"1 min. walk to the beach , mostly we spent our time with the pool. If you are looking for a very quiet place this is the perfect choice. There is a wide variety for breakfast and the dinners in the evening had a good quality. The staff is very helpful and even upgraded the Wifi speed. Friendly and talkative in addition…….as a couple we enjoyed our stay very much. Highly recommended."
"1 min. walk to the beach , mostly we spent our time with the pool. If you are looking for a very quiet place this is the perfect choice. There is a wide variety for breakfast and the dinners in the evening had a good quality. The staff is very helpful and even upgraded the Wifi speed. Friendly and talkative in addition…….as a couple we enjoyed our stay very much. Highly recommended."
"We loved our stay here! It is such a beautiful place and every staff member is so welcoming. The pools are all great and there of plenty of rest areas. The restaurant is delicious. We also appreciated the excursions organized by the staff. Highly recommend, we would absolutely come back. "
"We loved our stay here! It is such a beautiful place and every staff member is so welcoming. The pools are all great and there of plenty of rest areas. The restaurant is delicious. We also appreciated the excursions organized by the staff. Highly recommend, we would absolutely come back. "
"Incredible location, resort, staff and food. I stayed here for 10 nights and it was perfect. The rooms are spacious with a tasteful interior equipped with air conditioning. The villas are situated in a garden with paths, overlooking the ocean on a small cliff. The staff is attentive and eager to provide excellent service. As a solo female traveler I felt very comfortable, safe and well taken care of. I highly recommend!!"
"Incredible location, resort, staff and food. I stayed here for 10 nights and it was perfect. The rooms are spacious with a tasteful interior equipped with air conditioning. The villas are situated in a garden with paths, overlooking the ocean on a small cliff. The staff is attentive and eager to provide excellent service. As a solo female traveler I felt very comfortable, safe and well taken care of. I highly recommend!!"
"Great staff , lovely room with ocean view and just steps to a great little beach. The sister hotels are a little drive away, but the dive centre is super!"
"Great staff , lovely room with ocean view and just steps to a great little beach. The sister hotels are a little drive away, but the dive centre is super!"
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Quite far to get to from Stonetown but a stunning location. It’s boutique hotel so not the facilities of a mega resort but the local friendly staff arranged a couple of excellent things for me and I really enjoyed the intimate atmosphere. Great food too with sea views. I also enjoyed a massaged in a small hut by the sea so could hear the surf.
Quite far to get to from Stonetown but a stunning location. It’s boutique hotel so not the facilities of a mega resort but the local friendly staff arranged a couple of excellent things for me and I really enjoyed the intimate atmosphere. Great food too with sea views. I also enjoyed a massaged in a small hut by the sea so could hear the surf.
Room was spotless, staff were great especially Rosie and the manager Megan. Location is great, it is set in a quieter part of the island which we loved, the pool is right near the beach so you can enjoy both at once, there is parking if you rent a car and the room are private and really well designed.
Room was spotless, staff were great especially Rosie and the manager Megan. Location is great, it is set in a quieter part of the island which we loved, the pool is right near the beach so you can enjoy both at once, there is parking if you rent a car and the room are private and really well designed.
Lovely small hotel with direct access to the beach. Very smiley, attentive staff. Comfortable rooms, though the shower was a little disappointing. We enjoyed our meals, especially the fish stew. Breakfast was good.
Would definitely recommend this charming hotel, having really enjoyed the three nights we stayed there. My husband would thoroughly recommend the massage which he rated one of the best and reasonably priced too!
Lovely small hotel with direct access to the beach. Very smiley, attentive staff. Comfortable rooms, though the shower was a little disappointing. We enjoyed our meals, especially the fish stew. Breakfast was good.
Would definitely recommend this charming hotel, having really enjoyed the three nights we stayed there. My husband would thoroughly recommend the massage which he rated one of the best and reasonably priced too!
We really looked forward to staying at the Zanzibar Queen given other reviews. It didnt disappoint. Fantastic location in beautifully kept grounds. The staff are so welcoming and friendly. The pool area was clean and enticing. There was also boules, volleyball and badminton available to keep the body exercised. As well as table tennis and darts. The restaurant was superb. Ingredients and dishes were varied and akin to fine dining. Resort felt very private although effectively right on the beach....
We really looked forward to staying at the Zanzibar Queen given other reviews. It didnt disappoint. Fantastic location in beautifully kept grounds. The staff are so welcoming and friendly. The pool area was clean and enticing. There was also boules, volleyball and badminton available to keep the body exercised. As well as table tennis and darts. The restaurant was superb. Ingredients and dishes were varied and akin to fine dining. Resort felt very private although effectively right on the beach....
Graeme
Reviewed September 2, 2024Reviewed September 2, 2024
We chose to stay here after reading many great reviews and it didn't disappoint. Great food, amazing views of the beach and the sea and the owners were really helpful and accommodating. The wifi and air con both worked well. Swimming at high tide at sunset was absolutely idyllic.
We chose to stay here after reading many great reviews and it didn't disappoint. Great food, amazing views of the beach and the sea and the owners were really helpful and accommodating. The wifi and air con both worked well. Swimming at high tide at sunset was absolutely idyllic.
Katharine
Reviewed February 18, 2016Reviewed February 18, 2016
From the moment we stepped into Lux* Hotel Zanzibar, we knew we were in for an extraordinary experience. The hotel itself is breathtaking, but what truly sets it apart is the staff—easily the friendliest I’ve ever encountered in my life.
A heartfelt thank you to Pina, who welcomed us with such warmth and grace. Her attention to detail and personal touches made our stay feel incredibly special. Pina’s genuine care and energy elevated our entire experience, and it’s safe to say she’s the heart of...
From the moment we stepped into Lux* Hotel Zanzibar, we knew we were in for an extraordinary experience. The hotel itself is breathtaking, but what truly sets it apart is the staff—easily the friendliest I’ve ever encountered in my life.
A heartfelt thank you to Pina, who welcomed us with such warmth and grace. Her attention to detail and personal touches made our stay feel incredibly special. Pina’s genuine care and energy elevated our entire experience, and it’s safe to say she’s the heart of...
Lando
Reviewed December 22, 2024Reviewed December 22, 2024
Incredible stay! The room was lovely and such a quiet and peaceful location, right on the beach. The best part was the staff, they went above and beyond at every opportunity to make our stay as special as possible. We will be back!
Incredible stay! The room was lovely and such a quiet and peaceful location, right on the beach. The best part was the staff, they went above and beyond at every opportunity to make our stay as special as possible. We will be back!
Jack
Reviewed January 25, 2026Reviewed January 25, 2026
Excellent option, friendly and extremely helpful staff. The only observation is that I found there to be too many Indian food options for both lunch and dinner and I missed more grilled food.
Excellent option, friendly and extremely helpful staff. The only observation is that I found there to be too many Indian food options for both lunch and dinner and I missed more grilled food.
Little sanctuary with direct beach access and sunrise facing pool. Beautiful spacious rooms with character. Staff are the best, super kind and accommodating. Thank you for checking me in late night and open reception for check out/bag drop early morning. Can highly recommend.
Little sanctuary with direct beach access and sunrise facing pool. Beautiful spacious rooms with character. Staff are the best, super kind and accommodating. Thank you for checking me in late night and open reception for check out/bag drop early morning. Can highly recommend.
The place is very nice, room is big, clean, the views are amazing! Great to relax and do trip to mnemba for snorkling with one ocean (they pick you up). Friendly staff, we really enjoyed it. We spent 2 nights here as part of our honeymoon.
The place is very nice, room is big, clean, the views are amazing! Great to relax and do trip to mnemba for snorkling with one ocean (they pick you up). Friendly staff, we really enjoyed it. We spent 2 nights here as part of our honeymoon.
We had a good time at Zanoceanique. It's a complex of rooms/apartments in a multi-story building, very spacious and well-equipped (air conditioning, wifi, refrigerator, an excellent safe). The building and furnishings appear somewhat dated (some handles don't work, some doors don't close properly), but the essential things all work well. The sea is just a few steps from the entrance, and there's a well-maintained garden with a pool inside. The food at the restaurant is excellent and reasonably...
We had a good time at Zanoceanique. It's a complex of rooms/apartments in a multi-story building, very spacious and well-equipped (air conditioning, wifi, refrigerator, an excellent safe). The building and furnishings appear somewhat dated (some handles don't work, some doors don't close properly), but the essential things all work well. The sea is just a few steps from the entrance, and there's a well-maintained garden with a pool inside. The food at the restaurant is excellent and reasonably...
What should a history buff expect from a stay in Matemwe?
Significant historical sites in Matemwe are likely a big part of your travel plans. While you're here, why not check out the beaches and seafood restaurants?
How many historically relevant hotels will I find in Matemwe?
Matemwe is home to 98 hotels bookable on Expedia though you won't find many designated historic hotels.
What are the must-see historical places and other sights in Matemwe?
Favourite places to visit include Muyuni Beach, Mnemba Island and Kigomani Beach. Additionally, you'll find Nungwi Beach in the area.
What is a historic hotel like in Matemwe?
By choosing a historic hotel, you can enjoy a holiday in a place that has a national historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel provided that it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired in the public spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Matemwe, giving a historical feel.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The physical building and architecture of a historic hotel tends to be the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, it's often the cultural value along with how it influenced the community.
Do historic hotels in Matemwe have modern facilities?
Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the usual amenities found in most hotels will also be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Matemwe, don't worry that you'll be staying at a place that's uncomfortable or rundown.