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Zanzibar Sunrise at Bandas, hotel in Matemwe

Featuring 2 outdoor swimming pools, Zanzibar Sunrise at Bandas is located in Matemwe, 6 km from Dive Spot. This hotel offers room service, luggage storage space and free WiFi.

9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
776 reviews
Price from£227.25per night
Sunshine Marine Lodge, hotel in Matemwe

Featuring 3 swimming pools, a dive centre, and a restaurant, Sunshine Marine Lodge is situated on a cliff overlooking the Indian Ocean and Mnemba Atoll, in a wild and unspoiled bush, far away from...

8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
482 reviews
Price from£125.86per night
Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel, hotel in Matemwe

Located along its own private sandy beach in Matemwe, Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel features large gardens and an outdoor pool. It is 45 km from Stone Town, and offers a restaurant and free Wi-Fi.

8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
364 reviews
Price from£74.28per night
Zanzibar Queen Hotel, hotel in Matemwe

Offering a year-round outdoor pool ,a spa centre and a diving centre in the neighbouring hotel, Zanzibar Queen Hotel is set in Matemwe in the Zanzibar Region.

9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
564 reviews
Price from£106.10per night
The Seles Boutique Hotel, hotel in Matemwe

The Seles Boutique Hotel are located in Matemwe. The open-air restaurant has views of the ocean and serves local Swahili cuisine and fresh sea food. Free WiFi access is available.

8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
460 reviews
Price from£71.77per night
SeVi Boutique Hotel, hotel in Matemwe

Overlooking white-sand beaches and the crystalline waters of the Indian Ocean, SeVi Boutique Hotel is situated at the north-east coast of Zanzibar, by the fishing village of Kigomani.

8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
536 reviews
Price from£188.84per night
Zanzibar Bahari Villas, hotel in Matemwe

Set 7 km from Dive Spot, Zanzibar Bahari Villas offers 4-star accommodation in Matemwe and has an outdoor swimming pool, barbecue facilities and a garden.

8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
396 reviews
Price from£64.93per night
Salama & Mbuyuni Bungalows, hotel in Matemwe

Salama & Mbuyuni Bungalows features a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a garden and bar in Matemwe. Each room comes with a patio. At the hotel, the rooms are fitted with a wardrobe.

9.4
Scored 9.4
Superb
Rated superb
427 reviews
Price from£38.80per night
Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel, hotel in Matemwe

Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel is located in Matemwe, 7 km from Dive Spot and has an outdoor swimming pool. Each accommodation at the 4-star hotel has sea views and free WiFi.

8.6
Scored 8.6
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
263 reviews
Price from£98.18per night
Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar, hotel in Matemwe

Located off the North-East coast of Zanzibar, in the Matemwe area, Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar offers a beautiful white sandy beach, overlooking a magnificent turquoise lagoon.

9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
351 reviews
Price from£122.68per night
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Matemwe's best hotels with breakfast

  • Sunshine Marine Lodge
    Breakfast options

    Featuring 3 swimming pools, a dive centre, and a restaurant, Sunshine Marine Lodge is situated on a cliff overlooking the Indian Ocean and Mnemba Atoll, in a wild and unspoiled bush, far away from...

    Stayed here to dive, it was outstanding. Very much recommend

    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 482 reviews
  • Panga Chumvi Beach Resort
    Breakfast options

    Situated directly on a picturesque beach in Matemwe, Panga Chumvi Beach Resort features an on-site restaurant, swimming pool, massage services, bicycle rentals, and free Wi-Fi access throughout the...

    good quiet location , nice breakfast and staff . big rooms

    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 151 reviews
  • AHG Sun Bay Mlilile Beach Hotel
    Breakfast options

    Facing the beachfront, AHG Sun Bay Mlilile Beach Hotel offers 4-star accommodation in Matemwe and has an outdoor swimming pool, garden and restaurant.

    Views, beach, staff, food, drinks, pool were all amazing

    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 66 reviews
  • Zanzibar Queen Hotel
    Breakfast options

    Offering a year-round outdoor pool ,a spa centre and a diving centre in the neighbouring hotel, Zanzibar Queen Hotel is set in Matemwe in the Zanzibar Region.

    Very nice personel and friendly. Also nice restaurant

    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 564 reviews
  • Zanzibar Retreat Hotel
    Breakfast options

    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.

    Small retreat, clean and extremely nice owners and staff.

    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 335 reviews
  • Mango Beach Villas
    Breakfast options

    Situated in Matemwe, a few steps from Matemwe Beach, Mango Beach Villas features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    L'endroit, le personnel très sympa, la nourriture très bonne

    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 51 reviews
  • SeVi Boutique Hotel
    Breakfast options

    Overlooking white-sand beaches and the crystalline waters of the Indian Ocean, SeVi Boutique Hotel is situated at the north-east coast of Zanzibar, by the fishing village of Kigomani.

    Small size, extremely friendly staff, relaxed vibe.

    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 536 reviews
  • Che Che Vule by SeVi Exclusive Beach Villa
    Breakfast options

    Overlooking the Indian Ocean and located in the secluded beach strip of Matemwe, Che Che Vule by SeVi Exclusive Beach Villa offers a swimming pool and a private kitchen chef.

    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2 reviews

Budget hotels in Matemwe

  • Zanzibar Bahari Villas
    Cheap hotel

    Set 7 km from Dive Spot, Zanzibar Bahari Villas offers 4-star accommodation in Matemwe and has an outdoor swimming pool, barbecue facilities and a garden.

    Buffet, very satisfying. Staff was extremely helpful.

    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 396 reviews
  • The Seles Boutique Hotel
    Cheap hotel

    The Seles Boutique Hotel are located in Matemwe. The open-air restaurant has views of the ocean and serves local Swahili cuisine and fresh sea food. Free WiFi access is available.

    lovely place with concerts and Dj set. very peaceful!

    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 460 reviews
  • Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel
    Cheap hotel

    Located along its own private sandy beach in Matemwe, Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel features large gardens and an outdoor pool. It is 45 km from Stone Town, and offers a restaurant and free Wi-Fi.

    Nice hotel at a nice location. We would go back again

    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 364 reviews
  • Zanoceanique Hotel
    Cheap hotel

    Set in Matemwe, 400 metres from Matemwe Beach, Zanoceanique Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    Location near mnemba island View was amazing you can see sun set Kindly staff

    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 98 reviews
  • Haber Hotel & SPA
    Cheap hotel

    Located in Matemwe, 600 metres from Matemwe Beach, Haber Hotel & SPA provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.

    huge room, great pool, excellent food and nice staff

    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 113 reviews
  • HEBE Bungalows Lodge
    Cheap hotel

    Situated in Matemwe, a few steps from Matemwe Beach, HEBE Bungalows Lodge features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    the way you cerebrated my husbands birthday!! Asante sana

    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 622 reviews
  • Marafiki Beach Hotel & SPA
    Cheap hotel

    Located on Matemwe Beach, Marafiki Beach Hotel & SPA offers accommodation with a bar, a swimming pool, a garden and a 24-hour front desk for your convenience.

    The very friendly staff, the beautifull sea, the food, oceanview room..

    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 623 reviews
  • Salama & Mbuyuni Bungalows
    Cheap hotel

    Salama & Mbuyuni Bungalows features a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a garden and bar in Matemwe. Each room comes with a patio. At the hotel, the rooms are fitted with a wardrobe.

    We get better room than ordered, so it was absolutely fantastic. The place itself was like paradise

    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 427 reviews

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What guests said about Matemwe:

  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    It’s very quiet, very few non hotel restaurants, overpriced...

    It’s very quiet, very few non hotel restaurants, overpriced food everywhere, can’t swim in the sea unless you don’t mind knee deep water. There’s no town, or town centre outside the beach hotels, so a long stay would be challenging if you want more than just lounging by the hotel pool.
    Aodhan
    Ireland
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Matemwe and its area is a quiet place where you can relax...

    Matemwe and its area is a quiet place where you can relax and enjoy the beach, the activities (snorkeling, swimming with dolphins) especially if you are a couple, because the village is not very full of enterteinments or night parties.
    federico.sm.photographer
    Italy
  • 10
    Scored 10

    The Location, The hotel it self and design plus the exterior...

    The Location, The hotel it self and design plus the exterior is just beautiful. The most important was the staff...all levels from front desk to restaurant/kitchen...very professional and the hospitality is the best. What ever you request...they will make sure you get it...!
    Kaa1265
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Crystal clear water - despite there being sea urchins - if...

    Crystal clear water - despite there being sea urchins - if you have rock/ aqua shoes - you can still swim and explore the waters and reefs. The beaches are a lot quieter and peaceful than the busier beaches up north. The tides are also fascinating to watch- you can walk out to the reefs and cycle along the beaches when they go out!
    kerry
    South Africa
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Marafiki gets a 10/10 from us on all fronts - breakfast,...

    Marafiki gets a 10/10 from us on all fronts - breakfast, lunch, dinner, pool, cleanliness, hospitality, music, sustainability, beach, communication. My husband and I stayed 4 nights at Marafiki after our Safari and had the most fabulous time. The rooms were very clean and quiet, and beautifully set up. The food is exceptional - please try the tuna tartar and all the specials! We had a relaxing time at the spa - you must try the full body scrub and massages. We used the free kayaks during sunset and enjoyed the stunning view from the water. The water is shallow so even if you go far, you can get off the kayak and swim. Since the hotel is east facing - sunrise is exceptionally beautiful. The water is still and shallow, and you can see all the fisherman walk up to the reef to catch the fish. The hotel also arranged a cooking lesson in Matamwe village for us - we learned how to cook ‘muchuzi’ from scratch which was a very meaningful experience. Overall- no negatives. We had the best time and will be back!
    Paroma
    United States
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    The beach is beautiful, but it's not really a beach you can...

    The beach is beautiful, but it's not really a beach you can swim on - there's a big tidal range - when it comes in it's quite choppy with lots of seaweed, and when it's out its corally with lots of urchins. But it's interesting to watch the local people looking for octopus and shellfish every day. It's quite a quiet area - all the bars are part of hotels. A few nice local restaurants around. Quite a lot of beach touts, which we found off putting. Not loads of activities to do in the area - 1/2 day snorkelling/dolphin watching trips at Mnemba Island basically.
    Alex
    United Kingdom

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Matemwe

  • From £132.23 per night
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 598 reviews
    Zanziblue it’s a paradise on earth ! i was in a lot of this type of hotel on whole world but Zanziblue … it’s state of mind. I have never felt like in this hotel before. If you come to Zabzibar you must check this place … people, food, hotel, garden, view, beach, massage, joga, salsa class… Wow . Thank you Zanziblue team, you are the best people in the world! thank you for everything ! I don’t have world to show how we spend this amazing time with U <3 Sabina and Doris … you girls are angels.
    Patrycja
    Poland
  • From £91.06 per night
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 130 reviews
    We had a very pleasant and relaxing stay at Mambo Paradise. The location is amazing, as it’s right off the beach and you can go dolphin and snorkeling easily from there ❤️ The room was clean and the staff very kind and helpful. Kasia is an amazing host and everyone did their best to help us with our requests and make us feel very welcome. The food was amazingly tasty and we highly recommend to try sea food as it’s freshly coming directly from the fish market, next to the hotel. .
    Hafsa
    United Arab Emirates
  • From £114.02 per night
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 455 reviews
    Although I was passing by and stayed only for a day, it was as if I could not leave... the resort is located right on the beach, has a clean pool, and the staff knows how to make your stay pleasant, is very careful in the relationship with customers. One thing I really liked was the fact that although the electricity was cut off in Matemwe, the hotel had hot water and electricity from alternative energy. A big plus for the hotel management. I would come back anytime
    Meeuwis
    Netherlands
  • From £35.63 per night
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 427 reviews
    This place is just paradise. The staff and the owner are customer oriented and are doing everything to make you feel confortable. The room are really good and clean, the common area is perfect if you want to chill for a day or two at the pool (garden is just beautiful and well maintained). The breakfast is perfect, meals are good and cocktails taste great. And of course, there is wifi in all the hotel, which is not common in Zanzibar. I can only recommend !
    A
    Axel
    France
  • From £254.96 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 776 reviews
    Paradise! Absolute perfect getaway and so many things to do from this sidel all tours can be arranged by the hotel with ease and we had the BEST guide and now our friend, kitou Highly recommend, rooms just lovely on the beach, feels completely safe, very few mosquitos, the staff all so accommodating and friendly, a fantastic music night with local artists and the restaurant is exceptoonal Honestly the best holiday and absolutely will be staying again!
    Claudia
    Oman
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 622 reviews
    It is located near a small village. the beach is in front of the hotel, it isn’t the best place to swim but it is the perfect place to see local life of the village people and the fish market. Great staff, very kind, friendly and helpful. The breakfast is delicious and very large. If you book the dinner, you can eat a dish (starter or main course) at lunch and the other at dinner. The food is very good! The room is very nice and big!
    Gessica
    Italy
  • From £119.72 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 180 reviews
    I spent a total of 17 days in Zanzibar house on a solo vacation. I highly recommend this hotel. It’s a great place to relax and the location on the beach is just exquisite. The hospitality from the staff was fantastic, they were well mannered and catered to my needs. I was also moved by the kindness of Max and Mariam, they were very kind to me when I fell ill during my holiday. I can’t say enough of how much I enjoyed my time there.
    L
    Linda
    Nigeria
  • From £98.94 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 335 reviews
    This tranquil hotel fronting on to Matemwe beach is a perfect haven to relax and enjoy the delights of Zanzibar. The rooms are spacious and tastefully furnished with Zanzibari furniture and local fabrics. The food is excellent and the staff are friendly helpful and efficient. The owners are present and always at hand to assist, talk to their guests and make them feel welcomed to this beautiful Retreat.
    Carole
    United Kingdom
  • From £408.57 per night
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 299 reviews
    Fantastic location on the Beach (Little bit of bumpy access road but it is in Zanzibar). Absolutely brilliant staff. Good food and wine, Sparkling clean pool and facilities. We were made to feel so welcome. Hotel brilliant at arranging any trips etc. and they have good local knowledge of better paces to go/visit etc, Probably the best Boutique Hotel I have ever stayed in
    Chris
    United Kingdom
  • From £98.94 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 335 reviews
    the hotel was excellent in every way, easy check in and good communication, beautiful rooms and facilities, welcoming staff, and most of all the restaurant was top notch! the beach was amazing and better for swimming than we had expected, despite the tide. it was a more quiet beach with lots to do around the hotel. would stay here again in a heart beat.
    Samuel
    United States
  • From £118.77 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 551 reviews
    The hotel is comfortable and aesthetic, and it's in a absolutely beautiful location. I really enjoyed the breakfasts, and the dinners were tasty too, big portions! But the thing that made it all beyond wonderful is the staff. They are attentive and kind, and they really made us feel at home. I would definitely reconsider it.
    Aleksandra
    Hungary
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 263 reviews
    Very clean, well kept, small hotel that provides a heaven of peace and privacy in Zanzibar. Staff very attentive. Held by a family who cares about the facility like their home. Good food at the restaurant. 1min walk to the beach. Good value.
    Pinar
    Greece
  • From £72.69 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 215 reviews
    Hotel is nice, with sea view. Room was cozy & clean. The staff is super friendly. Near with the hotel it is a beautiful island with dolphins, the best snorkeling for us in Zanzibar was at this place (previously we tried 3 other places)
    A
    Anna
    United Arab Emirates
  • From £354.09 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 826 reviews
    Let’s say that the Hotel is extremely well managed and organized with wonderful Tanzanian people working there, on the best Zanzibar beach - Food Excellent - Nice Setting - Really the Best in Zanzibar specially with Kids
    VincenzoCipullo
    Italy
  • From £99.77 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 564 reviews
    We were staying at the villa , we had our privet access to the beach ! It is so peaceful and beautiful . The staff were friendly and accommodating. If you want to be isolated from the world , this hotel is perfect !
    Omar
    Saudi Arabia
  • From £354.09 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 826 reviews
    The property has a spectacular design…It’s breathtaking and beautiful. The beach is on site, it’s private and security is serious about keeping hotel guests unbothered by the public within a designated perimeter.
    Rochelle
    United States
  • From £114.02 per night
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 455 reviews
    Freshly renovated hotel, nice and clean room, everything functional, very large and nice garden, friendly staff and the beach ...beautiful and wild. The price quality ratio was very good. :)
    Alexandru
    Romania
  • From £132.23 per night
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 598 reviews
    One of the best , stuff very friendly and helpful, hotel so close to the island of diving , food very good , beach so quite and beautiful highly recommend for a relaxing holiday
    N
    Nourhan
    United Arab Emirates
  • From £63.34 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 396 reviews
    Wonderful beach view. Hotel staff are beyond friendly and helpful. Thank you to each and every one of them for the hospitality and help
    Wafa
    United Arab Emirates
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 460 reviews
    Everything… Such a great beach hotel.
    Neil
    United Kingdom