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JOY OF ZANZIBAR

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel with free breakfast

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
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Exterior
Standard Double Room | Travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Michamvi, Michamvi, 72-111
  • Place, Pingwe Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Michamvi Kae Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Dongwe Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room | Travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room | Travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | Travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • 391 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Michamvi

On the beach.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Michamvi hotel, you'll find Pingwe Beach and Michamvi Kae Beach. Dongwe Beach and Bwejuu Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Pingwe Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Michamvi Kae Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Dongwe Beach - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Bwejuu Beach - 11 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Paje Beach - 18 min drive - 11.3 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bali Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kae Beach Restoraunt - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Abdi’s Place - Best Restaurant In Zanzibar - ‬10 min drive
  • kae funk sunset beach bar
  • Zanzi Bar

About this property

JOY OF ZANZIBAR

3-star beachfront hotel with free breakfast
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 available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at JOY OF ZANZIBAR. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Michamvi hotel.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
JOY OF ZANZIBAR offers 15 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. This Michamvi hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Exterior
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  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, 3 reviews
$80 nightly
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Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Travel crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered 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

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 30 for check-in between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from August 19 2024 to November 30 2024 (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

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

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.

  • Late check-in fee: USD 30 for check-in between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM

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; cash is not accepted
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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

Property is also known as

JOY OF ZANZIBAR Hotel
JOY OF ZANZIBAR Michamvi
JOY OF ZANZIBAR Hotel Michamvi

Frequently asked questions

How close is JOY OF ZANZIBAR to the airport?

JOY OF ZANZIBAR is 40.2 mi (90-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does JOY OF ZANZIBAR have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at JOY OF ZANZIBAR.

How close is JOY OF ZANZIBAR to the beach?

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

Does JOY OF ZANZIBAR offer free breakfast?

JOY OF ZANZIBAR offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at JOY OF ZANZIBAR?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at JOY OF ZANZIBAR?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at JOY OF ZANZIBAR?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does JOY OF ZANZIBAR have a pool?

JOY OF ZANZIBAR features an outdoor pool.

Does JOY OF ZANZIBAR have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does JOY OF ZANZIBAR have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is JOY OF ZANZIBAR to downtown Michamvi?

JOY OF ZANZIBAR is 1 mi away from Michamvi.

JOY OF ZANZIBAR Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lada

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff but everything takes time- pole pole. Downside is that they do not take care of the beach in front of the property. Stairs to the beach are broken apparently for many months. Otherwise nice stay, resort grounds are being clean every day.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luther

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our first time at Zanzibar and this hotel was amazing. Perfect for couple!