Title: Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=21947535&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel Travelers sip refreshing cocktails at the poolside bar while soaking up island vibes, then retreat to private havens with ocean views ## Photo gallery for Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers - Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel (Matemwe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21950000/21947600/21947535/84e5a73e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property) - Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel (Matemwe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21950000/21947600/21947535/0ca118f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Sea View | Balcony - Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel (Matemwe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21950000/21947600/21947535/3dde0c0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lounge - Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel (Matemwe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21950000/21947600/21947535/f8913898.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Couples treatment room(s) - Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel (Matemwe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21950000/21947600/21947535/df461afa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies At Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel, the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean create a tropical atmosphere. Guests enjoy rejuvenating massages at the onsite spa or relax by either of the two pools, where sun loungers sit among lush gardens. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Pool - Spa - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant £132 includes taxes & fees 20 Jan - 21 Jan ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 13 - Jan 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=21947535&PinnedHotelID=21947535&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=21947535&PinnedHotelID=21947535&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 14 - Jan 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=21947535&PinnedHotelID=21947535&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=21947535&PinnedHotelID=21947535&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=21947535&PinnedHotelID=21947535&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=21947535&PinnedHotelID=21947535&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=21947535&PinnedHotelID=21947535&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=21947535&PinnedHotelID=21947535&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Sea View ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, free cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21950000/21947600/21947535/4646869f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Sea View 7.6 Good 4 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Free cots/infant beds Premium bedding Fan Separate bedroom Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker - 376 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sea view - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Honeymoon Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Sea View ![Honeymoon Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Sea View | Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21950000/21947600/21947535/50d2fbe7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Honeymoon Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Sea View ### Highlights Balcony Free cots/infant beds Premium bedding Fan Separate bedroom Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker - 753 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sea view - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Sea View, Beachfront ![Deluxe Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Sea View, Beachfront | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, free cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21950000/21947600/21947535/6de2e14b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Sea View, Beachfront ### Highlights Balcony or patio Free cots/infant beds Premium bedding Fan Separate bedroom Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker - 484 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Beach view - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Garden View ![Deluxe Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Garden View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, free cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21950000/21947600/21947535/200aa482.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Garden View 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Balcony or patio Free cots/infant beds Premium bedding Fan Separate bedroom Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker - 452 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Garden View ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, free cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21950000/21947600/21947535/5f9ff19a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Garden View 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Balcony Free cots/infant beds Fan Premium bedding Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle - 376 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Treat yourself to a massage at the on-site spa. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library. Additional perks include: - An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers - Free self-parking - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage - A front desk safe, tour/ticket information and smoke-free property Room features All guest rooms at Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel have comforts, such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. 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16 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=18089535&PinnedHotelID=18089535&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A poolside bar - A restaurant - Couples/private dining ### Things to do - Children's pool - Full-service spa - Library - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Children's pool - In-room cot - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance - Turndown service ### Outdoors - Garden - On the beach - Picnic area - Pool loungers - Rooftop terrace ### Full-service spa - Couples treatment rooms - Massage ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Mosquito nets - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Free cot - Premium bedding - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Free bottled water ### More - Ceiling fan - Desk - Electrical adapters - Fan - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 9:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 16 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The property charges 5 per cent for credit card payments Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Renovations and closures The property is closed between 2 April and 29 April. ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets stay for free Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per day. Free cots are available on request at the property ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: USD 50.00 per vehicle (one way) - Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per day - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 per cent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel Matemwe Zanzibar Magic Boutique Matemwe Zanzibar Magic Boutique Zanzibar Magic Hotel Matemwe Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel Hotel Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel Matemwe Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel Hotel Matemwe ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel? ### Is Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel? ### What time is check-in at Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel? ### Does Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 8.8 Eco-friendliness ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 44 8 - Good 23 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Wolfram 12 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort Location and general areas are very attractive. Staff is very kind and helpful. Kitchen and rooms are on the basic side. ##### Wolfram Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yilin 11 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very quiet are away from the tourist crowd, walking on the beach is relaxing. The breakfast was very good. ##### Yilin Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claes-Håkan 9 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort . ##### Claes-Håkan Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Goeril Katharina Froeberg 16 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A little piece of paradise ##### Goeril Katharina Froeberg Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 28 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great stay, amazing staff, beautiful views! Can’t wait to go back! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jacques 9 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Super experience in magic hotel in zanzibar Perfect hotel very quiet the good dimensions. The personnels on top. The boss very sympathic. The room very clean. Good coktaild ##### jacques Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Brenda 14 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent pool. Clean beach. Excellent menu buy if you have preferences and ingredients are available the restaurant would make a la carte meals. ##### Brenda Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter 7 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Relaxing place Nice place, great staff, good food beautiful beach. You could borrow kayaks and join yoga lessons for free. The beach has some seaweed due to the reef, thats the fact for the coast up to north of Kenya. ##### Peter Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Tatiana 28 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The king bed was 2 beds together and you fell through in the middle a bit. ##### Tatiana Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dani 23 Mar 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Amazing place to stay!! At first I would like to thank a lot to manager Lukas, who was very helpful and let us have a very late checkout for no extra fee (due to low season). Hotel is small but so cute, super friendly stuff, clean and nice furnished rooms. There is no air conditioner only the fan, but honestly it is absolutely fine and sufficient. the beach is amazing in both cases - during high tide or low tide. What about the restaurant - I don't think I had better meals anywhere else on island. Really amazing food!!! Hotel offer all possible trips on island. I highly recommend this hotel if you are traveling as couple. ##### Dani Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### ALEXANDER 8 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is a well run hotel with basic facilities. The problem is the beach. It is full of rocks and sea urchins making it unusuable. No one was swimming in the sea. This should be made clear as not everyone wants to swim in the pool. ##### ALEXANDER Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Turia 10 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A magical stay with African vibes and decor My friend and I came here to relax, dive and celebrate my birthday. The entire stay made it an exceptional experience and the staff (Robert and Joel) were friendly, efficient and very welcoming. A compliment to the chef, as his lunch and dinner menus were excellent throughout the week. The receptionist Geriath (we hope that we spelled it correctly) was beyond what words can explain. Very kind, service minded and simply pleasant charisma. The owner of the hotel was delightful and very accommodating and thoughtful to our needs, especially on our departure day. We enjoyed the massage very much as they were good and friendly as well. The small hotel was charming and very stylish with African vibes and decor. All in all, a wonderfull experience and place. Thank you all ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5B9F86498F62ED2AF68D11AEC0FAA14B0B468F351699619685975.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Turia Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Lorrie 15 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities This side of Zanzibar Island is quite a distance from any service, shopping or dining so everything has to be arranged through the hotel or a tour company. It is a small boutique hotel, which we liked and worked out ok for us, but we didn't really realize in advance that once you're there, you're kinda stuck. We enjoyed the food, salt-water pool, sit-upon kayaks (not sea kayaks) and walking on the beach but it was quite windy while we were there and the bicycles were old and rickety, but gave us a good workout. There were some poor descriptions about what each tour included, there is no laundry facility guests can use as the website said. They could send laundry out, but not very cheaply, and we were concerned how long it would take. The desk manager did work with us to clarify tour descriptions and coordinated transfers and tours to our satisfaction. He made adjustments to the tour descriptions and our final bill when we pointed out the discrepancies, so were grateful for that. Stone Town and Prison Island tours were not as impressive as expected, but I'm comparing to an extremely well-done tour in Ghana of the slave dungeons of the Cape Coast Castle, which was much more comprehensive and informative. If you are prepared to just go relax on the beach or by the pool, it's a beautiful setting, but be warned the tide goes in and out nearly 3 times per day, so swimming in the ocean when the tide is out really isn't an option. It is a gated security property. ##### Lorrie Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda 10 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Parfait! ##### Linda Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marta 7 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Très bel hôtel petite structure personnel au top tout à été parfait ##### Marta Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alana 20 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities . ##### Alana Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy 17 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### EXCELLENT EXCELLENT ! Nous sommes venus dans cette hôtel pour notre lune de miel et l’hôtel à mis des fleurs partout dans la chambre c’était magnifique ! Le personnel est top ! Ils sont tous bienveillant, souriant et à l’écoute ! Si je reviens c’est vraiment pour eux ! Tout est conforme à la description sur les photos ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9DDC1BF9A2551AF623B5FE7AA5D02E1125F979061631869012323.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Tracy Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ALBERTO 30 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Buena elección El hotel está muy bien y bien ubicado en Matenwe, un pueblecito que no está tan saturado de hoteles y turistas por lo que guarda mayor encanto. Se trata de un pueblecito pesquero. Las instalaciones y la habitación estaban muy bien, recomendable pagar algo más por una habitación en el segundo piso o en el tercer piso porque los que están en la zona baja tienen poca intimidad (al igual que los dos bungalows). Lo único que no nos gustó es el desayuno ya que no es buffet. Tienen un menú cerrado que es siempre lo mismo, al estar seis días alojados al final se hacía muy repetitivo. En las cercanías, en la playa, hay varios sitios locales donde poder comer o cenar a precios mucho más bajos que en el hotel. En el pueblecito, a unos 10 minutos andando, en el centro de Matenwe hay alguna tienda donde también pueden comprarse productos de alimentación. Las excursiones las contratamos también en los puestos de personas locales que hay en la playa, a precios mucho más bajos que en el hotel (la mitad de precio), también los desplazamientos en taxi. Hay en Matenwe un puesto con taxis locales donde pueden contratarse también los desplazamientos y excursiones (se negocia el precio). ##### ALBERTO Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara 23 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excelente estadia e staff incrível! Toda a experiência foi incrível. Desde as instalações, ao serviço, comida, tudo 5 estrelas. Nota especial à simpatia dos trabalhadores todos do hotel! ##### Barbara Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 13 Aug 2021 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness Neutre ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 13 Mar 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Room comfort #### Beauty isn't enough. Hotel beach chair area is beautiful..however the beach is impossible to swim in. The tide is to far out. Also great deal of seaweed and other plant like things flouting in the water does not make it appealing. NO AC! I missed this part during booking and it ruing my stay, extremely hard to sleep in the heat at night with just a fan. Water in the shower and sink come out salty, very weird to brush teeth and shower. No bottled water, they filter water into a glass jar and sell it to you for 2-3$. Food was not bad, they have a nice lunch and dinner menu. Breakfast was the same everyday, standard eggs and toast. This area of the island is extremely quiet, no life, youll be completely alone, if you like that, its fine, I have a better time up north in nungwi with the nightly hotel band shows and people watching. Aside from that service is great, staff is friendly. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniela 3 Feb 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Sehr schönes gepflegtes Hotel Es war absolut wunderbar, sehr gepflegt und sauber. Mit Liebe zum Detail. Ich würde dieses Hotel jederzeit wieder buchen. Sehr guter Service und freundliches Personal. ##### Daniela Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James 19 Dec 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Can’t rate the hotel highly enough, mainly because of the service! Great food, very relaxed and you couldn’t be looked after better. Wonderful location. You must always remember you are in Africa so there will be some challenges but Magic will smooth those out. You would be missing out not to stay here... ##### James Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 28 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Super Unterkunft direkt am Meer. Einziges Manko, keine Klima. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Sof, france 24 Feb 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Trés bon emplacement, l' architecture ,conception et la décoration de l hôtel très réussi ,la petite taille assure le calme et la sérénité . le personnel sympathique, restauration de qualité et varie . Le gros bémol c est qu il n'y a pas de climatisation et selon la période les nuits sont difficiles et on récupéré pas de la chaleur de la journée ##### Sof Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kiwengwa-Hotels-Bluebay-Beach-Resort-And-Spa.h1867044.Hotel-Information) > > [Pongwe Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pongwe-Hotels-Pongwe-Beach-Hotel.h8057383.Hotel-Information) > > [Amaan Beach Bungalows](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-Amaan-Beach-Bungalows.h18835360.Hotel-Information) > > [VOI Kiwengwa Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kiwengwa-Hotels-VOI-Kiwengwa-Resort-All-Inclusive.h2445138.Hotel-Information) > > [Nungwi Dreams by Mantis](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-Nungwi-Dreams.h19700686.Hotel-Information) > > [TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kiwengwa-Hotels-TUI-Blue-Bahari-Zanzibar.h4532516.Hotel-Information) > > [Essque Zalu Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-Essque-Zalu-Zanzibar.h4370555.Hotel-Information) > > [Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kendwa-Hotels-Kendwa-Rocks-Beach-Hotel.h18030240.Hotel-Information) > > [Sea Cliff Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mangapwani-Hotels-Sea-Cliff-Resort-Spa.h978691.Hotel-Information) > > [ Safaya Luxury Villas (Adults Only)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-Safaya-Luxury-Villas.h91433919.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-Riu-Palace-Zanzibar-All-Inclusive.h5361523.Hotel-Information) > > [Maisha Nungwi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-Aluna-Nungwi.h19166204.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Jambo.h75595198.Hotel-Information) > > [Zanzi Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kama-Hotels-Zanzi-Resort.h5971013.Hotel-Information) > > [Turaco Nungwi Resort, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-DoubleTree-Resort-By-Hilton-Zanzibar-Nungwi.h3300267.Hotel-Information) > > [Sandies Baobab Beach Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-Sandies-Baobab-Beach-Zanzibar.h23247245.Hotel-Information) > > [Diamonds Mapenzi Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kiwengwa-Hotels-Diamonds-Mapenzi-Beach-All-Inclusive.h4532521.Hotel-Information) > > [Kiwengwa Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kiwengwa-Hotels-Kiwengwa-Beach-Resort.h11888909.Hotel-Information) > > [Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kiwengwa-Hotels-Ocean-Paradise-Resort-Spa-Zanzibar.h4235502.Hotel-Information) > > [Zuri Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kendwa-Hotels-Zuri-Zanzibar.h20217090.Hotel-Information) > > [Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kiwengwa-Hotels-Kiwengwa-Bungalow-Boutique-Resort.h19332541.Hotel-Information) > > [Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-The-Z-Hotel.h3675918.Hotel-Information) > > [Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kiwengwa-Hotels-Sultan-Sands-Island-Resort-Spa.h1880395.Hotel-Information) > > [Melia Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kiwengwa-Hotels-Melia-Zanzibar.h1407257.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-Royal-Zanzibar-Beach-Resort-All-Inclusive.h5563953.Hotel-Information) > > [Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kendwa-Hotels-Gold-Zanzibar-Beach-House-Spa.h5388856.Hotel-Information) > > [Neptune Pwani Beach Resort & Spa Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kiwengwa-Hotels-Neptune-Pwani-Beach-Resort-Spa.h4544303.Hotel-Information) > > [Flame Tree Cottages](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-Flame-Tree-Cottages.h10494253.Hotel-Information) > > [TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pongwe-Hotels-Toa-Hotel-Spa.h75012943.Hotel-Information) ---