RAFIKI ZANZIBAR RESIDENCE, Paje
About the Hotel
Rafiki Zanzibar Residence - A renovated guest house near Paje Beach with family rooms, a shared kitchen, and free WiFi
Rafiki Zanzibar Residence is a recently renovated guest house in Paje, offering family rooms with air-conditioning, a private bathroom, and garden or city views. Each room includes access to a shared kitchen, and the property features a garden, terrace, and outdoor seating area. Free WiFi is available throughout, and guests can use the on-site BBQ facilities. A continental buffet breakfast is served daily, with local specialities, fresh fruits, eggs, chapati, and coffee or tea, which can be enjoyed in the room or outdoors. The guest house provides bicycle parking and offers car hire services for exploring the area. Paje Beach is a 7-minute walk away, and Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 48 km from the property. Nearby attractions include Jozani Forest and Stone Town. Guests can also book local culture tours, walking tours, or massage treatments, including full-body and head massages. Laundry, luggage storage, and grocery deliveries are available, and airport shuttle services can be arranged. Rafiki Zanzibar Residence also offers babysitting/child services and daily housekeeping, with a 24-hour security system using key access.
Pros
Breakfast includes local specialities, fresh fruits, eggs, chapati, and coffee or tea.
The property offers a shared kitchen and BBQ facilities, adding convenience for self-catering.
Paje Beach is reachable within a 7-minute walk, with Jozani Forest and Stone Town as nearby attractions.
Guests can book massage treatments and local culture tours on-site.
Cons
The guest house is not directly on the beach, but it's a short 5-minute walk away.
Rooms may get warm, though this is a common condition in the area.
Must-do experiences
- Indulge in fresh seafood at The Beach House in Paje.
- Visit the Jozani Forest for a chance to see Red Colobus monkeys.
- Explore the vibrant Paje Market on Friday mornings for local crafts.
- Take a sunset dhow cruise for breathtaking views of the coastline.
- Savor Zanzibar pizza at a local street vendor for a tasty treat.
Select your room type
- Double Room2 persons220 sq. feet1 Double bedroom details
- Budget Twin Room2 persons90 sq. feet1 Single bedroom details
- Family Room2 persons270 sq. feet1 Queen-size bed and 1 Single bedroom details
Prices and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Canoeing
- Horseback riding
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Grocery shopping service
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Outdoor dining area
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's buffet
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Self-catering
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
Location
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