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Utupoa
Matemwe Road, Matemwe, Tanzania – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.2/10! (score from 60 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Exceptional hospitality and incredible place. Astounding beauty all around

kind and friendly hosts the staff was very nice the property is amazing with the local charm

The kindness of the manager & all the employees; the direct access to the beach; the originality of the whole building (we were in the tower, which is really unique !); the proximity to very nice local restaurants; ... That was really great.

Joyce and the staff were great! Whole environment was friendly and relaxed. Loved it

Joyce is a great host, the food they cook is great, she is a local so she can always advise you what to do, she organized everything from A-Z for us. Rooms are clean, the girls do all the laundry for 5 usd, we had a water heater which ended up being very useful, not many places do have them in Zanzibar

Utupoa is like the most secluded, peaceful African lodge on the beach. Joyce and her team make you feel at home because you are literally living in her home! The rooms are large and beautifully decorated. The grounds are lovely and there is direct access onto the beach. Every day you can choose to eat all together and the food is delicious. The self serve bar, books everywhere and Joyce's amazing stories really make this a special place. Expect a personal touch at Utupoa, not generic 'hotel' service. Try to stay in the tower room if you can- we didn't , but it's panoramic sea views are worth it! Definitely one of the most special rooms I've ever seen. It's also only a 15 min walk along the beach to the town. We will be back !!

Joyce was amazing, definitely made us feel welcome and a home away from home. Beautiful location, not over run by tourists and bustle. We had the tower which was really secluded and gave a beautiful background ocean sound, breeze and sunrise view. An amazing local restaurant 5min away, truly worth the visit. Simba is great for any trips needed and very helpful. We will definitely be back and look forward to seeing all the hard work and changes being done to this amazing, cultural home... ♡

Everything was perfect. Very nice staff especially the owner.

Exceptional and unique hotel, the warmest welcome from Joyce and her staff. Really a great experience to stay here.

Utopoa was the place that you feel at home. Staff was great, food was great and atmosphere was something that will make us come back.

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4 reasons to choose Utupoa
Matemwe Beach
8.5 Very good beach150 feet from propertyPwani Mchangani Beach
8.7 Excellent beach3,100 feet from property
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Is your private beach next to the property or do I need to use a means of transportation to go there?The beach is directly next to the property.Answered on April 4, 2021
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When is the best time to visit your property for the perfect beach holiday?The best time to visit our property is between July to October and December to end of March. Actually it is lovely all year except for the months of April and May which is the rainy season.Answered on April 4, 2021
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Hello! Do you have air cond? We are travelling with a 5 month child and want to make him feel comfortable.Hi! We don't have air-conditioning due to the open way our house is built, but all our rooms have fans. If you are concerned about the heat, our tower, Utupoa Upepo, gets the best breeze from the sea.Answered on January 16, 2022
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Hello, do you offer all inclusive packages and how much would it be per person. Also if you offer airport shuttle how much it will cost. thanksGet in touch with us directly if you'd like to discuss an all-inclusive package. It will depend which room you choose. We can arrange for a trusted taxi to collect you from the airport which will cost $40. Karibu!Answered on January 16, 2022
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Hello, do you have air conditioning in the rooms?No but with open windows and breeze from the sea as well as fans, you hardly ever need air conditioningAsked about: Suite with Sea View • Answered on October 5, 2021
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Kichwele Forest Reserve9.7 miles
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Matemwe Beach150 feet
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Pwani Mchangani Beach3,100 feet
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Kiwengwa Beach4 miles
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Muyuni Beach5 miles
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Abeid Amani Karume International Airport24.6 miles
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 18 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
Extra bed by request
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$30 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.
There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
The maximum number of extra beds allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.
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.
Utupoa accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
FAQs about Utupoa
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Utupoa offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Massage
- Snorkeling
- Diving
- Fishing
- Beachfront
- Beach
- Private beach area
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Room options at Utupoa include:
- Double
- Suite
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Utupoa is 1 miles from the center of Matemwe.
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Guests staying at Utupoa can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.1).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- À la carte
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Check-in at Utupoa is from 7:00 AM, and check-out is until 11:30 AM.
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The prices at Utupoa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Utupoa has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.