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Dive Planet Mafia Island

Hotel in Utende

Located in Utende, 4.7 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Dive Planet Mafia Island provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

S
Sana
From
Canada
Friendly staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
Price from
$187
1 night, 2 adults

Maisara Mafia Beach Lodge

Hotel in Kilindoni

Located in Kilindoni, 4.4 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Maisara Mafia Beach Lodge has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a terrace.

Q
Quinn
From
United States
We traveled to Mafia Island specifically to see the whale sharks. We went out the first day with a highly rated local tour company and did not see any whale sharks which was unusual. The next day we decided to go out with Hassan, the manager at Maisara Mafia Beach Lodge. Hassan was determined and we did in fact see whale sharks!! Hassan took such good care of us. I was so happy to see the whale sharks but I was getting tired after a few swims so I was content to stay in the boat and let my family continue swimming. After resting a bit, Hassan jumped in to see if it was a good view for me. He came back to the boat and let me know it was a great view if I was up to swimming again. I jumped back in and had the very best time! I cannot say enough good things about Hassan and everyone at the Lodge. They are all so kind and helpful. I also highly recommend the massages at Maisara Mafia Beach Lodge. Thank you Hassan and everyone at the Lodge.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews
Price from
$120
1 night, 2 adults

Juani beach bungalows

Hotel in Kilindoni

Located in Kilindoni, 4.6 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Juani beach bungalows provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a terrace.

S
Samir
From
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Politeness of staff, especially Mussa and Milka
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 138 reviews
Price from
$50
1 night, 2 adults

Basecamp Mafía Island

Hotel in Utende

Located in Utende, 4.8 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Basecamp Mafía Island has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

R
Robin
From
United States
Upscale property, excellent staff, great food. Property is on the beach.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews
Price from
$198
1 night, 2 adults

Mafia Dream Hotel

Hotel in Kilindoni

Located in Kilindoni, 3.4 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Mafia Dream Hotel provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

K
Kathryn
From
United States
Lovely clean hotel in excellent location. the AC is key! It is hot here. Pool was lovely, food was good. Staff pleasant and front desk very helpful. Rooms were clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 67 reviews
Price from
$72
1 night, 2 adults

Butiama Marine Camp

Hotel in Utende

Set a few steps from Big Blu Mafia Island Diving Center in Utende, Big Blu Mafia Island Dove Resort welcomes guests with a restaurant and bar. Free private parking is available on site.

C
Caterina
From
Italy
I recently spent a weekend at Butiama Camp, perfectly located in the heart of the Marine Park. The setting couldn’t be better — peaceful, scenic, and just steps from the sea. The Big Blu Diving Centre offers a wide range of activities for both divers and non-divers, making it ideal for all interests. The food was varied and delicious, and the service throughout was exceptionally attentive.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews
Price from
$81.70
1 night, 2 adults

kua garden cottage

Hotel in Utende

4.8 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve in Utende, kua garden cottage provides accommodations with access to a hot tub. This bed and breakfast features a garden as well as a bar.

M
Mirko
From
Italy
I have no word to describe the kindness of Hassan to welcome in his garden. Everything is curated and comfortable. Restaurant is delicious and the atmosphere in the garden under the stars is simply amazing. This place is a must if in Mafia. The room is also comfortable, mosquitoes free and clean. Hassan also organize and suggest great tours with selected guides. You can completely rely on him and his staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Price from
$40
1 night, 2 adults

Coconut Mafia Island Bungalows

Hotel in Utende

Featuring a garden, Coconut Mafia Island Bungalows provides accommodations in Utende.

S
Stefan
From
Austria
The staff was amazing, very hospitable and took care of everything. Breakfast and dinner was great, they have a really great chef and attentive personnel. They also rented us bikes for free, such that we could drive to the dive shop (~10 minutes by bike). Great and inexpensive stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews
Price from
$55
1 night, 2 adults

Kileleni

Hotel in Kilindoni

Kileleni has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and bar in Kilindoni. The rooms include a patio. At the resort, rooms contain a closetand a balcony with a garden view.

W
WAdamK
From
Tanzania
Peaceful, quiet, serene ambiance. Great for relaxation and creative work. Good food. Excellent staff. Spacious room and bathroom. Nice veranda. Wifi working well. Good amenities in the bathroom..
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews
Price from
$214.12
1 night, 2 adults

Butiama Beach Lodge

Hotel in Kilindoni

Located in Kilindoni, 3.7 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Butiama Beach Lodge has accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

S
Stephanie
From
United States
The property is beautiful, food is delicious, and the staff was very kind. I highly recommend Butiama to anyone traveling abroad. Magida island was phenomenal because of their hospitality.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
$389.03
1 night, 2 adults
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  • 6.0

    Going to Mafia Island is like going back in the time.

    Going to Mafia Island is like going back in the time. Still underdeveloped with not too many locals handling foreign languages but nice people. A lot of chinese low key staff in the boutiques but sometimes quite pricey. Even the beer is cheaper in Europe ! Kilindoni is the main spot and if you don't find a certain thing here , you won't be able to find it on the other part of the island. Island still lacks promotion ( advertising ) and I was disappointed that I wasn't able to find those T shirts with Mafia logo or saying something about the island. I went there for diving - and it turned out to be the most expensive one I had in whole my life - so resume to whale shark watching.until the government change its mind and stops screwing tourists. ( I hope this will happen in the future ). Regarding the diving: I'm an instructor so can lay down a professional thought: good but not outstanding as they brag ... and not worth the money.
    Guest review by
    Jaro_diver
    Romania
  • 6.0

    Some nice different options for various tours in the marine...

    Some nice different options for various tours in the marine park. Not really a beach there, and the little sand available is occupied by working fisherman; either side is mangrove. There is a sandbar further out you can visit. Better to stay outside to avoid the marine fees and only pay them when you need to enter it as nicer beaches elsewhere.
    Guest review by
    LukeSilviaCombo
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    KItu KIblu is very close to KIlidoni and the airport (5...

    KItu KIblu is very close to KIlidoni and the airport (5 minutes walking, if with a backpack no need for a taxi). Centre is 15 minutes either by the beach or bay the main road; not great choice of restaurants and better going by night, it's safe and people are very friendly. Don't forget to say hello (mambo) to all men (women seem not appropriate, probably due to muslim religion) and shake your arm to children at the front door, they will repay with a great smile!! By the beach experience the fisherman village to south and back to town by the jungle, there are a lot of small villages with friendly people. Otherwise tuktuk is a good mean to move along the island until Chole, to north (nice beaches) better take a taxi. Pay attention at the road to Ras kisimani, beach is wonderful but very tough to get there. When in Utende I strongly recommend Pamela beach for a lunch or dinner; she's great and let you experience local food.
    Guest review by
    flavio
    Italy
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