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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.

fantastic stay , and lovely staff Food is great , the hotel is clean and the beach very romantic
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
347 reviews
Price from€ 151.99per night
AHG Dream's Bay Boutique Hotel, hotel in Matemwe

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

Small and cosy. Private beach and friendly staff
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
107 reviews
Price from€ 125.28per night
Jafferji Beach Retreat,, hotel in Matemwe

Located in Matemwe, 300 metres from Matemwe Beach, Jafferji Beach Retreat, provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

This is an excellent little boutique hotell with a nice position in the end at Matemwe beach. It has a good size pool close to the beach. A neat restaurant and a cozy lounge section. The hotell is the perfect size, not to big nor to small. The rooms are very big and tidy and the overall atmosphere is fantastic. But what really stands out is the management and staff. Super friendly and helpful in a most genuine way.
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very good
Rated very good
205 reviews
Price from€ 87.70per night
Panga Chumvi Beach Resort, hotel in Matemwe

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...

Wonderful location just next to beach. Nice swimming pool and hammocks in a shaded area. Clean, spacious rooms with good air conditioning, mosquito nets and staff who treated the room to get rid of insects. The restuarant has a lovely view over the beach and sea, and staff were generally attentive and helpful.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
150 reviews
Price from€ 99.64per night
Marafiki Beach Hotel & SPA, hotel in Matemwe

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.

Perfect beachside location, comfortable room. Great food at reasonable prices and excellent cocktails
9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
635 reviews
Price from€ 120.90per night
Alladin Boutique Beach Hotel and SPA Zanzibar, hotel in Matemwe

Situated in Matemwe, a few steps from Matemwe Beach, Alladin Boutique Beach Hotel and SPA Zanzibar features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Me and my husband have been traveling a lot, but we are blowed away from this amazing place. Wow what a hotel and staff! From day one, they took care of us in a way that made us feel welcomed, relaxed and comfortable. This is so important for us, so staying here for 10 days was easy and a wonderful stay. Thankyou so much to everyone who made our days our best. A special thanks to Leigh and her staff in the reception, the restaurant (wonderful young people allways smiling) and a BIG bow for the chef. The food here is beyond expectations. Everything is fresh, delightful and tastes wonderful. We had the all inclusive and it was worth every penny. Again, thankyou to all of you, for making our stay so amazing. We will definitely come back!
9.4
Scored 9.4
Superb
Rated superb
312 reviews
Price from€ 224.76per 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.

We stayed in this hotel for 6 nights. We absolutely loved every part of our stay. We had the feeling that all employees are happy and satisfied, which made our stay especially enjoyable. The location was great and we loved our morning and evening walks on the beach. The food was the best we had during our entire Tanzania trip. Huge compliment to the chef, he's really talented. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Loved the little book corner with the games and the afternoon cake and coffee! The owners are very friendly and welcoming and often came by for a chat. Thank you for this beautiful memory!
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
330 reviews
Price from€ 123.57per night
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.

Enjoyed the location on the beach. Literally right on the beach …
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
743 reviews
Price from€ 273.12per 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.

Food amazing, staff super friendly, nice long beach, great pool and garden area, love the peace and quiet atmosphere
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
544 reviews
Price from€ 123.43per 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.

The decoration, with a relaxing harmonist garden. And the happy cats….
9.4
Scored 9.4
Superb
Rated superb
432 reviews
Price from€ 65.86per night
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Matemwe's best hotels with breakfast

  • Zanzibar Pearl - Boutique Hotel & Villas
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 129 reviews

    Situated in Matemwe, a few steps from Matemwe Beach, Zanzibar Pearl - Boutique Hotel & Villas features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.

    Hervorragend geführtes Hotel mit familiärer Atmosphäre.

  • SeVi Boutique Hotel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 497 reviews

    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.

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

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

    Tout était parfait (chambre, piscine, restaurant…)

  • Jafferji Beach Retreat,
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 205 reviews

    Located in Matemwe, 300 metres from Matemwe Beach, Jafferji Beach Retreat, provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    Food was great, staff was good, Ambiance was great

  • The Seles Boutique Hotel
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 458 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!

  • Sunshine Marine Lodge
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 480 reviews

    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

  • Panga Chumvi Beach Resort
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 150 reviews

    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

  • Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 356 reviews

    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.

    everything was great, wonderful place and great people

Budget hotels in Matemwe

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

    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.

  • HEBE Bungalows Lodge
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 653 reviews

    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

  • Mambo Paradise
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 132 reviews

    Facing the beachfront, Mambo Paradise offers 4-star accommodation in Matemwe and features free bikes, outdoor swimming pool and garden.

    the location of the hotel and especially restaurant

  • Zanzibar Queen Hotel
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 544 reviews

    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

  • Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 263 reviews

    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.

    Peaceful, magical place surrounded by an almost botanical garden.

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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

  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 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
  • From € 124.36 per night
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 454 reviews
    The hotel is a piece of Zanzibar ... traditional bungalows, palm trees in the courtyard, sand and hammocks where you can feel the ocean breeze just a few steps from the hotel ... the rooms are spacious and clean. The hotel has a swimming pool where you can start in the morning or relax after lunch with a cold drink ... the beach is right in front of the hotel where there are sunbeds. I recommend traditional cuisine and fresh fruit ... the staff was friendly, a big plus for Hussein
    sze27950
    Hungary
  • From € 333.46 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 743 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
  • From € 437.68 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 886 reviews
    Beautiful hotel, modern, excellent customer service, friendly staff, next to a stunning beach. Delicious food and good drinks, great entertainment. Massive thank you to Maya for keeping our rooms exceptionally clean. Complimentary prosecco on arrival. Room upgrade as one of our rooms initially didn't have a great view. Top hotel I would recommend to anyone staying in Zanzibar. Variety of restaurants to choose from. 10/10. Absolutely loved staying here
    Alaina
    United Kingdom
  • From € 147.38 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 263 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
  • From € 133.57 per night
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 635 reviews
    Marafiki Beach Hotel is the perfect place to relax. Located on a quiet part of the Matemwe beach it has the classic ‘take your shoes off and dive into a book’ vibe. Sun beds and tents located around the pool are really comfy to enjoy the sun or have a nap in the shade. As in the rest of Zanzibar the high/low tide changes the beach significantly, allowing for never ending morning strolls and afternoon swims (beware sea urchins).
    Lorenzo
    Italy
  • From € 66.32 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 129 reviews
    It was my 4th visit to Isla bonita within the last 2 years, and I m sure this will not be the last. A hotel located in one of the most beautiful beaches of this paradise.Mr. Metwaly, the hotel manager, is working hard to develop his business and deliver the best experience to his guests. Recently, he added a gym that will help you to maintain your body shape after enjoying the delicious meals prepared in the hotel cuisine.
    mghaieth
    United Arab Emirates
  • From € 50.66 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 400 reviews
    It’s an absolutely stunning hotel. Best green view from the garden and a beach view from the front. Very clean and comfy rooms which are spacious. The staff were super friendly and welcoming. A clean pool by the beach. I just loved everything about this hotel. I’ll definitely return back in my future holidays and I’ll always recommend my family and friends to visit Zanzibar bahari villas hotel.
    A
    Abdihakim
    Turkey
  • From € 154.73 per night
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 36 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
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 131 reviews
    unique hotel on the rocks at the end of the beach. very friendly owner who even gave us a lift to the next destination the next morning. the restaurant that is attached offers fantastic food- dinner and breakfast were the best ones we had on the island so far -the staff there is fantastic. we really enjoyed our stay
    frauke
    Germany
  • From € 276.34 per night
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 312 reviews
    Very comfortable and relaxing hotel in a good location. The manager Leigh provided excellent personal service and the whole staff was friendly and professional. Breakfast was delicious and we ate a few dinners there too. Enjoyed the live music.
    Amy
    United States
  • From € 199.59 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 356 reviews
    Friendly staff who went above and beyond to make my stay comfortable - they even helped me arrange a hairstylist to come to the hotel. Really peaceful environment. I loved being able to walk onto the beach. Great breakfast!
    Olutola
    United Kingdom
  • From € 128.96 per night
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 173 reviews
    Amazing boutique hotel, loved everything about it: beautifully decorated, nice garden, close to the beach, delicious breakfast and food at the restaurant… all in all, it felt like an oasis in Zanzibar.
    Mateja
    Croatia
  • From € 89.61 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 458 reviews
    The hotel is very clean , the room is very authentic and big , the food is very tasty , the hotel directors very friendly and flexible . The beach view is magnificence
    May
    Egypt
  • From € 67.24 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 105 reviews
    Everything was perfect, starting with manager, receptionist, waitter,pool, garden. The hotel is near the beach and easy arrangement for mnemba Island.
    S
    Sofiano
    South Africa
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 221 reviews
    it is the best place to relax, it is next to an amazing beach. with not many people. I think is the best place to relax that I have been to.
    JOSEFINA
    Chile
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 256 reviews
    It was a really good stay ! We really enjoy the pool and the staff very lovely. Staff en en help our friends to go back to their hotel .
    Damien
    France
  • From € 437.68 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 886 reviews
    The location was amazing. Very close to mnemba island and snorkeling area. The hotel staff were more than welcoming. The food was good.
    Ali
    Oman
  • From € 119.89 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 330 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 € 313.19 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 544 reviews
    The best hotel in Zanzibar. Staff was amazing, they treated us well. We wish we could stay longer there.
    Mario
    Croatia