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. Each unit features views of the garden. You will find luggage storage space at the property. You can engage in various activities, such as diving, snorkeling and whale shark excursions.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Activities:

Diving

Snorkeling

Private beach area


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.2
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
7.2
High score for Utende
Low score for Utende
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Tsubasa
    Japan Japan
    staff very nice, food at the restaurant very good, and the facilities were really good as well. The owner was a great person, and he owns several businesses in this island which makes many things easier and smoother.
  • Pryor
    United States of America United States of America
    I had a wonderful stay. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. Diving was superb and made very easy by the staff. The food was great and my tent was comfortable. I felt right at home and hated to leave!
  • Amr
    Germany Germany
    The staff and the manager were amazing and super helpful , top service! The lounge area very comfortable Felt like having a private beach with few guests The dive center was super helpful and very professional

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      African • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Resort Facilities at Butiama Marine Camp
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Beachfront
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Private beach area
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Themed dinners
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkeling
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Lockers
    • Concierge
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Wake-up service
    • Private entrance
    • Packed lunches
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Spa
    • Beach umbrellas
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Public Bath
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Swahili

    House rules

    Butiama Marine Camp takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 10 are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction

    No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 10 and up are allowed)

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Butiama Marine Camp accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Big Blu Mafia Island Dove Resort is located within the boundaries of the Mafia Island Marine Park. As such, guests will be required to pay a nightly entrance fee for the park at the gate before arriving. This fee is currently $20+vat per night. Big Blu are unable to accept payment of this fee.

    Please note that payment by cash can only be made in Dollars, Euros or Tanzanian shillings.

    Please inform Butiama Marine Camp of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    FAQs about Butiama Marine Camp

    • Check-in at Butiama Marine Camp is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Butiama Marine Camp is 1,500 feet from the center of Utende. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Butiama Marine Camp has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1

    • Butiama Marine Camp offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Snorkeling
      • Diving
      • Beachfront
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Beach
      • Walking tours
      • Private beach area
      • Public Bath
      • Water sports facilities on site
      • Themed dinners

    • The prices at Butiama Marine Camp may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Room options at Butiama Marine Camp include:

      • Double
      • Tent
      • Single

    • The nearest beach is 150 feet from Butiama Marine Camp. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.