Hostel 197

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Scored 9.5
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.7

About this property

Prime Location: Hostel 197 in Nungwi offers a 4-minute walk to Nungwi Beach and is 61 km from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. Nearby attractions include Kichwele Forest Reserve (42 km) and Mangapwani Coral Cave (40 km). Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a private beach area, fitness centre, garden, terrace, restaurant, bar, and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, hairdryers, showers, terraces, balconies, and garden or pool views. Additional amenities include a coffee shop, outdoor fireplace, and free on-site parking. Dining Experience: The restaurant serves African, Chinese, Indian, Italian, Korean, Mexican, Seafood, sushi, Russian, Asian, and Latin American cuisines. Breakfast is continental, and meals include brunch, lunch, dinner, high tea, and cocktails.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

Continental

Free private parking available on-site

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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

Maisy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I absolutely loved how clean and beautiful my stay was! I cannot recommend it enough. There were so many solo travellers, groups, loads of friendly people to talk to. As well as all the staff being so warm and welcoming”
Kosir
Slovenia Slovenia
“From the moment I arrived, the staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming. The whole property is beautiful – a big refreshing pool surrounded by palm trees, relaxing chill-out spots, and fun cocktail happy hours. The breakfasts were honestly the...”
Noa
Israel Israel
“The best hostel I've been to to date! I've traveled to many countries but this is truly a high-class hostel, including breakfast, a pool, bunk beds the size of a double bed, a clean and cozy space, Gonny the most charming owner in the world,...”
James
Rwanda Rwanda
“Well the location was quite close to the beach which i wanted, and i loved it for that. I loved that the place is very private that you truly can be yourself at anytime you want. The interaction of the workers and the clients is very friendly...”
Laxmi
Gibraltar Gibraltar
“I really liked the friendly staff, the chilled vibe, and especially the pool, which was great to relax in after a hot day. The location was also very convenient.”
Laís
Brazil Brazil
“I was welcomed incredibly well at the hostel! All the staff are very sweet, attentive, and made me truly feel at home. The room is extremely clean, fragrant, and comfortable, with plenty of privacy, plus an individual light and power outlets by...”
Tobias
Netherlands Netherlands
“Dorms were really good and fresh. The owners really listen to your feedback to make it even better.”
Katharina
Germany Germany
“Perfect location with super nice staff. very good in- box communication.”
Gemma
Ireland Ireland
“Stunning place! Breakfast was always great and the best coffee I've had in a while!!”
Osailan
Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
“The place is amazing, very cozy, food is good , staff are very friendly you can ask them for anything thing and they will always help. The location is just 5 minutes walk to the beach. Highly recommended and definitely I will be there again.”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    African • Chinese • Indian • Italian • Korean • Mexican • Seafood • Sushi • Russian • Asian • Latin American
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambiance
    Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

House rules

Hostel 197 takes special requests - add in the next step!
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
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
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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.