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Shooting Star Lodge

3.5 star property
Beachfront, with 2 outdoor pools

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Beach bar
Sea View Cottage Family | View from room
2 outdoor pools, an infinity pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
In-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Shooting Star Lodge offers a private beach for sun-soaked days and two poolside bars for refreshments. Guests can browse the library for a good read, savor international dishes at Monsoon Bar & Restaurant, or book massages and facials for complete relaxation.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • On private beach
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Sea View Cottage Double | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Sea View Cottage Double

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 40 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Sea View Cottage Family | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Sea View Cottage Family

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Bathrobes
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Monsoon Villa | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Monsoon Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • 120 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Garden Lodge

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2017
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Kiwengwa, Shooting Star Lodge is on a private beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kiwengwa Beach and Mnemba Island. Kidichi Spice Farm and Siso Spice Farm are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Kiwengwa beach, Kiwengwa

What's nearby

  • Kiwengwa Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mapenzi Beach - 7 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Pwani Mchangani Beach - 8 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Muyuni Beach - 13 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Pongwe Beach - 19 min drive - 7.6 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 76 min drive

About this property

Shooting Star Lodge

Hotel near Kiwengwa Beach
Take advantage of 2 poolside bars, a beach bar, and a terrace at Shooting Star Lodge. With amenities like a private beach and fishing, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a facial, a Swedish massage, or a body treatment. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Monsoon Bar & Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a library.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • 2 outdoor pools along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), an infinity pool, and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Massage treatment rooms, wedding services, and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to thoughtful touches like safes and bathrobes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, patios, and separate sitting areas

Property amenities

Internet

  • 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

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 poolside bars
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Monsoon Bar & Restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Fishing
  • Infinity pool
  • Library

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Built in 1996
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
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); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 5 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 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 50
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 25 (from 5 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 50
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 25 (from 5 to 12 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night
  • Administrative fee: USD 1 per person, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (one way)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
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
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Shooting Star Lodge Kiwengwa
Shooting Star Kiwengwa
Shooting Star Lodge Hotel
Shooting Star Lodge Kiwengwa
Shooting Star Lodge Hotel Kiwengwa

Frequently asked questions

Does Shooting Star Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools. Pool types include infinity pools.

Is Shooting Star Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Shooting Star Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Shooting Star Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Shooting Star Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Shooting Star Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 50 per vehicle applies.

Where is Shooting Star Lodge located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kiwengwa hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Kiwengwa Beach and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Mapenzi Beach. Pwani Mchangani Beach and Muyuni Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Shooting Star Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

simonetto aldo

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Valida per un relax . Buona per un riposo , accesso al mare problematico. Hanno fatto dei lavori di ripristino durante la nostra permanenza senza aspettare la chiusura che sarebbe stata dopo pochi giorni. Personale molto cortese ed efficiente. Caro per il suo livello.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Très belle situation, personnel adorable
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Martinette

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

Paradise

We had a wonderful holiday. Shooting star lodge is an oasis so peaceful and tranquil that we cannot help to relax and forget about all the cares in the world. Staff were friendly and helpful. Food was great. Our booking was problematic, because the site would not let us book one unit as a family of five. We fitted very comfortably into one cottage in the end but still ended up paying for both.

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