Darwesh Nyumba Lodge

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Scored 9.1
Rated superb

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Darwesh Nyumba Lodge in Nungwi offers family rooms with private bathrooms, sea views, and balconies. Each room includes a dining area, sofa bed, and modern amenities. Outdoor Spaces: Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden, enjoying sea views and fresh air. The property features an outdoor dining area, picnic spots, and a barbecue. Dining Options: Breakfast includes continental, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. The child-friendly buffet caters to all dietary needs. Convenient Services: The lodge provides a paid airport shuttle service, free on-site private parking, and full-day security. Additional amenities include bicycle parking, car hire, and scuba diving. Nearby Attractions: Royal Beach is a 5-minute walk away, while Kichwele Forest Reserve and Mangapwani Coral Cave are 42 and 47 km respectively. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 61 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site

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1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Xavier
Spain Spain
“The staff is super friendly and nice, they were always there to help. We also had a dinner they prepared and was delicious! Room was good. Dogs were also very friendly and you can pet them (they will love it, specially Male).”
Regina
Hungary Hungary
“Our stay at Darwesh Nyumba Lodge was truly unforgettable! The hosts were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and fun to talk to—we had great conversations with them throughout our stay. They went above and beyond to make us feel at home. One of the...”
Marta
Poland Poland
“A place created with passion and heart. The host creates a fantastic atmosphere. Everyone is very nice and open. Rooms and bathrooms spacious and very comfortable. The garden is beautifully lit in the evening. A huge advantage is access to hot water.”
Claire
France France
“We liked so much our stay in Darwesh Nyumba. The place is so chill and peaceful. Warm welcome ! The owners gave us advice on the activities we could do and restaurants we can eat. Go there without any hesitation :)”
Zuzana
Czech Republic Czech Republic
“We had such an amazing stay and we really recommend it. The place is very peaceful. There are palms and enough shade in the area. The nearest beach is beautiful. The stuff was nice and friendly and the owners helped us with arranging trips for a...”
Jana
Belgium Belgium
“The whole place is filled with good vibes and you can feel that it has been build with love and authenticity. Darwesh and Flavi are two beautiful people that make you feel welcome and that are here to help you with any problem you could have. The...”
Marina
North Macedonia North Macedonia
“The hosts, Flavia and Darwish, are very nice. They can help you with everything you need. Property is very close to the best beaches in Zanzibar. They have a great yard and a rooftop balcony with a great view. The hosts will make your vacations...”
Nadine
Canada Canada
“We loved the atmosphere and feeling we got. Darwesh made us feel welcome and like we were at home. Great staff and great cook!”
Amosi
Malawi Malawi
“The staff were very welcoming and helpful in all they did. Catering for my specific needs for the trip. Diddy was helpful going out the way to ensure I did the most I could with the time available. Food was delicious, listened to my specific...”
Daniele
Italy Italy
“Uno dei migliori alloggi a Zanzibar. Il giardino è super curato ed accogliente. L’host è stato eccezionale nel farci sentire come in una grande famiglia. Dovessi tornare a Nungwi sceglierei di nuovo Darwesh Nyumba Lodge.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Mwinyi Darwesh

9.5
Host review score
Mwinyi Darwesh
Karibuni at Darwesh Nyumba. Family and friendly place to feel at home. And get the local taste of Zanzibar. We are always a bit under construction to make Darwesh Nyumba every day more to a beautiful Place. On your stay with us we are not going to disturb you. Also we take care for our enviroment. Recycling doesn't really exist on the island, thats why we collect a lot of upcycling ideas, which we transform in sunbeds, lamps, decoration like flowerpots and in the garden. Also we do every month a meeting with our neighbours and clean up our street. Everybody is very welcome here to support us. If you like to do the beautiful trips in Zanzibar, we`re well connected all over the island. Tell us what you like to do and we will organise the trips for you. The Hotel Rooms offer space for up to 3 people. Every room is different decorated, simple, cozy incl. privat bathroom with hot water and a balcony. Breakfast incl. Importend information is about our water in the bathroom. we use the own groundwater. which can be from time to time a bit salty but very fresh. its defentely more healthy then to use chemicals. In our small Hotel with a large beautiful green garden, hammocks, sunbed , hangingbed and swingchair in the white beachsand, you will find many ways to relax, to read your book or play with your children in the sandplace. Enjoy your coffee in the morning with a stunning sunrise or in the evening with a cold drink on our cozy rooftop. Every sunset/sunrise is different with a sparkle of our magic Zanzibar . You are most welcome! Karibuni sana (in swahili)
My name is Mwinyi Darwesh, born in Zanzibar. I have been living 20 years in Scandinavia. Now i am back on the island to realize my dreams for the futur. As a local man i am well connected in Zanzibar and can help you with all the things you want to experience on this island. Everything from Taxi, Snorkling, Diving, Kitesurfing, Spice Tour, Sunset Cruise or many more Trips like a visit in the old Stone Town. Feel the Zanzibar taste with love from Darwesh Nyumba
Restaurants, the beautiful Nungwi Beach and many Shops are nearby and easy to find. We recommend to explore Nungwi by Bajaji (TukTuk) or Boda Boda (Bike Driver).
Languages spoken: German,English,French,Norwegian,Swedish

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House rules

Darwesh Nyumba Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 15 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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

Please inform Darwesh Nyumba Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.