Boutique Hotel Matlai
Pingwe, 0000 Michamvi, Tanzania – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.7/10! (score from 159 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Excellently located, high-end boutique hotel with a wonderful, relaxed atmosphere. Competent and superfriendly staff, directly located on a beautiful beach. Highly recommended.

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Located on the beach, Boutique Hotel Matlai in Michamvi features villas with infinity pools and panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. Free WiFi access is available. Boutique Hotel Matlai has air-conditioned villas with terraces and outdoor furniture. The bedrooms all have sea view and spacious balcony or terrace. Complete with a refrigerator, both villas have a dining area with a large dining table. Featuring a bath and rain shower, private bathrooms are fitted with a hairdryer and a bathrobe. Breakfast and dinner are inclusive and prepared by a private kitchen chef, specializing in traditional Kiswahili and international cuisine. Boutique Hotel Matlai also features a bar on the beach for cocktails and refreshments. Guests can relax in the landscaped garden or read a book on the hammock. Massages can be arranged at an additional surcharge. Other services offered include grocery deliveries, a ticket service and a tour desk. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including snorkeling, darts and fishing. Chwaka Bay Conservation area is 3.1 mi and Zanzibar international Airport is about 40 mi from Boutique Hotel Matlai.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
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- 2 swimming pools
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Airport shuttle
- Spa
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Exceptional Breakfast

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- Niels
United States of America
“Excellently located, high-end boutique hotel with a wonderful, relaxed atmosphere. Competent and superfriendly staff, directly located on a beautiful beach. Highly recommended.” - Vladimir
United Arab Emirates
“The hotel is a private piece of heaven where you can unwind and relax away from the crowds. Our room was very spacious with a beautiful bathroom and incredible view. All staff are super helpful and kind.” - Kateryna
Ukraine
“Great facilities, staff, food, vibe. We loved every single thing.”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
When is the best time to visit your property for the perfect beach holiday?
It depends on what you like. From January to middle of March our beach is most beautiful and full sandy. The temperature is quite high, the humidity i..Answered on 9 September 2019Hi, For our honeymoon we’re visiting Zanzibar and love your boutique hotel. Is there any way that there’s still room for 2 from 9 to 15 of October?
Hello, Thanks for your interest in our hotel. I am sorry, but we are fully booked from 12.10., we have availability only from 9.12.10. Kind regards IngeAnswered on 3 August 2021Do you play music in public spaces?
Yes, we play music in our restaurant.Answered on 18 November 2021Hello,I would like to book a room from 8-11 January but online it’s only available 9-11 Jan, is there any way for one night to open up.Best regards
Hello, I am sorry but we are fully booked on 8.1. Kind regards IngeAnswered on 22 December 2021does the deluxe suit have private pool
No, it is sharing with the second room. But you can book the entire villa with 2 rooms.Answered on 26 August 2021Is it possible to organise a PCR test?
You have to register online: https://zanzibarcovidtesting.co.tz/app/home The next test center is in Makunduchi, the region is called Kusini. We organi..Answered on 14 August 2021- Still looking?
Hotel area info
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- Restaurant
- CuisineAfrican • Seafood • Local • International
- Open forBrunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Amenities of Boutique Hotel MatlaiGreat facilities! Review score, 9.9
- 2 swimming pools
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Airport shuttle
- Spa
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Exceptional Breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
- Slippers
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Shower
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Walk-in closet
- Pool view
- Ocean view
- View
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun deck
- BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
- Dining table
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Bicycle rental
- Live sports events (broadcast)
- Cooking classAdditional charge
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Happy hour
- Themed dinnersAdditional charge
- Bike tours
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Movie nights
- Beach
- Snorkeling
- DivingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Cycling
- Darts
- FishingAdditional charge
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Sitting area
- Desk
- Telephone
- FruitAdditional charge
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Minibar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Valet parking
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/out
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/out
- Board games/Puzzles
- Board games/puzzles
- Babysitting/Child servicesAdditional charge
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/Photocopying
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Security alarm
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Adults only
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Mosquito net
- Wake-up service
- Private entrance
- Car rental
- Laptop safe
- Packed lunches
- Fan
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Open all year
- Adults only
- Pool with view
- Pool/Beach towels
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Open all year
- Adults only
- Infinity pool
- Pool with view
- Pool/Beach towels
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Beach umbrellas
- Yoga classes
- Full-body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Facial treatments
- Beauty services
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- MassageAdditional charge
- Spa
- German
- English
- Swahili
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash
Boutique Hotel Matlai accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Please inform Boutique Hotel Matlai of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
FAQs about Boutique Hotel Matlai
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Room options at Boutique Hotel Matlai include:
- Double
- Suite
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Check-in at Boutique Hotel Matlai is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.
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The prices at Boutique Hotel Matlai may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Boutique Hotel Matlai offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Spa
- Massage
- Cycling
- Snorkeling
- Diving
- Fishing
- Darts
- Beachfront
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Happy hour
- Pedicure
- Beach
- Head massage
- Bike tours
- Facial treatments
- Swimming pool
- Neck massage
- Cooking class
- Body scrub
- Bicycle rental
- Full-body massage
- Movie nights
- Beauty services
- Tour or class about local culture
- Back massage
- Themed dinners
- Body treatments
- Live sports events (broadcast)
- Hand massage
- Walking tours
- Manicure
- Foot massage
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Yoga classes
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Boutique Hotel Matlai has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant
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Boutique Hotel Matlai is 1.1 miles from the center of Michamvi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.