Equalia boutique hotel

Hotels
8 (178 reviews)
Jambini beach , Jambiani , tz

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Express check-in/check-out
Tour desk
Ironing service
Car hire
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location by the beach
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Noisy rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
6.96
Multiple mentions of cleanliness issues, including insects and dusty floors.
Service
8.43
Generally friendly staff, but some reports of unavailability and unhelpfulness.
Location
8.97
Great beachfront location, close to restaurants; highly recommended.
Room Quality
6.92
Many rooms reported as small, outdated, and noisy.
Amenities
7.95
Basic amenities present, but some guests felt improvements are needed.
Value for Money
7.41
Some guests felt the price was too high for the offered quality.
Food and Beverage
8.96
Positive mention of dining quality.
Overall Experience
8.43
Mixed reviews, leaning towards dissatisfaction in areas but favorable location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 18:27

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Sea Views

Exquisite Dining Experience

Convenient Amenities for a Relaxing Stay

Experience a luxurious stay at Equalia boutique hotel, where every room offers stunning sea views and is equipped with modern amenities. Indulge in a diverse dining experience at our on-site restaurant, offering African, American, and Middle Eastern cuisine, with vegetarian and halal options available upon request. Enjoy convenient amenities such as a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, and free WiFi throughout the property. Additionally, take advantage of our bike and car hire services to explore the popular cycling routes and nearby attractions. Book your stay now at Equalia boutique hotel for a truly memorable experience.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 178 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.96
Service: 8.43
Location: 8.97
Room Quality: 6.92
Amenities: 7.95
Value for Money: 7.41
Food and Beverage: 8.96
Overall Experience: 8.43
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Miroslaw couple pl
10
Wspaniałe miejsce,piękny widok na ocean i spokojna atmosfera sprawiają że można się tu naprawdę zrelaksować.Obsługa bard
Pros:

Piękne miejsce z cudownym widokiem na ocean ,dużym plusem jest że hotel położony jest bezpośrednio przy plaży

Cons:

Czasami zdarzają się przerwy w dostawie prądu,co jest typowe dla wyspy i niezależne od hotelu

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Josh couple za
9
Pros:

We absolutely loved our stay at Equalia Boutique Hotel!
The staff were friendly and helpful, the atmosphere was wonderful and the location is first class! We loved being right on the beach and being able to immerse ourselves in the culture and spend time with the amazing people of Jambiani! We would highly recommend Equalia Boutique Hotel!

2026-02-08 via Nuitee
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Visser couple nl
4
Pros:

De ligging en het personeel zelf

Cons:

De kamer en vooral het bed. Stroomuitval, wat niet opgevangen wordt en erg lang duurt

2026-01-31 via Nuitee
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Simone Louise extended_group nl
6
Overall, the stay had a mix of positives and negatives. The location is beautiful and peaceful, and the staff, especiall
Pros:

The property is in an amazing location right next to the beach in rural Jambiani, a lovely, quiet, and peaceful village. The seaweed farms in the ocean create a unique and beautiful view. The ocean-view rooms are the best, so I’d definitely recommend booking one of those.

Cons:

I do want to be honest about a few things. The local men next door were often very noisy at night, frequently drunk, and quite pushy when trying to sell tours, which made things uncomfortable at times. One guy grabbing my arm and I did feel unsafe at some point. The Polish family managing the hotel have limited English skills, and mostly only their young daughter could answer questions, which was sometimes challenging. They were also not around very often.

I also found some cockroaches in the room. The room I booked did not have a sea view and felt quite expensive for what was offered. The property could use some renovation — the roof leaks when it rains, which made having breakfast difficult without food getting wet.

That said, the place definitely has potential, and a few improvements could make a big difference. The cleaner and the chef were both very kind and pleasant.

2026-01-25 via Nuitee
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MOHAMED solo_traveller tz
1
Worst experience ever
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

No electricity, the AC weren’t working. Poor customer service from the owner to the management

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Lina couple se
6
2026-01-16 via Nuitee
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beth solo_traveller it
1
I didn’t stay i demanded a refund, god knows why the mattress had to be emergency changed.
Pros:

I booked this place and went to check in but was told that the room would be a different one as the mattress needed changing, it was dark weird and seedy i have no idea what was going on there but I demanded a refund and went somewhere else, there’s a seedy part of Zanzibar and I feel the people who like that stay there

Cons:

Weird vibe, dark, not value for any money even in peak season, the receptionist was nice bit the owner who didn’t speak any English was hovering around and i don’t know what she was saying, luckily they allowed me to cancel, i would not have paid ten euro for that room.

2026-01-05 via Nuitee
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GIUSEPPE solo_traveller it
7
Splendida vista sul mare
Pros:

La bellissima vista sul mare, la posizione direttamente sulla spiaggia, lo spazio comune con lettini, dondolo e bar ristorante, elegantemente arredato.

Cons:

Lo staff era poco presente e non particolarmente accogliente. Continui salti di corrente che facevano mancare l'aria condizionata per svariate ore, ma non so quanto questo problema sia da attribuire alla struttura o alla rete elettrica, perché lo staff non ci ha dato spiegazioni.

2026-01-05 via Nuitee
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Yousef couple be
4
Bonitas vistas , mala estancia
Pros:

Las vistas

Cons:

No me gustó como trata a sus empleados, y la poca amabilidad y empatía que tienen con la gente , solo la tiene con su gente , wifi no funciona la electricidad no funciona bien cada x tiempo se apaga y el aire acondicionado le falta mantenimiento y no funciona como debe , la puerta está llena de agujeros desde afuera te pueden espiar ,

2025-12-28 via Nuitee
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Patrick family_with_children fr
1
fuyez cet établissement qui vous berne en vous promettant le remboursement en passant par booking !
Pros:

il nous a été impossible de dormir une des 3 nuits réservée. un générateur electrique tourne contre le mur de la chambre et des insectes grignotent sans cesse le mobilier de la chambre. nous avons annoncé renoncer à continuer notre séjour et avons demandé le remboursement à la gérante. celle ci est polonaise et ne parlait pas anglais ! après plusieurs echanges par traducteur, elle nous explique qu'il n'y a aucun soucis pour nous rembourser mais que nous devions passer par booking pour le faire. nous avons alerter le jour même booking qui nous a expliquer qu'ils s'en occupaient. rien jusqu'au 22 septembre,date du deuxième appel vers booking qui se chargeait normalement de finaliser cette déconvenue. à nouveau rien en date du 3 octobre et booking qui repond simplement que l'hotel ne répond pas à leur mail !!! BRAVO au numéro 1 mondial qu'est BOOKING pour la protection du client. je précise que j'ai racheté deux nuits à nouveau chez BOOKING, pas chez un autre concurrent...

Cons:

impossible de dormir, nuisance sonore interne et externe à la chambre...

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
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Candice extended_group fr
9
Simple mais efficace
Pros:

Un hôtel pieds dans l'eau, très bien situé à Jambiani. Les chambres sont fonctionnelles et mention special à la cuisine proposée: on y mange très bien !

Cons:

Le prix des chambres est un peu élevé.

2025-10-01 via Nuitee
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Tebogo couple za
4
2025-08-31 via Nuitee
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Lisa extended_group th
3
Für eine Nacht in Ordnung, aber nicht empfehlenswert!
Pros:

Das Hotel ist direkt am Meer und in der Nähe sind viele kleine Restaurants.
Das Personal, beim Frühstück sehr nett.

Cons:

Das Hotel ist sehr in die Jahre gekommen, herunter gekommen. Decke brüchig, Einrichtung lieblos und sehr wenig Platz.
Die Besitzer sind zudem sehr unfreundlich und nicht gerade präsent und hilfsbereit. Selbst ein Taxi mussten wir uns selber bestellen.

2025-08-25 via Nuitee
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rafidah extended_group my
3
Other than its location, this place needs a lot of improvements
Pros:

Beachfront even though we cannot see the beach from our room

Cons:

Small room, no blanket. Sandy and dusty floor. No floor mat, broken toilet seat

2025-08-21 via Nuitee
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segopolo solo_traveller kr
6
Grear location but could use some revamping.
Pros:

The hotel was literally on the beach. My room was ocean facing with a great view of the ocean and beach. The staff were a bit unorganised but were very helpful and attentive. It was really nice having breakfast on the beach listening to the sound of waves. Also, the wifi was great.

Cons:

I arrived at night at 10pm at night and it seemed like they weren’t expecting me. I was just ushered into my room without any proper checking in and information. My room seemed a bit disorganised but decent.

2025-08-02 via Nuitee
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Irene extended_group es
6
Cons:

No hi ha gaire bé Personal per atendre‘t. Les instal·lacions podrien estar molt més ben ateses pel preu que val. La zona no es la millor perque no te platja quan puja la marea.

2025-07-28 via Nuitee
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Najaat couple za
3
Unhappy
Pros:

I loved the location. The staff was friendly.

Cons:

The owners make you feel extremely uncomfortable. The bed was very lumpy. I asked if they have a hair dryer and I am still waiting on an answer.

2025-07-23 via Nuitee
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Beata couple pl
10
Pros:

Wspaniały, kameralny hotelik. Ocean na wyciągnięcie ręki. Wspaniała szefowa Asia! Pyszne śniadania! Polecam gorąco!

2025-07-18 via Nuitee
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Dorcus Maleme couple za
10
2025-07-11 via Nuitee
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Maurine young couple ke
7
Good
Pros:

Overall, I had a lovely stay! The room had a breathtaking ocean view exactly as shown in the pictures.Waking up to that view every day was a highlight of my trip. The room itself was very clean and comfortable.

The food was absolutely scrumptious kudos to the chef for such delicious meals! Every dish was well-prepared and flavorful. The staff were incredibly friendly, attentive, and professional. Their top-notch service made me feel truly welcome throughout my stay.

If you're looking for a relaxing and luxurious getaway with beautiful views and amazing service, this is the place to be. Highly recommended!

Cons:

There were a couple of things to keep in mind. Blankets weren’t provided in the room, which was a bit unexpected. Also, their tax policy could be clearer. Payment is required in cash only, so be sure to bring some with you. Additionally, the tax is charged per person, not per room, which I only found out during my stay. I wish they could indicate on the booking .com for better clarity. The location was a bit tricky, too. It’s not the easiest to find on your own, especially if you're new, so using a cab is the best option. At first glance, the area might not seem impressive, but don’t let that fool you. Once you get inside and see the beachfront view, you’ll fall in love.

2025-05-28 via Nuitee