Roots inn

2.0 star property
Hostel near Paje Beach in Paje

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Double Room, City View | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Double Room, City View | Living area
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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2021, Zanzibar, Paje, Unguja South Region, 11111
  • Place, Paje Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Bwejuu Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Maalum Cave Pool
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, City View

  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room, City View

  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room, City View

  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Paje

In Paje .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).

What's nearby

  • Paje Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bwejuu Beach - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Maalum Cave Pool - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Jambiani Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mapacha - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Shanga Paje - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mr. Kahawa - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Kiddo’s Rooftop Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪African Bbq - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Roots inn

Hostel near Paje Beach in Paje
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Roots inn also features laundry facilities and local meal delivery service.

This Paje hostel is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Roots inn offers 5 accommodations with safes and blackout drapes/curtains. This Paje hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

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

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 35 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 1:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

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.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 35 per person

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 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, and cash.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Roots inn to the airport?

Roots inn is 31.1 mi (75-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 Roots inn ?

As of Nov 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Roots inn on Nov 30, 2025 start from $30.17, 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 Roots inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Roots inn .

How close is Roots inn to the beach?

This hostel is a short 7-minute walk from Paje Beach and 2 mi (7-min drive) from Jambiani Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Roots inn offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Roots inn , but local cuisine breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 35 per person. It's available every day from 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Roots inn ?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Roots inn ?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Roots inn ?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Roots inn have a pool?

Roots inn does not have a pool.

Does Roots inn have a restaurant?

Roots inn is home to Roots bistro cafe, which features Asian cuisine.

Does Roots inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Roots inn to downtown Paje?

Roots inn is 0.2 mi away from Paje.