On the beach.A stay at this hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Jambiani Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Kuza Cave. Swahili Cave and Kite Centre Zanzibar are also within 6 miles (10 km).
What's nearby
Jambiani Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Kite Centre Zanzibar - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles
Paje Beach - 8 min drive - 4.7 miles
Kuza Cave - 8 min drive - 2.4 miles
Makunduchi Beach - 16 min drive - 10.4 miles
Getting around
Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 57 min drive
Restaurants
B4 Beach Club - 7 min drive
Your Zanzibar Place - 8 min drive
Jetty Bar - 11 min drive
Pompetti Restaurant of Zanzibar - 4 min drive
Pishi Restaurant - 4 min drive
About this property
Driftwood Beach Lodge
3.5-star beachfront hotel near Jambiani Beach
Driftwood Beach Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.
A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Driftwood Beach Lodge. Free self parking is available.
This 3.5-star Jambiani hotel is smoke free.
8 guestrooms or units
English breakfast (free)
Towels for the beach
Poolside lounge chairs
Self-service laundry
Front desk (limited hours)
Front-desk safe
Concierge
Library
Terrace
Garden
BBQ grill(s)
Outdoor picnic space
Television in lobby
No smoking on site
Bar or lounge
Dining venue
Driftwood Beach Lodge offers 8 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.
Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Things to do
Children's pool
Library
Outdoor pool
TV in common areas
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator (single-level property)
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower
Towels provided
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Room service
More
Electrical adapters
Safe
Separate sitting area
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out
Check-out before 9:30 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 6:00 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
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets and service animals are not allowed at Driftwood Beach Lodge
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:
Deposit: USD 100 per stay
A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night
Shuttle transfer per adult: USD 35 (one-way)
Shuttle transfer per child: USD 0 (one-way)
Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 72 hours of booking the reservation.
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
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.
We should mention
Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Driftwood Beach Lodge to the airport?
Driftwood Beach Lodge is 35.7 mi (57-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Driftwood Beach Lodge have an airport shuttle?
Driftwood Beach Lodge offers an airport shuttle.
How close is Driftwood Beach Lodge to the beach?
This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Driftwood Beach Lodge offer free breakfast?
Driftwood Beach Lodge offers free English breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.
Is there a casino at Driftwood Beach Lodge?
No, there is no casino at this hotel.
What time is check-in at Driftwood Beach Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.
Is there free parking at Driftwood Beach Lodge?
This hotel offers free self parking.
Does Driftwood Beach Lodge have a pool?
Driftwood Beach Lodge features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Does Driftwood Beach Lodge have a restaurant?
Yes, there is a restaurant on site.
Does Driftwood Beach Lodge have a spa?
This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.
How close is Driftwood Beach Lodge to downtown Jambiani?
Driftwood Beach Lodge is 0.9 mi away from Jambiani.