Upendo Beach Boutique Hotel

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Located close to Dongwe Beach and Bwejuu Beach, Upendo Beach Boutique Hotel provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, an airport shuttle and a poolside bar. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sunloungers. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a manicure/pedicure, a massage or aromatherapy. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with designer shops on-site and dry cleaning/laundry services.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

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A spacious room with a bed, a seating area with chairs, and large windows offering a view of the sea.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View, Beachfront

  • Ocean view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern villa with a rooftop pool, surrounded by lush greenery.

Honeymoon Villa, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool, Beachfront

  • Beach view
  • 861 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A beachside resort with a lounge area featuring a long sofa with cushions, a staircase leading to a covered deck, and lush greenery.

Luxury Villa, 6 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Beachfront

  • Beach view
  • 2153 sq ft
  • 6 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 14
  • 5 King Beds and 1 Single Bed

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A bedroom with a bed under a canopy, a nightstand, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall with a red abstract painting.

Standard Double Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • Garden view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, pendant lights, and a ceiling fan.

Luxury Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden desk, a chair, a potted plant, and a view of the outdoors.

Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a television, and a wall-mounted artwork.

Family Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool

  • Partial sea view
  • 2476 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, a view of a balcony with a thatched roof, and a potted plant.

Luxury Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Michamvi, Upendo Beach Boutique Hotel is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Dongwe Beach and Bwejuu Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Kite Centre Zanzibar. Paje Beach and Jambiani Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkelling and boat tours nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring. Visit our Michamvi travel guide
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Michamvi Rd, Michamvi, zanzibar

What's nearby

  • A small island with a thatched-roof hut and a boat near the shore.
    Pingwe Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A traditional wooden boat on clear turquoise water.
    Jambiani Beach
    17 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • Dongwe Beach
    3 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Paje Beach
    16 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar
    16 min drive - 11.1 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    93 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Rock
    1 min walk
  • kae funk sunset beach bar
  • Abdi’s Place - Best Restaurant In Zanzibar
    8 min drive
  • Oceans Lounge Bar & Restaurant (Baraza Resort)
    5 min drive
  • migomba restaurant
    5 min drive

About this property

Upendo Beach Boutique Hotel

  • Upscale hotel near Dongwe Beach
  • Located close to Bwejuu Beach, Upendo Beach Boutique Hotel provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, an airport shuttle and a poolside bar. With amenities such as a beachfront location and sunloungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a manicure/pedicure, a massage or aromatherapy. In addition to designer shops on-site and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
    • Free self-parking
    • Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a porter/bellboy
    • Concierge services, a front desk safe and multilingual staff
  • Room features
  • All rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and minibars.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Hairdryers and shampoo
    • Ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

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Frequently asked questions

Does Upendo Beach Boutique Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Upendo Beach Boutique Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Upendo Beach Boutique Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Upendo Beach Boutique Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Upendo Beach Boutique Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee.

Does Upendo Beach Boutique Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 60 per vehicle applies.

Where is Upendo Beach Boutique Hotel located?

This Michamvi hotel is on the beach, 2 mi (3.3 km) from Dongwe Beach, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Bwejuu Beach and Paje Beach. Kite Centre Zanzibar and Jambiani Beach are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Upendo Beach Boutique Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely and memorable stay at Upendo Beach Boutique Hotel. The location is simply beautiful, with breathtaking views and a peaceful ambiance. The staff were exceptional—especially Theo, who was incredibly helpful and welcoming throughout our stay. Although I made an error in my booking by reserving the two-bedroom villa for only two adults, the hotel management showed great understanding. They kindly offered a generous solution by asking us to cover only 50% of the additional amount, which we truly appreciated. The villa itself was spacious, clean, and beautifully designed. The entire property is well-maintained and provides a wonderful boutique experience. One recommendation: it would be great if a pool heater could be added, as the water can be quite chilly in July. Overall, we enjoyed our time very much and thank the team for their hospitality!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the entire set up..the pool was right across from the famous rock restaurant..you can see the sunset right from the porch and the restaurant was absolutely delicious
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

BEST VACATION SPOT EVER !!

11/10 best vacation + resort I've been to this far. We could've stayed here for a month and still wouldn't have been enough 😭 Thank you to the Upendo Beach staff for being so nice and welcoming, we can't wait to come back!! If you're in Africa and looking a quick getaway or want to come to Zanzibar, def consider staying at Upendo. Only three private rentals on the property, loads of activities, wonderful staff, 10/10 food, and best view on the island ☀️☀️ PRIVATE suites only so you feel like a celebrity - we loved the vibe and will be back in January to stay in the large villa that sleeps 10!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful secluded private villa right on the beach with private pool. Personal Butler assigned to villa was very responsive. In addition to bring all meals to my villa the butler helped with setting up excursions/tours as well as required COVID testing for departure. Owner was friendly and stopped by a couple of time of times to make sure things were going well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superb facilities. the perfect place to relax !

Fabulous facilities with amazing service and food. The villa is amazing in design and functionality and has great views on The Rock . The place is perfect to relax and chill while still having enough flow of locals and other tourist so you do not feel completely isolated. We truly enjoyed the place and we would definitely come again !!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely hotel, very clean and cosy rooms, great location, tasty food and friendly team. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was attentive and so kind at this resort. Quiet, beautiful, peaceful and paradise- they really try to help you relax and take it “pole pole”.The rooms are magical and like living in a luxury tree house . The hotel is at the end of a beach right across from The Rock so you’re getting the quiet bedroom huts and beach lounge chairs poolside and beachfront, but able to see the beautiful ocean and Rock and some local fisherman’s Activity at the same time right in front of you when you look out. Easy to pop out and walk barefoot down the beach to several GREAT restaurants steps away that are all very different (one amazing italian (believe it or not) called Baladin which is also a hotel and a serves great locally made beer , and a fabulous bare bones local catch of the day fish place called Pandu Ngozi Restaurant. They’re also able to get you a quick and cheap taxi to Kae funk bar to watch the amazing sunset or hang out with safari beers in the water at Lahaina beach bar.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
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4/10 Poor

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
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8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019