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Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar, hotel in Matemwe

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.

Lovely hotel, comfortable, with friendly staff. Lovely bar and restaurant. Beach very close by, but not really usable for swimming as there are lots of rocks just off the beach and boats moored up in the morning, although good for sunbathing.
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
345 reviews
Price from£159.40per night
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AHG Dream's Bay Boutique Hotel, hotel in Matemwe

Situated in Matemwe, AHG Dream's Bay Boutique Hotel offers 4-star accommodation with a private beach area, free bikes and an outdoor swimming pool.

Small and cosy. Private beach and friendly staff
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very good
109 reviews
Price from£155.24per night
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Jafferji Beach Retreat,, hotel in Matemwe

Located in Matemwe, 300 metres from Matemwe Beach, Jafferji Beach Retreat, provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

The bedroom was well sized and the location provided a peaceful environment.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
204 reviews
Price from£96.52per night
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Panga Chumvi Beach Resort, hotel in Matemwe

Situated directly on a picturesque beach in Matemwe, Panga Chumvi Beach Resort features an on-site restaurant, swimming pool, massage services, bicycle rentals, and free Wi-Fi access throughout the...

Wonderful location just next to beach. Nice swimming pool and hammocks in a shaded area. Clean, spacious rooms with good air conditioning, mosquito nets and staff who treated the room to get rid of insects. The restuarant has a lovely view over the beach and sea, and staff were generally attentive and helpful.
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
147 reviews
Price from£84.01per night
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Marafiki Beach Hotel & SPA, hotel in Matemwe

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 is beautiful, a lot of attention is put in the details. The pools are big and there are beds and chairs available to enjoy the sun. The staff is very friendly and attentive to your needs. The restaurant prepares delicious foods. The hotel offers daily activities, such as a village tour, yoga, etc. Our room was spacious, we had a balcony and view of the sea. We were very happy with our stay and were able to relax and enjoy the hotel and the beach! If you are looking for relaxing holidays, don’t hesitate to go to Marafiki!
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
662 reviews
Price from£126.59per night
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Alladin Boutique Beach Hotel and SPA Zanzibar, hotel in Matemwe

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.

It was nice, quiet, right on the beach and I had a wonderful sea-view room. The staff and manager were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was okay. The boiled eggs were better than the omelets. There was a different type of juice everyday which was nice, but the rest was pretty much the same. I really enjoyed walking on the beach, though the rather scary looking Massai guys in their red robes will pester you to buy something, but you can simply ignore them for the most part.
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
330 reviews
Price from£269.95per night
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Zanzibar Retreat Hotel, hotel in Matemwe

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.

We stayed in this hotel for 6 nights. We absolutely loved every part of our stay. We had the feeling that all employees are happy and satisfied, which made our stay especially enjoyable. The location was great and we loved our morning and evening walks on the beach. The food was the best we had during our entire Tanzania trip. Huge compliment to the chef, he's really talented. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Loved the little book corner with the games and the afternoon cake and coffee! The owners are very friendly and welcoming and often came by for a chat. Thank you for this beautiful memory!
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
326 reviews
Price from£110.57per night
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Zanzibar Queen Hotel, hotel in Matemwe

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.

After a week long safari on the mainland, we relaxed and rested for a few days in the Zanzibar Queen Hotel and it was a perfect decision. The managing staff (Regina, Darek) were exceptionally welcoming and dedicated a lot of their time to make us feel at home, sharing some interesting info about the island. The reception/restaurant/cleaning staff were great too. The hotel has a big and deep pool surrounded by a beautiful garden with plenty of places to rest on sunbeds and comfy armchairs. There is a row of sunbeds at the beach and, while we have not used them, it seemed that the locals are asked not to bother people using the hotel sunbeds. And the beach... super wide (at low tide) with totally white sand, absolutely gorgeous. Sea urchins make it a bit difficult to enjoy the water but the hotel provides rubber shoes for the guests so at high tide it's just fine to swim near the shore. Breakfast is a buffet with tonnes of options including great coffee. Lunch can be ordered a la carte but there is also a daily special menu for those who want something extra. Dinner menu changes daily as well but there is the possibility to order something else from the regular menu. All food we tried was very very good! The hotel organises some free activities for the guests every day. Yoga in the mornings, reef walks at low tide, some singing and dancing performances in the evenings. You can also get bikes with relatively wide tyres which are great for biking down the beach. Overall, we had excellent vacation and can strongly recommend the hotel!
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
522 reviews
Price from£118.82per night
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Salama & Mbuyuni Bungalows, hotel in Matemwe

Salama & Mbuyuni Bungalows features a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a garden and bar in Matemwe. Each room comes with a patio. At the hotel, the rooms are fitted with a wardrobe.

It is a very cozy and wonderful place, full of nice spots to relax! my bungalow was super spacious, very clean and wonderfully decorated. I had yoga classes every day in an ideal place and really enjoyed it so much! The food was very good as well, try the zucchini pasta and the poke bowl! Everyone in salama was very kind, making you feel like home. Maria and Paco are the best hosts ever. I really hope you to come back one day
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
446 reviews
Price from£55.53per night
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Sunny Villa Matemwe, hotel in Matemwe

Sunny Villa Matemwe has an outdoor swimming pool, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Matemwe.

Just 3 days full of calm and relax. Very nice place, clean and the staff was very friendly. Good food ( the best we tried over the island) The last day of our stay we had a problem with our car and the guy at reception was so kind to help us! We have a beautiful memory about this place
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
140 reviews
Price from£66.01per night
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Matemwe's best hotels with breakfast

  • AHG Dream's Bay Boutique Hotel
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good     · 109 reviews

    Situated in Matemwe, AHG Dream's Bay Boutique Hotel offers 4-star accommodation with a private beach area, free bikes and an outdoor swimming pool.

    Tout était parfait (chambre, piscine, restaurant…)

  • Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous     · 261 reviews

    Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel is located in Matemwe, 7 km from Dive Spot and has an outdoor swimming pool. Each accommodation at the 4-star hotel has sea views and free WiFi.

    Peaceful, magical place surrounded by an almost botanical garden.

  • Jafferji Beach Retreat,
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good     · 204 reviews

    Located in Matemwe, 300 metres from Matemwe Beach, Jafferji Beach Retreat, provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    Food was great, staff was good, Ambiance was great

  • The Seles Boutique Hotel
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good     · 464 reviews

    The Seles Boutique Hotel are located in Matemwe. The open-air restaurant has views of the ocean and serves local Swahili cuisine and fresh sea food. Free WiFi access is available.

    lovely place with concerts and Dj set. very peaceful!

  • Sunshine Marine Lodge
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous     · 469 reviews

    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...

    Stayed here to dive, it was outstanding. Very much recommend

  • Panga Chumvi Beach Resort
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous     · 147 reviews

    Situated directly on a picturesque beach in Matemwe, Panga Chumvi Beach Resort features an on-site restaurant, swimming pool, massage services, bicycle rentals, and free Wi-Fi access throughout the...

    good quiet location , nice breakfast and staff . big rooms

  • Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous     · 355 reviews

    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.

    Nice hotel at a nice location. We would go back again

  • AHG Sun Bay Mlilile Beach Hotel
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous     · 67 reviews

    Facing the beachfront, AHG Sun Bay Mlilile Beach Hotel offers 4-star accommodation in Matemwe and has an outdoor swimming pool, garden and restaurant.

    Views, beach, staff, food, drinks, pool were all amazing

Budget hotels in Matemwe

  • Zanzibar Bahari Villas
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good     · 399 reviews

    Set 7 km from Dive Spot, Zanzibar Bahari Villas offers 4-star accommodation in Matemwe and has an outdoor swimming pool, barbecue facilities and a garden.

    Buffet, very satisfying. Staff was extremely helpful.

  • Sunny Villa Matemwe
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb     · 140 reviews

    Sunny Villa Matemwe has an outdoor swimming pool, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Matemwe. 90 metres from Matemwe Beach and 45 km from Peace Memorial Museum, the hotel offers a range of water sports...

    Tranquilité, Calme. personnel disponible et à l’écoute.

  • HEBE Bungalows Lodge
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb     · 700 reviews

    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.

    the way you cerebrated my husbands birthday!! Asante sana

  • Mambo Paradise
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb     · 138 reviews

    Facing the beachfront, Mambo Paradise offers 4-star accommodation in Matemwe and features free bikes, outdoor swimming pool and garden.

    the location of the hotel and especially restaurant

  • Zanzibar Queen Hotel
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb     · 522 reviews

    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.

    Very nice personel and friendly. Also nice restaurant

  • Zanzibar Pearl - Boutique Hotel & Villas
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good     · 123 reviews

    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.

    Hervorragend geführtes Hotel mit familiärer Atmosphäre.

FAQs about hotels in Matemwe

What guests said about Matemwe:

  • Scored 6.0
    6.0

    It’s very quiet, very few non hotel restaurants, overpriced...

    It’s very quiet, very few non hotel restaurants, overpriced food everywhere, can’t swim in the sea unless you don’t mind knee deep water. There’s no town, or town centre outside the beach hotels, so a long stay would be challenging if you want more than just lounging by the hotel pool.
    Aodhan
    Ireland
  • Scored 8.0
    8.0

    Matemwe and its area is a quiet place where you can relax...

    Matemwe and its area is a quiet place where you can relax and enjoy the beach, the activities (snorkeling, swimming with dolphins) especially if you are a couple, because the village is not very full of enterteinments or night parties.
    federico.sm.photographer
    Italy
  • Scored 10
    10

    The Location, The hotel it self and design plus the exterior...

    The Location, The hotel it self and design plus the exterior is just beautiful. The most important was the staff...all levels from front desk to restaurant/kitchen...very professional and the hospitality is the best. What ever you request...they will make sure you get it...!
    Kaa1265
    United Kingdom
  • Scored 10
    10

    Crystal clear water - despite there being sea urchins - if...

    Crystal clear water - despite there being sea urchins - if you have rock/ aqua shoes - you can still swim and explore the waters and reefs. The beaches are a lot quieter and peaceful than the busier beaches up north. The tides are also fascinating to watch- you can walk out to the reefs and cycle along the beaches when they go out!
    kerry
    South Africa
  • Scored 10
    10

    Marafiki gets a 10/10 from us on all fronts - breakfast,...

    Marafiki gets a 10/10 from us on all fronts - breakfast, lunch, dinner, pool, cleanliness, hospitality, music, sustainability, beach, communication. My husband and I stayed 4 nights at Marafiki after our Safari and had the most fabulous time. The rooms were very clean and quiet, and beautifully set up. The food is exceptional - please try the tuna tartar and all the specials! We had a relaxing time at the spa - you must try the full body scrub and massages. We used the free kayaks during sunset and enjoyed the stunning view from the water. The water is shallow so even if you go far, you can get off the kayak and swim. Since the hotel is east facing - sunrise is exceptionally beautiful. The water is still and shallow, and you can see all the fisherman walk up to the reef to catch the fish. The hotel also arranged a cooking lesson in Matamwe village for us - we learned how to cook ‘muchuzi’ from scratch which was a very meaningful experience. Overall- no negatives. We had the best time and will be back!
    Paroma
    United States
  • Scored 6.0
    6.0

    The beach is beautiful, but it's not really a beach you can...

    The beach is beautiful, but it's not really a beach you can swim on - there's a big tidal range - when it comes in it's quite choppy with lots of seaweed, and when it's out its corally with lots of urchins. But it's interesting to watch the local people looking for octopus and shellfish every day. It's quite a quiet area - all the bars are part of hotels. A few nice local restaurants around. Quite a lot of beach touts, which we found off putting. Not loads of activities to do in the area - 1/2 day snorkelling/dolphin watching trips at Mnemba Island basically.
    Alex
    United Kingdom

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Matemwe

  • Alladin Boutique Beach Hotel and SPA Zanzibar

    Alladin Boutique Beach Hotel and SPA Zanzibar

    Matemwe
    From £298.22 per night
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb     · 331 reviews
    Everything!!!! The best service ever! The best hotel in zanzibar! The hotel is next to the beach. The beach is less for swimming because of many seaweed. The hotel is beautiful, new, clean, modern, and there is also a spa. They sang to us happy anniversary and surprised with chocolate cake. Also the bed was well organized and in the room we found sparkling wine! The view from the room is outstading, especially during sunrise. The area is not crowded as other part of Zanzibar and for us it was perfect! The food was very good!
    ili
    Israel
  • Zawadi Beach Villas

    Zawadi Beach Villas

    Matemwe
    From £80.38 per night
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good     · 71 reviews
    Zawadi Beach Villas is located at a beautiful beach in Matemwe. The staff in the hotel is very nice and helpful and the hotel itself is spacious, has a swimming pool and its own restaurant. The hotel is a bit outdated and the aircon is not working properly in some of the rooms. It is a nice place to stay though for good value of money. Matemwe beach is very quiet, you won't see too many people around. It is worth to explore the small local restaurants along the beach, while you are there, for an absolutely delicious fish!
    Aga
    United Kingdom
  • Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel

    Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel

    Matemwe
    From £155.32 per night
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous     · 261 reviews
    Lovely boutique hotel with lovely staff. Very clean room and all communal areas very well looked after. All neat and clean. Breakfast with the best view. Very peaceful. Not tried the pool but was great lounging under the palm trees on the authentic looking deckchair overlooking the sea. Bliss. Limited breakfast options but enough choice for my 3 day stay. Offered packed breakfast on my departure day as I left very early, at 5am. Would definitely go back to Zanzibar Magic again!
    Bernadett
    United Arab Emirates
  • Salama & Mbuyuni Bungalows

    Salama & Mbuyuni Bungalows

    Matemwe
    From £62.91 per night
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb     · 446 reviews
    Salama & Mbuyuni is an absolutely beautiful, clean and laidback gem in Zanzibar. The owners, Maria and Paco, are an energetic and very social couple from Spain, who have been living on the island for more than a decade. We particularly enjoyed the friendly staff as well as the amazing juices and the pool in the tropical and beach-vibey garden. The breakfast was much better than in most places in Tanzania.
    Bastian CH
    Switzerland
  • The Mora Zanzibar

    The Mora Zanzibar

    Matemwe
    From £533.69 per night
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb     · 985 reviews
    Best beach in Zanzibar. Big place. Nice panorama from all facilities.
    Ignas
    Lithuania

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