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New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel

2.0 star property
Beachfront hostel near Paje Beach

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A swimming pool with a person swimming, surrounded by thatched-roof huts and palm trees.
A beachside area with thatched umbrellas, wooden seating, and tropical plants.
Courtyard
On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
A room with two beds, one with a canopy and one without. There is a wooden chair and a small table.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Shangani Post Office, Kenyatta Rd, Paje, Zanzibar, 3865
  • Place, Paje Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bwejuu Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Maalum Cave Pool
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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A room with two beds, one with a canopy and one without. There is a wooden chair and a small table.

Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A room with a checkered floor, a bed with a mosquito net, and a wooden chair.

Triple Room

  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Paje

On the beach.Stay at this Paje hostel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Paje Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Bwejuu Beach. Maalum Cave Pool and Kite Centre Zanzibar are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Paje Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bwejuu Beach - 1 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Maalum Cave Pool - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Jambiani Beach - 3 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mr. Kahawa - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Mapacha - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Shanga Paje - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Corner, Cafe And Bbq - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Beach Boheme - ‬3 min drive

About this property

New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel

Beachfront hostel near Paje Beach
Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities like umbrellas and sun loungers. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel like an outdoor pool and an indoor pool.

Free breakfast is served daily. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach hostel also offers a garden and a terrace. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Paje hostel.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Local cuisine breakfast (free)
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel offers 16 accommodations with ceiling fans. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Indoor pool
  • Lap pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10 PM
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 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 40.00 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel to the airport?

New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel is 31.4 mi (78-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 40.00 per vehicle, one way.

How close is New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel to the beach?

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

Does New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel offer free breakfast?

New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel offers free local cuisine breakfast every day from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel have a pool?

New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel features an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Does New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel have a restaurant?

New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel is home to 123, which features local and international cuisine.

Does New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel to downtown Paje?

New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel is 0.3 mi away from Paje.

New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 12 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Linda Therese

Liked: Staff & service
No aircondition, but s fan in the roof. That didn’t help when the power was off… it was too hot.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

pierre

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

Magnifique

J’ai passer un super séjour ! L’accueil était top, les hôtes gentilles et respectueux. J’ai pu pendant ce mois de ramadan partager les repas avec eux ça fait chaud au cœur. Merci pour tout à très bientôt
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Closed to the beach

The place was closed to the beach, just behind a hotel, 2 min by walking. It has a swimming pool. The room were real, natural bungalows. The water was weak when you get shower. Dining area was great, big and relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rasmus Sehested

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

Amazing staff

Amazingly friendly staff, beautiful area, 50m from the beach, nice pool, close to the city, clean bungalows and a nice bar.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

Not for solo travellers

Looks nothing like the photos. Pool was dirty and the girl "running" the reception was so uninterested in anything and barely smiled once. Was empty most of my stay and not comfortable for a single female traveller. Breakfast was not good, was just fruit and an egg. I wasn't able to fully open the door of my room because there was an extra bed in there that was supposed to be removed, but was not. Ashtrays around the pool looked like they had not been emptied for a month.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Bien que le personnel fut sympathique, Je n'ai pas été charmé par les lieux.Manque de caractère, assez impersonnel. Pr des courts séjours (2 ou 3 jours max) ça dépanne.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Les +: Une sortie pour aller voir le coucher du soleil nous a été proposée gratuitement par le staff. Design des bungalows sympa à voir (de l'extérieur). Le petit déjeuner est en libre service, bien qu’il ne soit pas très varié mais copieux. Les -: - Accueil hautain et froid. - Ménage mal fait, les bungalows sont poussiéreux. - Tâches de sang sur les moustiquaires - Beaucoup de trou dans les moustiquaires, nous avons demandé à la changer, ils nous ont ramené la même qu'ils ont lavé il y avait toujours les mêmes trous!! - Impossible de dormir sans vider un flacon d'insecticide dans la chambre. - Nous sommes restés 8 jours, et la piscine n'a été nettoyée qu'une fois, des bestioles flottent à la surface. - L'hôtel est proche d'un bar qui met fort la musique vendredi et samedi. Impossible de dormir avant 3h du matin. L'eau est vendue plus chère qu'en bord de mer. - Si on vous sert le dîner sur la terasse de votre bungalow, personne ne vient débarrasser. Les restes sont mangés par les chiens de l'hôtel et les oiseaux au petit matin. - Les poubelles laissées sur la terrasse du bungalow ne sont pas vidées tous les jours. - Les restaurants et autre activités sont toutes située sur la plage. Pour rentrer le soir, les rues qui vont a l'hôtel sont vides et partiellement éclairées. - Et enfin l'hôtel ne tient tellement pas les comptes que nous avons dû rappeler a la fin ce que nous avons consommé pendant le séjour.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rikke

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

Fine bungalows

Gode og rummelige bungalows med fine faciliteter på hotellet såsom pool, Beach volley og restaurant. Dog var der få mennesker og ikke så meget stemning i fællesområderne. Dog skal det siges, at vi var der i lavsæson.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

REGINALDO

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

padrão africa, sem processos de qualidade!

Existe uma boa vontade , porem , ainda falta muito! O local e espaço estão numa área privilegiada, pertinho da praia e de uma barraca bacana,onde toda 6 feira tem uma balada bem legal. As camas foram feitas manualmente e os colchões são péssimos, somente espuma o que machuca bastante e faz com que as noites não sejam perfeitas. As 2 pessoas que tive contato também reclamaram bastante. Em relação a comida: O jantar foi muito bem feito e gostoso, para quem gosta de peixe e bem atrativo os preços. O cafe da manha , bem triste, sem padrão, um dia não teve ovos, porque foram fazer.compra no dia em questão, tinha dia que não tinha suco,e tal. Em tempo, o hostel é bem escuro, a iluminação bem fraca e a noite precisávamos ir para próximo ao bar, porque o Wi Fi não funcionava no quarto.enfim o Staff era bem educado, mas totalmente limitados sem muito poder de solução. Finalizando vale o preço que se paga, porem estava bem vazio, e um ponto de atenção é em relação a quem tem problemas com pernilongos e outros insetos, pois eles aparecem bastante!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019