Best Hotels in Matemwe

Explore Matemwe hotels and choose from 12 properties near landmarks, luxury hotels, and top boutiques for the best shopping and dining.

Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa
9.6 (48 reviews)

Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa ★★★

📍 Matemwe, Matemwe

"We had one very nice week in Marafiki hotel. Everything was excellent! The rooms have the style of Africa with all the facilities that you need . Also the restaurant has very nice food with local recipes and the staff is very friendly and always willing to help when needed."

Zanzibar Bahari Villas
8.6 (287 reviews)

Zanzibar Bahari Villas ★★★

📍 Muyuni Beach, Matemwe

Zanzibar Sunrise at Bandas
9.4 (40 reviews)

Zanzibar Sunrise at Bandas ★★★★

📍 Matemwe, Matemwe

"Our stay at Zanzibar Sunrise at Bandas was absolutely incredible. The food was among the best we’ve ever had; the chef must be a star chef! Each day, we were blown away by the delicious meals, especially since we had half-board and could order à la carte. The property itself is beautifully designed, creating a wonderful atmosphere that truly enhances the experience. At night, we could hear the sounds of the ocean, and our rooms were stunning, providing a perfect retreat. The yoga classes were a highlight of our stay, and the live music was truly impressive. However, what stood out the most were the incredibly attentive and dedicated staff members, who made our visit truly exceptional. I can highly recommend Zanzibar Sunrise at Bandas."

Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel
9.2 (61 reviews)

Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel ★★★★

📍 49H2+6J7, Matemwe

"We came to Zanzibar with a dive group and stayed four nights at Villa Kiva which has a premium beach resort feel and large, well-appointed rooms. The beach sand is among the nicest I've ever seen; super fine and nearly white, it feels incredible underfoot. The water in front of the hotel is very shallow with a very slight slope leading to huge tidal exposure, which affects the timing of boat traffic. We had to be picked up with a small skiff in the morning and then returned by taxi in the early afternoon from several kilometers north. The hotel restaurant is excellent with both an al a carte menu and typically a limited option multi-course daily menu. A good bar and wine selection as well as expresso coffee drinks are available."

Zanoceanique Luxury Hotel
8.6 (5 reviews)

Zanoceanique Luxury Hotel ★★

📍 Matemwe School, Matemwe

Boutique Villa Unaweza
9.5 (289 reviews)

Boutique Villa Unaweza ★★★★

📍 Mnazi Mrefu, Matemwe

"If you're looking for a complete reset, a relaxing retreat with a relaxed, comfortable, and elegant atmosphere, this place is for you! The hotel is just three steps from the beach, beautifully designed, nestled in stunning greenery, and offering delicious cuisine. The owner, managers (kisses especially to Ania), and all the staff are incredibly helpful, striving to fulfill every guest's "whim" and helping to resolve any issues, always smiling and competent. The rooms are spacious, spotlessly clean, elegantly furnished, and equipped with everything you need. They're cleaned daily and additionally sprayed with mosquito and insect repellent in the evenings. There's a wonderful swimming pool and comfortable loungers – the area is covered with fine sand, making walking barefoot a pure pleasure."

Salama & Mbuyuni Bungalows
9.4 (24 reviews)

Salama & Mbuyuni Bungalows ★★★

📍 Unnamed Road, Matemwe

"Everything was perfect. Highly recommended. The kindness of the owners (María and Paco) and their staff is incredible, especially Monae!"

Zanzibar Bahari Villas
8.1 (17 reviews)

Zanzibar Bahari Villas ★★★★

📍 Muyuni Beach, Matemwe

"Absolutely fantastic holiday! The hotel is very nice, located right by the sea almost in the middle of the village of Matemwe. Very nice rooms, including a great outdoor shower! Thorough, careful and perfect cleaning twice a day. The hotel staff was very nice and everyone did everything they could to make us feel at home. I would like to highlight the following fantastic people: Sauli, Rakim, Charles, Atosha, Emmanuel & Rajab!!! The hotel has a very good pool and great sunbeds overlooking the ocean and reef. There is security at night, everything is absolutely safe, tidy and clean! The restaurant always perfectly prepared and ready to fulfill all your wishes. Nicely landscaped garden, air conditioning in the room fully functional, mosquito nets and mosquito sprays as a bonus. Breakfast simple but very delicious! Great coffee and fresh fruits! Free towels at the pool. Thank you for the unforgettable moments, for the beautiful farewell dinner and the endless football games of Aron and Rajab! We miss you!!"

Zanzibar Pearl - Boutique Hotel & Villas
8.5 (41 reviews)

Zanzibar Pearl - Boutique Hotel & Villas ★★★★

📍 Zanzibar TZ, 2762, Matemwe

"it was a wonderful and calm stay here on this beautiful spot food was awesome and staff was very friendly"

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Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa ★★★
"Great spot in matemwe.The staffs are very welcoming ,friendly and helpful.We loved the cocktails.Very delicious local meal.Thanks to the manager.Try this place when in matemwe and im 100% sure you will never dissapointed.Must come back."
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2025-03-14
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Zanzibar Sunrise at Bandas ★★★★
"Sunrise at Bandas is a serene beachfront retreat that offers a wide range of accommodations to suit every type of traveler. With 14 cozy bungalows, 2 private pool villas, and 2 beachfront bungalows with plunge pools, guests can choose the ideal space for their stay. The property offers flexible dining options, including half-board and full-board, alongside live music nights on Tuesdays and Fridays. Guests can also explore traditional Maasai-led tours, yoga classes, kayaking, and more activities like cycling and beach walks. With its relaxed ambiance, generous meals, and attentive management, Sunrise at Bandas is a fantastic choice for those seeking an authentic Zanzibar experience. Michael, the young manager, is dedicated and personable, ensuring that every guest feels taken care of. His commitment to cleanliness and attention to detail make this an unforgettable destination."
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2025-01-31
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Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel ★★★★
"A cosy, warm and pleasant hotel to relax after our safari. Clear information, great food and staff who are going for the extra mile. Both public as private spaces are very clean. Start the day with excellent Italian coffee watching sunrise."
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2026-08-01
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Boutique Villa Unaweza ★★★★
"We enjoyed our stay at this hotel. Its close to the beach but not directly on the beach and it has a great pool area. The rooms were spacious and modern. I found that it lacked shelving or bench space for your luggage and there wasn't enough space for unpacking so your stuff ended up on the floor, but that was a minor detail. The pool area is the highlight of the hotel with lots of space to relax and close enough to the bar and restaurant area. The staff are helpful, especially Silvie who offers complimentary yoga classes and is knowledgable on tours and activities. I must say that the restaurant was overpriced for what they were offering and food took almost an hour to prepare (even frozen pizza bases) - also, we were a group of 10 and their kitchen couldn't cope with the orders for all 10 of us - so we never got our food together. By the time the last person received their food, the first person had been finished their dinner for a good 30 minutes."
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2024-01-22
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Salama & Mbuyuni Bungalows ★★★
"As soon as you pass through the entrance gate you enter a green oasis with several swimming pools, very smiling staff, very warm owners. An upgrade allowed us to enjoy the bungalows overlooking the swimming pool in which, despite the absence of air conditioning, the temperature remained acceptable. Very spacious room apart from an odor rising from the septic tank (which had to be resolved since the owners were very responsive). On foot you can access a pretty, uncrowded beach (at high tide). The most practical is to rent a car to access muyubi and mnemba in less than 10 minutes or to nungwi and kendwa in 40 minutes. The establishment is very clean, the food is good (varied breakfast and good quality dinner at a fair price) the cocktails are good and some evenings there are also very nice concerts. A good, quiet address for exploring the northwest and east."
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2024-01-22
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Zanzibar Bahari Villas ★★★★
"Nice hotel for Mnemba Island tour, very close to the Island and the hotel staff was perfect. I had the best massage ever listening to the ocean and in front of the beach. The food is fantastic and they do not serve alcoholic beverage, despite the fact that I drink, I liked the attitude from the hotel to keep their believe above the tourists. Old hotel that need a lot of maintenance and worst beach in the Island, a lot of seahedges. "
★★★★★
2023-12-05
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Zanzibar Pearl - Boutique Hotel & Villas ★★★★
"The Hotel is very nice and the personal very helpsom and kind. Kindly regards D. Og C. Wehner"
★★★★★
2026-03-08
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Zoi Boutique Hotel Zanzibar ★★★
"The garden is very beautiful and the rooms are very nice. The restaurant and the breakfast are excellent. Very beautiful beach with coco trees. Free shuttle to go to two others resort which are nice but the best is Azure. Special thanks to the manager James who organise for my son’s birthday a transfer shuttle to the Marine Lodge to watch the world cup semi-final, and he asked to the restaurant a birthday cake. Waiters and waitress were singing and dancing. Magic birthday ! Magic place"
★★★★★
2026-08-09
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Zanoceanique Hotel ★★★
"⚠️ MONEY STOLEN FROM THE SAFE — DO NOT STAY HERE Our experience at Zanoceanique Hotel in Matemwe was extremely disturbing. We arrived on 19 August 2026 with $650 cash and placed it inside the safe in our room. We used only Tanzanian shillings during our stay. On 21 August, we opened the safe and discovered that $150 had been stolen. We immediately reported it to the hotel, both verbally and in writing, and asked them to call the police and check the CCTV. The answer? “The cameras are not working because there is no electricity.” The hotel had repeated electricity problems, even during the daytime. There were also problems with water, Wi-Fi and basic hotel services. The electricity situation is particularly suspicious to us. We cannot prove who took our money, but when money disappears from a hotel safe and, conveniently, the CCTV is not working because of a power outage, it raises very serious questions about security. What is even more concerning is that we found other online reviews mentioning money being stolen from guests at this property, including a Google review where a guest claimed that money was stolen and later returned. A hotel does not have to be luxurious. But a guest must be able to trust that their belongings are safe inside the hotel safe. Unfortunately, we did not feel safe here. Money stolen from the safe. No reliable electricity. Water problems. Poor Wi-Fi. Poor basic services. And an extremely disappointing response to a serious security incident. For us, this was not simply a bad hotel experience. It completely destroyed our trust in this property. If you are travelling to Zanzibar, especially with cash or valuables, think twice before booking Zanoceanique Hotel. We would never stay here again."
★★☆☆☆
2026-09-01

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230V/Type D/G

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Number of reviews

296

Total properties

12

Weekday Avg. Price

CAD 306

Weekend Avg. Price

CAD 303

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Boutique Villa Unaweza

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