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Marafiki Bungalows

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
On the beach, white sand, beach massages
Bar (on property)
On the beach, white sand, beach massages
On the beach, white sand, beach massages

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

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

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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
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 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

Highlights

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

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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
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ocean view
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large 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

Highlights

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

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

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

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

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Kumba Urembo, Kiwengwa, 2211

What's nearby

  • Kiwengwa Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Pongwe Beach - 10 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Pwani Mchangani Beach - 13 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Mapenzi Beach - 18 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Muyuni Beach - 20 min drive - 8.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Spice Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Andiamo - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Snack Restaurant Ngalawa - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Green & Grill - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Marafiki Bungalows

Upscale family-friendly hotel near the bay
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 white sand beach 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), smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A front-desk safe, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
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

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Polish

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
  • Highchair
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

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

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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Marafiki Bungalows Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rizwana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property with lovely helpful staff on the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sascha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small resort with very friendly and helpful staff. Excellent food and very nice bungalows with african look & feel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Herbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazingly quiet and peaceful. Exactly what I needed to unwind. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful in every way possible. I will return.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna Petrucelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an amazing stay at this resort. The place was amazing. I didn’t want to leave. The food was so delicious. Breakfast was amazing and the staff were great. I would stay here again in less than a heart beat.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you very much for accommodating our needs to shorten our stay from 4 nights to 3 nights. We enjoyed our stay very much, a perfect place to relax after our safari trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pontus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Truly a hidden gem!

The pictures don’t do it justice - the surroundings are absolutely beautiful, the forresty vibe together with it being beautifully placed on the beach, as well as the rooms. 10 out of 10! What should have even higher praised are the entire staff. So welcoming, so nice, incredibly keen on you having the best possible experience while visiting and giving you the space needed to just relax. 15 out of 10! Food is great, rooms are great, their house cat Tiger is amazing, and the closeness to nature (seeing bush babies etc) just adds to the experience. Highly recommend Marafiki for your visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are looking for a proper escape to a quiet paradise then look no further. The Marafiki bungalows are set in lush greenery with steps down to the sea. There is a lovely pool but no real sandy beach, though with swimming shoes, you can get down easily to swim when the tide is in. The restaurant is fantastic with a brilliant breakfast menu setting you up for the day and a wide variety of choices for the evening meal, all beautifully cooked. However what makes this place really special are the staff! Always willing to help and have a smile and "jambo" to greet you. From previous reviews I had thought that it might perhaps be quite couple orientated but actually there were several families so actually this place is perfect if you have kids and don't want the big resort vibe. It is a little removed from the main road so you can really feel quite secure and completely disconnected from everything. However, if you do want to do trips then Justina or Esther will happily organise everything for you. This really is a little haven of paradise.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend the Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa In Zanzibar. Picturesque location on beautiful & luscious grounds with authentic sounds of nature, the feel of tranquility, and all your needs catered to by efficient & friendly staff. On our 1st day there, we arrived late in the day and the kitchen stayed open just to serve us a hot meal. Gorgeous Outdoor seating, which is always my preference, with bowls of locally grown fresh fruits and homemade breads prepared for us to share with one other. The beach was a few short steps away, along with free transport to another beach, and they easily orchestrated any day trip or excursion we could think of. A small bush baby made his way to dinner one evening for entertainment and sang us to sleep each night. Skinks galore in the lush gardens and Thursday night we were treated to live entertainment while we relaxed in the pool. And to top it off-on the last day, they packed up a nice breakfast to go, because they knew we were leaving on an early flight and would miss their yummy breakfast.

6/10 Okay

Andy

Liked: Staff & service
good : staff at the front desk were trying to help out . neutral : food in the restaurant was hit or miss , sometimes good , sometimes bad bad : I don't normally write bad reviews, but maybe they can do some improvements . there was a bad smell coming from the toilet , we were in room 7b , we turned on the a/c to mask the smell and I became sick with runny nose and flu like symptoms. They tried to switch us to another room , but they were fully booked and we got stuck in there 2 nights . They need to figure out where the smell is coming from.

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey Willem Derk

Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Florence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nous avons passé un bon sejour dans cet établissement où le personnels sont d'une gentillesse et attention remarquable. Nous avons pu organiser des excursion avec laide de la réception et avec une très grande facilité. Le cadre est vraiment fait pour se ressoucer dans la tranquillité d'une bulle naturelle et verdoyante au bord de l'océan. Je le recommande vivement
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luís

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Constantina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel avec accès direct à la mer. Chambres tres spacieuses et propres, joliment decorées avec lits en baldaquin de style local, réparties en bungalows dans un jardin tropical luxuriant et très bien entretenu. Très bon accueil, personnel très bienveillant. Nois avons adoré le restaurant. Plats copieux, et delicieux. Petits dejeuners fabuleux. Spa avec tables de massage donnant sur l ocean. Cet hotel est un havre de paix. Nous recommandons sans hésitation.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerome

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ioan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Saara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lajos Zoltán

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The management did everything for us! This was my best holiday ever! The bungalows are amazing and unique! All the staff members are amazing! The food was fresh and so tasty! It was like a big family
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Jérémie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très bon séjour, peu de soirée a thème (inexistante) pendant notre séjour. Personnel très agréable, je recommande !
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Yongan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mysigt boutiquehotell på östra sidan. Bästa med stället var servicen från receptionen, allt gick att ordna och inget var omöjligt. Nackdelen är att stranden var inget vidare, drömmer du om klarblått vatten så rekommenderar jag västra sidan (kan bero på vilken årstid man åker). Vi gjorde några utflykter
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Guillaume

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10

Tres jolie petite hotel ! Personnel tres sympathique ! Je le conseil vraiment
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shaul

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tembely

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Zanzibar

C est un belle endroit surtout pour les familles ou entre amis , rien a dire de négative sur le service ou les employés
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021