Hostel 197

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.7
Rated exceptional

Staff

10

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About this property

Essential Facilities: Hostel 197 in Nungwi offers a garden, terrace, restaurant, bar, and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Guests enjoy free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms with showers, air-conditioning, and garden or pool views. Additional amenities include balconies, terraces, and outdoor furniture. Dining Experience: The restaurant serves African, Chinese, Indian, Italian, Korean, Mexican, Seafood, sushi, Russian, Asian, and Latin American cuisines. Breakfast is continental. Local Attractions: Nungwi Beach is a 4-minute walk away. Nearby points include Kichwele Forest Reserve (42 km) and Mangapwani Coral Cave (40 km). Scuba diving is available in the surroundings.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast info

Continental

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
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1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
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1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
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1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Francisca
Portugal Portugal
“Great vibe, owners always about and super caring of your comfort and feedback. Everything works in the room well and you have what is necessary for a comfortable stay. Take-away breakfast was included in the snorkeling trip which was a nice touch....”
Edelstein
Israel Israel
“Excellent pool, true beach vibes while not on the beach. Great team and vibes. Nice breakfast and Coffe! Excellent hostel.”
Raquel
Portugal Portugal
“I was quite surprised with this hostel! Staff is extremely friendly and welcoming, food is delicious and the location is just perfect! The lounge, dining and pool area are awesome!! You wouldn't tell you are in a hostel”
Alicia
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“This place is magic. But the atmosphere and people are what makes it magic”
Natalie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location was brilliant, a very short walk to the beach! The room was perfect and the balcony area was a lovely added touch. The food was also delicious! We would stay again.”
Ingrid
Norway Norway
“Amazing hotel with a beautiful area and cosy atmosphere. Perfect location, just 3 min walk to the beach. The staff are so friendly and helpful, the food I good. The rooms are good.”
Nursediego
Australia Australia
“That is a hostel that offers you a resort experience, so it's perfect. And they are just starting, I wish I could come back in a couple of months to see everything they are creating there.”
Rodion
Russia Russia
“It was one of The best hostels experience I'd ever have. King size bed in a dorm, everything was clean and fresh. Stuff change sheets every day. Also we had workout gym, free breakfast and nice swimming pool. They cook great food and cocktails . I...”
Daniel
Canada Canada
“Stayed for 6 nights, great resort like vibe, nice pool and restaurant area, amazing staff. Met some other great travellers at the hostel too.”
Imane
Denmark Denmark
“My stay here was absolutely wonderful. Everything went smoothly, and the staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. I felt well taken care of throughout my stay and would highly recommend this place 😍”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    African • Chinese • Indian • Italian • Korean • Mexican • Seafood • Sushi • Russian • Asian • Latin American
  • Ambiance
    Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.