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Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK

4.0 star property
Waterfront lodge with 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Porch
Bar (on property)
View from room
Interior entrance
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK is an upscale oceanfront getaway. Enjoy the poolside bar, coffee shop, and beachfront restaurant with international dishes. Rejuvenate with aromatherapy at Sultans Spa.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Day bed
Pillowtop bed
  • 135 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 King Beds OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Superior Bungalow

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 60 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Bungalow, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Junior Suite, Oceanfront

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Day bed
Pillowtop bed
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Bungalow, Ocean View (Single Use)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Day bed
  • 35 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Superior Bungalow (Single)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Day bed
  • 31 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Junior Suite, Ocean View (Single)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (Single)

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Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (Single)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 135 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, Garden View

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, Garden View

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Chuini Ruins, Bububu

What's nearby

  • Siso Spice Farm - 7 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Kidichi Spice Farm - 7 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Slave Market - 14 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Forodhani Gardens - 15 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Shangani Beach - 15 min drive - 9.2 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Forodhani Park - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Poa'zz Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪House of Karafuu - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Secret Garden - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK

Upscale lodge by the ocean
Consider a stay at Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK and take advantage of a poolside bar, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Active travelers can enjoy snorkeling, fishing, and ecotours at this lodge. Indulge in a Swedish massage, aromatherapy, and a body scrub at Sultans Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Restaurant, offers lunch, dinner, and a beachfront location. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a hair salon.
Other perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe
  • Wedding services, massage treatment rooms, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Patios, separate sitting areas, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM at scheduled times
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Boat tours
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Snorkeling

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • 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.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 18 buildings
  • Built in 2005
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra 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:

  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 94
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per child: USD 48 (from 4 to 9 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 94
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 48 (from 4 to 9 years old)
  • Resort fee: USD 4 per person, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 27 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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
Children under 6 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Children under 8 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Hakuna Matata Beach
Hakuna Matata Beach Bububu
Hakuna Matata Beach Lodge
Hakuna Matata Beach Lodge Bububu
Matata Beach
Hakuna Matata Beach Hotel Bububu
Hakuna Matata Beach Lodge & Spa Zanzibar/Bububu
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge Bububu
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Bububu
Chuini Zanzibar Beach
Hakuna Matata Beach Lodge Spa
Chuini Zanzibar Lodge
Chuini Zanzibar By Newmark
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK Lodge
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK Bububu
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK Lodge Bububu

Frequently asked questions

Does Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 8:00 AM–7:00 PM at scheduled times. A fee of USD 27 per vehicle applies.

Where is Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK located?

Situated on the waterfront, this spa lodge is within 3 mi (5 km) of Siso Spice Farm, Masingini Forest, and Kidichi Spice Farm. Chapwani Island and Sea Cliff Golf Course are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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