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Zanziblue

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with spa services

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Luxury Villa, 4 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Room service
  • Spa

Room options

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Luxury Villa, 4 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
  • 186 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 31 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Comfort Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 60 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 46 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Kilimajuu, Matemwe, Unguja

What's nearby

  • Muyuni Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pwani Mchangani Beach - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Mapenzi Beach - 7 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Kigomani Beach - 9 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 12 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spice Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Andiamo - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Snack Restaurant Ngalawa - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Green & Grill - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Zanziblue

Upscale hotel near Kiwengwa Beach
Located close to Mnemba Island, Zanziblue provides free continental breakfast, a poolside bar, and a rooftop terrace. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this hotel. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Limo/town car service, bike rentals, and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Zanziblue include perks such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Showers, bidets, and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators

Languages

English, French, Swahili

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
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 45 km
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Dining table
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2017
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 9:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and 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
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are required to contact this property before 7 AM or after 10 PM to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 35 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Zanziblue Hotel Matemwe
Zanziblue Hotel
Zanziblue Matemwe
Zanziblue Hotel
Zanziblue Matemwe
Zanziblue Hotel Matemwe

Frequently asked questions

Does Zanziblue have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Zanziblue pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Zanziblue?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Zanziblue?

Check-in start time: 9:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Zanziblue?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Zanziblue provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 35 per vehicle applies.

Where is Zanziblue located?

This Matemwe hotel is on the beach, 4.3 mi (7 km) from Kiwengwa Beach, and within 25 mi (40 km) of Nungwi Beach and Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park.

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Zanziblue Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria-Theresia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place with super friendly staff and great food! Very quiet and nice to relax!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Klaus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, we came as tourists and left as friends …
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

W.A.

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

AMAZING VACATION

It was an amazing experience. The people are so nice, rooms are beautiful and the food is perfect! Would recommend it to everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Highly recommend Zanziblue!

Love love love this place! The people were so kind and friendly, food was delicious, and we especially appreciated all of the activities that the hotel offered. The only regret is not staying longer!
Breakfast view
Snorkeling tour
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at Zanziblue! Everyone who worked at the hotel and restaurant was so professional, gracious and kind. They were helpful when we needed laundry done and a driver to Stonetown and back. The meals were especially memorable. Beautiful presentation and so delicious. In all our travels, we had the best meals there. Sabina, the manager there, was so welcoming. It was clean and comfortable and the grounds were beautiful. It was a profusion of color. We enjoyed the pool area, finding both shade and sun lounge areas. Zanziblue was the perfect place to relax after a 10 day safari!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raluca

Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

Superbra

En riktig pärla. Fantastiskt trevlig och serviceminded personal. Maten var sanslöst god. Man fick fri tillgång till drickbart vatten. Kan verkligen rekommendera detta hotell.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

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

Living in a post card at Zanziblue.

Helt nydelig opphold på Zanziblue, ,intimt resort for en flott strand og sol ferie. Valgte top suite/rom med flott strand/sjøitsikt. Ligger rett på stranden, i et rolig område, ikke så mange andre restauranter i nærhet , men det trengs ikke, når restauranten på stedet servere helt fantastiske retter, spiste alle kvelder der på nær da vi tom en dagstur til Stonetown. Nydelige drinker å . Og god plass om det fine bassengområdet, hadde ikke noen problemer med å finne en plass i solen eller skyggen,alt etter hva man ønsker. Betjeningen gjør alt for at gjestene skal ha det bra,så kan absolutt anbefales for en strand ferie.
Bygningen vi bodde i, helt på toppen.
Utsikten fra rommet
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benny

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

Helt fantastiskt 😎

Helt fantastiskt boende och service från all personal med Hazel i spets . Allt var TopNoch . Rekommenderas varmt och skulle gärna åka tillbaka. Plus i kanten var att kökschefen Jussi var svensk och hade både köttbullar , Toast Skagen och massa annat gott på menyn 👍
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

birger

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

Täyden kympin hotelli.

Kaiken kaikkiaan upea kokemus. Henkilökunta oli todella ammattitaitoinen ja mukava. Huone ja koko hotelli oli todella hyvässä kunnossa ja erittäin viihtyisä. Aamiainen oli upea, erikoiskahvit kuuluivat hintaan. En keksi tästä hotellista ja sen henkilökunnasta mitään moitittavaa. Kaikki sujui upeasti ja asiakaspalvelu oli erinomaista.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Dontreana

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hospitality very beautiful ocean view secluded and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arlette

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

Un séjour de rêve

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour au Zanziblue. Nous avons apprécié les chambres spacieuses avec vue sur la mer, la propreté irréprochable, la restauration, le service et l'accueil cordial et chaleureux, la plage de sable blanc de Mattemwe...
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucie

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

Parfait à tout point de vue

Incroyable!! Tout était parfait, on recommande à 1000%. La chambre spacieuse, propre (ménage effectué de façon parfaite chaque jour), parfumée, avec une vue magnifique sur la piscine et sur l’océan. L’espace piscine est nettoyé chaque jour, très agréable avec un accès direct à la plage de sable blanc. Le personnel est aux petits soins, souriant, agréable, attentionné et disponible. Toutes nos demandes ont été réalisées avec soin. Enfin, que dire du restaurant, un vrai délice. Une carte variée, une cuisine raffinée, un joli dressage, de bons cocktails. A tel point que nous y avons mangé tous les jours! Nous vous conseillons le dîner privé barbecue qui est un moment inoubliable mêlant un repas excellent, un service de qualité et un cadre magique. Et tout ça pour un prix plus qu’accessible! Encore merci pour tout.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly nurse

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

Zanziblue in LOVE

Zanziblue was simply amazing. SHARLENE and her staff made sure that a of our needs were attended to for my 30th bday. they were patient, kind and understanding. I look at my Zanzibar pics daily and smile, ZANZIBLUE was the main reason for this continued smile. I appreciate them more than ever. The tours offered were amazing, the house was always tidy and clean, the bar was always stocked and I even received a massage right outside of my room on the balcony. Zanziblue is a dream and I recommend it for small and big groups. You’ll have a blast. SHARLENE runs a tight ship and you’ll love her.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018