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Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel

5.0 star property
Adults-only beachfront hotel with outdoor pool

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Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
Sultan Villa | Exterior
Safari Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
Exterior
Coconut Room | Garden view
Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel offers a peaceful beach getaway with oceanfront dining, live entertainment, a pool, spa treatments, in-room WiFi, rowing, canoeing, and an art gallery.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • On private beach
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Room service
Beach

On the beach

This hotel is located in a national park and has a private beach. Take advantage of the beach loungers, beach umbrellas, and beach towels at the white sand beach. Experience the magic of beachfront dining with a memorable meal at the restaurant. Several on-site activities to enjoy during your visit include snorkeling, paddleboarding, and kayaking. Noteworthy nearby activities include windsurfing and scuba diving.

Exterior
Kayaking

Room options

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Tinga Tinga Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Tinga Tinga Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Day bed
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Sultan Villa | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Sultan Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 85 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Swahili Villa | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Swahili Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Day bed
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Coconut Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Coconut Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Safari Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Safari Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Masai Villa | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Masai Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Day bed
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Ocean Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Mwadudu, Zanzibar, Kiwengwa, Unguja North Region, 727

What's nearby

  • Kiwengwa Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Pongwe Beach - 8 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Uroa Beach - 13 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Mapenzi Beach - 17 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Muyuni Beach - 23 min drive - 11.3 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 87 min drive

About this property

Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel

Luxury hotel near Kiwengwa Beach
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and concerts and live shows at Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel. With a private beach, beachfront dining, and sun loungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to spa services, such as aromatherapy, a facial, or a deep-tissue massage. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and local and international cuisine. Enjoy onsite activities like beach volleyball, rowing/canoeing, and snorkeling. In addition to a terrace and an art gallery on site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and massage treatment rooms
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Designer toiletries, bidets, and hair dryers
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and LED light bulbs

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Jua
  • Samaki

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Games
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Paddleboard
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Snorkeling
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Reflexology
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai 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.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 2018
  • Colonial architecture
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between May 1 and May 31.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 16 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 16 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 90.0 per day
Cribs (infant 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:

  • 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 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 90.0 per day

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.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, 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
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Guests under 16 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel Pongwe
Tikitam Palms Boutique Pongwe
Tikitam Palms Boutique
Tikitam Palms Hotel Kiwengwa
Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel Hotel
Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel Kiwengwa
Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel Hotel Kiwengwa

Frequently asked questions

Does Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–6:00 PM.

Is Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 20 (subject to availability).

Does Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel 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 Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kiwengwa hotel is in a national park and 21.8 mi (35.1 km) from Siso Spice Farm.

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Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Lovely and quiet. The perfect place to relax
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anush

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

Very Caring Staff

The service was exceptional. Very friendly and caring staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ulf

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

Great hotel in forrest surrounding

Very friendly staff settled in a beautiful surrounding. Great pool, and everything is so clean. We felt really looked after. How ever, it said in various sites that there is a beach here, it is, maybe 25 sq meter in total, but with no acces to the sea, there is a very large ref.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl

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

We loved Tikitam!

Really nice small resort! Great food and service. Nice pool area and sunbeds. Friendly cats and a gang of monkeys was fun. One evening live local music. Very calm so for romance and relax, not party. Wine and drinks available.
View to beach
Bathroom Sultani villa
Welcome wine and drinks
Sultan i villa bedroom
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gun-Britt

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

Fantastiskt litet boutiquehotell

Ett fantastiskt litet boutiquehotel med duktig och personlig personal. Vackra byggnader och vacker trädgård. Fint poolområde. Enda negativa är att det inte går att bada i havet pga all tång på stranden.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Personal ist sehr zuvorkommend. Das Zimmer war bis auf die Klimaanlage wunderbar. Die Gartenanlage ist wunderschön. Die Abendverpflegung hervorragend. Einzig der Strand ließt zu Wünschen übrig, da er voller Seegras war. Wir konnten ihn nicht nutzen.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Maja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Vi hade fantastiska dagar. Men! Det finns ingen strand och att bada i havet är inte ett alternativ. Så trots det exklusiva och härliga så saknade vi möjligheten till promenader och fysisk aktivitet. Inget gym. Ett gym hade gjort hela skillnaden. Två tre dagar hade varit perfekt. Tips är: börja semestern här, varva ner och mys, men åk sedan till ett annat hotell där ni kan röra er mer
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Les extérieurs sont jolis et bien entretenus, jardins, allées..) Par contre, je n’ai pas du tout apprécié ma chambre, avec un revêtement au sol en synthétique ( imitation parquet) ainsi que dans la sdb ( imitation marbre ) mais chaud qd on marche..) La literie est de mauvaise qualité ( matelas mousse ordinaire) draps en coton mélangé, la climatisation est bruyante et peu efficace, il n’y en a pas ds la sdb. Ce n’est pas digne d’un 5 étoiles D’autant que j’ai pu comparer avec l’hôtel précédent où j’ai passé le début de mon séjour ( parquet, plafond cathédrale, Clim dans toutes les pièces, literie de qualité..) Le personnel est agréable ( Merci à Zena, Zaina, Amiri ..) Par contre, honte au manager Gertrude, qui vous promet de gérer, et vous rappeler et ne rappelle jamais.D’ailleurs , je n’ai pas vu 1 seul manager venir voir ses clients au cours de la journée ou de la soirée,..étonnant !!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aleksi

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin Jeanne Jesenko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

LAURA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ottima soluzione per coppie. Hotel tranquillo e con molte attenzioni. Possono migliorare il ristorante che è di qualità ma con poca scelta di portate e diventa difficile cenare oltre i primi due giorni
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lars

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr ruhige Lage in einem tropischen Regenwald gelegen. Die individuelle Bedienung am Buffet war sehr gut und lecker. Wer weißen Strand möchte, da gibt es bessere Lagen
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yann

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

cathy

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

Sejour premium

Sejour luxe bien être cocooning le personnel était à nos petits soins un grand bravo au cuisinier qui nous a permis de découvrir les saveurs de zanzibar
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

David

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

Tolles Erlebnis.

Freundliches Personal, schöne Anlage, gutes Essen.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Epp

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

Väga ilus ja armas väike hotell.

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

nice spot for quiet holiday

The stay was amazing, great spot to chill out and really get a quiet holiday. The villas are so beautiful 😍 Couple of things that could have elevated the trip. The pool to be regularly cleaned would have been nice. Everyday it was full of bugs no matter what the time of day! Would also be great for there to be a better bar service from the sun loungers plus all day snack menu! Staff over all were absolutely excellent and super friendl.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

xavier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Jederzeit wieder

Super schönes und sauberes Hotel. Das Essen war sehr lecker und der Service top. So war ich zum Beispiel am ersten Tag krank und das Personal hat sich um mich gekümmert, als wären sie meine Mutter. Es war der ideale Ort für unsere Flitterwochen. Sehr ruhig und romantisch. Zudem kann man SUP, Kajak... um sonst hohlen und um sonst Billard spielen. Auch kann man an der Reception Touren buchen. Leider hatte es am Strand viel Seegras (saisonal bedingt). Aber man kann sich beim Hotel Strandschuhe holen und als wir ca. 50m ins Meer liefen, war der Strand super schön. Und der Manager spricht deutsch. Vielen Dank für alles!!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2019

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