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Ngalawa Hotel & Resort

4.0 star property
4-star beach hotel with 2 outdoor pools

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Terrace/patio
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Property grounds
Comfort Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View | Garden view
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Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Bububu, Kihinani, Bububu
  • Place, Masingini Forest
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Siso Spice Farm
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Kidichi Spice Farm
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Double Room (Deluxe)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 456 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite (Prestige) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite (Prestige)

  • 434 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Suite

  • 470 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Comfort Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

  • 269 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Pool View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Pool View

  • 230 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Honeymoon Suite (Superior) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Honeymoon Suite (Superior)

  • 434 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Twin Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Twin Room

  • 432 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Bububu

In Bububu .You'll find Siso Spice Farm and Masingini Forest within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel. Also, Kidichi Spice Farm is within 3 miles (5 km) and Chapwani Island is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Masingini Forest - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Siso Spice Farm - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Kidichi Spice Farm - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Cheetah's Rock - 10 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Sea Cliff Golf Course - 11 min drive - 5.1 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Forodhani Park - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪House of Karafuu - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Poa'zz Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Ngalawa Hotel & Resort

4-star beach hotel with 2 outdoor pools
Ngalawa Hotel & Resort offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools, a hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness center. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A children's pool, spa services, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Ngalawa Hotel & Resort. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Bububu hotel.

  • 58 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Ngalawa Hotel & Resort offers 58 air-conditioned accommodations with private pools and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Private pool

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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.
  • 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 5.00 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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 6)

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
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 American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

Ngalawa Hotel Resort Bububu
Ngalawa Hotel Resort
Ngalawa Bububu
Ngalawa Hotel & Resort Hotel
Ngalawa Hotel & Resort Bububu
Ngalawa Hotel & Resort Hotel Bububu

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ngalawa Hotel & Resort to the airport?

Ngalawa Hotel & Resort is 11.2 mi (18-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 Ngalawa Hotel & Resort?

As of Dec 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ngalawa Hotel & Resort on Dec 14, 2025 start from $82.17, excluding 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 Ngalawa Hotel & Resort have an airport shuttle?

Ngalawa Hotel & Resort offers a shuttle from the airport to the hotel 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 20 per vehicle.

How close is Ngalawa Hotel & Resort to the beach?

This hotel is 8.4 mi (47-min drive) from Nakupenda Beach and 8.5 mi (14-min drive) from Shangani Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Ngalawa Hotel & Resort offer free breakfast?

Ngalawa Hotel & Resort does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Ngalawa Hotel & Resort?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Ngalawa Hotel & Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Ngalawa Hotel & Resort?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Ngalawa Hotel & Resort have a pool?

Ngalawa Hotel & Resort features 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Ngalawa Hotel & Resort have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like local cuisine and a poolside location.

Does Ngalawa Hotel & Resort have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Ngalawa Hotel & Resort to downtown Bububu?

Ngalawa Hotel & Resort is 1.6 mi away from Bububu.