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Pili Pili Nautica

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Paje Beach

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A beach resort with a swimming pool, white sand, turquoise water, and palm trees.
A wooden deck with a hanging chair and a bathtub overlooking a beach.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a ceiling fan, and a bookshelf.
A sign for 'Pilipili Sunrise' with a tropical backdrop including banana leaves and a wooden fence.
A beachfront hotel with a large balcony and a swimming pool.

Reviews

2.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Jambiani Kibigija, Jambiani, Unguja South Region
  • Place, Kuza Cave
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Jambiani Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Kuza Cave
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Economy Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two windows with blinds, a ceiling fan, a painting on the wall, and a bedside table with a bottle and glasses.

Economy Room

  • Ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

A room with a bed, a table with glasses, a shelf with bottles, and a view of the ocean.

Standard Room

  • Ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A wooden deck with a lounge chair, a dining table with chairs, and a view of the sea.

Deluxe Room

  • Ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

A room with a view of the ocean, a wooden table with fruit and glasses, and a patterned sofa.

Standard Room

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A compact living space with a dining area, a small kitchen, and a wardrobe with a mirror.

Deluxe Room

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Room

A neatly made bed with a rolled towel, a floral pillow, and a headboard with a wooden finish.

Superior Room

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Jambiani

In Jambiani .Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Jambiani Beach and Kuza Cave. Also, Kuza Cave is within half a mile (1 km) and Swahili Cave is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Kuza Cave - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Jambiani Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kuza Cave - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Paje Beach - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mapacha - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shanga Paje - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Paje By Night - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Beach Boheme - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Africana's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Pili Pili Nautica

3-star hotel near Paje Beach
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Jambiani hotel is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Pili Pili Nautica offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This Jambiani hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from October 5 2025 to December 31 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Pili Pili Nautica

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 12.00 percent will be charged

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

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
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.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Pili Pili Nautica Hotel
Pili Pili Nautica Jambiani
Pili Pili Nautica Hotel Jambiani

Frequently asked questions

How close is Pili Pili Nautica to the airport?

Pili Pili Nautica is 33.6 mi (74-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Pili Pili Nautica have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Pili Pili Nautica.

How close is Pili Pili Nautica to the beach?

This hotel is a short 8-minute walk from Jambiani Beach and 2.2 mi (6-min drive) from Paje Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Pili Pili Nautica offer free breakfast?

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

Is there a casino at Pili Pili Nautica?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Pili Pili Nautica?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Pili Pili Nautica?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Pili Pili Nautica have a pool?

Pili Pili Nautica features an outdoor pool.

Does Pili Pili Nautica have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Pili Pili Nautica have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Pili Pili Nautica to downtown Jambiani?

Pili Pili Nautica is 0.8 mi away from Jambiani.

Pili Pili Nautica Reviews

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2.0
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 1 reviews

2.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mauvaise expérience

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025