Zanzibar Retreat Hotel
Matemwe, Matemwe, Tanzania – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.2/10! (score from 317 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Fantastic, small hotel, attentive and friendly staff. We didn’t leave the front door once. Food is excellent. Would recommend for anyone looking for a peaceful stay with a stunning beach and lovely rooms.
United Kingdom
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Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Zanzibar Retreat Hotel is located in Matemwe, a 10 seconds walk from the beach. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with air conditioning and certain rooms have a seating area. Featuring a shower and a private bathroom, a hairdryer is available on request. At Zanzibar Retreat Hotel you will find a pool area and a private beach. Other facilities offered at the property include massage, a tour desk an luggage storage. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling, diving and snorkelling. The property offers free parking. Kisauni Airport is 41 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
Zanzibar Retreat Hotel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 4 Sept 2014.- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Family rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free parking
- Bar
- Private beach area
- Superb breakfast
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Sarah
United Kingdom“Fantastic, small hotel, attentive and friendly staff. We didn’t leave the front door once. Food is excellent. Would recommend for anyone looking for a peaceful stay with a stunning beach and lovely rooms.”- Anu
Switzerland“very chilled out vibe, attention to detail and creative restaurant.” 
Murtaza
Tanzania“The personal interaction of the owners. Especially ‘small Jan’. The tranquility of the place… you want to forget the world, you’re at the right place. The pool, the water and beach sports. Their ability to respond to your special requests… A...”
HeatherUnited Kingdom“Zanzibar retreat is a little gem, it has everything you need the staff are amazing and all of the food was delicious. I would highly recommend this place going to miss the morning sunrises on the beach.”
Dr
Germany“Nice spot at Matemwe beach. The place is well maintained and things are in good order. Food is good and breakfast is nice. Stuff and owner(s) are helpful at any time.”
Guendalina
Italy“Stunning dinner view, staff super friendly and accommodating in a very intimate and romantic environment. Definitely recommended”- VincenzoSwitzerland“Quite location (compared to Paje) Good food choice and quality Welcoming staff”
- KarenUnited Kingdom“This hotel is in a beautiful location right on the beach. We had one of the sea view rooms on the first floor. Lovely private balcony with sun loungers. We didn’t use the pool area but it looked very well maintained. The hotel is decorated in a...”
JGermany“Small, comfortable and tidy compound direkly at the beach. Excellent combination of European standard and local connections. Matemwe is a quiet area with beautiful wide sandbeaches, without big party-restaurants around. Excellent restaurant with ...”- Hugo
Belgium“The ocean view room with balcony is gorgeous. The food is superb. Nice swimming pool. Friendly and helpful staff.”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Is your private beach next to the property or do I need to use a means of transportation to go there?
Our property is directly on the pristine beach of Matemwe.Answered on 24 August 2020How much is transfer for 2 persons from ZNZ airport to hotel? How much is PCR test / transfer to local hospital to do the test ?
Transfer is 50 usd from airport to the hotel (about 1 h drive). PCR-test costs 80 usd and can be done close to the hotel. Taxi costs about 15 usd.Answered on 22 August 2021is the hotel near to the beach
The hotel is actually located directly on the beach.Answered on 15 September 2020When is the best time to visit your property for the perfect beach holiday?
You can enjoy the beaches the whole year around. The hotel is normally closed one month around April-May due to the rain season. Temperature is around..Answered on 6 August 2021Are the rooms air conditioned?
Yes, all our rooms are air conditioned. Really necessary in this humid climate. Welcome to book with us. :-) Reservation team of Zanzibar Retreat HotelAnswered on 13 April 2023Hello! I would like to find out if you have a twin room available from the 10-14 July?
Hello Im afriad we dont. Sorry Best JanAnswered on 10 July 2022- Still looking?
Hotel surroundings *
Restaurants2 restaurants on site
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineSeafood • Local • International • European • Croatian
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceTraditional • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
- Restaurant #2
No additional info available
Facilities of Zanzibar Retreat HotelGreat facilities! Review score, 9
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Family rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free parking
- Bar
- Private beach area
- Superb breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun terrace
- Private beach area
- Terrace
- Garden
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Happy hour
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Beach
- Badminton equipment
- SnorkellingAdditional chargeOff-site
- DivingAdditional chargeOff-site
- CyclingOff-site
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Seating Area
- Desk
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid meals
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Private check-in/check-out
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-out
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Board games/puzzles
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/photocopying
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Minimarket on site
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Mosquito net
- Wake-up service
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Private entrance
- Car hire
- Laptop safe
- Packed lunches
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wheelchair accessible
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Massage
- Danish
- English
- French
- Norwegian
- Swedish
- Swahili
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash
Zanzibar Retreat Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Please inform Zanzibar Retreat Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
FAQs about Zanzibar Retreat Hotel
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Room options at Zanzibar Retreat Hotel include:
- Twin/Double
- Double
- Family
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Guests staying at Zanzibar Retreat Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
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Zanzibar Retreat Hotel has 2 restaurants:
- Restaurant #2
- Restaurant
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Zanzibar Retreat Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Massage
- Cycling
- Snorkelling
- Diving
- Fishing
- Beachfront
- Private beach area
- Beach
- Badminton equipment
- Walking tours
- Swimming Pool
- Happy hour
- Bicycle rental
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Zanzibar Retreat Hotel is 400 yards from the centre of Matemwe. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Zanzibar Retreat Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at Zanzibar Retreat Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Check-in at Zanzibar Retreat Hotel is from 13:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
