What can I say that others haven't already said?! Staying at the Matlai Hotel is an absolute dream, I would rate it in the top 5 places I have stayed in the world, a truly personalised experience. From the exceptional service provided by the butlers, to the utter beauty of the property, the landscaping, the huge rooms and bathrooms, the stunning beach, the sunrise views, and the food, to the private cinema room, the housekeeping service, the tranquility and peace, it is almost indescribable. I cried the night before I left, if you have a chance to stay here, take it, it was truly magical. I don't believe there is anywhere else on the island to compare to this, we left feeling like they were our family, and our every wish was provided for and our dreams came true.

Carrie Spojené kráľovstvo

This hotel is insane. It doesn’t feel like a hotel. More like a villa surrounded with trees, a beautiful pool with a 2mns walk to the beach. If you’re after privacy, excellent service, this is the place. The staff adds so much joy to this beautiful place.. very friendly, accomodating. Nothing is too much for them. Great at advising and help you organise your activities.

Marie Spojené kráľovstvo

The most incredible hotel, absolute perfection. Staff were friendly and attentive. Rooms are lovely, beautifully decorated and hugely comfortable. Property maintained incredibly. Food diverse and tasty with dinner served into wonderful “surprise” locations. Cinema was so lovely. Touches like choosing bath salts, room scents, gorgeous leaving gift and bedtime stories just enchanting. Head butler Eustus and his team are beyond amazing and the welcome from Tim and his assistant manager phenomenal.

Rachel Spojené kráľovstvo

The staff is beyond friendly and helpful. The room was great, bed was very comfy and a big bathroom with great shower and buthtub. The hotel is very private and there are many great places to sunbath and relax. Breakfast is served on your balcony, which makes it also very private. Wide range of possibilites to chose from. Dinner is served wherever one wants it. Overall great food. The beach is clean, one can snorkel (best at low tide) and go to the sandbank just in front of the hotel. Overall we had an outstanding stay and totally recommend staying at Matlai.

Robert Nemecko

very well cleaned, staff very helpful and kind, room was ready early morning… didn’t need to wait for check in

Agira Mozambik

Truly the best hotel we‘ve ever stayed in! Stunning location, super charming rooms, a very personal dining concept and last but absolutely not least awesome staff that knows your wishes even before you know them yourself. If you were ever looking for a place that combines privacy with exceptional service and wonderful views, Matlai is THE place to be!

Madeline Nemecko

we had a wonderful time! the hotel is so beautiful with rooms located facing the ocean, the garden is lovely and we had our dinners there to lantern light which was beautiful and romantic. Our room (in the villa) was huge with a shower and a tub and a private pool . There were many spots to sit down and relax (sun beds, hammocks, shaded beds). the staff was very friendly and always helpful. We always got a sense of privacy while everything we needed was taken care of. We really appreciated the small details like having our room cleaned and tidied twice a day, the outdoor private cinema, getting a 'bed time story' of African tales, the farewell gift we got that was so thoughtful (I will not ruin the surprise for others :) ). We also loved the wines available at the hotels. everything we tried was excellent.

Tal Izrael

a wonderful and most amazing oasis just on the beach of pingwe. what a place! our hearts are still there. tim and his super team are more than only great - always friedly, helpful and with a true smile!

Georgios Švajčiarsko

The best welcome and most amazing team. We were so well considered and looked after. We didn't want to leave. The hotel personalises every experience so there was flexibility on meal times, locations and great choice. It felt like my own little spot of paradise. The team give you a phone to contact the butler, arrange aloe Vera for bites, teach you how to play Bao and make sure you feel special the whole time.

Zara Spojené kráľovstvo

Everything was just beyond our expectations! So beautiful hotel, exceptional kind staff and amazing food! If you make reservation in Matlai hotel, make sure you reserve dinner too! You won’t be disappointed. Actually it was the best food we’ve had of all Zanzibar. And they make so beautiful ambients in hotel’s garden. We hope, we can come back soon! 😊 Tanja & Rok

Tanja Slovinsko