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Mnarani Beach Cottages

3.5 star property
Beachside resort with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Duplex Gallery Room Seaview | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets
Large Double Room Sea View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets
Penthouse Sea View with Jacuzzi | Beach/ocean view
Aerial view
Mnarani Beach Cottages on Nungwi Beach offers a private sandy stretch, onsite spa with body scrubs and massages, and Doctor Bar serving all meals. Guests enjoy an outdoor pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, plus free self-parking and WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Laundry

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Budget Double or Twin in Sharing Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Large Double Room Sea View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Large Double Room Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Terrace/patio

Family Superior Room Seaview

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 38 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin with Garden View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Double or Twin with Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin with Sea View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Double or Twin with Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Terrace/patio

Penthouse Sea View with Jacuzzi

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Large Deluxe Room Seaview | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Large Deluxe Room Seaview

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Duplex Gallery Room Seaview | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Duplex Gallery Room Seaview

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 73 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Nungwi, Mnarani Beach Cottages is on a private beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nungwi Beach and Kendwa Beach. Mnemba Island is another place to visit that comes recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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North Coast, Nungwi, PO BOX 3361

What's nearby

  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Nungwi Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kendwa Beach - 6 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Muyuni Beach - 39 min drive - 15.2 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tam Tam Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪M&J Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Makofi Pizza Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Secret Garden Coffee Shop Nuungwi - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Mama Mia Restaurant - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Mnarani Beach Cottages

Resort near Nungwi Beach
Located close to Kendwa Beach, Mnarani Beach Cottages provides a grocery/convenience store, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. This resort is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, fishing, and snorkeling. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage, a facial, or a manicure/pedicure at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Doctor Bar, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a garden and a library, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks at this resort include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
  • Tour/ticket assistance, beach towels, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Mnarani Beach Cottages feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities like safes and free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Balconies, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 150 for adults and USD 100 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Doctor Bar
  • Sea view restaurent

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkeling

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • 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

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
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 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 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 4.00 per person, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 150 for adults and USD 100 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 120 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per night

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 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/debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
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
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Mnarani Beach Cottages Hotel Nungwi
Mnarani Beach Cottages Hotel
Mnarani Beach Cottages Nungwi
Mnarani Beach Cottages
Mnarani Beach Hotel
Mnarani Beach Resort
Mnarani Beach Cottages Zanzibar Island/Nungwi
Mnarani Beach Cottages Resort Nungwi
Mnarani Beach Cottages Resort
Mnarani Beach Cottages Zanzibar Island/Nungwi
Mnarani Beach Resort
Mnarani Beach Hotel
Mnarani Beach Cottages Resort
Mnarani Beach Cottages Nungwi
Mnarani Beach Cottages Resort Nungwi

Frequently asked questions

Does Mnarani Beach Cottages have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Mnarani Beach Cottages pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mnarani Beach Cottages?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mnarani Beach Cottages?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Mnarani Beach Cottages?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Mnarani Beach Cottages provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 120 per vehicle applies.

Where is Mnarani Beach Cottages located?

Nestled on the beach, this Nungwi resort is within 3 mi (5 km) of Nungwi Beach and Kendwa Beach.

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Reviews

Mnarani Beach Cottages Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 149 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

OLANIKE

Liked: Amenities
It was a nice place
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great! Away from the beach boys and quiet. Bathroom had no roof so was open to the whole room and stairs to the upper bed were very steep. Shower was questionable but we had a great time and the staff were attentive.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful boutique hotel. Great location and lovely staff. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Samu

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel just by the beach. The beach is not swimmable when lowtide though but nice pool area provides opportunity for sunbathing and swimming throughout the day.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chacha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and relaxing location.. very romantic for couple getaway
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay when you’re in Zanzibar! Quiet, secluded and best views of the Indian Ocean!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Morten

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

Nice chill atmosphere. Great Staff

Friendly staff and great view. Perfect for relaxing. The beach was not my favorite by low tide. But the rest were great.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giuseppe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay, correct, some rooms could use a modern side up but overall ok ! Staff is just the best !
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our cottage was clean with good hot water and A/C. It was a quiet location on the beach. Food was good. The aquarium where you can swim with sea turtles in a natural lagoon is across the road. I enjoyed the hammocks on the property. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maren Elise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Nice place and a beautiful viuw lovely staf. Especially Margarita and Andrew in the bar. Thank you
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

lene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed here for 5 nights. Its a ti min walk to sentral Nungwi. This place is great , its a good place to relax We stayed in the family superior room seaview, this is a big room with a Nice balcony with seaview. The bed is really hard but it was ok for a few nights for us. The staff was great , thanks to Andrew in the bar , he is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

STEPHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A pleasant if overpriced option

Deluxe room was more of a suite with separate kitchen area, bathroom & bedroom, Large balcony with both chairs and a twin hammock. Not plush by European standards but quite nice anyway. AC was great, wifi was good, food was good. A couple of silly rules, IE outside drinks will be confiscated but a nice stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Ninna Bo

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

Great value for money

I sent with my family and need two rooms, which we got in a shared appartment. Really nice and big rooms with privat bathroom and toilet. A great place. But a big minus was a generator right besides our room which was really noisy, and the water in the bath was only hot and almost mon existing … besides this … we really enjoyed our stay, great location, nice staff, great service, great breakfast … so 4,5 stars … and value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Roy

Disliked: Staff & service
This will not be a repeat visit for me. It started with the front desk. Instead of a warm welcome we were greated with "passports?" The rooms were clean but dated. The free breakfast extremely lacking in variety and flavor. The paid food was decent but overpriced for the area. Hard mattresses. Some of the staff, the women, were great and friendly. We did one onsite excursion with a sunset Dhow cruise which was overcrowded and expensive. The cost of this place is definitely not worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

adnan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Over all not so good

Very nice scenery and nice design of the landscape. But I was met by s cockroach when I stepped in the room. The power went out every day for 1-2 hours and it was not always the hotel wanted to turn on the generator. I got food poisoning at dinner. The hammock infornt of the cottage was nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Incredible views, friendly staff but bad services

5 Stars: the view was amazing. The staff extremely friendly and helpful. Rooms very clean! 4 stars: Location. Restaurant food was delicious. 3 Stars: price for the room was reasonable. 2 Stars: drinks at the bar were very watered down. 1 Star: horrrible spa facility. I stopped my massage after 20 minutes because the masseuse was that bad. It was supposed to be a deep tissue massage and ended up being a horrible massage. Every service here is designed to overcharge you. The laundry service was too expensive. You can get wayyy cheaper taxis and tours if you book outside of the hotel. Late check out is $10 an hour. Overall, this is not a bad place to stay at as long as you don’t get any of the hotel’s services. It felt like they prioritized profit over comfort for guests. If you stay here, book all your needs elsewhere and you’ll have a good time at the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alessio

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Dion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Baghir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mycket trevligt. Bra läge vid vattnet, några minuters promenad till din sandstrand. Tryggt.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne Lene

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne Lene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariola

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

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