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Mfumbwi Backpacker Lodge

2.5 star property
Lodge with free breakfast, near Jambiani Beach

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Gazebo
Bar (on property)
Front of property
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; African cuisine
Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom, Garden View | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping

Room options

About the neighborhood

Map
503 Mfumbwi, Jambiani, Zanzibar

What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kuza Cave - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Makunduchi Beach - 10 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Paje Beach - 18 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mapacha - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Oxygen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪African Bbq - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mr. Kahawa - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ndame Beach Bar - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Mfumbwi Backpacker Lodge

Lodge near Jambiani Beach
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a nightclub, and a terrace at Mfumbwi Backpacker Lodge. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this lodge. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a facial, a massage, or a manicure/pedicure. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, babysitting (surcharge), and a gift shop
Room features
All guestrooms at Mfumbwi Backpacker Lodge offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Ceiling fans, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8 AM–10 AM
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Nightclub
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate living room
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Facials
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - on the beach

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Ceiling fan

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels

More

  • Desk
  • In-room massage
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 30
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 45.00 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Mfumbwi Backpacker Lodge Jambiani
Mfumbwi Backpacker Jambiani
Mfumbwi Backpacker
Mfumbwi Backpacker Lodge Lodge
Mfumbwi Backpacker Lodge Jambiani
Mfumbwi Backpacker Lodge Lodge Jambiani

Frequently asked questions

Is Mfumbwi Backpacker Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Mfumbwi Backpacker Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mfumbwi Backpacker Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at Mfumbwi Backpacker Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 30 (subject to availability).

Does Mfumbwi Backpacker Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 45.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Mfumbwi Backpacker Lodge located?

Situated near the beach, this lodge is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Jambiani Beach and within 6 mi (10 km) of Kuza Cave and Kite Centre Zanzibar. Paje Beach and Makunduchi Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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