Mafia Island Bungalows

Utende, Utende, Tanzania – Good location - show map

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9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
8 reviews

lovely staff, great food, peaceful location and lovely rooms! the beach is from 10 mins bike ride away and they offer you bikes for free. the staff was super nice and helpful to organise excursions etc. great value for money!

Saana Finland
a stove sitting on a wooden table in a kitchen at Mafia Island Bungalows in Utende
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Mafia Island Bungalows

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Boasting garden views, Mafia Island Bungalows offers accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 6.1 km from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. There is a seating area, a dining area and a kitchen complete with an oven and a stovetop. The accommodation is non-smoking. À la carte and continental breakfast options with pancakes and juice are available each morning at the bed and breakfast. At Mafia Island Bungalows, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner and lunch and specialises in African cuisine. A car rental service is available at the accommodation. The nearest airport is Mafia Island Airport, 11 km from Mafia Island Bungalows.

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Most popular facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
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1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.4
Location
7.8
High score for Utende
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  • Saana
    Finland Finland
    “lovely staff, great food, peaceful location and lovely rooms! the beach is from 10 mins bike ride away and they offer you bikes for free. the staff was super nice and helpful to organise excursions etc. great value for money!”
  • Ronny
    Germany Germany
    “Sehr nette Vermieter. Das Dinner war superlecker. Man kann kostenlos Fahrräder ausleihen und damit im nahe gelegenen Dorf einkaufen gehen. Man bekommt auch alles in der Unterkunft. 10 min mit dem Fahrrad zum Beach.”
  • Selina
    Germany Germany
    “Die Zimmer sind sehr geräumig, gut ausgestattet und sauber. Das Personal war sehr nett und hilfsbereit. Auch das Essen war lecker.”

Hosted by Yusufu Shaweji

9.7
9.7
Host review score
Host review score
Yusufu Shaweji
Mafia Island Bungalows located at Utende village. The place is away from noise and it's the best place to relax. The place it's in Marine park Area and all hotels which is inside Marine park the visitos have to pay fees, We offer excursions like Whalesharks swimming, Snorkeling & Picnic, Diving, Deep sea fishing, Sunset cruise, Chole Island Walk, Bike Tour and many more. We also serve meals and Drinks. *AMENITIES Free parking 🅿️ Free Breakfast Free Bike included 🚲 so you can explore the Island by Bikes ride.
Unforgettable experience with us. Explore Mafia Island with Free Bikes 🚲 during your stay with us.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      African • Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan

Facilities of Mafia Island Bungalows
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
Food & Drink
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • 24-hour front desk
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Mosquito net
    • Car hire
    • Packed lunches
    • Fan
    • Barber/beauty shop
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Mafia Island Bungalows takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 12:00 to 00:00

    Check-out

    From 00:00 to 10:00

     

    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.

    Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    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

    No cots or extra beds are available.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Cash only

    This property only accepts cash payments.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Mafia Island Bungalows

    • The prices at Mafia Island Bungalows may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Room options at Mafia Island Bungalows include:

      • Double

    • Mafia Island Bungalows is 0.8 miles from the centre of Utende. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Mafia Island Bungalows is from 12:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Mafia Island Bungalows offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Snorkelling
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Cooking class
      • Bicycle rental
      • Bike tours
      • Beach
      • Walking tours
      • Tour or class about local culture

    • Mafia Island Bungalows has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant