Hotel Marafiki Bungalows
Beachfront · Private Beach. Property is on or next to a beach and has a private beach (free access). Airport shuttle. Airport shuttle available at an additional charge. You can request this in the next step.
Kiwengwa, Kiwengwa, Tanzania – Great location - show map
I liked very much the pool and the garden surrounding the bungalows. It feels very relaxing staying by the pool. Also the staff is very friendly and the lady for reception helps you with every question you have. Bonus: Book trips from the receptions, they have good prices.
RomaniaBreakfast and dinner were very nice and of high quality. We enjoyed the hospitality shown by the staff.
NetherlandsIts a true tropical paradise! Super comfortable and easy going. The best food on the island, something that we did not expect. From ceviche to salmon tartars, unbelievable! Wish we could stay longer....
United Arab EmiratesThe location, property and staff at Marafiki Bungalows were all phenomenal. We enjoyed each and every meal that we had especially the Swahili dinner on the weekend. I would definitely recommend a stay at Marafiki if you want a relaxing quiet few days next to a beautiful beach.
United States of AmericaThe bungalows are beautiful and made in a very traditional way, the decoration is only made of Zanzibar’s furniture and art, the garden surrounding the bungalows is so beautiful and peaceful, you wake up with the nice musique of the birds
United Arab EmiratesWe absolutely loved this place, the perfect getaway! The staff were fantastic and really personal. We will be back.
United Arab EmiratesWe had the honeymoon suite for 4 nights and it was perfect! Oceanfront with our own private deck and small pool, we enjoyed our stay very much. The staff were all so friendly and helpful. We enjoyed a dinner under the stars on our private deck as well as breakfasts in bed. Definitely recommend.
United States of AmericaJambo!! The staff was really amazing and helpful, which was one of the best parts of the Marafiki experience. They had the best recommendations, were very accommodating, and always friendly. The location was excellent, far enough away from the touristy part of the beach to feel peaceful, but close enough to walk (on the beach) if you wanted to see more activity. Really really great place to stay in Zanzibar.
United States of AmericaThe food was great. We stayed at the honeymoon suite which was airy, spacious and offered great privacy. Service was also good and found everyone very warm. The view is amazing too. It's a well planned property with enough variety of flora too. There is no AC or ceiling fan but we were getting a direct ocean breeze because of the location of our Villa, so it was still enjoyable. I personally enjoyed the company of the cats at various spots too :)
IndiaExcellent facilities and quiet spot to relax away from it all.
Saudi Arabia
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Ioana
Romania
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Erwin
Netherlands
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Piotr
United Arab Emirates
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Deanna
United States of America
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Virginie
United Arab Emirates
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Brooke
United Arab Emirates
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Jasmine
United States of America
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Ryan
United States of America
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Nikita
India
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Johan
Saudi Arabia
Marafiki Bungalows is located on the beach in Kiwengwa,overlooking the ocean.Zanzibar International Airport is a 1 hour drive away.
The rooms are housed in traditional bungalow units, featuring local Zanzibari architecture and dried palm leaves for roofing. The furniture is locally crafted and the interiors are complemented with ocean-colored overlays created using traditional looms.
Every room is fitted with a private bathroom and a shower at the terrace.
Guests can enjoy local and European cuisine at the restaurant, followed by a drink at the bar, both overlooking the ocean and infinity pool.
The area offers plenty of various activities, including snorkeling, diving or kite surfing.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.5 for two-person stays.
Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.1)
Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.
Breakfast Info
Continental, Vegetarian
Free private parking available at the hotel
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Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
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Junior Suite with Private Pool
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Double Room with Garden View
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Deluxe Triple Room with Sea View
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Deluxe Triple Room
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| Max adults: 5. Max children: 1 |
Family Room with Sea View
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Popular Beaches Nearby
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Kiwengwa Beach
Water Sports, Surfing
6.6 feet from property
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- Guests enjoyed the pool
See what guests loved the most:
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Ioana
Romania“I liked very much the pool and the garden surrounding the bungalows. It feels very relaxing staying by the pool. Also the staff is very friendly and the lady for reception helps you with every question you have. Bonus: Book trips from the receptions, they have good prices.” Read more
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Erwin
Netherlands“Breakfast and dinner were very nice and of high quality. We enjoyed the hospitality shown by the staff.”
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Piotr
United Arab Emirates“Its a true tropical paradise! Super comfortable and easy going. The best food on the island, something that we did not expect. From ceviche to salmon tartars, unbelievable! Wish we could stay longer....”
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Deanna
United States of America“The location, property and staff at Marafiki Bungalows were all phenomenal. We enjoyed each and every meal that we had especially the Swahili dinner on the weekend. I would definitely recommend a stay at Marafiki if you want a relaxing quiet few days next to a beautiful beach.” Read more
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Virginie
United Arab Emirates
“The bungalows are beautiful and made in a very traditional way, the decoration is only made of Zanzibar’s furniture and art, the garden surrounding the bungalows is so beautiful and peaceful, you wake up with the nice musique of the birds ”
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Brooke
United Arab Emirates
“We absolutely loved this place, the perfect getaway! The staff were fantastic and really personal. We will be back. ”
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Jasmine
United States of America
“We had the honeymoon suite for 4 nights and it was perfect! Oceanfront with our own private deck and small pool, we enjoyed our stay very much. The staff were all so friendly and helpful. We enjoyed a dinner under the stars on our private deck as well as breakfasts in bed. Definitely recommend. ” Read more
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Ryan
United States of America
“Jambo!! The staff was really amazing and helpful, which was one of the best parts of the Marafiki experience. They had the best recommendations, were very accommodating, and always friendly. The location was excellent, far enough away from the touristy part of the beach to feel peaceful, but close enough to walk (on the beach) if you wanted to see more activity. Really really great place to stay in Zanzibar.” Read more
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Nikita
India“The food was great. We stayed at the honeymoon suite which was airy, spacious and offered great privacy. Service was also good and found everyone very warm. The view is amazing too. It's a well planned property with enough variety of flora too. There is no AC or ceiling fan but we were getting a direct ocean breeze because of the location of our Villa, so it was still enjoyable. I personally enjoyed the company of the cats at various spots too :) ” Read more
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Johan
Saudi Arabia“Excellent facilities and quiet spot to relax away from it all.”
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About Marafiki Bungalows
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Kichwele Forest Reserve6.6 miles
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Cafe/Bar Hug IV Soul1.9 miles
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Restaurant Marafiki Restaurant&Bar0 miles
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Ocean/Sea Ocean Indyjski0 miles
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Kiwengwa Beach White sandWater Sports, Surfing6.6 feet
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Abeid Amani Karume International Airport18.7 miles
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Food: African, International
4 reasons to choose Marafiki Bungalows
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Prices you can't beat!
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The staff speaks English
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Amenities of Marafiki Bungalows
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6
Most popular amenities
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun deck
- Private beach area
- Terrace
- Garden
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Activities
- Happy hour
- Bike tours
- Walking tours
- Beach
- Snorkeling
- Diving Additional charge
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Canoeing
- Library
- Darts
- Pool table Additional charge
- Playground
- Game room
Food & Drink
- Chocolate/Cookies Additional charge
- Fruit Additional charge
- Bottle of water
- Wine/Champagne Additional charge
- Kids' meals Additional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Restaurant
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
- Secure parking
Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Transportation
- Airport drop-off Additional charge
- Airport pickup Additional charge
Front Desk Services
- Private check-in/out
- Baggage storage
- Ticket service
- Tour desk
Entertainment & Family Services
- Board games/Puzzles
- Babysitting/Child services Additional charge
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- 24-hour security
- Safe
General
- Shuttle service
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- Shuttle service (additional charge)
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Car rental
- Packed lunches
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 – outdoor Free!
- Open all year
- Pool/Beach towels
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Pool bar
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
Pool 2 – outdoor Free!
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Plunge pool
Spa
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Pool/Beach towels
- Massage Additional charge
Languages Spoken
- German
- English
- French
- Dutch
- Polish
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This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel
Sustainability initiatives
These are the steps this property has taken to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel:
- Bicycle rental
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 of all ages are welcome.
Children 3 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
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Crib by request
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Free |
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Crib by request
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Free |
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Extra bed by request
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$25 per child, per night |
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Extra bed by request
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$25 per person, per night |
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Marafiki Bungalows accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
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.
Please inform Marafiki Bungalows 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.
FAQs about Marafiki Bungalows
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The nearest beach is 150 feet from Marafiki Bungalows.
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Room options at Marafiki Bungalows include:
- Double
- Suite
- Triple
- Family
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Guests staying at Marafiki Bungalows can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.5).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Vegetarian
- À la carte
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Check-in at Marafiki Bungalows is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
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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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Marafiki Bungalows is 1.4 miles from the center of Kiwengwa.
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at Marafiki Bungalows (subject to availability):
- On-site parking
- Private Parking
- Parking
- Secure parking
- Free parking
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The prices at Marafiki Bungalows may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Marafiki Bungalows has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant
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Marafiki Bungalows offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Massage
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Playground
- Pool table
- Game room
- Snorkeling
- Diving
- Library
- Canoeing
- Darts
- Beachfront
- Happy hour
- Beach
- Walking tours
- Private beach area
- Bike tours
