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Mnarani Beach Cottages

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront resort near Nungwi Beach

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Duplex Gallery Room Seaview | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets
Aerial view
Large Double Room Sea View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets
Penthouse Sea View with Jacuzzi | Beach/ocean view

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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North Coast, Nungwi, PO BOX 3361
  • Place, Mnarani Natural Aquarium
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Nungwi Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kendwa Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Budget Double or Twin in Sharing Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Large Double Room Sea View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Large Double Room Sea View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Terrace/patio

Family Superior Room Seaview

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 409 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin with Garden View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Double or Twin with Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 142 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin with Sea View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Double or Twin with Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 142 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Terrace/patio

Penthouse Sea View with Jacuzzi

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Large Deluxe Room Seaview | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Large Deluxe Room Seaview

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Duplex Gallery Room Seaview | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Duplex Gallery Room Seaview

  • 786 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Nungwi

On the beach.At this Nungwi resort, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Nungwi Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Kendwa Beach. Mnemba Island is also in the region.
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What's nearby

  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Nungwi Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kendwa Beach - 6 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Muyuni Beach - 39 min drive - 15.2 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tam Tam Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪M&J Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Makofi Pizza Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Secret Garden Coffee Shop Nuungwi - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Mama Mia Restaurant - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Mnarani Beach Cottages

3.5-star beachfront resort near Nungwi Beach
Simply walk outside to smell the salt air and watch the ocean waves from the sand beach. At Mnarani Beach Cottages, pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa or have fun in the sun with activities like snorkeling and kayaking.

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This beach resort also offers an outdoor pool, a garden, and a terrace. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Nungwi resort.

  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Mnarani Beach Cottages offers 27 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and bathrobes. Rooms open to balconies. Business-friendly amenities include safes and phones. Bathrooms include showers. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.
The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and facials.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 150 for adults and USD 100 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkeling

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Mnarani Beach Cottages

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per night.

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 4.00 per person, per night

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

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 150 for adults and USD 100 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 120 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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/debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. 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. This property accepts credit or debit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Mnarani Beach Cottages to the airport?

Mnarani Beach Cottages is 41.8 mi (95-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 Mnarani Beach Cottages?

As of Oct 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mnarani Beach Cottages on Nov 2, 2025 start from $130.31, 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 Mnarani Beach Cottages have an airport shuttle?

Mnarani Beach Cottages offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 120 per vehicle, roundtrip.

How close is Mnarani Beach Cottages to the beach?

This resort is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Mnarani Beach Cottages offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Mnarani Beach Cottages, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 150 for adults and USD 100 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Mnarani Beach Cottages?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at Mnarani Beach Cottages?

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

Is there free parking at Mnarani Beach Cottages?

This resort offers free self parking.

Does Mnarani Beach Cottages have a pool?

Mnarani Beach Cottages features an outdoor pool.

Does Mnarani Beach Cottages have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Mnarani Beach Cottages have a spa?

This resort has a spa, which features deep-tissue massages, facials, and mani/pedis.

How close is Mnarani Beach Cottages to downtown Nungwi?

Mnarani Beach Cottages is 0.4 mi away from Nungwi.