We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Kiwengwa, Tanzania. We have also included accommodation in villas, lodges, boutique hotels, apartments, romantic hotels, guest houses and boats. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated December 2023.
Boutique hotel.Stylish. Superb interior design.Opened February 2021. 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 Reserve and 35 km from Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park, the hotel features a private beach area. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. At the hotel, every room includes a wardrobe, bed linen and a balcony with a sea view. Each room includes a private bathroom and a shower, and certain units at Ayla Beach House have a patio. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at the accommodation. Cinema Afrique is 39 km from Ayla Beach House, while Old Dispensary is 39 km away. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 41 km from the hotel.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Popular among women. Located in Kiwengwa, White Dream has a garden and a terrace. The property features a bar, as well as a restaurant serving international cuisine. Free WiFi is available and Vera Club is 500 metres away. At the bed and breakfast, rooms are equipped with a wardrobe. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom, while certain rooms at White Dream also have a balcony. A continental breakfast is served every morning at the property. Speaking English and Spanish at the reception, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical guidance on the area.Show full description
Resort.Very stylish. Great views. Popular among women.Opened August 2021. Facing the beachfront, Imara Beach Resort offers 4-star accommodation in Kiwengwa and has a garden, restaurant and bar. Located around a few steps from Kiwengwa Beach, the resort with free WiFi is also 41 km away from Peace Memorial Museum. The accommodation features room service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests. The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a bidet. The area is popular for snorkelling, and car hire is available at Imara Beach Resort. Kichwele Forest Reserve is 15 km from the accommodation, while Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park is 36 km from the property. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 43 km from Imara Beach Resort.Show full description
One of the most STYLISH resorts in Kiwengwa. It also has outstanding views!
Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. Popular among couples. ARYA Boutique Resort has an outdoor swimming pool, a bar and shared lounge in Kiwengwa. A few steps from Kiwengwa Beach and 24 km from Kichwele Forest Reserve, the property provides a private beach area, as well as a garden. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, room service and currency exchange for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a patio and a private bathroom with a shower. Guests at ARYA Boutique Resort can enjoy a continental or a buffet breakfast. The accommodation offers a hot tub. Guests at ARYA Boutique Resort will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kiwengwa, like cycling. Sipano Beach Club is a few steps from the hotel. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 31 km from ARYA Boutique Resort.Show full description
I think this place could be the most ELEGANT boutique hotel in Kiwengwa. It is very popular among couples travelling to Kiwengwa.
Lodge.Romantic. Great views. Popular among couples. Located on the coast of Kiwengwa, Zanbluu Beach Hotel offers ocean and garden views. The property offers an infinity pool with views of the ocean, as well as a pool bar. Some rooms have a private swimming pool. Most rooms feature sea views and each unit is equipped with air-conditioning, a flat screen TV and a tea-and-coffee making facility. While some rooms are fitted with bath or an outdoor shower on the terrace or garden, all rooms have a private bathroom with extras such as a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests can enjoy international cuisine and Mediterranean specialities at the on-site restaurant. They can also have a drink at the bar or at the pool bar. Activities such as hiking, water sports and cultural visits can be arranged. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is a 48 km away.Show full description
Resort.Lively. Great value. This resort overlooks a white sandy private beach area, and is located 39km from Zanzibar. Guests can swim or snorkel in the nearby reef or relax at the hotel bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. The spacious, air-conditioned rooms at Mvuvi Resort all feature a patio with garden views. Each is decorated in a bright, modern style and has an en suite with a shower. Some come with four-poster beds. Breakfast is served daily and the resort’s restaurant and bar have a range of local and international offerings. Guests can make use of a number of facilities, including kitesurfing hire, tour booking, and an airport shuttle. Zanzibar Airport is 46km from Mvuvi Resort, and Stone Town is 39km away.Show full description
This is likely one of the most LIVELY resorts in Kiwengwa.
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Nice surroundings. Marafiki Bungalows is located on the beach in Kiwengwa,overlooking the ocean.Zanzibar International Airport is a 1 hour drive away. The rooms are housed in traditional bungalow units, featuring local Zanzibari architecture and dried palm leaves for roofing. The furniture is locally crafted and the interiors are complemented with ocean-coloured overlays created using traditional looms. Every room is fitted with a private bathroom and a shower at the terrace. Guests can enjoy local and European cuisine at the restaurant, followed by a drink at the bar, both overlooking the ocean and infinity pool. The area offers plenty of various activities, including snorkeling, diving or kite surfing.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Cool. Great bar. Situated in Kiwengwa, La Base B&B offers beachfront accommodation 39 km from Peace Memorial Museum and features various facilities, such as a private beach area, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. This bed and breakfast offers air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace. The rooms are fitted with a balcony with garden views. All units at the bed and breakfast are fitted with a seating area. With a private bathroom fitted with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer, units at the bed and breakfast also feature free WiFi. At the bed and breakfast, units have bed linen and towels. At the bed and breakfast, the restaurant is open for dinner, lunch and cocktails and specialises in Italian cuisine. Guests at La Base B&B will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kiwengwa, like walking tours. Kichwele Forest Reserve is 13 km from the accommodation, while Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park is 34 km from the property. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International, 41 km from La Base B&B, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Elegant. Popular among couples.Opened September 2021. 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. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has garden views, and guests can enjoy access to a hot tub. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. Zanzibella Hotel & SPA features certain units with sea views, and all rooms are fitted with a balcony. At the accommodation every room is fitted with bed linen and towels. A buffet breakfast is available daily at Zanzibella Hotel & SPA. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving African, American and Italian cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested. Kichwele Forest Reserve is 15 km from Zanzibella Hotel & SPA, while Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park is 32 km away. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 42 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Hip. Great bar.Opened September 2021. Located in Kiwengwa, a few steps from Kiwengwa Beach, Z-Lodge Zanzibar provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. With a bar, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation features room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, each room includes a desk, bed linen and a patio with a garden view. All units include a wardrobe. A buffet, continental or vegetarian breakfast is available daily at the property. At Z-Lodge Zanzibar you will find a restaurant serving American, Indian and Japanese cuisine. Vegetarian and vegan options can also be requested. The area is popular for snorkelling, and car hire is available at the accommodation. Peace Memorial Museum is 42 km from Z-Lodge Zanzibar, while Kichwele Forest Reserve is 15 km away. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International, 43 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the coolest and most CREATIVE boutique hotels in Kiwengwa. It also has an amazing hotel bar.
Guest House.Charming. Great location. Located in Kiwengwa, just a few steps from Kiwengwa Beach, Villa Lala provides beachfront accommodation with a private beach area, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and free WiFi. The air-conditioned accommodation is 40 km from Peace Memorial Museum. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and a housekeeping service for guests. Some units include a terrace and/or a balcony with sea views and an outdoor dining area. At the guest house, all units are fitted with a private bathroom. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Kichwele Forest Reserve is 14 km from the guest house, while Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park is 35 km away. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International, 42 km from Villa Lala, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This is likely the most charming and romantic guest house in Kiwengwa.
Boutique hotel.Historic property. Great location. Featuring a terrace with Indian Ocean views, set by sandy Kiwengwa Beach, the 30-acre site includes a spa, pool and sports facilities. The spacious rooms and suites have a walk-in dressing room and seating area. Some are in a private area and have an outdoor shower. Overlooking the pool and ocean, Makuti Restaurant serves international cuisine. The Beach Bar and Restaurant offers light meals and drinks, while seafood and steak dinners are available at exclusive Bahari Grill. The pool bar also provides drinks. Land activities include tennis, table tennis and a gym, while diving, pedal boating and windsurfing are among the watersport options. For children there is a playground and paddling pool. The multilingual staff can book tours and arrange car or bike rental. Stone Town is 40 km from Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa, and Zanzibar International Airport is 46 km away.Show full description
One of the most HISTORIC boutique hotels in Kiwengwa.
Boutique hotel.Lively. Popular among women. 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 spacious rooms are equipped with local furnishings and offer sea and garden views. Each room has a shared terrace, shared outdoor furniture and mosquito nets. The restaurant serves local cuisine and drinks and cocktails are offered at the bar. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including snorkeling, wind surfing, cycling, horse riding and fishing. Zan View Hotel is about 45 minutes' drive from Zanzibar International Airport and transfers can be arranged for a surcharge.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Beautiful. Great value. 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 rooms are decorated in Swahili style. Each comes with seating area, ceiling fan, a bathroom with shower and a four-poster bed, draped with a mosquito net. Guest can relax on the balcony. Staff at Bahati Villa can arrange trips and excursions around the Zanzibar. Stone Town is about 40 km away and Jozani Forest is 45 km away from the property.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Opened June 2021. Located in Kiwengwa, Kuwa Zanzibar provides free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a bar, a garden and a private beach area. Guests at the aparthotel can enjoy an American breakfast. Kuwa Zanzibar offers a terrace. Kiwengwa Beach is 100 meter from the accommodation, while Kichwele Forest Reserve is 10 km away. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 31 km from Kuwa Zanzibar.Show full description
Villa.Delightful property. Gorgeous surroundings. Situated in Kiwengwa, Magic Beach Villa features accommodation with a private pool, a patio and sea views. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located a few steps from Kiwengwa Beach. The spacious villa features 5 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower, free toiletries and a washing machine. Towels and bed linen are available in the villa. The property has an outdoor dining area. Barbecue facilities are provided at the villa complex, and guests can also relax in the garden or go on a picnic in the picnic area. Peace Memorial Museum is 40 km from the villa, while Kichwele Forest Reserve is 14 km from the property. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International, 42 km from Magic Beach Villa, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
In my judgement this could be one of the most BEAUTIFUL villas in Kiwengwa. It also has beautiful surroundings!
Villa.Opened January 2023. Situated in Kiwengwa, Boho Boutique Villa - Adults Only offers beachfront accommodation 40 km from Peace Memorial Museum and offers various facilities, such as an infinity pool, a terrace and a bar. With a private beach area, the 4-star villa has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. There is free private parking and the property features paid airport shuttle service. At the villa complex, all units are fitted with a wardrobe. All units have private entrance. At the villa complex, every unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. A selection of options including fruits, juice and cheese is available for the continental breakfast. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Kichwele Forest Reserve is 14 km from the villa, while Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park is 35 km from the property. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 41 km from Boho Boutique Villa - Adults Only.Show full description
Resort.Charming. Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort is 40 km away from Zanzibar Airport and offers a private beach area, an outdoor pool and a restaurant. Free WiFi is available. The apartments come with a terrace and a bathroom with shower. Some units feature air conditioning while others offer a ceiling fan. Each bed is draped with a mosquito net. The restaurant serves local and Mediterranean cuisine and cocktails can be enjoyed at the bar. Activities in the surrounding area include diving, snorkelling and kite surfing.Show full description
Lodge. Shooting Star Boutique Hotel is located at the beach in Kiwengwa. Surrounded by tropical gardens with stunning views across the Indian Ocean, the lodge features an outdoor pool and spa. The rooms at the Shooting Star Boutique Hotel have air-conditioning, a patio and a private bathroom with bathrobes and free toiletries. The lodge has a restaurant and beach bar. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including snorkeling, scuba diving, and kite surfing. Zanzibar International Airport is a 45-minute drive away and airport shuttles can be arranged for a surcharge.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Great location.Opened January 2022. Situated in Kiwengwa, a few steps from Kiwengwa Beach, Seashore Villa features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Featuring a restaurant, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The daily breakfast offers buffet, à la carte or continental options. The hotel offers a hot tub and room service. At the hotel, each room is fitted with a wardrobe. Seashore Villa provides some rooms with sea views, and the rooms include a patio. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kiwengwa, like cycling. Speaking Arabic, English, Spanish and Italian at the 24-hour front desk, staff are willing to help at any time of the day. Peace Memorial Museum is 40 km from Seashore Villa, while Kichwele Forest Reserve is 14 km from the property. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International, 42 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This boutique hotel has a great location in Kiwengwa.
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