Dhow Resort Jambiani

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel near Jambiani Beach

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Exterior
Restaurant
Classic Double Room, Partial Ocean View
Exterior
Outdoor pool

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, Kite Centre Zanzibar
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Paje Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Double Room, Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Double Room, Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room, Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

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. Swahili Cave and Kite Centre Zanzibar are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 7 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Paje Beach - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Pingwe Beach - 23 min drive - 25.3 km
  • Michamvi Kae Beach - 29 min drive - 30.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Beach Boheme - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Your Zanzibar Place - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪B4 Beach Club - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kisiwa on the Beach - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪BAHARI Pizza-Restaurant-Bar - ‬19 min walk

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

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
  • 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; 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 May 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dhow Resort Jambiani on May 25, 2026 start from CA $96, 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 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 1.3 mi away from Jambiani.

Dhow Resort Jambiani Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aina

Travelled with family and small children
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