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Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique

5.0 star property
5-star beachfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools

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Deluxe Villa, Multiple Beds, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view
Restaurant
Front of property
Deluxe Villa, Multiple Beds, Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Kaskazini - Unguja North "A", near Matemwe School, Matemwe Beach, Zanzibar, Matemwe, Unguja North Region
  • Place, Muyuni Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Nungwi Beach
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Place, Kendwa Beach
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Villa, Multiple Beds, Ocean View

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, and a balcony with a view of the beach.

Deluxe Villa, Multiple Beds, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 786 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Studio Suite

A modern bedroom with a wooden bed, a grey sofa, and a wooden coffee table.

Deluxe Studio Suite

  • Garden view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bedroom with a wooden bed, a grey sofa, and a wooden coffee table.

Exclusive Studio Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a canopy, a grey sofa, and a wooden table with a bowl of fruit.

Luxury Studio Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Matemwe

Beachside getaway.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Matemwe hotel, you'll find Muyuni Beach and Kigomani Beach. Pwani Mchangani Beach and Mapenzi Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Muyuni Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kigomani Beach - 6 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 17 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Nungwi Beach - 40 min drive - 15.5 miles
  • Kendwa Beach - 42 min drive - 15.0 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mzee Husa Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Andiamo - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sunshine Marine Lodge - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Zanziblue - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jua Grill - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique

5-star beachfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools
Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. After a day at the beach, cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools at Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique and enjoy amenities like a fitness center.

Free breakfast is served daily. There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Matemwe hotel.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique offers 30 accommodations with safes and bathrobes. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

This Matemwe hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include body scrubs and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Gym

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 4:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Clove Island Resort
Clove Island Essence SPA
Clove Essence & Spa Makunduchi
Clove Island Essence & SPA Hotel
Clove Island Essence & SPA Makunduchi
Clove Island Essence & SPA Hotel Makunduchi

Frequently asked questions

How close is Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique to the airport?

Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique is 32.5 mi (84-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique?

As of Jul 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique on Aug 1, 2026 start from $254, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique.

How close is Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique offer free breakfast?

Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique?

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

Is there free parking at Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique have a pool?

Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique features 2 outdoor pools.

Does Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer body scrubs, massages, and mani/pedis.

How close is Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique to downtown Matemwe?

Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique is 0.1 mi away from Matemwe.

Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, staff were great especially Rosie and the manager Megan. Location is great, it is set in a quieter part of the island which we loved, the pool is right near the beach so you can enjoy both at once, there is parking if you rent a car and the room are private and really well designed.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Niklas

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026