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Located in Utende, 4.8 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Basecamp Mafía Island has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

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Mwevila

From

Tanzania

The staff are friendly and dedicated to excellence. Environment is wonderful, the hotel is clean and attractive. Also the food is hot and yummy

Located in Utende, 4.7 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Dive Planet Mafia Island provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

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Ben

From

United States

Can’t beat the location, food, or staff. Truly a 10/10

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

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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!

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.

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avraham

From

United States

The owner is super attentive and such a great guy. 10/10 reccomend

Set a few steps from Big Blu Mafia Island Diving Center in Utende, Big Blu Mafia Island Dove Resort welcomes guests with a restaurant and bar. Free private parking is available on site.

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Erika

From

Sweden

Great place with amazing staff. The food was great and we enjoyed the variety. Mafia is beautiful and it is worth a visit to the village.

Mafia Neptune Villa Lodge in Utende provides accommodations with a garden and a bar. This bed and breakfast features free private parking, a 24-hour front desk, and free Wifi.

A good location for a hassle-free stay in Utende, Mafia Beach Bungalows sea view is a bed and breakfast surrounded by views of the garden.

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Tiffany

From

United States

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Mafia Beach Bungalow – A Hidden Paradise Staying at Mafia Beach Bungalow was truly a dream. From the moment I arrived, I felt like I had stepped into my own private slice of paradise. 🌴✨ The bungalows are simple yet perfectly designed for island life — clean, comfortable, and just steps away from the ocean. Falling asleep to the sound of the waves and waking up with the sunrise over the beach was pure magic. 🌅 The staff made the experience unforgettable. Warm, welcoming, and always ready to help with anything, they treated me like family. The fresh seafood and local dishes were some of the best meals I had in Tanzania — always cooked with love and served with a smile. 🐟🍋 What makes this place so special is its authenticity. It’s not a crowded resort, but a peaceful retreat where you can truly connect with nature, enjoy the beach, and feel the rhythm of the island. Whether you’re diving, exploring, or just relaxing in a hammock, Mafia Beach Bungalow captures the essence of barefoot luxury. I couldn’t recommend it more for anyone looking to escape the noise of the world and experience the raw beauty of Mafia Island. I will carry these memories forever. 💙🌊

With sea views, Kinasi Lodge is located in Utende and has a restaurant, a shared lounge, bar, garden, outdoor pool and terrace.

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.

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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.

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.

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Quinn

From

United States

We traveled to Mafia Island specifically to see the whale sharks. We went out the first day with a highly rated local tour company and did not see any whale sharks which was unusual. The next day we decided to go out with Hassan, the manager at Maisara Mafia Beach Lodge. Hassan was determined and we did in fact see whale sharks!! Hassan took such good care of us. I was so happy to see the whale sharks but I was getting tired after a few swims so I was content to stay in the boat and let my family continue swimming. After resting a bit, Hassan jumped in to see if it was a good view for me. He came back to the boat and let me know it was a great view if I was up to swimming again. I jumped back in and had the very best time! I cannot say enough good things about Hassan and everyone at the Lodge. They are all so kind and helpful. I also highly recommend the massages at Maisara Mafia Beach Lodge. Thank you Hassan and everyone at the Lodge.