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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.

Super cozy, with swimming pools and area by the beach. Extremely friendly staff! They offered to keep the room after check-out for a quick shower.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
346 reviews
Price from$161per night
SeVi Boutique Hotel, hotel in Matemwe

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

The hotel has a beautiful view, it is very nice and quiet. The staff is amazing! So friendly and willing to help, they make you feel special. I must say Salum is one of the servers who stood up for us, he is super kind and friendly and always ensured we were having an awesome time with nothing to worry about.
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
522 reviews
Price from$238.50per 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 28 mi from Stone Town, and offers a restaurant and free Wi-Fi.

swietna kameralna atmosfera, kulturalni spokojni goscie hotelowi, mila obsluga klienta
8.8
Scored 8.8
Excellent
Rated excellent
355 reviews
Price from$101.40per night
AHG Dream's Bay Boutique Hotel, hotel in Matemwe

Located in Matemwe, AHG Dream's Bay Boutique Hotel offers 4-star accommodations with a private beach area, free bikes and an outdoor swimming pool.

so beautiful!
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very Good
Rated very good
107 reviews
Price from$115.92per night
Marafiki Beach Hotel & SPA, hotel in Matemwe

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

Wow! I was blown away by my wonderful stay at Marafiki. The staff were all SO lovely. The food at the restaurant was excellent. We were upgraded to the villa for our 4 night stay and it absolutely exceeded expectations. The spa services provided by Happiness were FANTASTIC! I cannot more highly recommend Marafiki, particularly if you're looking for a more relaxed experience.
9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
634 reviews
Price from$145per night
Alladin Boutique Beach Hotel and SPA Zanzibar, hotel in Matemwe

Located in Matemwe, a few steps from Matemwe Beach, Alladin Boutique Beach Hotel and SPA Zanzibar has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Loved the food from the restaurant. It was delicious. This is a great location as well and very relaxing. This was a really short trip to the island and I hope to be back and stay longer than I did
9.4
Scored 9.4
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
306 reviews
Price from$300per night
Zanzibar Retreat Hotel, hotel in Matemwe

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.

Beautiful hotel right on beach. The owners and staff were wonderful, and looked after us very well. The food was also excellent.
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
332 reviews
Price from$138.38per night
Zanzibar Sunrise at Bandas, hotel in Matemwe

Featuring 2 outdoor swimming pools, Zanzibar Sunrise at Bandas is located in Matemwe, 3.7 mi from Dove Spot. This hotel offers room service, luggage storage space and free WiFi.

The beach was quiet and peaceful, not too crowded and exceptional hands-on service. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. However, Farah and Moosa definitely stood out, they were always there anytime I needed anything, even catered to accommodate me with my phobia (don’t think every resort/hotel would’ve done that), I will forever be grateful for them. Judy is an amazing masseuse! Visiting the spa is a must! The food was very good and you have to try yoga with Farah, very relaxing and she has a very soothing energy.
9.3
Scored 9.3
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
757 reviews
Price from$292.50per night
Zanzibar Queen Hotel, hotel in Matemwe

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

The resort has genuinely kind people and has no racial stigma despite being multi racial. Food was awesome, staff was kind and management demonstrated care and even allowed us to do a 7 hour check out.
9.2
Scored 9.2
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
551 reviews
Price from$126per 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.

Great staff, massive amount of plants around breakfast area and 1st pool, 3 pools each with their own vibe and privacy, great internet speeds with tons of different lounging areas around property for privacy or socializing. Great overall layout
9.4
Scored 9.4
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
431 reviews
Price from$63per night
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Matemwe's best hotels with breakfast

  • Sunshine Marine Lodge
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 478 reviews

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

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

  • Panga Chumvi Beach Resort
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 151 reviews

    Located 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

  • AHG Sun Bay Mlilile Beach Hotel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 66 reviews

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

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

  • SeVi Boutique Hotel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 522 reviews

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

    Small size, extremely friendly staff, relaxed vibe.

  • AHG Dream's Bay Boutique Hotel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 107 reviews

    Located in Matemwe, AHG Dream's Bay Boutique Hotel offers 4-star accommodations with a private beach area, free bikes and an outdoor swimming pool.

    Tout était parfait (chambre, piscine, restaurant…)

  • Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 265 reviews

    Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel is located in Matemwe, 4.3 mi from Dove Spot and has an outdoor swimming pool. Each accommodations at the 4-star hotel has sea views and free WiFi.

    Peaceful, magical place surrounded by an almost botanical garden.

  • Che Che Vule by SeVi Exclusive Beach Villa
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 2 reviews

    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.

Budget hotels in Matemwe

  • Zanzibar Bahari Villas
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 398 reviews

    Set 4.3 mi from Dove Spot, Zanzibar Bahari Villas offers 4-star accommodations in Matemwe and has an outdoor swimming pool, barbecue facilities and a garden.

    Buffet, very satisfying. Staff was extremely helpful.

  • The Seles Boutique Hotel
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 460 reviews

    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!

  • Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 355 reviews

    Located along its own private sandy beach in Matemwe, Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel features large gardens and an outdoor pool. It is 28 mi from Stone Town, and offers a restaurant and free Wi-Fi.

    everything was great, wonderful place and great people

  • HEBE Bungalows Lodge
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 641 reviews

    Located in Matemwe, a few steps from Matemwe Beach, HEBE Bungalows Lodge has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    the way you cerebrated my husbands birthday!! Asante sana

  • Alladin Boutique Beach Hotel and SPA Zanzibar
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 306 reviews

    Located in Matemwe, a few steps from Matemwe Beach, Alladin Boutique Beach Hotel and SPA Zanzibar has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    Breakfast was great! Location a bit secluded but safe

  • Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 346 reviews

    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.

    Quiet, lovely friendly staff, good food, beautiful beach

  • Salama & Mbuyuni Bungalows
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 431 reviews

    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.

    The decoration, with a relaxing harmonist garden. And the happy cats….

  • Zanzibar Retreat Hotel
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 332 reviews

    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.

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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 of America
  • 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 $140 per night
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 596 reviews
    The property is very well maintained and clean. The staff was very very friendly and helpful. They always had a smile to share. The place is very beautiful and peaceful and the staff is making sure that you feel welcomed and that you have no worries. Breakfast and the food in general is super delicious! Everything is fresh and homemade or homegrown - DELICIOUS! Also you can book all kind of activities with them! They really make sure that you will never forget Zanzibar! We had an amazing time at Zanziblue!
    Anita
    Austria
  • From $125 per night
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 634 reviews
    Beautyful and quiet hotel with nice garden located in the less touristic north of the amazing white and clean beach at the east cost of Zanzibar. Very good breakfast with different choices of toasts, eggs, fruits, etc. Excellent kitchen. Frequent live music at night. Most beautiful beach. Very kind, and helpful personnel. We would like to specifically mention Magdalena, Ali, Hugo, George and Juma, who were always friendly and took excellent care of our wellbeing during our 5 days stay at the hotel.
    Heinrich
    Austria
  • From $475.15 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 867 reviews
    The hotel was perfect - room, swimming pool, garden beach area beautiful, comfortable and spacious. The dinning experiences great, even a smallest issue we had, was dealt with quickly to more than our satisfaction. All the staff at the hotel had only one wish - to ensure you had best service from them. All the senior staff like the catering managers, head chefs (Ashok and Jimmy and the rest) were always going around ensuring the guests were satisfied. We would highly recommend this hotel.
    RAMESH
    United Kingdom
  • From $225 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 221 reviews
    It was a good experience staying at Kena Beach Hotel. Beautiful location right in front of Matemwe beach. This is the perfect place to take a break from everyday life and relax. The room was big and clean, fully equipped with all amenities, and with a private patio with garden view. The staff was amazing. They went over and beyond to help make my stay enjoyable. The guided reef walk offered by the hotel is highly recommended!!! I would love to come back to Kena Beach Hotel one day.
    Alessandro
    Italy
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 265 reviews
    Matemwe is very quiet in a natural surroundings. The food was very very good in the restaurant with a beautiful view in front of the beach. In the morning during low tide it's worth it to take some shoes and walk with local people in the sea to see some starfishes (do not touch them or take them outside the water, it can kill them). The staff in the hotel and restaurant was kind, smiling and very helpful. We had a wonderful time.
    Julien
    Switzerland
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 332 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 $144 per night
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 455 reviews
    The hotel is located right on the beach, one of the most beautiful beach in Zanzibar. The rooms are bungalow type, very spacious and clean. You can spend your free time reading a book in the hammock, by the pool or on the sunbeds by the hotel’s beach. The traditional seafood dish was a delight. Upon arrival I received a plate of fruit and a wonderful natural juice from the house.
    ArneD55
    Belgium
  • From $101 per night
    10
    Scored 10
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 24 reviews
    Even though the hotel has just opened, we had a great stay experience. The hotel was very nice and clean. The managers of the hotel, Mr. Thomas and his wife, are wonderful people. Apart from our accommodation, they helped us a lot with the excursions in Tanzania. I would like to thank them very much for giving us a wonderful holiday experience.
    Ahmet
    Turkey
  • From $101 per night
    10
    Scored 10
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 24 reviews
    The staff is friendly and welcoming and Malgo & Tomek are the best! Genuinely interested in their visitors and will go out of their way to ensure your comfort. The facility is very clean and well kept. I also really liked that the beach in Matemwe is relatively clean and no one hustling for buys.
    Juliet
    Kenya
  • From $516 per night
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 306 reviews
    Perfect vacation. Location was good, food was very exquisite. Swiming with dolphins was in front of the hotel. Turtles zoo was only 30 minutes away. And the most warm welcome ever experienced from Leigh. She was very helpful in every our request and made our vacation delightful.
    Skender
    Albania
  • From $516 per night
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 306 reviews
    Best stay in Zanzibar so far. The staff are absolutely fantastic and couldn’t do more for you! The food at the restaraunt is fantastic, location on the beach is beautiful, the pool is gorgeous. I’ll be coming back to Zanzibar and staying here again.
    Tamzin
    United Kingdom
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 346 reviews
    really clean, small and personal. lovely beach short walk to metemwe to have bite to eat, watch fishermen or to use other hotel for the day. staff really welcoming. laid back atmosphere - the true Zanzibar way :) Plenty of pool space for guests.
    Lauren
    United Kingdom
  • From $70 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 398 reviews
    With it's location at the beach front, Zanzibar Bahari Villas is a great choice to stay and chill for a couple of days. The beach is gorgeous! We were served a rich and tasty breakfast with lots of different choices eggs, fruit, beans etc.
    Anna
    Switzerland
  • From $95.34 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 355 reviews
    The hotel is really beautiful and very clean. The staff were extremely friendly and tried everything to make our stay comfortable. The food at restaurant was really tasty and high quality. The beachside area is really scenic.
    Nyorsi
    Germany
  • From $225 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 221 reviews
    We had a pleasant stay at Kena Beach Hotel , Kena Hotel is clean, elegant and modern. Special Thanks to Heshma she was very accommodating in all our inquiries and needs. The staff were very welcoming and professional.
    ahmedmhdh
    United Arab Emirates
  • From $475.15 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 867 reviews
    Everything the beach the staff the room the food special thanks for Anna and Vee she is amazing whenever you need something she will do her best to make you happy overall the staff are very professional and nice
    Chaimaa
    United Arab Emirates
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 22 reviews
    Villa de Victor is a superb property located on Matemwe Beach. The staff and owners are super friendly and give good local advice. Nema is the star of the property and she's always there for whatever you need.
    Andrej
    Slovenia
  • From $256 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 757 reviews
    The beach bungalow had a great view and was spacious. Quiet and very nice hotel with friendly staff. Delicious food on the menu, but expensive for Zanzibar.
    Anika B.
    Germany
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 332 reviews
    Beautiful hotel right on beach. The owners and staff were wonderful, and looked after us very well. The food was also excellent.
    Effie
    Canada
  • From $144 per night
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 455 reviews
    Very beautiful bungalows with a nice view to the beach, ocean and Mnemba Island. Clean hotel and good staff.
    K
    Kyllian
    South Africa