DARWESH NYUMBA LODGE, Nungwi
About the Hotel
Darwesh Nyumba Lodge - A garden-set bed and breakfast near Royal Beach with sea-view balconies, pet-friendly policy, and optional homemade dinners
Darwesh Nyumba Lodge, a 3-star bed and breakfast in Nungwi, is set in a garden with a terrace, picnic area, and outdoor furniture. The hotel offers family rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, garden views, sofa beds, wardrobes, and dining areas, with some rooms featuring sea views from private balconies. A communal kitchen and laundry facilities are available for guests, along with daily housekeeping and ironing service. Breakfast includes continental, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, while the chef can prepare homemade dinners upon request, which guests have praised as the best meal eaten in Zanzibar. Leisure activities include bicycle rental, bike tours, cooking classes, walking tours, water sport facilities on site, film nights, cycling, and scuba diving. The lodge provides a tour desk, luggage storage, free on-site private parking, 24-hour security, and a paid airport shuttle to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, located 61 km away. Royal Beach is a 5-minute walk from Darwesh Nyumba Lodge, with Kendwa Beach and Nungwi Beach nearby, while Kichwele Forest Reserve is 42 km and Mangapwani Coral Cave is 47 km away. The property offers child-friendly amenities such as board games, babysitting services, a kid-friendly buffet, kids' meals, and special diet menus. Free WiFi is available throughout the lodge, and pets are accommodated on site. Darwesh Nyumba Lodge also provides car hire services for exploring the local area.
Pros
High guest rating of 8.8/10 on Booking.com, reflecting strong satisfaction.
5-minute walk to Royal Beach, with Nungwi Beach and Kendwa Beach also nearby.
Guests receive exceptional hospitality from the staff, including helpful local advice.
Homemade dinners prepared by the chef are highlights, described as delicious and authentic.
Free on-site private parking and 24-hour security provide convenience and safety.
Must-do experiences
- Snorkel at Mnemba Atoll for stunning underwater sights.
- Taste fresh catch at the Nungwi fish market in the morning.
- Visit the Nungwi Lighthouse for breathtaking sunset views.
- Join a traditional dhow sunset cruise for a relaxing evening.
- Try the Zanzibari biryani at Mama Mia's - a local favorite!
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Prices and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Barber shop
Sports & Fitness
- Wind surfing
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Canoeing
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Fishing
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Pet amenities available
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shops/Commercial services
Dining
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's buffet
- Board games
- Children's play area
Spa & Leisure
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock