Title: Swahili Beach Bums Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=124946171&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Swahili Beach Bums Beachfront, with outdoor pool ## Photo gallery for Swahili Beach Bums ![Property grounds - Swahili Beach Bums (Jambiani)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124950000/124946200/124946171/31247430.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Swahili Beach Bums (Jambiani)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124950000/124946200/124946171/a3a55247.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room, Patio, Beach View | In-room safe, free WiFi - Swahili Beach Bums (Jambiani)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124950000/124946200/124946171/f0331cf7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas - Swahili Beach Bums (Jambiani)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124950000/124946200/124946171/6d40c041.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Swahili Beach Bums (Jambiani)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124950000/124946200/124946171/378bfb40.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a beach bar and a terrace at Swahili Beach Bums. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as a firepit and a garden. ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Bar £16 includes taxes & fees 6 Mar - 7 Mar ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04&selected=124946171&PinnedHotelID=124946171&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04&selected=124946171&PinnedHotelID=124946171&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05&selected=124946171&PinnedHotelID=124946171&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05&selected=124946171&PinnedHotelID=124946171&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=124946171&PinnedHotelID=124946171&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=124946171&PinnedHotelID=124946171&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=124946171&PinnedHotelID=124946171&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=124946171&PinnedHotelID=124946171&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Patio, Beach View ![Deluxe Double Room, Patio, Beach View | In-room safe, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124950000/124946200/124946171/ca9271e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, Patio, Beach View ### Highlights Patio Air conditioning 2 bathrooms Private bathroom In-room safe Daily housekeeping In-room massage - Beach view - 592 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Double Room, Patio, Beach View ![Comfort Double Room, Patio, Beach View | In-room safe, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124950000/124946200/124946171/05537dd5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double Room, Patio, Beach View ### Highlights Patio 2 bathrooms Private bathroom In-room safe Daily housekeeping In-room massage - Beach view - 592 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Basic Double Room, Patio, Beach View ![Basic Double Room, Patio, Beach View | In-room safe, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124950000/124946200/124946171/fa27d4db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Double Room, Patio, Beach View ### Highlights Patio 2 bathrooms Private bathroom In-room safe Daily housekeeping In-room massage - Beach view - 592 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Basic Double Room, Patio, Ocean View ![Basic Double Room, Patio, Ocean View | In-room safe, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124950000/124946200/124946171/e107734f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Double Room, Patio, Ocean View ### Highlights Patio Air conditioning Private bathroom In-room safe Daily housekeeping In-room massage - Ocean view - 431 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Classic Shared Dormitory, Patio, Beach View ![Classic Shared Dormitory, Patio, Beach View | In-room safe, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124950000/124946200/124946171/879f7249.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Shared Dormitory, Patio, Beach View ### Highlights Patio Air conditioning Private bathroom In-room safe Daily housekeeping In-room massage - Beach view - 431 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 3 Single Bunk Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Jambiani travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jambiani.dx6055028) [View more B&B in Jambiani](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jambiani-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d6055028-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-6.32252%2C39.54918&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YaIrbcXOyPzlD1vZ_Zs2vDYKEnQ=) 32 Jambiani Village, Jambiani, Unguja South Region, 72108 ### What's nearby - ![Jambiani Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6120028/a61c734e-3ce5-41eb-bcc8-8f43cdeb4e89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Jambiani Beach 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![This restaurant will be sure to offer you a meal to remember. Excellent fresh pasta and seafood with seaview all around! #WeLoveOurMarkets #LifeAtExpedia #Africa #Zanzibar #restaurant #bucketlist](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000000096/d3c44f74-c8ba-4ace-922a-c30b25a9f625.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Pingwe Beach 22 min drive \- 14.6 miles - Kite Centre Zanzibar 6 min drive \- 3.5 miles - Paje Beach 7 min drive \- 4.2 miles - Kuza Cave 7 min drive \- 1.9 miles ### Getting around - Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) 90 min drive ### Restaurants - Your Zanzibar Place 7 min drive - B4 Beach Club 7 min drive - Pompetti Restaurant of Zanzibar 3 min drive - Coco Beach Hotel & Restaurant 18 min walk - Gadea Garden Restaurant 15 min walk ## About this property ### Swahili Beach Bums Bed & breakfast near Jambiani Beach At Swahili Beach Bums, you can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a beach bar and a terrace. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a firepit and a garden. Additional perks include: - An outdoor pool along with free cabanas, sunloungers and pool umbrellas - Free self-parking - A free beach club on-site, tour/ticket information and charcoal grills - A TV in reception, luggage storage and a gift shop Room features All guestrooms at Swahili Beach Bums boast comforts such as free WiFi and safes. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room Property Registration Number Yes ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Swahili Beach Bums have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Swahili Beach Bums? ### Is Swahili Beach Bums pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Swahili Beach Bums? ### What time is check-in at Swahili Beach Bums? ### What time is check-out at Swahili Beach Bums? ### Where is Swahili Beach Bums located? ## Have a question? 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