Ifa Beach Resort - Jambiani (Zanzibar)

$$$$||View on mapJambiani (Zanzibar), TanzaniaJambiani South, Jambiani (Zanzibar), Tanzania|
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Ifa Beach Resort - Jambiani (Zanzibar)
Jambiani South, Jambiani (Zanzibar), Tanzania·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.6Very good
Highest Rated
Staff8.8
Location8.5
Free WiFi8.2
Lowest Rated
Cleanliness7.7
Value for money7.7
Comfort7.5
Facilities7.3
Who stays here
Families55%
Couples27%
Groups10%
Solo7%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.6Very good
Highest Rated
Staff8.8
Location8.5
Free WiFi8.2
Lowest Rated
Cleanliness7.7
Value for money7.7
Comfort7.5
Facilities7.3
Who stays here
Families55%
Couples27%
Groups10%
Solo7%

3-star beachfront resort on Jambiani Beach offering Zanzibari-style bungalows, a spa, and local village tours.

Accommodations

The Ifa Beach Resort has family rooms and interconnecting bungalows with Zanzibari design elements. Each room includes a private bathroom with hot water, air conditioning, and a balcony or terrace. Some bungalows offer direct sea views and garden views.

Dining & Amenities

The resort's restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a menu that includes fruits, kids' meals, and special diet options. A bar on-site offers drinks, and guests can use the BBQ facilities and picnic area in the garden. Complimentary breakfast and airport shuttle services are provided.

Activities & Entertainment

Ifa Beach Resort offers water sports such as snorkeling and diving, plus bicycle rentals for exploring Jambiani. Guests can join planned tours that collaborate with local villagers, including visits to Kuza Cave and the Zanzibar Butterfly Centre. The hotel also has a kids' club, outdoor play equipment, and a trampoline.

Wellness & Relaxation

The onsite spa and wellness centre provides a variety of massage services, including full body, foot, and head massages. A spa lounge/relaxation area and a massage chair are available. The outdoor swimming pool has a separate kids' pool, and sun loungers and umbrellas are set on the beachfront.

Location & Services

The hotel sits directly on Jambiani Beach, 35 miles from Zanzibar City and 35 miles from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. A 24-hour front desk, tour desk, and concierge service assist with car hire, shuttle service, and luggage storage. Free WiFi, free parking, and safety deposit boxes are available throughout the property.

  • Location: Directly on Jambiani Beach, 35 miles from Zanzibar City
  • Rooms: Zanzibari-style bungalows with sea or garden views
  • Dining: On-site restaurant with special diet menus and BBQ facilities
  • Wellness: Spa with massage services, spa lounge, and massage chair
  • Activities: Snorkeling, diving, bicycle rentals, and planned village tours
  • Family: Kids' club, interconnecting rooms, kids' pool, and outdoor play equipment
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 13:00-23:59
from 05:00-10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no cribs provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:13
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Rooms and availability

Budget Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
Standard Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
Deluxe Triple Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • Sea view
  • Shower
  • Balcony
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Baggage storage

Baggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Picnic area/ Tables

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Back massage

Head massage

Full body massage

Spa & wellness center

Sports & Fitness

  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car rental
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Children's menu
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Spa & wellness center
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Public Bath

Room view

  • Sea view
  • Garden view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
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Essential information about Ifa Beach Resort

💵 Lowest room price 126 US$
📏 Distance to center 200 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 33.8 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Kisauni, ZNZ

Location

Jambiani South, Jambiani (Zanzibar), Tanzania
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Jambiani South, Jambiani (Zanzibar), Tanzania
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Jambiani South, Jambiani (Zanzibar), Tanzania
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Reviews of Ifa Beach Resort

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