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Marafiki Bungalows

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Outdoor pool
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Latin American cuisine
On the beach, white sand, beach massages
Bar (on property)
Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View | Garden view
Marafiki Bungalows offers a tropical getaway near Kiwengwa Beach with white sand shores. Enjoy deep-tissue massages and authentic Latin American dishes at the restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi and start your day at the on-site coffee shop.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 39 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Honeymoon Villa, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Honeymoon Villa, Non Smoking, Ocean View | Private pool

Honeymoon Villa, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Family Duplex, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Family Duplex, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 55 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Family Duplex, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

Family Duplex, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Family Duplex, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Kumba Urembo, Kiwengwa, 2211

What's nearby

  • Kiwengwa Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Pongwe Beach - 10 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Mapenzi Beach - 14 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Pwani Mchangani Beach - 14 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Muyuni Beach - 19 min drive - 9.3 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wok - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Spice Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Namaste Indian restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Gabi Beach - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪z-lodge zanzibar - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Marafiki Bungalows

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Kiwengwa Beach
You can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace at Marafiki Bungalows. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and beach massages. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site Latin American cuisine restaurant, Marafiki, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
  • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and a billiards/pool table
Room features
All guestrooms at Marafiki Bungalows offer comforts such as premium bedding and furnished balconies, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Highchairs and children's books
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Private yards, refrigerators, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Marafiki

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Up to 22 lbs per pet

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 45 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to midnight
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Marafiki Bungalows have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–midnight.

Is Marafiki Bungalows pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet.

How much is parking at Marafiki Bungalows?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Marafiki Bungalows?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Marafiki Bungalows?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Marafiki Bungalows provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 45 per vehicle applies.

Where is Marafiki Bungalows located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kiwengwa hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Kiwengwa Beach and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Pongwe Beach. Mapenzi Beach and Pwani Mchangani Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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