Pili Pili House have a pool?

Pili Pili House features 10 outdoor pools.

Does Pili Pili House have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Pili Pili House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Pili Pili House to downtown Jambiani?

Pili Pili House is 0.6 mi away from Jambiani.