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Gaia Villas

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Nungwi Beach

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Outdoor pool
Garden
Cafe
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Outdoor pool

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Baobab Road, Nungwi, Zanzibar
  • Place, Nungwi Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kendwa Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium
    ‪20 min walk‬

Room options

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Double Room, Garden View, Poolside | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Double Room, Garden View, Poolside

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Nungwi

In Nungwi .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Nungwi Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Kendwa Beach with a stay at this Nungwi hotel. Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium and Nungwi Sunrise Point are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Nungwi Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kendwa Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Nungwi Sunrise Point - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 51 min drive - 20.8 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tam Tam Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪M&J Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kulinarium - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Corner - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Makofi Pizza Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Gaia Villas

3-star hotel near Nungwi Beach
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Gaia Villas also features an outdoor pool, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

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

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
Gaia Villas offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. A pillow menu is available. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Bathrooms include showers. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and hair dryers can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gaia Villas to the airport?

Gaia Villas is 40.9 mi (95-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Gaia Villas have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Gaia Villas.

How close is Gaia Villas to the beach?

This hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Nungwi Beach and 1 mi (11-min drive) from Kendwa Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Gaia Villas offer free breakfast?

Gaia Villas offers free full breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Gaia Villas?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Gaia Villas?

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

Is there free parking at Gaia Villas?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Gaia Villas have a pool?

Gaia Villas features an outdoor pool.

Does Gaia Villas have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Gaia Villas to downtown Nungwi?

Gaia Villas is 0.6 mi away from Nungwi.

Gaia Villas Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Padou, Likasi

Liked: Amenities
I will definitely came back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel within walking distance to the beach and restaurants. Staff were excellent and very helpful. Beautiful gardens around the hotel and pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashmira

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Gaia Villas in Zanzibar was absolutely incredible! From the moment we arrived, we felt completely at peace. The property is stunning—tucked away in a serene setting that makes you feel like you’ve found your own little paradise. It’s quiet, beautifully maintained, and the perfect place to relax and recharge. Tanya, the owner, personally greeted us and gave us a run down of the property and the town. She even arranged transport from the airport for us beforehand and gave us recommendations on excursions and things to do in the area. Isiah was also amazing. We loved talking to him everyday and also really appreciated his recommendations. One of the highlights was definitely the breakfast each morning. Everything was so fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared—it was the perfect start to our days. You could really taste the care and quality in every bite. The combination of the peaceful atmosphere, the welcoming vibe, and the amazing food made this stay unforgettable. I can’t recommend Gaia Villas highly enough and would return in a heartbeat!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I had a short stay but I loved how nestled I felt on the property grounds. If you are looking for a place that will give you peace and serenity, This is it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

hanne reidun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stort rom, huggelig personalet, god seng/pute, god frokost, stille, rent
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Jessica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Die Mitarbeiter waren super freundlich und hilfsbereit, ein wunderschöner Pool der 24/7 genutzt werden kann
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sinah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely breakfast, great tips for the area and a sweet host - we had an amazing time! Thanks for your flexibility!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un 10/10

Nos ha encantado. Quiero volver! Tan bonito, gente tan agradable, localizaciones perfecta!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super schöne Unterkunft, in der man den Urlaub perfekt genießen kann! Die Außenanlage inkl. Poolarea wirkte durch die vielen Pflanzen wie ein Paradies. Das Frühstück war sehr lecker und jeden Tag frisch sowie individuell zubereitet. Alle Angestellten waren zudem sehr freundlich und haben jeden Wunsch erfüllt. Tanya hat uns persönlich begrüßt und mit super wertvollen Tipps zur Umgebung ausgestattet. Lediglich die Bäder könnten modernisiert werden. Alles in allem jedoch ein top Preis-Leistungsverhältnis!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024