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zLife Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with restaurant, near House of Wonders

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Shared Dormitory, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View
Meeting facility
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Nestled near Old Fort, zLife Hostel offers a warm welcome with a gym to keep you active and dry cleaning services for your convenience. Savor the flavors at the restaurant or unwind on the serene garden. With in-room WiFi, guests can stay connected while exploring nearby Forodhani Gardens and House of Wonders.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

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Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 24.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Shared Dormitory, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Portable fan
2 bedrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Single Beds

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Economy Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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City Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Connecting Rooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 Single Bunk Beds

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Economy Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds
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About the area

Map
Gizenga Street 159, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar

What's nearby

  • House of Wonders - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Old Fort - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Shangani Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Slave Market - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 26 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Passing Show Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Meeting Point Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Lukmaan - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬4 min walk

About this property

zLife Hostel

Located just 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from the airport, zLife Hostel offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the fitness centre for a workout. Other features include a snack bar/deli, a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English, French, German, Polish, Russian, Swahili

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
    • Minimum check-in age – 12
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 12
DONE

Pets

    • Pets stay for free
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast each morning (surcharge)
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fitness centre

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 6 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 15 per vehicle (one way)

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts cash.

Also known as

zLife Hostel Zanzibar Town
zLife Zanzibar Town
zLife Hostel Zanzibar Town
zLife Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
zLife Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

Does zLife Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, zLife Hostel 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at zLife Hostel?

Yes, pets stay free. Food and water bowls are available.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by zLife Hostel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 15 per vehicle one way.

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

You can check in starting at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at zLife Hostel and nearby?

ZLife Hostel has a fitness centre and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near zLife Hostel?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around zLife Hostel like?

ZLife Hostel is located near Shangani Beach in Stone Town, a short 2-minute walk from House of Wonders and 2 minutes' walk from Old Fort.

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zLife Hostel Reviews

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7.4

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

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