Babalao Boutique Villa
Paje street, Paje Zanzibar
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Why people book this hotel
“The location was really close to everything: a shopping center, beach, and hotel…”
“Peaceful, clean, safe and close to the beach, bars and restaurants”
“My host was really nice and had really awesome recommendations of activities to …”
“The owner was helpful and knows the area inside out”
“Rooms are beautifully furnished, with everything you need, including AC”
“The room was clean, breakfast was good”
“You can't find any place better for this price”
“Great value for money and an excellent place to stay in Paje”
“I had breakfast picnics all through my stay”
“The hotel is conveniently located near a beautiful beach with white sand and cle…”
“Room was very nice and clean, rich breakfast and friendly staff”
“The rooms are spacious and spotless, and you get fast, reliable internet (which,…”
Overview
Located a few steps from Paje Beach, Babalao Boutique Villa offers air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace. The property features garden and inner courtyard views, and is 50 km from Peace Memorial Museum. The rooftop pool features a pool bar and fence. At the bed and breakfast, every unit comes with a desk. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower, units at the bed and breakfast also offer free WiFi, while some rooms are equipped with a balcony. At the bed and breakfast, each unit is equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental breakfast. A bar can be found on-site. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park is 35 km from Babalao Boutique Villa, while Hamamni Persian Baths is 50 km away. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 50 km from the accommodation.
Traveller reviews
Hellen
solo_traveller
August 23, 2025
“Very Comfortable”
The location was really close to everything: a shopping center, beach, and hotels - but on a very quiet street, which was a bonus. My host was really nice and had really awesome recommendations of activities to do around. The hot shower was really good, and the very comfortable bed. I loved the small garden up front. I had breakfast picnics all through my stay. I'd highly recommend booking this property.
Matej
couple
August 11, 2025
A very cool and peaceful place. Room was very nice and clean, rich breakfast and friendly staff. You can't find any place better for this price.
Bati
couple
August 10, 2025
Lovely place with cozy atmosphere. Peaceful, clean, safe and close to the beach, bars and restaurants. Rooms are beautifully furnished, with everything you need, including AC. The owner was helpful and knows the area inside out. Great value for money and an excellent place to stay in Paje.
herve
couple
February 23, 2025
“nice hotel in a nice place but a few problems need to be fixed”
we had one night to spend at this hotel and were warmly welcomed by the host, who was very friendly and helpful. The hotel is conveniently located near a beautiful beach with white sand and clear water, and the breakfast was excellent.
Gino
solo_traveller
January 8, 2025
“Dissapointing”
Nothing much.
Jan
solo_traveller
October 2, 2024
Everything You Need for a Perfect Stay on Zanzibar! This place is an absolute gem right on Paje Beach, perfect for both short and long stays. The rooms are spacious and spotless, and you get fast, reliable internet (which, as a remote worker, was a big plus for me). Plus, there’s a delicious free breakfast every morning, all included in the price. My host, Mitja, was super attentive and made sure everything was exactly as promised. I really appreciated that! If you're a remote worker or digital nomad, I highly recommend staying here for an extended time. The setup is perfect for getting work done in a comfortable, hassle-free environment. Paje Beach is hands down my favorite place on Zanzibar. It’s ranked #3 on TripAdvisor for good reason—it has everything you need: beach bars with great vibes, awesome kitesurfing, and plenty of great food to choose from. It’s not as crowded as some of the other spots, which I personally loved—it made everything feel a bit more relaxed and laid-back. Whether you're here for work or to unwind, this place is truly the best of both worlds. Don’t waste your time looking elsewhere—everything you need is right here. I’ll definitely be back. 11/10!
Merle Inge Twyla
couple
August 18, 2024
Would definitely recommend this place!! Mitja (the manager) is so amazing. He even came at 10:30 pm because I had locked myself in. All of the staff is extremely friendly. Sarafina especially was so helpful. Facilities are also very good, the wifi is strong and hot water works !!! The rooftop terrace is also really a really nice place to relax. 100% worth the money
Shafquat
solo_traveller
May 2, 2024
“Value for money 100%”
Peter
couple
March 15, 2024
“Perfect, I can highly recommend”
Charming house with a very good vibe. The room was clean, breakfast was good. We loved the living room with the chilling area. The beach is just a short walk away and the pool is quite nice
Martin
couple
March 8, 2024
We were welcomed with a nice fruit basket and the pool on the rooftop was amazing ! Asante sana!
Damjana
family_with_children
March 8, 2024
Great location, literally 1 minute to the best part of beach. The room was bright and tastefully furnished. In front of the room there is a spacious living room with dining table and chairs and also a kettle for making tee and coffee (provided for free!). Good wifi and with cool rooftop pool of the hotel and a very reasonably priced restaurant and bar. Worth visiting again!
Facilities
Activities
Beach
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Bar, Fruits
General
Air conditioning, WiFi available in all areas, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Outdoor pool, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor pool (seasonal)
Parking
Parking, Free parking
Pool and wellness
Sun loungers or beach chairs, Rooftop pool, Pool with view, Pool bar, Fence around pool, Swimming Pool
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Access to health care professionals
Family Room with Private Bathroom
This family room's standout feature is the pool with a view. This air-conditioned family room has a desk, a terrace, garden views and a private bathroom. The unit has 2 beds.
Deluxe Double Room with Shower
Guests will have a special experience as the double room provides a pool with a view. This air-conditioned double room features a desk, a terrace, garden views and a private bathroom. The unit offers 1 bed.
Double Room with Private Bathroom
The pool with a view is the standout feature of this double room. This air-conditioned double room has a desk, a terrace, garden views and a private bathroom. The unit has 1 bed.
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