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Reviews of Tamu Tamu Boutique Hotel

Pwani Mchangani, Pwani Mchangani, Tanzania

#3 of 22 hotels in Pwani Mchangani

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Review score

Based on 62 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    7.9

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  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely location next to beach. Lovely room size.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    10
    Just a great little oasis
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Suite
    • Stayed 13 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, just perfect

    So many things to like! From the cute kittens, to the friendly staff, the helpful manager, the clean and well equipped apartments … Definitely our highlight in Zanzibar, we missed it dearly once we switched places

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2024

    9.0
    Almost nothing but maybe just the bed need more softer and fluffy plus more option for the food, other than that is grea
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed is hard , was expecting soft and fluffy bed, and the blanket was not thick and fluffy too but more thin.

    The design amazing , the ambiance, lots of greens, well maintained, quiet and peaceful staff is super friendly and good hospitality service

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    10
    We enjoyed it much.
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Perfect

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    8.0
    Amazing...just food menu should be adjusted
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Food variety was less

    Ok

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2024

    10
    Good value for money. Beautiful hotel. Helpful Staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Now this is what good hospitality is about 🙌🏾 .Everything about this hotel is amazing. It’s spacious, you have plenty of amenities in your room, the staff was really good. The food is amazing.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    9.0
    We loved it and hat a great time
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 17 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shower . Cold

    Place . Very peaceful

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2024

    10
    Amazing two weeks
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Suite
    • Stayed 14 nights

    The power net had a number of interrupions which led to lack of air conditioning. But...hakuna matata :-)

    The staff and service was excellent. Very welcoming and serviceminded. We had the best and relaxing vacation ever. It exceeded all of our expectations.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 February 2024

    10
    Beautiful, relaxing and peaceful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Suite
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fans and air con was hit miss at times but there is a backup generator. The fan wasn’t as strong and air on would switch on off at night when power cuts across the island but most of the time no issues

    Very nice boutique style property with amazing staff and good access to the beach. Helpful manager and good menu for kids and generally to choose from.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    10
    One of the best accommodation we stayed, beautiful and with fantastic staff!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Suite
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only small downside for somebody might be a lack of resort sunbeds on the beach but it is understandable as the resort is not on the beach directly but like 50 meters from it.

    One of the best accommodation we have ever had, and we have been to a lot of them. Area is very quiet, without a lot of tourists. Overall it is quite nice part of zanzibar, Pwani Mchangani is small village within 5 mins of walking from Tamu Tamu, with couple of shops and small restaurants. Beach is also nice, not crowded, without many local sellers ("hello my friend"). What is a plus of Tamu Tamu is it's beautiful settings with a lot of greenery, nice pools etc. Everything is neat, well cared of, very secluded and private. The main reason we LOVED our stay were the people working in Tamu Tamu - such a friendly guys still smiling, funny and kind to everyone... we felt like visiting a friends. We loved everything about our stay and cannot recommend this resort enough!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2023

    10
    One of the most beautiful stays of our lives
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Suite
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We loved everything

    We had an unforgettable stay at Tamu Tamu Boutique Hotel in Zanzibar. The hotel is nestled in a beautiful location, just a minute away from the beach. The staff went above and beyond to make our experience truly special - they were not only fantastic but also incredibly attentive. One of the highlights was the delicious breakfast served daily, adding a delightful start to each morning. Our room was not only beautiful and spacious but also equipped with all the comforts we could wish for. The hotel manager, who was very nice, ensured that every aspect of our stay exceeded expectations. What made Tamu Tamu truly exceptional was the sense of warmth and camaraderie – it felt like being part of a family. Without a doubt, this was one of the most beautiful stays of our lives, and we highly recommend Tamu Tamu Boutique Hotel for an incredible Zanzibar experience.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some strange smell, electricity and water problems, bad wifi.

    Very clean, good food, friendly stuff.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 October 2023

    10
    Fantastic boutique hotel option two steps away from the beach
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The internet connection should be improved once is slow and with faults. Sometimes, in the bathroom, there is an unpleasant smell coming from the sewage.

    The room was very spacious and super cozy, very clean and with a lot of attention to detail. Very close to the amazing beach of Pwani Mchangani. The staff is super friendly and available to support you during all your stay. Very recommended.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2023

    10
    Fantastic stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights

    LOVED my time at Tamu Tamu hotel in Zanzibar. The location right next to Pwani Mchangani on the eastern coast was perfect - super quiet with not too many tourists and a nice village with a few restaurants nearby. We really preferred it to hectic Stone Town and touristy Nungwi Beach for example. The rooms were beautiful and clean, we really appreciated the attention room service put into making sure everything was neat when we got back from a daytrip. The pool area was beautiful too, we could have easily spent a whole week just lounging there. The food at the restaurant was great too, the breakfasts were copious with many options to choose from and the urojo (a local soup they made for us upon demand) was the most delicious thing I tasted on my trip to Tanzania. They also have a nice menu of snacks to enjoy poolside and a fantastic happy hour deal with very good cocktails. Finally, the staff, absolutely lovely, super helpful and always around in case we needed anything. I appreciated their help with transportation around the island and booking activities, like a spice tour and visit to Stone Town. Honestly for the price, this place is unbeatable. It's a boutique hotel where you're afforded more attention than in the 3 times more expensive large resorts more north. Thank you Tamu Tamu for a fantastic stay!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2023

    10
    Worth comming back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    One night was too short. We wish to come back to this beautifully designed interiors with a peaceful tropical garden surrounding. We had a super nice dinner and an even better breakfast. The room was like a dream spacious and cosy. I felt like home from the moment I stepped in.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Suite
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We really enjoyed our stay at Tamu Tamu. Rooms were nice, cleaned every day. Staff was very friendly and food was delicious.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2023

    10
    Hope I will Go back soon !
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had an amazing Time in that hôtel ! Small hôtel with only 6 rooms so very peaceful; staff is super discret, kind and helpful (Thanks to them we discovered confidentiel and very cool adresses for dinner); they can organise easily taxis ; thé 2 swimming pools for just6 rooms allow to feel like you Just have the all place just for you ! And breakfast is really Good! Highly recommended !

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A lovely boutique hotel close to the beach and really easy to get to. The staff were extremely polite and helpful arranging transport from before we arrived and during our stay. They also made arrangements for activities in the area. The room was comfortable and spacious. I would use this place again.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2023

    10
    Amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 11 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Very clean, confortable and staff very friendly

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2023

    10
    Wedding invitation
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The coffee at breakfast needs to be upgraded that was a disappointment.

    Small & we felt very looked after nothing was any trouble. Beautiful people. Beautiful surroundings.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2023

    9.0
    Personal touch and small things made our stay very enjoyable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Suite
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This is most probably our fault, but the photos do look like hotel is on beach. We also paid similary for hotel on beach. We had to get ourselves sorted for loungers and umbrella. Manager did suggest us asking hotel a few doors up, which were very kind as they were refurbing, and not full. If they were full they would not allow it understandbly. I would like to suggest if owner/manager could make deal with this hotel. Put some beach loungers/umbrella of there own at this hotel for there guests. It will make a persons stay much better. The other hotel then get the revenue from food and drink orders as an extra. This was truelly our only problem, and would have spoilt our stay if we couldn't sort it our on our second day.

    We loved the personal touch by Manager and Owner. Nothing was too much for them to do for there guests. Staff also very helpfull and very friendly. Our suite was so comfortable and housekeeping kept it clean. Never desturbing us. Loved the 3 cats and dog. Felt home away from home for us.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2023

    10
    Incredible and memorable stay !!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Suite
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing !

    Dear Vojtek and Tamu Tamu Team, We wanted to write to express our immense gratitude for the exceptional welcome we received during our stay at your wonderful Tamu Tamu Hotel in Zanzibar. Your team is truly fantastic and we were delighted by the quality of service you provided. The friendly and warm atmosphere in your hotel contributed to making our stay memorable. Additionally, the cuisine was simply excellent, and we savored every meal. We also appreciated the ideal location of the hotel, just a few steps away from the beach and the village of Pwani Mchangani. We will forever cherish unforgettable memories of our time spent with you. Thank you for making my birthday evening truly unforgettable ;))) We highly recommend your hotel and sincerely hope to have the opportunity to return very soon. We would like to warmly thanks the manager wojtek and his entire team, as well as Moussa Fadhili, Edi Ali Hussein, and Paolo, aka “Nemofish.” Thanks to all of you, we had an unforgettable stay. We look forward to seeing you again soon and wish you longevity and excellent health to you all and ur families. Once again, thank you immensely for everything :) Jerry & Dora

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2023

    10
    Felt like home and enhanced our stay in Zanzibar.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No late night menu

    It felt like a home away from home. The hotel manager was very friendly, helpful and attentive. The hotel staff were very professional and treated the hotel like it was their business as well, an ideal sense of ownership. We also were very happy to have the dog and cats who were so sweet!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2023

    9.0
    Comfortable & friendly place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Suite
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Menu for lunch/diner. Small portion - price/quality not in balance; especially not compared to restaurants in the environment.

    The rooms are more than marvelous; and very, very clean. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Breakfast very nice. Garden is very well kept. Nice pool.

    Stayed in May 2023

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