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Basecamp Mafía Island

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A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a thatched-roof building. - Basecamp Mafía Island (Mafia Island)
A beachside restaurant with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a view of the ocean. - Basecamp Mafía Island (Mafia Island)
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, and a view of the outdoors. - Basecamp Mafía Island (Mafia Island)
A beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shore, and a few boats. There are palm trees and a small hut-like structure on the beach. - Basecamp Mafía Island (Mafia Island)
A rustic building with a thatched roof, a wooden porch, and a glass door leading to a room. - Basecamp Mafía Island (Mafia Island)
A free breakfast buffet, a beach bar, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Basecamp Mafía Island. With amenities like a private beach and sun loungers, this lodge is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Treat yourself to reflexology, a detox wrap, or a facial at the onsite spa. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

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Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden bench, a small table, and a balcony with a view of trees.

Standard Twin Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A room with a bed, a wall-mounted shelf, a mosquito net, and a poster of a shark.

Deluxe Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A rustic building with a thatched roof, a wooden porch, and a glass door leading to a room.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two wall-mounted lamps, a painting, and a view of the outdoors.

Standard Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Family Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Mafia Island, Basecamp Mafía Island is in a rural area and on a private beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Utende Beach and Kilindoni Beach. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving, snorkeling and sailing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Mafia Island travel guide
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Utende beach, Mafia Island, Pwani Region, 0002

What's nearby

  • Utende Beach
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kilindoni Beach
    17 min drive - 10.2 miles

Getting around

  • Kilindoni (MFA-Mafia)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mariam Mary
    10 min walk
  • Mafia Lodge Beach Bar
    11 min walk
  • Mangrove Restaurant
    2 min drive
  • Ramblers restaurant
    10 min walk
  • Swahili Local Restaurants
    10 min walk

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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 secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat
  • Evening entertainment
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sail boat
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 1,076 square feet of conference space
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages
  • Thalassotherapy
  • Treatment room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Area rugs in room
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (40 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - August 2024
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 15
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 15

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
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 23 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 1 year of age.

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 50 (one-way), (up to 5 years old)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 15 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 15 (subject to availability)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and high chair
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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 and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does Basecamp Mafía Island have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Basecamp Mafía Island pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Basecamp Mafía Island?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 15 (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Basecamp Mafía Island?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 15 (subject to availability).

Does Basecamp Mafía Island provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 50 per person applies.

Where is Basecamp Mafía Island located?

Nestled on the beach, this Mafia Island lodge is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Utende Beach and 8.7 mi (14 km) from Kilindoni Beach.

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

Basecamp Mafía Island Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.0

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is stunning, in front of the resort there is the best beach of the bay. Super welcoming staff. Very good breakfast and dinner. Very recomanded.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff! Exceptionally friendly and accommodating, always willing to assist with a smile. The rooms were also lovely and generous with space.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lot of construction going on.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Prachtige locatie met makkelijke toegang naar vele activiteiten
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024