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Marafiki Bungalows, hotel in Kiwengwa

Marafiki Bungalows is located on the beach in Kiwengwa,overlooking the ocean.Zanzibar International Airport is a 1 hour drive away.

Perfekt place to get away from the hustle & bustle of the city and relax in nature. The room was large and spacious (Family room) We loved the Aesthetic interior in the rooms and outside. Enjoyed a great time at the beach (at low tide). Staff are very friendly and welcoming. Amazing breakfast, very tasty food… we loved the Tuna steak.
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
563 reviews
Price from£94.05per night
Zan View Hotel, hotel in Kiwengwa

Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Zan View Hotel is located in the village of Kairo in Kiwengwa. It features a garden, a restaurant, a bar and a 24-hour front desk.

The hotel was not overcrowded and the staff were friendly and helpful.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
392 reviews
Price from£56.99per night
Bahati Villa, hotel in Kiwengwa

Surrounded by lush vegetation and offering a private beach area, Bahati Villa is situated on Kiwengwa beach. The small hotel offers a restaurant and bar and a tour desk.

The location to the beach, the quietness and not to touristic. It has potential but it can still improve.
8.6
Scored 8.6
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
88 reviews
Price from£67.47per night
Ayla Beach House, hotel in Kiwengwa

Set in Kiwengwa, Ayla Beach House offers beachfront accommodation 40 km from Peace Memorial Museum and offers various facilities, such as free bikes, a terrace and a bar.

All staff were super kind and friendly, delicious breakfast. Lovely calm and quiet location, easy access to the beach. Gorgeous African art throughout
9.4
Scored 9.4
Superb
Rated superb
84 reviews
Price from£75.07per night
Zanzibella Hotel & SPA, hotel in Kiwengwa

Located in Kiwengwa, 41 km from Peace Memorial Museum, Zanzibella Hotel & SPA provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a bar.

Great hotel, location and staff. If you want to recharge your “batteries” this is the right place.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
1,113 reviews
Price from£121.38per night
ARYA Boutique Resort, hotel in Kiwengwa

ARYA Boutique Resort has an outdoor swimming pool, a bar and shared lounge in Kiwengwa.

Very clean and close to the beach!Staff is very friendly 😀
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
126 reviews
Price from£291.51per night
Melia Zanzibar, hotel in Kiwengwa

Set in Kiwengwa, 11 km from Kichwele Forest Reserve, Melia Zanzibar has a private beach area, an outdoor swimming pool and a tennis court. Guests can make use of the fitness centre at the property.

Friendly and attentive staff. Light, large and well equipped suites.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
681 reviews
Price from£381.76per night
Sultan Sands Island Resort, hotel in Kiwengwa

Located on the beachfront with views of the Indian Ocean, Sultan Sands offers traditional-style African huts with a balcony or terrace.

Staff were the best of the best. 0 faults there
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very good
Rated very good
126 reviews
Price from£272.18per night
Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa, hotel in Kiwengwa

Featuring a terrace with Indian Ocean views, set by sandy Kiwengwa Beach, the 30-acre site includes a spa, pool and sports facilities.

Loved the friendly staff, very welcoming. My toddler enjoyed the kids playroom.
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
171 reviews
Price from£280.15per night
Zanzibar Tropical Sunset Boutique Hotel, hotel in Kiwengwa

Zanzibar Tropical Sunset Boutique Hotel has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Kiwengwa. Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, this property is situated near attractions such as Kiwengwa Beach.

Lovely and helpful staff. Great food, huge breakfast, restaurant with dinner - super, fish for dinner very tasty, everything fresh!! Nice pool, nice neigbourhood. Close to the beach, 5 min. walking distance. Big room with AC, fridge, hot water. Wifi was ok. We recommend it!!
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
138 reviews
Price from£51.30per night
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Budget hotels in Kiwengwa

  • Poa Poa Bungalows
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 158 reviews

    Poa Poa Bungalows features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Kiwengwa.

    All was perfect, this place and the staff are really incredible !

  • Ayla Beach House
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 84 reviews

    Set in Kiwengwa, Ayla Beach House offers beachfront accommodation 40 km from Peace Memorial Museum and offers various facilities, such as free bikes, a terrace and a bar. 14 km from Kichwele Forest...

    Location and is quiet place and close to restaurants.

  • Veraclub Zanzibar Village
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 93 reviews

    Facing the beachfront, Veraclub Zanzibar Village offers 4-star accommodation in Kiwengwa and has a garden, restaurant and bar. 40 km from Peace Memorial Museum and 14 km from Kichwele Forest Reserve,...

    Posizione, struttura molto bella, pulita e ordinata.

  • Bahati Villa
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 88 reviews

    Surrounded by lush vegetation and offering a private beach area, Bahati Villa is situated on Kiwengwa beach. The small hotel offers a restaurant and bar and a tour desk.

    The breakfasts were lovely fresh fruit and other options.

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What guests said about Kiwengwa:

  • 10
    Scored 10

    Paradise.

    Paradise. Very long and large beach, friendly local people, very calm and quite place. We loved it. Its very save even in the nightwalks on the beach. There are some restaurants, coffee places where you can drink fresh, cocktails or snacks.
    Anelia
    Bulgaria
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    I loved the colour, clarity and temperature of the water.

    I loved the colour, clarity and temperature of the water. The sand was so soft and almost white. I didn't like the hassle on the beach though. It was easier to stay at the hotel to avoid it. But that's not why you visit another country!
    Melody
    Switzerland
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Quiet part of the island with beach among the nicest.

    Quiet part of the island with beach among the nicest. That meant fewer people and tranquility which was what I was looking for during that trip. The hotel was also exactly what I need. All the facilities (gym, massage, sports activities) + excellent food at a reasonable cost. And Fatma the day manager was great. A wonderful person and soul
    ERINNA
    United States
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Wonderful place. I fell in love.

    Wonderful place. I fell in love. My favorite place was the Z lodge, they had supper friendly staff who helped me at any time around the clock. It is easy to get around since Z lodge has in house vehicles and great drivers. Would visit again
    Ashley
    Kenya
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Front Office led by Victor was outstanding and exceeded our...

    Front Office led by Victor was outstanding and exceeded our expectations The restaurant and other staff were extremely courteous and helpful in all circumstances. The Food and Beverager Manager Zablon is a kind and focused man, results oriented.
    Tohey
    Kenya
  • 10
    Scored 10

    We went to the Zan View Beach Bar most nights for happy hour...

    We went to the Zan View Beach Bar most nights for happy hour and dinner. The beach has much more of a relaxed feel than Nungwi, which seemed more like a place for young people to get drunk whereas Kiwengwa was more families and laid-back properties.
    Christiana
    United Kingdom

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Kiwengwa

  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 563 reviews
    Very spacious and stylish room, nice pool with great view with many sun beds available. We liked the garden with lovely plants and of course the bush babies! The hotel has a secluded feeling, away from the busyness Zanzibar sometimes can be. This was our last stop on a two week trip on the island and we very much enjoyed relaxing and winding down at this place. Also very happy with the generous check out time allowing you to still enjoy the facilities and having the time to take a shower before flying home. Thanks Marafiki!
    Céline
    United Kingdom
  • From £78.90 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,113 reviews
    Zanzibella is the best place to stay in Zanzibar. The location is perfect and the rooms are super clean and very big and comfortable for a couple. The staff is so friendly and especially Chaimae with whom we had close communication even before our trip and arranged everything for us. She was even there when she was not working. She made our stay wonderful. The beach is very quiet. The food is exemplary and they provide good entertainment with too many shows. I would highly and with no hesitations recommend Zanzibella.
    IOANNA
    Greece
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,263 reviews
    The choice was made because we like to discover new dishes and tastes in different countries, and it was a top place for the photos found on social media. The restaurant is definitely the best we had on our route in Zanzibar - bravo to the chef and the entire team. All dishes exceeded our expectations - delicious, fresh ingredients, large portions, amazing decorations. Everything else about the hotel was not something unique - just good and comfortable with an ocean view. So, I'm giving my 10 points to the kitchen.
    Sebastian
    Italy
  • From £64.27 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 392 reviews
    I loved my stay at Zan View Hotel. The staff was very helpful throughout our journey, always ready to accommodate us and very friendly. The location is perfect for someone looking for a quiet and calm area. I was happy to go through the village to get to the beach, it allowed me to meet wonderful people and to get in touch with the local culture. I booked most of my activities through the hotel and it went very well. I would gladly stay there again if I ever go back to Zanzibar!
    Wafae
    United Arab Emirates
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 218 reviews
    it was small & beautiful, decorated in Zanzibari style, clean & great air conditioning! It’s on the east side of the island, much quieter & secluded than Stone Town. the staff was wonderful & respected our privacy. The food was excellent—- Italian chef cooked great dishes ( I wish he wouldn’t have yelled at his staff so much!) They were helpful with taxis & excursions. We have no complaints at all & really enjoyed our time there, we also felt very safe!
    LuAnn
    United States
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 20 reviews
    Excellent property and Alice from the Zanzibar Houses Office management was very easy to deal with. Suleyman was accessible throughout the stay and Sule (the stay-in security guy) was also respectful of our requests for privacy as a family. Rahmah the cleaning lady was amazing and the property was super clean everyday. Chef was also accommodating of our requests and made some excellent pancakes. If you like sunsets, it is a dream come true! :-)
    BIJU
    United Arab Emirates
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,587 reviews
    -Very friendly and helpful stuff (Special thanks for General Manager Mr. Aied Rizkalla, Chef Lotfy, Stella, Zabron and Said) -Flash Tour Guide Suleyman he is very professional. He arranged our tours with best price in Zanzibar. -Delicious food served. -Best honeymoon welcoming I had ever seen in a hotel or resort. -Hotel location is perfect. 45 min to every where on island. Hotel is perfect for family’s and couples.
    Hasan
    Egypt
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 359 reviews
    One of the best places I ever visited in my life. Italian style hotel in the middle of Zanzibar. I was pretty scared due to low amount of Comments , but place really exceed my expectations. Thank for one of the most beautiful vacation. Food in hotel is Italian and very tasty. Breakfast is amazing. Room is super clean. Right on beach front. People are super cool. Thank you!
    Andre-Pier
    Russia
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 429 reviews
    + professional & friendly team + decent wifi + delicious breakfasts with a wide variety of fruit + one of the best overall menu in Kiwengwa, octopus was outstanding! + beautiful beach with absolutely amazing sounds of ocean waves which we could hear from our room + great design inside & outside - white dream really stands out among other hotels in kiwengwa
    Kaja
    Poland
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 162 reviews
    I stayed in la base for 5 and the experience has been great. The place is really clean and comfortable. The restaurant is located right in front of the beach so you'll definitely have a relaxing time while enjoying your meal and drinks. Thanks to the hosts Cris and Luca. They were really cool. This place is a must when you're in kiwengwa.
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  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,587 reviews
    Very good food, everyday different and the hotel is very well located, right on the beach. The ocean itself was also very good to swim in, no rocks, which you find sometimes in Zanzibar. Besides, the staff is very friendly, Stella and Harry from the reception are very welcoming and there is everyday some other entertainment to do or see.
    Julia
    Netherlands
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 158 reviews
    Fantastic, great value little hotel right on the beach. Clean simple bungalow rooms which open right onto the sand. Rooms are very well set up for travellers with numerous universal power points and good Wi-Fi throughout. Great tasting breakfast and other meal options. Laura, Ania and the rest of the staff were amazing.
    Scott
    Qatar
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 36 reviews
    The location is really nice. Even though the hotel itself is not really at the beach ( they have a beach bar and the hotel is like 100 m further), that beach is the best one we've seen in Zanzibar. The rooms were clean and food was decent. The ac was working fine and water in the shower was hot. Internet was good.
    Dmitry Dubonos
    Belarus
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 36 reviews
    The staff at Cast Away are exceedingly helpful, friendly and accommodating. They go out of their way to make you feel welcome and even spoiled. The location is fantastic, right on the beach with a beach bar serving drinks. The facilities were beautiful and comfortable. I would gladly return to this hotel!
    Karin
    United States
  • From £78.90 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,113 reviews
    Wonderful resort right on the beach as the pictures show. Clean, great staff, nice food. Rooms are nice and spacious, with massive balcony's and modern furnishing and finishes. But has some Zanzibar charm. The owners are also very helpful for their guests. I generally loved it. Thank you Zanzibella
    sikelelwa
    South Africa
  • From £159.40 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 126 reviews
    It's very nice smaller hotel than BlueBay which makes it more comfortable and quieter. The food is tasty and even there is no huge selection it's good enough. Stuff is professional so it makes your stay very pleasant and relaxing. I think that this is very good choice if you go to visit Zanzibar.
    Jacek
    Poland
  • From £159.40 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 126 reviews
    Great location, approx 1hr from Zanzibar airport, $50 oneway transport, great communication thru "Whats App", driver was kind and respectful. Resort is really nice with gorgeous grounds, clean pools. The resort mostly has a European clientele. Workers are kind and helpful
    Danielle Pre
    United States
  • From £31.88 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 204 reviews
    Room is clean ,beach view .staff is very professional and friendly. I enjoyed my stay there . It is like paradise.Flesita and Sasha were amazing and the rest of the staff also . For sure I will come again. Kwaheri Zanzibar
    Saadeldeen
    Georgia
  • From £419.22 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 681 reviews
    Best Hotel in Zanzibar.. Lovely Hotel, 5 stars service, excellent food, perfect entertainments , and so nice and professional staff. The nicest staff I ever seen. A Must in Zanzibar.
    Mahmoud
    France
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 138 reviews
    the value for money is great you had everything you need a calm zanzibar beach, great food, perfect staff runs by a italian family and they were very friendly
    Belemir
    Turkey