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Driftwood Beach Lodge features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Jambiani. A few steps from Jambiani Beach and a 16-minute walk from Paje Beach, the property has a bar and barbecue facilities. The property provides a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service for guests. At the hotel, every room comes with a balcony with a garden view. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Driftwood Beach Lodge also provide guests with free WiFi, while some have a sea view. At the accommodation every room includes bed linen and towels. Breakfast is available every morning, and includes à la carte, Full English/Irish and vegetarian options. At Driftwood Beach Lodge you'll find a restaurant serving Seafood and South African cuisine. Vegetarian and dairy-free options can also be requested. You can play darts at the hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. Jozani Forest is 16 miles from Driftwood Beach Lodge.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Jambiani, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.4

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Property practices

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.5
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Lara
    South Africa South Africa
    Breakfast was good, location great, loved the relaxed easy going atmosphere, cocktails were amazing, definitely ask for the seafood bbq.
  • Melissa-jane
    South Africa South Africa
    Breakfast was yummy. The staff made alot of effort to accomodate my friend who has recently been forced to a Gluten Free diet. The location is great, RIGHT ON THE BEACH! Property is well maintained, neat and clean. Bar staff was super friendly...
  • Abhishek
    Qatar Qatar
    The property is tucked away in this beautiful dreamy village of jambiani. It overlooks the inviting ocean and soft white sand beach. It offers a sense of calm the moment you set foot and genuine hospitality embraces you. Shona and Ish are the...

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Driftwood Beach Lodge Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Seafood • South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Dairy-free

Amenities of Driftwood Beach Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Darts
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Mosquito net
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Infinity pool
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples' massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Swahili

House rules

Driftwood Beach Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:30 PM to 3:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 9:00 AM to 9:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Driftwood Beach Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

FAQs about Driftwood Beach Lodge

  • Driftwood Beach Lodge is 1,300 feet from the center of Jambiani. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Driftwood Beach Lodge include:

    • Double
    • Bungalow
    • Family
    • Twin/Double

  • Check-in at Driftwood Beach Lodge is from 2:30 PM, and check-out is until 9:30 AM.

  • The nearest beach is 150 feet from Driftwood Beach Lodge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Driftwood Beach Lodge has 1 restaurant:

    • Driftwood Beach Lodge Restaurant

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Guests staying at Driftwood Beach Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • À la carte

  • The prices at Driftwood Beach Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Driftwood Beach Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Darts
    • Beachfront
    • Foot massage
    • Happy hour
    • Back massage
    • Live music/Performance
    • Full-body massage
    • Walking tours
    • Neck massage
    • Beach
    • Head massage
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Couples' massage
    • Swimming pool
    • Hand massage
    • Bike tours