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Kichanga Lodge

5.0 star property
Luxury lodge on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed | View from room
Exterior
Sports facility
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
2 bars/lounges, beach bar
Kichanga Lodge combines luxury with tranquility, offering a private beach for sunbathing and a spa for rejuvenating massages. Travelers can snorkel in clear waters or join a beach volleyball game. The relaxing atmosphere and friendly staff make this a standout destination.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • All inclusive
  • On private beach
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Spa

Room options

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Ocean Villa | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Ocean Villa

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Ocean Bungalow Family

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Garden Bungalow Family

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Ocean Bungalow Double

Highlights

Separate sitting area
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Michamvi Pingwe, Michamvi, Zanzibar

What's nearby

  • Pingwe Beach - 6 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Dongwe Beach - 9 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Michamvi Kae Beach - 10 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Bwejuu Beach - 14 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Paje Beach - 20 min drive - 11.8 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 97 min drive

About this property

Kichanga Lodge

Luxury lodge
A free breakfast buffet, a beach bar, and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at Kichanga Lodge. This lodge is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, beach massages, and sun loungers. Treat yourself to a Swedish massage or other spa services. Enjoy onsite activities like snorkeling and beach volleyball. In addition to a garden and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Beach towels and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Kichanga Lodge have comforts such as premium bedding and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Separate sitting areas, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

All inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Kichanga Lodge are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

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)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkeling

Family friendly

  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On a private beach

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Built in 2006
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • HDTV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Electrical adapters
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: TZS 160869.00 per vehicle (one-way)

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 25
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31

Property is also known as

Kichanga
Kichanga Lodge
Kichanga Lodge Michamvi
Kichanga Michamvi
Kichanga Hotel Michamvi
Kichanga Hotel Zanzibar
Kichanga Lodge Michamvi, Zanzibar
Kichanga Resort Zanzibar
Kichanga Lodge Michamvi Zanzibar Island
Kichanga Lodge Lodge
Kichanga Lodge Michamvi
Kichanga Lodge Lodge Michamvi

Frequently asked questions

Does Kichanga Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Kichanga Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kichanga Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kichanga Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Kichanga Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Kichanga Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of TZS 160869.00 per vehicle applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Kichanga Lodge?

Some rate plans available at this lodge are all-inclusive.

Where is Kichanga Lodge located?

Nestled on the beach, this Michamvi lodge is steps from Pingwe Beach and 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Michamvi Kae Beach. Dongwe Beach and Bwejuu Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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