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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Baobab Africa Lodge Zanzibar in Mtende offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden or pool views. Each room includes a balcony, terrace, and outdoor furniture. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a year-round outdoor swimming pool, lush garden, terrace, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a fitness room, 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and free on-site private parking. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves local and international cuisines with halal, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. Meals include brunch, lunch, dinner, high tea, and cocktails in a traditional, modern, or romantic ambiance. Prime Location: Located 43 mi from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Zanzibar Butterfly Center (22 mi) and Jozani Forest (22 mi). Walking tours are available.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

    • Free private parking available at the hotel


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
1 sofa bed
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1 queen bed
Bedroom
1 sofa bed
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1 queen bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 sofa bed
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1 queen bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Natasa
    Norway Norway
    Fantastic staff! Wonderful location surrounded by huge baobabs. The Mtende village nearby is absolutely gorgeous, and we loved strolling around it. Good facilities and a great bar next to the pool.
  • Chenge
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff at the Baobab lodge were all lovely, very friendly and always helpful, when we checked in we had two issues with the bungalow which were fixed almost immediately which I appreciate how quick the hotel wanted to resolve the matter. The...
  • Itamar
    Israel Israel
    The village next door is amazing. The beach is being. The place is small and boutique and the food is great.
  • Eva
    United States United States
    The staff were all wonderfully friendly and eager to please. The hotel was set at the edge of a village and, with a tiny bit of effort, we felt like we got a small glimpse of the lives of local people. Also, dining in a giant baobab tree was...
  • Shaumika
    United States United States
    It looked exactly like the pics, staff was so friendly and accommodating. It was so serene and peaceful.
  • Brenda
    United States United States
    Still this lodge was very comfortable, the setting like a paradise and the staff so incredibly friendly, helpful and engaging. I could easily walk to the breathtaking seashore nearby that was dramatic in high and low tide. The chef was fantastic...
  • Kimberly
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Nice place to connect with Zanzibar vibes, The staff it was very kindly, good food, and the it’s close to the beach, definitely its good value.
  • Frédéric
    France France
    The nice atmosphere with the pool, the baobabs. The staff is very friendly. Food was good, octopus is excellent! Very close to Mtende beach.
  • Faiz
    United States United States
    I travelled with my kids and to be honest this place did not feel like a lodge or hotel, it felt like home away from home. Everyone from the owners Eric and Sophie to all the staff were so warm, friendly and welcoming. They made it so hard for us...
  • Evan
    Canada Canada
    Food was great. Unique property with the big baobab tree. Staff were friendly and accommodating.

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Local • International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Gluten-free

House rules

Baobab Africa Lodge Zanzibar takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 8 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Baobab Africa Lodge Zanzibar of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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