You might be eligible for a Genius discount at Hostel 197. To check if a Genius discount is available for your selected dates sign in.
Genius discounts at this property are subject to book dates, stay dates and other available deals.
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 9.5 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Sign in, save money
Guest reviews
Categories:
Select topics to read reviews:
Guests who stayed here loved
- Joshua
United Kingdom“Free breakfast was amazing, and the staff were super friendly and helpful whenever you needed them, really recommend” 
Kai United Kingdom“This hostel is truly a hidden gem in the centre of Nungwi. After climbing Kili, it exceeded all expectations! the perfect balance between just relaxing and socialising with other travellers. The beach is only a couple of minutes’ walk away, where...”- Chirag
Tanzania“The atmosphere here is absolutely incredible — full of energy, good vibes, and a real sense of community. It’s without a doubt the best hostel in Zanzibar! From the staff to the activities, everything makes you feel welcome and part of something...” - Dina
Singapore“Very good value for money and a few minutes walk from the beach. The private room was spacious and clean and shower was good. The pool area is nice and chill. The place is new plus the owner is very receptive to feedback so there’s a lot of...” - Igor
Russia“This is the best hostel in Nungwi, and I think it's much better than many star hotels. It's new, has spacious grounds, a pool, and a beach volleyball court. The host, Gokhan, goes out of his way to make your stay as comfortable as possible. He's...” - Sylvia
South Africa“Everything is was nice and it still new. Doesn't look like hostel, worth every penny and the host very friendly” - Natalia
Spain“This place is absolutely amazing, a true oasis in the middle of the village. The breakfast is delicious, and the staff make everything so easy and enjoyable. The beach is just a 5-minute walk away. I would definitely recommend it and would love to...” - Dorothy
Kenya“The place was beautiful! Better than I expected. The location was fantastic. So close to all the facilities and near the beach.” - Chiara
Italy“We had a wonderful two-night stay at this new hostel and truly felt at home from the moment we arrived. Johnny and Gökhan were exceptional hosts—warm, attentive, and always ready to help. We even had an unexpected emergency during our stay, and...” - Viviana
Germany“We had a great stay – the staff was always friendly and attentive, everything was very clean, and the stylish interior felt welcoming. The food was delicious and the outdoor area with the pool, volleyball court and table soccer was a real...”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineAfrican • Chinese • Indian • Italian • Korean • Mexican • Seafood • Sushi • Russian • Asian • Latin American
- AmbianceTraditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
