Babalao Rooftop Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (85 reviews)
paje street zanzibar , Paje , tz

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Facilities

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Car hire
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Good food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room discomfort due to heat
Safety concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
5.75
There are concerns raised about safety and cleanliness, especially with reports of theft and the condition of the rooms.
Service
9.75
Overall positive feedback regarding the staff; described as helpful and friendly.
Location
9.75
Multiple reviews highlight the hotel's excellent location near the beach and local amenities.
Room Quality
7.75
Mentioned issues with air conditioning and overall discomfort in rooms due to heat and humidity.
Amenities
6.75
Facilities such as the pool and maintenance issues were encountered, leading to lower ratings.
Value for Money
9.25
General satisfaction expressed by guests considering the location and service provided.
Food and Beverage
9.75
Positive feedback on breakfast and food quality has been reported.
Overall Experience
9.25
Overall feedback shows a mix of positive and negative elements, balancing to an acceptable experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 18:47

Property Description

Stunning Rooftop Views
Experience breathtaking sunsets and panoramic views from the rooftop terrace at Babalao Rooftop Hotel. The perfect spot to unwind and enjoy a drink at the bar while taking in the picturesque surroundings.

Comfortable Rooms with Balconies
Relax in the comfort of your room with a private balcony overlooking the vibrant town of Paje. Each room is equipped with modern amenities and a private bathroom for a truly relaxing stay.

Convenient Services and Nearby Attractions
Enjoy the convenience of airport transfers and car rental services offered by the hotel. Explore the nearby Paje Beach just a short walk away or take a day trip to the stunning Jozani Forest for a memorable adventure.

Book your stay at Babalao Rooftop Hotel now and make unforgettable memories in Paje!

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 85 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.75
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.75
Room Quality: 7.75
Amenities: 6.75
Value for Money: 9.25
Food and Beverage: 9.75
Overall Experience: 9.25
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Asif • couple • mw
7
2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Adrienn • couple • hu
3
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Grzegorz • couple • pl
7
2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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Elena • extended_group • es
8
Buena estancia
Pros:

Muy próximo a la playa. Personal amable.

Cons:

Deberían tener más precaución con las cortinas y su sistema de anclaje ya que se cae con facilidad y lastima al viajero. En nuestro caso, se nos cayó 5 veces entre las 2 habitaciones que reservamos y en uno de los casos, causó un corte por el golpe, traumatismo.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Chimwemwe • couple • zm
6
No a/c but the ceiling fan gets the job done. Everything else was amazing, the stuff was welcoming and ready to assi
Pros:

Strong WiFi, rooftop, pool, 2 minutes walk to the beach

Cons:

Room smells dumpy, no air conditioning

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Aissata • couple • fr
10
Pros:

Lieu propre avec un personnel et propriétaire amical gentil serviable
Ils vous aident à obtenir et faire de votre séjour un moment inoubliable
Localisation parfaite pour la plage et autres activités sur cette île

2026-01-14 • via Nuitee
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Jürgen • couple • ma
7
2026-01-13 • via Nuitee
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Aleš • couple • si
10
2026-01-09 • via Nuitee
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Jan • couple • sk
6
2026-01-07 • via Nuitee
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Lisborg • extended_group • dk
8
Verdensklasse personale og lækker pool samt morgenmad til prisen
Pros:

Virkelig godt personale, især ham der serverer morgenmaden + ejeren der gav os lov til at holde noget pre med vores venner

Cons:

Rigtig lækker pool og godt personale

2026-01-07 • via Nuitee
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sergio • couple • it
8
2025-12-27 • via Nuitee
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Larissa • couple • au
8
Would come back anytime
Pros:

We really liked Babalao because of the friebdly people, the nice rooftop pool and the good breakfast. We recommend the hotel and would come back anytime!

Cons:

No AC, so the rooms do get very hot...

2025-12-17 • via Nuitee
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Nic3vaT • couple • mu
8
2025-12-16 • via Nuitee
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Piotr • extended_group • pl
1
Terrible place
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

A terrible place. We were robbed by the staff. We reported the matter to the police. They stole 300 dollars and 300 euros. The owner said he didn't have the money to pay us back because he wasn't having any guests. It's not worth staying there, even for free. We were there with a small child and after two nights we changed hotels because it was unsafe. These are dangerous people; they should be in prison, not working in a hotel.

2025-12-07 • via Nuitee
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Frankie • solo_traveller • es
9
Pros:

Location was perfect

2025-12-02 • via Nuitee
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Ba • solo_traveller • fr
10
bel endroit
Pros:

l'emplacement, l'espace et le personnel agréable

2025-12-01 • via Nuitee
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carlos • extended_group • es
1
Nefasto
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

La habitación no tenía aire acondicionado, el calor y humedad de esta noche ha sido infrahumano, no hemos dormido nada. La única opción de ventana era la puerta que obviamente no íbamos a dejar abierta toda la noche. Si queréis dormir alojaros en otro sitio.

2025-11-26 • via Nuitee
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ArcoTraveler • couple • it
3
Pros:

La colazione era buona.. e la stanza era grossa abbastanza ma mancava di climatizzatore e di luce. Inoltre ho potuto parcheggiare lo scooter dentro la struttura.

Cons:

Struttura quasi impossibile da raggiungere se non con un piccolo scooter o a piedi. Stanze non climatizzate ma con ventola a soffitto non funzionante per cui temperatura e umidità folli.. Continue mancanze di elettricità e nessun generatore. Piscina minuscola con acqua torbida. Porta di ingresso sempre aperta e senza alcuna sicurezza, infatti c'è stato un furto in una camera vicino alla nostra. Letto in muratura senza rete e con solo un materasso buttato sopra.

2025-11-15 • via Nuitee
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Shamsu • couple • tz
10
2025-11-15 • via Nuitee
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Tanja • couple • de
8
Alles super. Wir kommen wieder ☺️
2025-11-08 • via Nuitee