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Maisha Nungwi property with pool, thatched roofs and palm trees

Zanzibar Lodges

Maisha Nungwi, Boutique Hotel at the Northern Tip of Zanzibar

Maisha Nungwi lies in Nungwi at the northern tip of Zanzibar and has been run as a women's project since October 2022.

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5.0 from 45 reviews on Tripadvisor · local operator in Arusha

Level
Classic
Location
Nungwi, northern tip of Zanzibar, near the northern lighthouse
Rooms
18 rooms and cottages
Board
Half board or full board
  • Garden with covered dining area and palm trees
  • Room with flower petals on the bed and terrace access
  • Pool in the garden between thatched roofs and palm trees

Key facts

LocationNungwi, northern tip of Zanzibar, near the northern lighthouse
Distance to gate and airstrip64 km (around 90 minutes) to Zanzibar Airport
Rooms18 rooms and cottages
BoardHalf board or full board
Facilitiesmain pool (freshwater), saltwater pool, pool bar, garden restaurant, massage, yoga, tuk-tuk and transfer service
Price level€
Seasonopen all year round

Location and surroundings

The hotel lies in the north of Nungwi at the northern tip of Zanzibar, in a quiet location near the northern lighthouse. The fish market, village centre and nightlife district can all be reached on foot in 15 minutes.

Maisha Nungwi is one of several properties that Wildfinder features on Zanzibar. You can find more accommodation on the Zanzibar lodges overview page. There you can compare the options and choose accommodation that suits your route and your level of comfort.

Rooms and facilities

Room types range from the standard balcony category to the Premium Jacuzzi Suite and a Family Room. Facilities include a freshwater main pool, a saltwater pool, a pool bar and a garden restaurant. Massage and yoga are also offered, as well as a tuk-tuk and transfer service.

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Updated on October 11, 2026

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