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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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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Kaskazini - Unguja North "A", near Matemwe School, Matemwe Beach, Zanzibar, Matemwe, Unguja North Region
  • Place, Muyuni Beach
  • Place, Mnemba Island
  • Place, Kigomani Beach
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪71 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Villa, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

  • 786 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Studio Suite

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Exclusive Studio Suite

  • 377 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Luxury Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Luxury Studio Suite

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

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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

  • Paje Beach - 24 min drive - 15.9 miles
  • Pingwe Beach - 42 min drive - 27.6 miles
  • Michamvi Kae Beach - 46 min drive - 29.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Spice Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Namaste Indian restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sunshine Marine Lodge - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pool Bar @ Melia - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Green & Grill - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique

5-star beachfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools
Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities are also featured at the luxury Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique.

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
  • 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 massages.

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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

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
  • 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant 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
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. 

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 34.1 mi (87-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 Nov 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique on Nov 30, 2025 start from $208.7, excluding 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 massages.

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

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

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