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Dhow Resort Jambiani

Property class: 3
3-star beachfront hotel near Jambiani Beach

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A pool area with a thatched-roof structure, palm trees, and a view of the sea.
A wooden deck with a table set for two, overlooking a turquoise sea with boats.
A bedroom with a canopy bed, a wooden shelf unit, and a view of the bathroom.
A beachside restaurant with tables and chairs, a bar area, and a view of the ocean.
A pool area with lounge chairs, a thatched-roof structure, and a two-story building with balconies.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kikadini Jambiani Beach, Jambiani, Unguja South Region
  • Place, Jambiani Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Paje Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Kuza Cave
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Double Room, Partial Ocean View

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

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A room with a bed, a wooden shelf with decorative items, and a mirror.

Classic Double Room, Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a canopy bed, a wooden shelf unit, and a view of the bathroom.

Family Room, Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Jambiani

On the beach.At this Jambiani hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Jambiani Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Kuza Cave. Also, Kuza Cave is within 3 miles (5 km) and Paje Beach is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 7 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Paje Beach - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Kuza Cave - 9 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Pingwe Beach - 23 min drive - 15.7 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mapacha - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Shanga Paje - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Paje By Night - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beach Boheme - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪African Bbq - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Dhow Resort Jambiani

3-star beachfront hotel near Jambiani Beach
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool and spa services are also featured at Dhow Resort Jambiani.
  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Dining venue
Dhow Resort Jambiani offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This Jambiani hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 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

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

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.

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Dhow Resort Jambiani to the airport?

Dhow Resort Jambiani is 35.8 mi (91-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 Dhow Resort Jambiani?

As of Nov 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dhow Resort Jambiani on Nov 12, 2026 start from $105, 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 Dhow Resort Jambiani have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Dhow Resort Jambiani.

How close is Dhow Resort Jambiani to the beach?

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

Does Dhow Resort Jambiani offer free breakfast?

Dhow Resort Jambiani offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Dhow Resort Jambiani?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Dhow Resort Jambiani?

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

Is there free parking at Dhow Resort Jambiani?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Dhow Resort Jambiani have a pool?

Dhow Resort Jambiani features an outdoor pool.

Does Dhow Resort Jambiani have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Dhow Resort Jambiani have a spa?

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

How close is Dhow Resort Jambiani to downtown Jambiani?

Dhow Resort Jambiani is 0.8 mi away from Jambiani.

Dhow Resort Jambiani Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Le staff est au petit soin, le cadre est très joli, la cuisine est bonne, les équipements fonctionnels et modernes. Je recommande, allez y les yeux fermés !
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026