The Garten Living

The staff were incredibly warm and welcoming, and the welcome drink was both delicious and refreshing! The room came with a detailed local guidebook for the whole Zanzibar Island, which was super helpful. Breakfast was different every day, with plenty of options and great flavors. We asked the manager to recommend a kitesurfing school, it turned out to be excellent, and we had a fantastic time learning! Even after checkout time, the manager kindly let us take a shower before leaving, much appreciated! We’ll definitely stay here again next time!

The sink drained a bit slowly, and there were occasional power cuts at night, but that’s an island thing.

Hospitality was beyond words could appreciate. The place is absolutely stunning, I mean, it’s as serene as it gets. The Manager Bahar and staff welcome you with the warmest smiles. The breakfast was delicious and offered a great variety. Words don’t do this hidden gem justice. My trip to Zanzibar would not have been complete without my stay here. My only regret is not spending more time here. Please do yourself a favor and book your stay. Also, as a solo female traveler, it was amazing to feel the safety I felt here. They recommended the best places and even arranged my transport to the airport which was very early at 4am. As I left, I saw that they close the entrance and have a guard there. They really go above and beyond in every aspect. Wow. Una maravilla!

I can’t think of a single thing that I didn’t like!

The Garten Living is a great place to stay in Paje. The staff is super friendly, the room is clean and well maintained. The location is central and near all the hotspots. We loved it.

The decoration and how calm it was !

It didn’t have key access to the room and no iron in the room.

Everything! Especially the:1. People. They are very kind, hospitable, friendly, helpful… name it. The manager was very hands-on and you can see how she takes care of the people. They helped us with finding transpos and good food aside from their amazing cafe. They have the best coffee and food. Thank you for making our stay amazing!2. Location. Close to local restaurants, they have their own amazing cafe. Near by hospital and pharmacies as well. And the beach is just walking distance. It’s safe, too.3. Room. It’s cute. And I mean the cleanliness, the ambience, aesthetically done. so homy. The place is quiet, too.4. Security. Very safe stay. They have security at night. There are more things to mention. definitely a place to comeback. Thank you Sia, Andy, Angy, Noel Smile and Noel. You are all great!

If there is one thing I want I wish they can add in the place is a little fitness area. Just because ai always want to have time to maybe stretch, light liftings, or meditate. Other than that the place is amazing. 99% (I’ll leave they 1% for improvement)

I stayed at The Garten in Paje and had a wonderful experience. The room was spacious, simple, and decorated in a beautiful boho style, surrounded by greenery that gave it a very relaxing vibe. The staff were extremely welcoming and kind, always ready to help whenever needed.I originally booked for 2 nights but ended up extending my stay to 4 nights because of how cozy and quiet the place was. The location is also perfect—just a 5-minute walk from the beach and close to several great restaurants.Also they have the best burger in town! I really recommend it

Room boho style, shower, comfort bed, beautiful garden, and very good breakfast.Enjoyed their food and specially the Burger!

Amazing garden, amazing room. Bedsheets smell really good. They make such delicious burgers it’s a must try. 4mins walk from Paje beach. All the staff were so welcoming. I regretted so much that I didn’t book longer stay

Great location wise! Walking distance to the beach (5mins) and big plus no kids in the property

I really like the style, decorations, location, and the staff! They were so sweet and so willing to offer recommendations and help me with transportation

I wish the breakfast had a better set up

We loved the place! The Real meaning of Home Rooms are clean & neat, and very cozy The bed is very comfortable and soft Coffee is a must try! We’ve tried Cappuccino & Americano.Food is great (breakfast & dinner) you must try Texas burger & Beef Steak and the lime butter fish The whole menu you must to try it Vibes are so cozy over-there & the stuff are very friendly & helpfulWarming welcome Overall service is satisfying & we’re going to miss the place & the staff.Thanks to the owner Loay & Manager Bahar for guiding us to the places we have to visit.Very helpful and friendly Thanks to the staff; Noel, Noel, Andi, Sia, Hafez & Angel.

Nothing really everything is Great more than 5 stars

We had the pleasure of staying 10 days at Garten Living, and it truly felt like a home away from home. The owner, Mr. Lou’ai, was exceptionally friendly and went above and beyond to make our trip memorable. He was like our personal guide, recommending the best places to visit, the tastiest restaurants to try, and even giving us helpful tips about transportation.A heartfelt thanks also goes to Ms. Bahar, the lovely and welcoming manager, who instantly clicked with my wife and made us feel part of the family. The entire staff treated us with genuine kindness and respect, always professional, yet warm and approachable. And we can’t forget to mention the delicious food they serve, it was a highlight of our stay! Special thanks to Mr. Noel and the rest of the team for making everything perfect.If you’re planning a trip to Zanzibar, we highly recommend booking your stay at Garten Living, you’ll absolutely love it!

This hotel was incredibly aesthetic and perfect for anyone looking to experience a chill, laid-back lifestyle. I highly recommend it if you're after a unique and relaxing vibe.The food here was absolutely unbeatable, hands down the best you’ll find in Paje, I promise.The location is fantastic: just a 7-minute walk to the beach, close to supermarkets, and surrounded by great restaurants — all within walking distance.The staff were super friendly, and the owner was an absolute sweetheart — so warm and welcoming to every guest.If you're heading to Paje, this place is a must-stay!

wish i stayed longer

We had a wonderful stay at this hotel! Everything was spotlessly clean, and the staff were incredibly hospitable and kind. The owner was super friendly and gave us great recommendations on how to make the most of our three days, including the best spots to visit. The location is perfect — everything is close by — and the food was absolutely delicious. Highly recommend!

Truly impressed. It was exactly what I needed, pleasant atmosphere with great management and lovely staff. Clean and cozy, delicious food.

I had a truly wonderful stay at this hotel. The boho-designed room was not only stylish and cozy but also offered a relaxing atmosphere that made me feel right at home. Waking up to the beautiful garden view each morning was an absolute treat.Breakfast was a delight every day, with a wide variety of fresh and flavorful options to choose from. But the real highlight was dinner—enjoying their outstanding burger under the starry sky, surrounded by the lush jungle setting, was an unforgettable experience.Highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a unique, nature-infused escape with great attention to detail and tasty food.

I have to give some extra praise to the staff at this hotel. We felt very safe, welcome, and well taken care of during our stay. Lovely and comfortable rooms, and a beautiful atmosphere. But a special, extra thank you to the staff

I’d definitely recommend The Garten. During my stay I had to work, and the place was exactly what I needed—super cozy, stylish rooms, great coffee, nice food menu (I think Eggs Benedict were the best I ever had, and the burgers are great too). They have good WiFi which for me was very important due to work. The mattress was just the right firmness, the AC worked perfectly, and the location is ideal—right in the center of Paje. Plus, the staff were really friendly, and for what you get, it’s great value for money. Would 100% stay again!

I loved it all!

It is in the very center of Paje but not far from the beach through complicated path that got even more complicated after a rain that made some of the paths useless as overfloaded.

The lobby is heavily dominated by a dog, probably the dog of the manager. Without disliking dogs, I find specifically this one none well controlled. Clients were clearly notifying the dog to stay away and the owner (I am assuming she is the owner) sat a couple of meters away with saying a single word to the dog. At my breakfast the dog came to me on the table and despite trying to calmly show no interest, the dog ended by licking my glass with juice that he gave back. Again despite telling this to the team there was no way to get out of the way.The staff was very helpful and tried their best to accommodate once needs, but the manager sitting at the lobby gives the impression that clients are not welcomed as no smile, no welcome, no hello comes from her.It was heavily raining in the morning when I was there and the way from the room to the breakfast area offers no protection and no umbrella is available on site making bringing my computer to the lobby a risky business.

The room was very comfy at night, and has charming morning light access, their breakfast was very delcious, I tried the Burger and was one of the best I ever tried.