We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Matemwe, Tanzania. We have also included accommodation in villas, boutique hotels, boats, guest houses, historic buildings and romantic hotels. 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.Highly elegant. Superb interior design. Popular among couples.Opened August 2021. Situated in Matemwe, a few steps from Matemwe Beach, Alladin Boutique Beach Hotel and SPA Zanzibar features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers a bar. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The rooms are fitted with a private bathroom, while some rooms also boast a balcony and others also feature a sea view. The hotel offers an outdoor pool. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at Alladin Boutique Beach Hotel and SPA Zanzibar. Peace Memorial Museum is 47 km from the accommodation, while Kichwele Forest Reserve is 29 km from the property. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 52 km from Alladin Boutique Beach Hotel and SPA Zanzibar.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most elegant boutique hotels in Matemwe.
Boutique hotel.Romantic. Lovely surroundings. Popular among couples. Overlooking white-sand beaches and the crystalline waters of the Indian Ocean, SeVi Boutique Hotel is situated at the north-east coast of Zanzibar, by the fishing village of Kigomani. The property features a garden, a terrace and a bar. The a la carte style lunch and dinner offer a mix of African and European flavours. Guests staying at the property can take part in water sports, like snorkeling and diving in the coral banks. Free WiFi is available. Featuring a veranda equipped with a plunge pool and a hammock, all rooms (bandas) are air conditioned, individually decorated with local materials, including ethnic details and thatched roofs. The private bathrooms come with walk-in showers. Guests can enjoy meals at the open-air restaurant, serving a menu based on local specialties prepared with fresh local fish. Freshly mixed cocktails are served at the poolside bar. The spa offers a variety of massages and beauty treatments. Boat trips to Mnemba Atoll located 3 km away from the hotel are available. The historic Stone Town is 46 km away. Zanzibar Airport is 52 km away and the property can arrange a shuttle service upon request.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Charming. Great bar. Popular among couples. Featuring 2 outdoor swimming pools, Zanzibar Sunrise at Bandas is located in Matemwe, 6 km from Dive Spot. This hotel offers room service, luggage storage space and free WiFi. Guests can try African and seafood dishes at the in-house restaurant. At the hotel, all rooms come with a terrace. Rooms have a private bathroom with free toiletries. Guest rooms feature a desk. Breakfast is available daily, and includes various options such as gluten-free or lactose-free. Guests can have a drink at the onsite bar and enjoy Afro Funk Jazz live music 3 evenings a week, as well as live afternoon DJ sessions on Saturdays. Zanzibar Sunrise at Bandas offers free yoga classes from Monday to Friday. The area is popular for cycling, diving and snorkeling. Free bike hire is available at the accommodation. Mnemba Island is 7 km from Zanzibar Sunrise at Bandas, while Muyuni Beach is 8 km from the property.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Gorgeous surroundings. Popular among women. Salama & Mbuyuni Bungalows features a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a garden and bar in Matemwe. Each room comes with a patio. Guests at Salama & Mbuyuni Bungalows can enjoy a à la carte or a vegetarian breakfast. At the hotel, the rooms are fitted with a wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom, rooms at Salama & Mbuyuni Bungalows also offer free WiFi. At the accommodation each room is fitted with a seating area. The hotel offers a sun terrace. Mnemba Island is 7 km from Salama & Mbuyuni Bungalows, while the beach is 300 meters away. The hotel is located at 1 min. from taxi station, autobus and moto taxi.Show full description
This might be the most beautiful, charming and relaxing boutique hotel in Matemwe. It also has BEAUTIFUL SURROUNDINGS. WOW!
Resort.Great views. Offering 2 outdoor pools and a lush garden, Zoi Boutique Hotel Zanzibar ex Sunshine Hotel is located on Matemwe Beach. Diving, PADI courses and snorkelling to Mnemba Atoll are available. Zoi Boutique Hotel Zanzibar ex Sunshine Hotel boasts an à la carte restaurant next to the pools and overlooking the Indian Ocean, a bar and a lounge for refreshments and snacks. Decorated in a minimalistic and eco-friendly style, each unit offers a private terrace or patio with garden or sea views. The private bathrooms contain a shower. Extras include a safety deposit box and a fan. Guests can explore the surroundings by bike or relax on the beach. Massages can be arranged for an additional surcharge. Staff at the hotel can help you organize activities such as diving and snorkelling on site or in the nearby area.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Lovely property. Great location.Opened November 2021. Situated in Matemwe, a few steps from Matemwe Beach, HEBE Bungalows Lodge features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. With a bar, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and room service. At the hotel, every room is equipped with a balcony. HEBE Bungalows Lodge offers some rooms with sea views, and the rooms have a coffee machine. At the accommodation rooms include bed linen and towels. A buffet, continental or vegetarian breakfast is available each morning at the property. At HEBE Bungalows Lodge you will find a restaurant serving African, Mediterranean and Pizza cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Activities such as hiking, snorkelling, cycling can be enjoyed in the surroundings, and guests can relax along the beachfront. Peace Memorial Museum is 47 km from the hotel, while Kichwele Forest Reserve is 28 km from the property. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International, 51 km from HEBE Bungalows Lodge, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Resort. Situated on the Matemwe beach in the Matemwe village on the East Coast of Zanzibar, Kena Beach Hotel lies along the east coast of Zanzibar. It boasts a restaurant overlooking the swimming pool and Indian Ocean, a tropical garden and bar where guests can have a drink. The elegantly decorated rooms feature a thatched roof and have wooden floors, mosquito nets and air conditioning. Each room includes a minibar and en-suite bathroom with free toiletries. Kena Beach Hotel serves breakfast daily in the buffet restaurant and private dining on the beach can be arranged upon request. Guests can enjoy a cocktail at the bar. The staff at the property are available to help guest with all their queries and give tour advice. The property also features free WiFi. Stone Town is a 45 minutes’ drive away and the private beach area at Kena Beach Hotel offers the opportunity to enjoy activities such as diving, snorkelling and a variety of watersport available upon request. Zanzibar Airport is 47 km away from Kena Beach Hotel and an airport shuttle can be arranged upon request.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Creative. Great location.Opened October 2021. Facing the beachfront, Mambo Paradise offers 4-star accommodation in Matemwe and features free bikes, outdoor swimming pool and garden. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a terrace. You can play darts at the hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a kids' club and free WiFi. At the hotel, each room has a wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom with a bidet and free toiletries, certain rooms at Mambo Paradise also offer a sea view. Guest rooms at the accommodation include air conditioning and a desk. At Mambo Paradise you will find a restaurant serving African, American and Italian cuisine. A vegetarian option can also be requested. Mambo Paradise provides a laundry service, as well as business facilities like fax and photocopying. Matemwe Beach is a few steps from the accommodation, while Peace Memorial Museum is 47 km away. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 52 km from Mambo Paradise.Show full description
I would describe this as the most creative and cosy boutique hotel in Matemwe. It also has great affordability!
Villa.Elegant. Great views. Situated in Matemwe, 6 km from Dive Spot, Karabai Villa features an outdoor pool and spa centre. Mnemba Island is 7 km from the property. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. Featuring a balcony, the air-conditioned accommodation features a dining area and a seating area with a satellite flat-screen TV. There is also a kitchen, fitted with an oven. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also featured, as well as a coffee machine. There is a private bathroom with a bath in every unit. Bed linen is offered. Karabai Villa also includes a sun terrace. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar and restaurant. The property has a private beach area and bike hire is available. Car hire is available at the property and the area is popular for snorkelling and windsurfing. You can engage in various activities, such as diving, cycling and fishing. Muyuni Beach is 9 km from Karabai Villa. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 56 km from Karabai Villa.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Great bar. Offering a year-round outdoor pool ,a spa centre and a diving centre in the neighbouring hotel, Zanzibar Queen Hotel is set in Matemwe in the Zanzibar Region. The hotel has a barbecue and water sports facilities, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. Some rooms include a seating area where you can relax. Some units have views of the sea or pool. You will find a 24-hour front desk and gift shop at the property. A number of activities are offered in the area, such as snorkelling and diving. Mnemba Island is 6 km from Zanzibar Queen Hotel, while Muyuni Beach is 7 km away. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 43 km from the property.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Hip. Great interior design. Popular among women. Located off the North-East coast of Zanzibar, in the Matemwe area, Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar offers a beautiful white sandy beach, overlooking a magnificent turquoise lagoon. Discover a barefoot Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar and authentic Zanzibarian experience with 3 swimming pools, a private beach and features various facilities, such as an ocean view restaurant, bar, and a spa. Rooms with views to the beautiful gardens, or the breathtaking Indian Ocean. Every bungalow features a furnished balcony or balcony, free Wi-Fi, fans, mosquito net, safety deposit box, kettle, a bottle of water daily, and tea & coffee making facilities. The ensuite bathrooms are equipped with a shower. The area is popular for cycling, and bicycles available free of charge at Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar. Or go for a long walk at the beach during low tide and swim during high tide. Guests can also relax by one of the pools. Dive Point Zanzibar offers scuba diving and snorkelling. Guests can enjoy local and international cuisine at the restaurant and drinks at the Boat Bar. There are several lounge areas, and free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar is located 55 km from Stone Town and 60 km from Zanzibar International Airport. Located in the bay of Kigomani, the hotel is a 10-minute drive from Matemwe.Show full description
I think this place could be the coolest and most STYLISH boutique hotel in Matemwe.
Boutique hotel.Popular among couples. Located along its own private sandy beach in Matemwe, Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel features large gardens and an outdoor pool. It is 45 km from Stone Town, and offers a restaurant and free Wi-Fi. Offering a private veranda or a balcony, each guestroom at Villa Kiva is elegantly decorated with exposed wooden beams and ethnic details. All rooms have an en-suite bathroom with shower and bidet. Some suites have a seating area with a TV. A buffet breakfast is served every morning at the Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel. Its restaurant offers a menu based on the rich and variegated Zanzibar tradition, fresh seafood dishes and European specialties. The bar offers the perfect spot to sip a cocktail or enjoy a selection of beverages. The main building has also a lounge area and a TV room, and the staff can arrange a variety of massages. Zanzibar Airport is 53 km away, while the Stone Town ferry pier in is 46 km away.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Lively. Great bar.Opened November 2020. Located on Matemwe Beach, Marafiki Beach Hotel & SPA offers accommodation with a bar, a swimming pool, a garden and a 24-hour front desk for your convenience. The hotel features both WiFi and private parking free of charge. A à la carte breakfast is available every morning. All rooms offer ocean view and are equipped with air conditioner, terrace or balcony, the private bathrooms feature a shower and free toiletries. Marafiki Beach Hotel & SPA has an on-site restaurant and bar. Once a week, during dinner, guests can enjoy live music. Marafiki Beach Hotel- Anza offers for its guest complimentary kayaks and bicycles which can be used to ride one the beach while low tide or explore village. Mnemba Island is 8 km from the hotel, while Muyuni Beach is 9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International, 40 km from Marafiki Beach Hotel & SPA, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
I think this is the most LIVELY boutique hotel in Matemwe. It also has an amazing hotel bar.
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Nice surroundings. Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Zanzibar Retreat Hotel is located in Matemwe, a 10 seconds walk from the beach. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with air conditioning and certain rooms have a seating area. Featuring a shower and a private bathroom, a hairdryer is available on request. At Zanzibar Retreat Hotel you will find a pool area and a private beach. Other facilities offered at the property include massage, a tour desk an luggage storage. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling, diving and snorkelling. The property offers free parking. Kisauni Airport is 41 km away.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Newly opened, November 2023. Located in Matemwe, a few steps from Matemwe Beach, Infinity Beach Boutique Hotel & SPA provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. The accommodation features a range of water sports facilities and a private beach area, as well as a terrace and a bar. You can play darts at the hotel, and the area is popular for cycling. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, each room is fitted with a balcony. With a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and free toiletries, rooms at Infinity Beach Boutique Hotel & SPA also offer a sea view. Guest rooms at the accommodation include air conditioning and a desk. The daily breakfast offers continental, Italian or vegetarian options. At Infinity Beach Boutique Hotel & SPA you will find a restaurant serving African, American and Polish cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Peace Memorial Museum is 45 km from Infinity Beach Boutique Hotel & SPA, while Kichwele Forest Reserve is 27 km away. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 50 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Boutique hotel. Situated in Matemwe, a few steps from Matemwe Beach, Zanzibar Pearl - Boutique Hotel & Villas features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel has a terrace and a bar. Guests at Zanzibar Pearl - Boutique Hotel & Villas can enjoy an à la carte breakfast. Certain units at the property have a balcony with pool view. At the hotel, every room comes with a wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, some units at Zanzibar Pearl - Boutique Hotel & Villas also feature a sea view. At the accommodation the rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving African, American and European cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. Guests at Zanzibar Pearl - Boutique Hotel & Villas will be able to enjoy activities in and around Matemwe, like cycling. Peace Memorial Museum is 45 km from the accommodation, while Kichwele Forest Reserve is 27 km from the property. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International, 50 km from Zanzibar Pearl - Boutique Hotel & Villas, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Great views. Popular among women. Featuring 3 swimming pools, a dive centre, and a restaurant, Sunshine Marine Lodge is situated on a cliff overlooking the Indian Ocean and Mnemba Atoll, in a wild and unspoiled bush, far away from busy city life. Rooms with views to the beautiful gardens, or the breathtaking Indian Ocean. The space was designed with yoga practitioners in mind, but can serve many other purposes. Every room features a furnished balcony or balcony, free Wi-Fi, fans, mosquito net, safety deposit box, kettle, a bottle of water daily, and tea & coffee making facilities. The ensuite bathrooms are equipped with a shower. Sunshine Marine Lodge also offers their guests access to a beach area on Sunshine Bay, our sister property. This private beach features a restaurant, beach bar as well as umbrellas and sun lounges. Guests can take a complementary shuttle multiple times per day. There is a wooden jetty leading down to the beach at low tide and to the sea at high tide. Guests can also relax by one of the pools. Dive Point Zanzibar offers scuba diving and snorkeling. The property also features a Body & Mind Harmony Centre. Yoga classes available. Guests can enjoy local and international cuisine at the restaurant and drinks at the Boat Bar. There are several lounge areas, and free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Sunshine Marine Lodge is located 55 km from Stone Town and 60 km from Zanzibar International Airport. Located just in front of Mnemba Island, the lodge is a 20-minute drive from Matemwe.Show full description
Guest House.Cosy. Popular among women. Situated on a private sand beach overlooking the Indian Ocean, Zanzibar House in Matemwe features a swimming pool and bar. Scuba diving and snorkeling opportunities are also available. The spacious rooms have views of the palm grove garden or the Indian Ocean, and include terraces with seating areas. Free Wi-Fi is available is all areas. Our House Keeping is done twice a day, Morning and during Dinner time. Guests at Zanzibar House can enjoy both International and traditional Zanzibari dishes at the restaurant. Nungwi Beach is 20 km away and to Zanzibar’s Stone Town is 40 km. Jozani Forest is 45 km away.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Charming. Great value. Situated in Matemwe Kilimajuu, 100 metres from the beach, Kiganja provides an outdoor pool and air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The property features a bar, as well as a restaurant serving Italian cuisine. At the bed and breakfast, the rooms come with a balcony with pool view. All rooms include a private bathroom. All guest rooms will provide guests with a desk and a kettle. The daily breakfast offers continental and buffet options. Boat Yard is 32 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Villa.Cool. Great value. Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, pool view and a balcony, Tamani Villas - Annex is located in Matemwe. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property has a garden, as well as a family-friendly restaurant that serves African and American cuisine. Guests can take in the views of the garden from the patio, which also has outdoor furniture. The villa offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. As an added convenience, the villa offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. A car rental service and a private beach area are featured at Tamani Villas - Annex, and guests can go cycling in the surroundings. Matemwe Beach is 60 metres from the accommodation, while Pwani Mchangani Beach is 2.5 km away. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International, 49 km from Tamani Villas - Annex, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
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