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Gaia Villas

3.0 star property
Travelers enjoy poolside relaxation or venture to nearby beaches after starting their day with a hearty breakfast at this tranquil retreat

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Located near Nungwi Beach, Gaia Villas offers a full breakfast, coffee shop, and garden setting. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi and a refreshing outdoor pool. The 24-hour front desk and laundry services ensure a convenient, worry-free experience.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Room options

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Double Room, Garden View, Poolside

Double Room, Garden View, Poolside

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds
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About the area

Nungwi is home to Gaia Villas. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nungwi Beach and Kendwa Beach. Nungwi Natural Aquarium and Mnarani Natural Aquarium are also worth visiting. Scuba diving, snorkeling, and boat tours offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. Visit our Nungwi travel guide
Map
Baobab Road, Nungwi, Zanzibar

What's nearby

  • Nungwi Beach
    Nungwi Beach
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Panorama of Zanzibar shore with sandy beach,luxury resort and thatch stilt house restaurant at sunset. Summer travel in Zanzibar, Africa,Tanzania.
    Kendwa Beach
    17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium
    Mnarani Natural Aquarium
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Nungwi Sunrise Point
    4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)
    95 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tam Tam Restaurant
    8 min walk
  • The Corner
    7 min walk
  • Makofi Pizza Bar
    5 min walk
  • M&J Cafe
    11 min walk
  • Fish Market Local Restaurant
    16 min walk

About this property

Gaia Villas

Hotel near Nungwi Beach
You can look forward to free full breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden at Gaia Villas. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Beach towels, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Gaia Villas have comforts such as pillow menus and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and shampoo
  • Furnished balconies or patios, mini fridges, and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit 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
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Does Gaia Villas have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Gaia Villas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gaia Villas?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Gaia Villas?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gaia Villas located?

Situated in Nungwi, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Nungwi Beach and Kendwa Beach. Nungwi Natural Aquarium and Mnarani Natural Aquarium are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Gaia Villas Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel within walking distance to the beach and restaurants. Staff were excellent and very helpful. Beautiful gardens around the hotel and pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sinah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely breakfast, great tips for the area and a sweet host - we had an amazing time! Thanks for your flexibility!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I had a short stay but I loved how nestled I felt on the property grounds. If you are looking for a place that will give you peace and serenity, This is it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Padou

Liked: Amenities
I will definitely came back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ashmira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Gaia Villas in Zanzibar was absolutely incredible! From the moment we arrived, we felt completely at peace. The property is stunning—tucked away in a serene setting that makes you feel like you’ve found your own little paradise. It’s quiet, beautifully maintained, and the perfect place to relax and recharge. Tanya, the owner, personally greeted us and gave us a run down of the property and the town. She even arranged transport from the airport for us beforehand and gave us recommendations on excursions and things to do in the area. Isiah was also amazing. We loved talking to him everyday and also really appreciated his recommendations. One of the highlights was definitely the breakfast each morning. Everything was so fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared—it was the perfect start to our days. You could really taste the care and quality in every bite. The combination of the peaceful atmosphere, the welcoming vibe, and the amazing food made this stay unforgettable. I can’t recommend Gaia Villas highly enough and would return in a heartbeat!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Die Mitarbeiter waren super freundlich und hilfsbereit, ein wunderschöner Pool der 24/7 genutzt werden kann
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un 10/10

Nos ha encantado. Quiero volver! Tan bonito, gente tan agradable, localizaciones perfecta!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super schöne Unterkunft, in der man den Urlaub perfekt genießen kann! Die Außenanlage inkl. Poolarea wirkte durch die vielen Pflanzen wie ein Paradies. Das Frühstück war sehr lecker und jeden Tag frisch sowie individuell zubereitet. Alle Angestellten waren zudem sehr freundlich und haben jeden Wunsch erfüllt. Tanya hat uns persönlich begrüßt und mit super wertvollen Tipps zur Umgebung ausgestattet. Lediglich die Bäder könnten modernisiert werden. Alles in allem jedoch ein top Preis-Leistungsverhältnis!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024