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Nungwi Beach Resort by Turaco

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with beach bar, near Nungwi Beach

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2 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 7 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Pool View | Pool | 2 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 7 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Non-smoking
  • Spa
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • 2 restaurants and 4 bars/lounges
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Children's pool
  • Beach bar
  • Pool bar

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • Refrigerator
  • Television
  • Garden
The price is $311
includes taxes & fees
$262 per night
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2025

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Twin Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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2 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 7 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Twin Beds, Balcony, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Nungwi Village, Nungwi

What's nearby

  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium - 3 min walk
  • Nungwi Beach - 3 min walk
  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium - 17 min walk
  • Kendwa Beach - 14 min drive
  • Muyuni Beach - 41 min drive

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Promenade Main Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪M&J Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ginger Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sexy Fish - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Upendo Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Nungwi Beach Resort by Turaco

Placing you within a 5-minute walk of Nungwi Beach, Nungwi Beach Resort by Turaco offers a private beach where you can enjoy beach umbrellas, beach massages, and volleyball. 2 outdoor pools provide fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and mani/pedis. Fisherman Seafood & Grill, one of 2 restaurants, serves international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other highlights include 4 bars/lounges, a beach bar, and a 24-hour fitness center. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

All inclusive

All-inclusive room rates at Nungwi Beach Resort by Turaco are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

Buffet meals, snacks, and select beverages included
In-room minibar (non-alcoholic beverages included)

Languages

Arabic, English, Italian, Russian, Swahili

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 97 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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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
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • Beach bar
  • Poolside bar
  • Private dining
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Beach volleyball
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 8 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2009
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop garden
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Spa services
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Recycling

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 3 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials.

Dining

Fisherman Seafood & Grill - This beachfront restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Ngalawa Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
Dolphins Pool Bar - This poolside bar serves light fare only. Open daily.
Sunset Bar - This bar is located on the beach. Open daily.
Zee Bar - This beachfront bar serves light fare only. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 22 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7 PM
  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Also known as

DoubleTree Resort Zanzibar
DoubleTree Resort Zanzibar Nungwi
Hilton DoubleTree Resort Zanzibar
Hilton Nungwi
Hilton Zanzibar
Hilton Zanzibar Nungwi
Nungwi Hilton
Zanzibar Hilton
Zanzibar Hilton Nungwi
Zanzibar Nungwi
DoubleTree Resort Hilton Zanzibar Nungwi
DoubleTree Resort Hilton Zanzibar
DoubleTree Hilton Zanzibar Nungwi
DoubleTree Hilton Zanzibar
DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Zanzibar Nungwi
Nungwi Beach By Turaco Nungwi
Nungwi Beach Resort by Turaco Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Nungwi Beach Resort by Turaco offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Nungwi Beach Resort by Turaco does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Nungwi Beach Resort by Turaco?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 7 PM.
Are pets allowed at Nungwi Beach Resort by Turaco?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Nungwi Beach Resort by Turaco?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Nungwi Beach Resort by Turaco?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in is available.
What is there to do at Nungwi Beach Resort by Turaco and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like snorkeling, volleyball, and cycling. Enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include 4 bars and a private beach. Nungwi Beach Resort by Turaco also has a 24-hour fitness center and spa services, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Nungwi Beach Resort by Turaco?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring beachfront dining, international cuisine, and ocean views.
What's the area around Nungwi Beach Resort by Turaco like?
Nungwi Beach Resort by Turaco is a short 3-minute walk from Nungwi Beach and 17 minutes' walk from Mnarani Natural Aquarium.

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The resort is beautiful and is a nice quaint size, yet still has everything you need. Great staff who want to make your stay great as well.
Rob, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Stay away from All-Inclusive - Go half-board!
We were there for 2 weeks and had a good time. Sadly we upgraded to "all-inclusive" on arrival and wished we hadn't. Drinks are overpriced and there are too many restrictions throughout the day when and where you can eat or drink. Sadly, you even had to pay for coffee if you didn't have it at breakfast. The snacks were limited to mini-burgers or pizza - that was it despite there being 10 different snacks on the menu.. Snacks were only available in the afternoon. We had a deluxe direct sea view room which was nice but the room itself was very tired with not much "deluxing" going on. There were several things not right (toilet not fixed to the floor, shaving mirror hanging off the wall and the one chair had no support and you ended up sitting on the floor).. However, these were all rectified okay. It's just indicative of how tired the place is in parts. It sounds like I'm moaning, but I'm not, there was a lot that was really nice and we would return, but just not have the All-Inclusive package as it currently is. The food in the main dining hall is superb and plentiful - lots of choices and fantastic service. There is a premium restaurant that's sadly not included. We would have dined there but they only offered a 20% discount for A-I guests. We thought we would have had at least one meal there as part of our package.. On a pricing note. A 4-star hotel in Stone Town charged us TS 3,000 for a local beer. The same beer at Nungwi Beach Resort was TS 10,000. Not good really..
Mark, 11-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Umar, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful resort!
We stayed here for 5 days and it was so relaxing! The resort is beautifully done with all the amenities: pool, spa, shops, restaurants, entertainment and private beach area with deck chairs for hotel guests. The food was great - We had breakfast included and ate a few time at their Fisherman's Grill restaurant. We saw they also offer half-board or all inclusive with a variety of food choices, if you prefer this option. The room was lovely and spacious - we booked a seaview room and it was directly on the beach. Had all the amenities, good air conditioning, shower and comfortable bed. The staff are excellent and so friendly. Always available to help and made our stay perfect! Would happily stay here again!
Francesca, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

kelly, 10-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Most enjoyable stay and Nungwi Beach. Top class resort, friendly and helpful staff. Great choice of food. Limited nightlife/entertainment outside of hotel but that seems to be Zanzibar in general.
Firoz, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nice hotel but disappointment beach
Pleasant stay if it weren't for the disappointment of the beach. The hotel is nice and very well maintained. We stayed in an Ocean view room which was magnificent, in front of the beach, with the hammocks right in front of our room. The hotel service is very friendly and they always help you with everything you need. Breakfast is buffet style and complete. Dinner is also buffet style, and should improve the quality and variety. The wifi failed quite a bit at the beginning, but they did everything possible to fix the problem and they managed to fix it. Our biggest disappointment was the beach. The 5 days of our stay it was full of seaweed, nothing to do with the hotel's advertising photos where you see a white sand beach and a turquoise blue sea. Swimming on the hotel's beach is almost impossible. At low tide, the beach is full of seaweed and you have to walk more than 300 meters to swim. In fact, nobody swims. At high tide the water reaches the wall and it is dangerous to swim because of the currents. You can only swim for a couple of hours when the tide allows it, but you have to cross the seaweed zone. We chose Nungwi because I read that the northern part of Zanzibar is not affected as much by the tides, but in this area it is affected and we also had the problem of the seaweed. On Kendwa beach, 15 minutes away by car, there is no seaweed and there is a huge white sand beach.
High tide
High tide
Low tide, beach full of seaweed
Low tide, beach full of seaweed
NURIA, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing staff
We have loved our stay at Nungwi Beach by Turaco. Rooms are so comfy. Air conditioning worked very well. We had a slight maintenance issue which was resolved swiftly and very well. The food was to our taste. Always fresh fish and pasta. The grill outside was a highlight at dinner in the evening. Benson, Roger,Stephano, Omar, Emmanuel and others for amazing service in the bars. We never felt thirsty once. Cocktails were amazing, much better than cheap all inclusives in Europe. Shabhan and Kaimu on the grill and pasta/omellete station was so friendly and welcoming. James, Divota, Halima and Marko gave fantastic service to us at meal times. Moses on security was so nice and pleasant. The only drawback I would say is entertainment and activities included with the stay. We were there 7 nights and there was 4 nights with dancing/singing/acrobats/whirling. We took part in aquagym on just one occasion too. We hoped it could have been being offered everyday but that could have been die to some cloudy/showery conditions in the late mornings. In summary, the staff make the place so special so make sure you tip well. We would not hesitate to recommend to others.
JAY, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay here. The only thing is the in room phone wasn’t working and water was leaking from the AC as well as bidet.
Sachin, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The food was uninspiring. The television in the room very fuzzy and almost useless. We asked for a fix but none was available. Toilet was not screwed into the floor (Room 128) and was dangerous. We asked for a fix - some guy came by to look but did nothing. We had all inclusive but many things were not under that plan. Never had an all inclusive where certain items , latte for instance was not included(Except for breakfast) When we arrive at our room the lock did not work and we had to wait an hour while workmen disassembled the door . That was fine and to the hotels credit they offered to pay for our taxi to the airport ($60) for the inconvenience. The staff was great but the restaurant in Particular needs a lot of work . I’m have owned 30 full service hotels. Marriott(Owns the hotel) knows how to do it better.
Brad, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nungwi Beach Resort was beautiful, clean and safe. The staff are friendly and helpful.
Cherelle, 6-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

surrounded bu hustler on the beach
IBRAHIM, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

FANTASTIC
Fantastic HOTEL. Great room fantastic public areas and more than anything lovely staff. I would highly recommend this hotel.
Gary, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

FANTASTIC
Fabulous HOTEL, can’t fault it. But the best thing was the staff absolutely lovely people every single one of them.
Gary, 6-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great beach
Karima, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Excellent spa treatments. The view from the hotel is lovely with gorgeous blue waters. Overall the food and drink are average at best. We had stayed before a few years back and noticed the decline. With the all inclusive package now, sparkling wine is no longer included along with a number of mixed drinks. Certain foods at the buffet ran out and weren’t refilled. The air conditioning was broken in our room (it was 104/40 degrees c). We contacted the front desk and requested a room change, but there were no rooms available. They tried to fix the a/c but it still didn’t work. 2 days later we were given another room, along with complimentary massages as an apology, which was a nice touch. Had a wonderful time with our friends, but have mixed feelings about recommending it again.
Heather, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Overall the property is in a great location with very good facilities. Food was above average. New Year's eve on the other hand was amazing. Everything was brilliant. Staff were also fantastic. The only gripe with the surrounding areas were that it is very poor and a huge tourist trap. The other gripe with Zanzibar in general is that you are constantly harassed from the beach by locals dancing, selling trinkets and tours - the saving grace for Turaco is that the beach seating is elevated so it mitigates a lot of the harassment. There are no great tours worth doing. Snorkelling with Dolphins is a night mare for you and the dolphins. Scores of boats following them - it was unpleasant and very far on a boat. Over all I would recommend the property for Zanzibar
Ilan, 7-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Everything fine
Oli, 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel is beautiful and very relaxing. The roads right outside leading to the hotel is really bad, don't recommend for pregnant ladies it's really rough. We enjoyed our stay hope to return in the future
Tamara, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very good experience. Great food, amazing beach, pool and all amenities.
Deven, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Sleepless in Nungwi
Completely lack of interest in resolving critical problems. I’m not a person who complains a lot but when the ceiling fan squeaks loudly once per second all the time and I can’t sleep for a week I do complain. Three times actually and staff chooses to do nothing. Not even giving feedback on why it can’t be resolved or trying to solve it with a workaround. A portable desk fan would probably been enough to create an indoor temperature possible to sleep in. Just a “I’m sorry” during checkout. Have never experienced such uninterested service level attention at any 4-5 star property before.
Christian, 6-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was excellent, I felt right at home good food great juices and coffee. There was a band performing the night I was there very good vibe. The beach is exceptionally beautiful. I would definitely stay here again and recommend nungwi beach resort
Felbert, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Bengt, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Julie, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review