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Kimulimuli Green Heaven

Kilindoni (2,250 ft from Mafia Airport)

A good location for a hassle-free holiday in Kilindoni, Kimulimuli Green Heaven is a campground surrounded by views of the garden.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
$60
1 night, 2 adults

Butiama Bustani Hotel

Kilindoni (3,000 ft from Mafia Airport)

4.2 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve in Kilindoni, Butiama Bustani Hotel features accommodations with access to a public bath.

V
Veronica
From
United Kingdom
Every thing about this hotel was wonderful for us. The staff were delightful, kind, friendly and always helpful. The accommodation was excellent for my daughter and I. We could not have been happier. Any query we had, or the adaptability of our meals were all catered for with such grace.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 82 reviews
Price from
$136.85
1 night, 2 adults

Kitu Kiblu

Kilindoni (3,050 ft from Mafia Airport)

With Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve reachable in 4.2 miles, Kitu Kiblu has accommodations, a restaurant, a garden, a terrace and a bar. Some units feature a seating area and/or a balcony.

F
Fabio
From
Switzerland
Kitu Kiblu is a little gem in Kilindoni, only 5 minutes from the airstrip. The lodge is completely immersed in nature, with direct access to the ocean and a breathtaking view. The atmosphere is more of a family than an accommodation facility: you feel right away at ease with everyone, and you can immediately switch your brain off and take away any sort of stress that you carry on your shoulders. If you want, you can also organise an encounter with the whale sharks in a responsible and organized manner. I left a piece of heart in Kitu Kiblu and I'll definitely come back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews
Price from
$45
1 night, 2 adults

Mgeni Homestay

Kilindoni (3,100 ft from Mafia Airport)

Offering inner courtyard views, Mgeni Homestay in Kilindoni provides accommodations and a shared lounge. This homestay offers free private parking, a 24-hour front desk, and free Wifi.

M
Margaret
From
United States
I had a wonderful stay at Mgeni Homestay, with both Ally, the owner, and Bunda, the home caretaker, going above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable. The rooms are spacious and clean, and the house is centrally located in Kilindoni and close to the beach. I would recommend Mgeni to those who are traveling, either alone or in groups, and are looking for a budget and authentic homestay option.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 76 reviews
Price from
$17.08
1 night, 2 adults

Kileleni

Kilindoni (0.8 mi from Mafia Airport)

Kileleni has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and bar in Kilindoni. Free WiFi and room service are offered. At the resort, rooms contain a closetand a balcony with a garden view.

D
Daan
From
Netherlands
Amazing food, friendly staff, great pool and a good shower. Drinking water available the entire day. Big rooms with a nice lounging area in front of each bungalow. Pick-up and drop-off are included.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews
Price from
$226
1 night, 2 adults

Butiama Beach Lodge

Kilindoni (1.1 mi from Mafia Airport)

Located in Kilindoni, 3.7 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Butiama Beach Lodge has accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

J
Jessica
From
United States
Wonderful staff. Lovely property. Great beach. Excellent restaurant. Good value.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
$386.75
1 night, 2 adults

Mafia Dream Hotel

Hotel in Kilindoni (1.2 mi from Mafia Airport)

Located in Kilindoni, 3.4 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Mafia Dream Hotel provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

Y
Yaniv Mutat
From
Israel
Great place. Very kind staff. We stayed there for 3 nights, and were super happy from it. Breakfast was good, and the room was clean. Great location, and easy walkable from the airport.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 83 reviews
Price from
$58.50
1 night, 2 adults

Maisara Mafia Beach Lodge

Hotel in Kilindoni (1.7 mi from Mafia Airport)

Located in Kilindoni, 4.4 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Maisara Mafia Beach Lodge has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a terrace.

L
Larissa
From
Austria
Beautiful bungalows with a huge garden directly in front of the beach. All the bungalows have a big glass front where you can see the garden and at some locations the beach. Incredibly nice staff - try to help and accommodate wherever they can. Could change the room without problems as I needed AC to be able to sleep (March can be incredibly hot and humid). Even came back to the hotel after diving on the other side of the island. Everything seems a bit rustic as first but you will definitely fall in love with it. There is a really really nice gift shop with handicrafts on site - really nice woman from the village, definitely one to support. The locations to the beach is super close and to the left there are two more hotels you can go for dinner or a drink. People all know each other on Mafia and help you with everything! :) Breakfast is great!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews
Price from
$108
1 night, 2 adults

Coconut Mafia Island Bungalows

Utende (7 mi from Mafia Airport)

Featuring a garden, Coconut Mafia Island Bungalows provides accommodations in Utende.

S
Stefan
From
Austria
The staff was amazing, very hospitable and took care of everything. Breakfast and dinner was great, they have a really great chef and attentive personnel. They also rented us bikes for free, such that we could drive to the dive shop (~10 minutes by bike). Great and inexpensive stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews
Price from
$55
1 night, 2 adults

Meremeta Lodge

Utende (7 mi from Mafia Airport)

Featuring free bikes and a garden, Meremeta Lodge is located in Utende, less than 15 minutes cycle from Mafia Island Diving. Free WiFi is offered.

B
Blythe
From
France
It was like staying in a cozy, private village. Meremeta, Suma and all of the staff were incredibly warm and welcoming. They were dedicated to making our stay in Mafia the best possible and always available for anything we needed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews
Price from
$99
1 night, 2 adults
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6.0

Going to Mafia Island is like going back in the time.

Going to Mafia Island is like going back in the time. Still underdeveloped with not too many locals handling foreign languages but nice people. A lot of chinese low key staff in the boutiques but sometimes quite pricey. Even the beer is cheaper in Europe ! Kilindoni is the main spot and if you don't find a certain thing here , you won't be able to find it on the other part of the island. Island still lacks promotion ( advertising ) and I was disappointed that I wasn't able to find those T shirts with Mafia logo or saying something about the island. I went there for diving - and it turned out to be the most expensive one I had in whole my life - so resume to whale shark watching.until the government change its mind and stops screwing tourists. ( I hope this will happen in the future ). Regarding the diving: I'm an instructor so can lay down a professional thought: good but not outstanding as they brag ... and not worth the money.
Guest review by
Jaro_diver
Romania
6.0

Some nice different options for various tours in the marine...

Some nice different options for various tours in the marine park. Not really a beach there, and the little sand available is occupied by working fisherman; either side is mangrove. There is a sandbar further out you can visit. Better to stay outside to avoid the marine fees and only pay them when you need to enter it as nicer beaches elsewhere.
Guest review by
LukeSilviaCombo
United Kingdom
10

KItu KIblu is very close to KIlidoni and the airport (5...

KItu KIblu is very close to KIlidoni and the airport (5 minutes walking, if with a backpack no need for a taxi). Centre is 15 minutes either by the beach or bay the main road; not great choice of restaurants and better going by night, it's safe and people are very friendly. Don't forget to say hello (mambo) to all men (women seem not appropriate, probably due to muslim religion) and shake your arm to children at the front door, they will repay with a great smile!! By the beach experience the fisherman village to south and back to town by the jungle, there are a lot of small villages with friendly people. Otherwise tuktuk is a good mean to move along the island until Chole, to north (nice beaches) better take a taxi. Pay attention at the road to Ras kisimani, beach is wonderful but very tough to get there. When in Utende I strongly recommend Pamela beach for a lunch or dinner; she's great and let you experience local food.
Guest review by
flavio
Italy