Hostel 197

Hostel with outdoor pool, near Nungwi Beach

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At Hostel 197, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Nungwi Beach and Kendwa Beach. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour front desk
$58 nightly
$68 total
Apr 7 - Apr 8
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Showing 3 of 3 rooms
Shared Dormitory | Exterior detail
Shared Dormitory | Free WiFi
Shared Dormitory | Free WiFi
Shared Dormitory | Free WiFi

Shared Dormitory

  • 80 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
Double Room | Terrace/patio
Free WiFi
Free WiFi
Free WiFi

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Triple Room | Free WiFi
Free WiFi
Free WiFi

Triple Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Nungwi Beach, Nungwi, 73107

What's nearby

  • Nungwi Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kendwa Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Nungwi Sunrise Point - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 51 min drive - 33.4 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tam Tam Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Corner - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Makofi Pizza Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪M&J Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Fish Market Local Restaurant - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Hostel 197

At Hostel 197, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Nungwi Beach and Kendwa Beach. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 14 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Facilities

  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

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.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts cash.
Property Registration Number NR.A.182049.2025

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Hostel 197?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Hostel 197?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hostel 197?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Hostel 197.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hostel 197?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Hostel 197 and nearby?

Hostel 197 has an outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near Hostel 197?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does Hostel 197 have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Hostel 197 like?

Hostel 197 is a short 5-minute walk from Nungwi Beach and 15 minutes' walk from Nungwi Natural Aquarium.

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9.6

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