Starfish Garden Lodge

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel near Jambiani Beach

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Beach bar
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Honeymoon Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes
Exterior
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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P.O. Box 18, Jambiani, Unguja South Region, 71118
  • Place, Jambiani Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kuza Cave
    ‪27 min walk‬

Room options

Family Double Room, Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Bungalow, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Panoramic Double Room

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Honeymoon Double Room

  • Ocean view
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Jambiani

On the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Jambiani Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Kuza Cave with a stay here. Swahili Cave and Kite Centre Zanzibar are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beach Boheme - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Your Zanzibar Place - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kisiwa on the Beach - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪B4 Beach Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪BAHARI Pizza-Restaurant-Bar - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Starfish Garden Lodge

3-star beachfront hotel near Jambiani Beach
A private beach is featured. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Starfish Garden Lodge also features tour/ticket assistance and a garden.

This 3-star Jambiani hotel is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Starfish Garden Lodge offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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.
  • 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: EUR 3.41 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, debit 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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash.

Property Registration Number NR.A.731.2024

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Starfish Garden Lodge to the airport?

Starfish Garden Lodge is 34.6 mi (89-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Starfish Garden Lodge?

As of Jun 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Starfish Garden Lodge on Jun 24, 2026 start from $58, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Starfish Garden Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Starfish Garden Lodge.

How close is Starfish Garden Lodge to the beach?

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

Does Starfish Garden Lodge offer free breakfast?

Starfish Garden Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Starfish Garden Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Starfish Garden Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Starfish Garden Lodge?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Starfish Garden Lodge have a pool?

Starfish Garden Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Starfish Garden Lodge have a restaurant?

Starfish Garden Lodge is home to Starfish Restaurant, which features ocean views, a beachfront location, and al fresco dining.

Does Starfish Garden Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Starfish Garden Lodge to downtown Jambiani?

Starfish Garden Lodge is 0.2 mi away from Dimbuni.