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Maisha Nungwi

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A beachside patio with tables and chairs, palm trees, and a view of the ocean. - Maisha Nungwi (Nungwi)
A pathway leading to a room with a white curtain and a bed, surrounded by lush greenery. - Maisha Nungwi (Nungwi)
A wooden deck with tables and chairs facing a beach. - Maisha Nungwi (Nungwi)
A pool area with clear water, surrounded by lush greenery and a thatched-roof building. - Maisha Nungwi (Nungwi)
A thatched-roof structure surrounded by lush tropical vegetation. - Maisha Nungwi (Nungwi)
Located close to Nungwi Beach and Kendwa Beach, Maisha Nungwi provides a beach bar, a rooftop terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. This lodge is a great place to bask in the sun with a nearby private beach, beachfront dining, and sun loungers. For some rest and relaxation, visit the outdoor treatment areas, and indulge in a massage or a manicure/pedicure. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Aluna Garden Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a hair salon.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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A wooden deck with a thatched roof, a white cushioned bench, and a small round table.

Family Room

  • Garden view
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a window overlooking greenery.

Comfort Double Room, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Cottage, Garden View, Garden Area

A thatched-roof structure surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

Cottage, Garden View, Garden Area

  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Comfort Suite, Jetted Tub, Pool View

A wooden staircase leading to a pool surrounded by lush tropical foliage.

Comfort Suite, Jetted Tub, Pool View

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Suite, Jetted Tub

A hot tub surrounded by lush tropical plants and a concrete wall.

Premium Suite, Jetted Tub

  • Garden view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double or Twin Room, Garden View

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a window overlooking greenery.

Comfort Double or Twin Room, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Pool View

A wooden deck with a metal railing, surrounded by lush greenery and a pool in the background.

Standard Double Room, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Nungwi, Maisha Nungwi is in the entertainment district and near a private beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nungwi Beach and Kendwa Beach. Kiwengwa Beach and Mapenzi Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Nungwi travel guide
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Mnarani Road, Nungwi

What's nearby

  • A beach with clear turquoise waters and several boats anchored in the distance.
    Nungwi Beach
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Baraka Natural Aquarium
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Nungwi Sunrise Point
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Zanzibar Horse Club
    4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)
    95 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tam Tam Restaurant
    19 min walk
  • Promenade Main Restaurant
    7 min drive
  • M&J Cafe
    17 min walk
  • Restaurant Kendwa Rocks
    8 min drive
  • Che Bar Zanzibar
    4 min drive

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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 (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Aluna Beach
  • Aluna Beach bar
  • Aluna Garden Restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Free beach club
  • Library
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • 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
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • 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.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2017
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

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 property charges 5 percent for credit card payments

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

2 children, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (one-way)
  • 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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, 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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Frequently asked questions

Does Maisha Nungwi have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Maisha Nungwi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Maisha Nungwi?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Maisha Nungwi?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Maisha Nungwi provide a shuttle to the airport?

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

Where is Maisha Nungwi located?

Situated in Nungwi, this beach lodge is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Nungwi Beach and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Kendwa Beach. Kiwengwa Beach and Mapenzi Beach are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Maisha Nungwi Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 121 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff,
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nanna Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing! The staff was so sweet, the room was amazing. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lakeshia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful property, excellent customer service and good food/drinks.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colette

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The staff were absolutely excellent!
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

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Absolutely loved our stay here! The place was just amazing, staff were so friendly and helpful. Thank you for having us ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frans-Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place. We went back to the hotel after a week on the mainland to do a safari. This hotel was clean, well kept and very nice compared to what Nungwi has to offer throughout.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Maisha was a beautiful hotel with friendly and kind staff. The breakfasts were plentiful and delicious. The beach bar had great food and drinks and we ate there every night. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Excellent place to stay, everything was perfect

Well trained and friendly staff, great management, friendly atmosphere. The two pool and the garden are amazing, tasty fresh breakfast. Comfortable room, hot tube in the terrace is the best idea in the whole island. Small hotel but way better than any big resorts in the island
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay at Aluna. It's a perfect location if you're looking for somewhere a bit quieter and more relaxing in Nungwi, but still very walkable along the beach to bars and restaurants. The room was a great size, comfortable and good air conditioning, and the food at both the hotel restaurant and the beach club was exceptional. Plus the staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming too. Highly recommend staying here!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff Muba, Eliza, and the rest are very polite and courteous to our needs. The place is calm and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Berenice

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Just perfect

The place is so peaceful and so beautiful. The restaurant on the beach was clearly one of the best tried in Zanzibar. Special mention for the staff, that was the kindest people we meet. Everyone was so nice. I totally recommend the hotel !
Vue from the room to the pool
Beach restaurant
Beach restaurant
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I loved my stay at Aluna Nungwi. The staff was so helpful, welcoming and amazing. The room and pool was perfect for relaxing. The food was great- both at the restaurant at the hotel and the one on the beach. Just be aware the beach near the hotel isn’t the best but you can arrange a Tuk tuk to Nungwi. For me I loved just hanging by the pool and getting massages (which were the best!)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Varsha

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

Nice but no hot water

Let down as we had no hot water all 3 days while we were there. Otherwise the hotel was nice. The staff are lovley.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aluna is a beautiful property surrounded by lush tropical plants and trees. With 2 pools and ample sunbeds it was a very relaxing stay for us. Our lodge type room was lovely but we would have liked a fridge in the room. The beach was just a short walk away but the road outside the hotel that lead to the beach bar could have been better with some lighting. The breakfast was very nice but we thought the days when it was buffet style rather than a la carte was a much better idea. We had a massage during our stay which was very good and great value for money. All the staff were excellent and so helpful. We would definitely recommend Aluna.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frans-Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A very nice, boutique hotel in the middle of Nungwi - pleasantly surprised given the city overall.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

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Fantastic place to stay and location is superb. Staff are extremely friendly and helpful at all times.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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Amazing stay

Such a beautiful hotel- the photos definitely don’t do it justice. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Christina

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Everything was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a great place to stay at a very good price, I like the big rooms better, staff is very nice great breackfast, very clean rooms and pool!! I will stay there next time!💯❤️
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Torstein

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👍
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sebastian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff: great Room: great Pool: great Food: great Beach: not great at all (you are constantly approached) Walk to beach: not great at all (you are constantly approached). If there could be a way to stop that. Nungwi Beach (and Zanzibar) actually would be a really nice place to visit. We felt harassed and would not recommend Nungwi Beach to anyone. We wanted to stay at the quiet end of Nungwi Beach. We felt we were constantly approached. More on the quite side than on the main beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisbeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Virkelig dejligt hotel, med to gode pools. Værelserne er rigtig fine og dejligt med egen terrasse. Rigtig god morgenmad og personalet var virkelige søde og hjælpsomme. Stedet er en lille oase som er godt vedligeholdt. Det eneste minus overhovedet var, at den nærliggende strand ikke var så god - der kan man med fordel tage længere væk - men desto bedre er det, at der er to gode pools.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

FERNANDO DIAZ MORENO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Todo perfecto, el personal muy amables y atentos. Estancia inolvidable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mysigt och trevligt. God frukost. Poolerna var mysiga. Personalen serviceminded🙏
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hatte einen grossartigen Aufenthalt. Das Personal ist super.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025