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10 Jul - 12 Jul
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17 Jul - 19 Jul

Our top choices for Bububu cheap hotels

Restaurant

The Rock Ocean View Hotel

The Rock Ocean View Hotel
3.0 star property
Bububu
4.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"Unsafe, bad neighborhood, multiple taxi drivers never heard of it."
United States
Joseph
The price is RM207
RM271 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
The Rock Ocean View Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Mangrove Lodge

Mangrove Lodge
3.0 star property
Bububu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (24 reviews)
"Wonderful place !"
Canada
Rodrigue
The price is RM389
RM480 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Mangrove Lodge
Beach/ocean view

Royal Cliff Zanzibar

Royal Cliff Zanzibar
3.5 star property
Bububu
7.4 out of 10, Good, (6 reviews)
"This villa hotel is very beautiful and clean. The view of the ocean is lovely. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Got great and fresh fruits from the trees with breakfast. The hotel offers nice tours, transportation, lunch and dinner for a great price. I and my family loved and enjoyed it."
United States
Mabruk
The price is RM305
RM351 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Royal Cliff Zanzibar
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Ngalawa Hotel & Resort

Ngalawa Hotel & Resort
4.0 star property
Bububu
6.4 out of 10, (20 reviews)
"Low season, terrible breakfast. Neighbour hotel chuini saved this stay with amazing lunch and dinner. Comfty beds. Friendly staff. "
Norway
Nadine Andrea
The price is RM361
RM456 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Ngalawa Hotel & Resort
Aerial view

Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK

Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK
4.0 star property
Bububu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (141 reviews)
"Great place! Humble resort team! This place is for the people who like to decompress! "
United States
Tewodros
The price is RM804
RM958 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK
Interior

Stonetown Tides Hotel

Stonetown Tides Hotel
3.0 star property
Stone Town
The price is RM180
RM239 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Stonetown Tides Hotel
On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach towels

Tembo B&B Apartments

Tembo B&B Apartments
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (137 reviews)
"Great ocean/beach location, breakfast had good selection. The on-site manager was very accommodating."
Canada
harold
The price is RM265
RM346 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Tembo B&B Apartments
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Spice Palace Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel
3.5 star property
Stone Town
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (159 reviews)
"very good location of the hotel :) the staff is very friendly"
United States
leonid
The price is RM262
RM334 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Spice Palace Hotel
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Dhow Palace Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (368 reviews)
"Good breakfast, very boutique, heritage style hotel showing history given it's located in historic Stone Town. Very good vibes, accessible to most locations from waterfront, to infamous fish market, to excellent restaurants, stores etc."
United States
Chaitanya
The price is RM287
RM370 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Dhow Palace Hotel
Restaurant

Habari House

Habari House
2.5 star property
Stone Town
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"Traditional stone town house hotel with a really warm welcome from the lovely family who own it. Great location with an easy safe short walk to the main hotspots and the night food market and sea jumping zone. "
United Kingdom
Nadine
The price is RM336
RM419 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Habari House
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Top Bububu Hotel Reviews

Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel

8/10 Good
"if noise is a problem, make sure to request a quiet room away from the construction area and lower floors away from the music on the roftop."
fadi 5-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Maru Maru Hotel
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent
"Rooms clean, staff friendly, good service and always with a smile. Never seems crowded and always sunbeds etc available. Not much for kids to do although we don’t have kids I would say this is more of an adults destination in general. We stayed after doing safari in Kenya and paid less than those booking a package and then doing day safaris to mainland. So booking separately works out better all round. Beach is tidal and a walk on the reef with a local is well worth it discuss a price or give $10-$20 and I guarantee you will see more than walking alone"
Cathryn 9-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

Frequently asked questions

What is Bububu like for travellers on a budget?
Bububu offers cheap accommodation options and a range of things to see and do, making it a great holiday choice for budget-conscious travellers. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions such as Siso Spice Farm, Kidichi Spice Farm and Masingini Forest.
What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Bububu?
Based on our traveller reviews, Salhiya Lodge - Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay.
When is the best time for a budget trip to Bububu?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Bububu, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually March and February, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are August and July, with an average of 25°C. The rainiest months in Bububu are April, May, March and November, with each month seeing an average of 206 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Bububu?
You don't need to spend a lot to take advantage of things to see and do in Bububu. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, and then make time for activities that cost little or nothing at all. Check out the area's cultural spots like House of Wonders and Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum), or get outdoors at Masingini Forest.
How can I get to Bububu and get around on a budget?
Looking at these ways to get around Bububu is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The nearest airport is 8.3 mi (13.3 km) from the centre in Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.). Bububu may not have many public transport choices so a rental car could be a reasonable alternative to explore the area.