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Maji Lodge - private paradise exclusively for you, your family and friends

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Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap
On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedroomsSleeps 111938 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Matemwe, Zanzibar North Region
  • Place, Muyuni Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Kigomani Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Nungwi Beach
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪71 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Matemwe

On the beach.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Matemwe vacation home, you'll find Muyuni Beach and Kigomani Beach. Pwani Mchangani Beach and Mapenzi Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Muyuni Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kigomani Beach - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 16 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Kendwa Beach - 37 min drive - 14.1 miles
  • Nungwi Beach - 37 min drive - 15.0 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Green & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Mzee Husa Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Andiamo - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Zanziblue - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sunshine Marine Lodge - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Maji Lodge - private paradise exclusively for you, your family and friends

Maji Lodge - private paradise exclusively for you, your family and friends

*Full privacy
*Right on the beach
*Swimming pool
*Comfortable up to 11 guests
*4 bedrooms
*4 private bathrooms
*Private garden and beach
*Full service on request: chef service, supply of food products and drinks, car rental, customized excursions, airport transport

Located on a beautiful white sandy beach in the quiet fishing village of Matemwe on the north east side of Zanzibar you will find Maji Lodge nestled amongst swaying palms offering breathtaking ocean views.
We offer four spacious, comfortable rooms that can accommodate up to 11 guests with en-suite bathrooms facilities, equipped kitchen, a spacious open plan common living room. All that flows out to a shady porch and our tropical beautiful garden where guest can take in cool ocean breezes from the comfort of our sun deck or plunge into the semi shaded pool with a shallow area for children.


The whole house along with all amenities together with a private beach - garden and swimming pool will be only at disposal of our guests. Price includes maid services, bath & beach towels, bed linen, 24/7 security, local phone, free WI-FI connection, games, books and some water equipment.

Our rooms:

1. Big family room – beautiful ocean view! Up to 4 people – one king bed and two single beds all draped with a mosquito net. Featuring ceiling and standing fan, private bathroom with shower, hot water, hand soap, shower gel, shampoo, bath towels and hairdryer.

2. Triple room - up to 3 people. One double bed and one single bed all draped with a mosquito net. Featuring ceiling and standing fan, private bathroom with shower, hot water, hand soap, shower gel, shampoo, bath towels and hairdryer.

3. Double room – one double bed draped with a mosquito net. Featuring ceiling and standing fan, private bathroom with shower, hot water, hand soap, shower gel, shampoo, bath towels and hairdryer.

4. Double room – one double bed draped with a mosquito net. Featuring ceiling and standing fan, private bathroom with shower, hot water, hand soap, shower gel, shampoo, bath towels and hairdryer.

Our house is perfect for groups of friends and families. Children are most welcome! Thanks to low tides kids can play in a very shallow water with no worries of going too deep and can enjoy the ubiquitous white sands. For those seeking shaded area and fresh waters we offer a spacious swimming pool with shallow area for children. For the smallest ones we prepared a shaded playground with swings.

On extra cost we can customize your stay providing private chef, supply of food and drinks, car rental with/without driver, daily trips and sightseeing, organizing special events like family celebration, anniversary etc.

There is a House Manager to great you, take care of you, answer your needs and requests on daily basis. Most of the year we live nearby too so we will be happy to assist you in any needs you may have in person. Karibu sana! We look forward to meet you!!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car available
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Fan

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed only outside the house.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,938 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Smoking allowed only outside the house.

Important information

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events are allowed on site. 

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Maji Lodge - private paradise exclusively for you, your family and friends to the airport?

This vacation home is 33 mi (83-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Maji Lodge - private paradise exclusively for you, your family and friends have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Maji Lodge - private paradise exclusively for you, your family and friends to the beach?

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

Does Maji Lodge - private paradise exclusively for you, your family and friends offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Maji Lodge - private paradise exclusively for you, your family and friends?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Maji Lodge - private paradise exclusively for you, your family and friends?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Maji Lodge - private paradise exclusively for you, your family and friends?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Maji Lodge - private paradise exclusively for you, your family and friends have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does Maji Lodge - private paradise exclusively for you, your family and friends have a spa?

This vacation home doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Maji Lodge - private paradise exclusively for you, your family and friends to downtown Matemwe?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Matemwe.

Maji Lodge - private paradise exclusively for you, your family and friends Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G., Oxford

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful villa at Matemwe

We had mostly unfortunate weather during our stay in Matemwe, which was a shame (and please note that the rain does not enter the villa, even during heavy storms, unlike one previous reviewer's comments). But the villa is stunning, Matemwe as a location is the least spoilt and developed of all the main beaches in the north of Zanzibar, and Natalia is a wonderful host. The photos don't really do it justice. The beachfront location means that when the sun is out, the best place to be is lying on the deck just above the beach. Do visit Stone Town and especially the night market (don't bother with Prison Island). Do take a boat trip for the amazing snorkelling. And do visit a spice farm (Big Body spice farm was great).
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yunus K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise

The word Paradise sums up the description for this property. The location directly on the beach is unparalleled. There are plenty of places to eat in walking distance as well as some water sports and massage places. The property manager and chef took great care of us and made sure everything was taken care of. Checkin & checkout were seemless.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Nigel M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible location

The property is literally on the beach, the most incredible location , very quiet and tranquil. Swimming pool, lounger chairs overlooking the beach. You can walk along the beach, there are a few places to have lunch/ drinks within 5-10 mins. The chef is amazing and cooks the most incredible meals for you. Check in very easy and very helpful host. One point to note is the house does not have any windows , so if you are there in rainy season like we were it can get very damp and our clothes and shoes were all covered in mould as they could not air and no cupboards. The verandah is also unusable in the rain as it floods. Note the floor indoors and outdoors is very slippery and not suitable for toddlers, our little one had some very bad falls. Overall the most amazing location but just few points as mentioned to note depending on time of travel!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tobias B.

Liked: Cleanliness

5 days on the beach, with a full service on demand

We had a wonderful stay at the Maji Lodge. The location of the house is fantastic and the staff was very friendly and helpful. Overall, the house is well kept and offered all amenities we needed. Some parts of the house, like the sun deck or the kitchen, would deserve some renovations, though. Our entire family has greatly enjoyed the stay and we think the quality/price ratio is still very good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful hideaway

We had a lovely time at Maji Lodge. The staff were fantastic and made the whole stay very easy. The food provided was delicious and we enjoyed many meals cooked for us at the villa. The beach setting was stunning and further places to eat and drink were a short walk away. Natalia was very helpful in the lead up, organising the airport transfers and answering the many questions we had. It was a beautiful, quiet and relaxing holiday in a lovely villa and stunning location. Thanks you to all the staff at Maji Lodge.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rares George S.

Private villa on stunning beach

We (4 couples) had a wonderful time in Natalia's villa in Matemwe. There are restaurants nearby on the beach if you want to order-in or eat out. The beach is stunning. Do take note that the low tide doesn't allow you to swim but you can always do a lengthy walk to the coral to watch marine life.

10/10 Excellent

Pat K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny & Chris G., London

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas in Paradise

The house is gorgeous in its simplicity. And the grounds are
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

melanie c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradisiaque

Très belle maison sur plage de sable blanc ! Natalia nous à donné de très bons conseils , très sympathique, elle nous a même organisé notre activité de plongée sous marine... Les personnes qui travaillent à la maison sont très avenantes ,à l'écoute, et aussi d'une très grande gentillesse.... Nous avons très bien mangé et en grande quantité.( Je conseille le barbecue !). Nous nous sommes rendu compte, que le gardien était aussi attentif à notre bien être sur la plage aussi (il est vraiment adorable). Nous avons profité des messages proposés le jour de notre arrivée, ce qui était très très agréable. Beaucoup de choses sont mises à la disposition pour notre confort ( chaussures pour la Mer, crème solaire, eau potable gratuite...). Le cadre est idyllique !!! Beaucoup d'espaces ombragés et très belle terrasse pour se reposer. La température de la piscine est agréable. Merci à tous !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Delphine C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Le paradis

Nous avons passé des vacances merveilleuses ! La maison est paradisiaque et tout le staff au petit soin !! Un vrai paradis
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bernhard T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Empfehlendswert

Schöne kleine Villa, sehr nettes Personal und top Strand vor der Türe. Genau das richtige zum abschalten. Viele Grüße an die Maji Lodge.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christophe S., Luanda, Angola

Awesome stay in Majilodge !!! Do not hesitate to spend there holidays in family or with friends !!!

A lovely property with lush vegetation, a superb terrace overlooking the beach and the ocean (exactly as on the picture). Beautiful, comfortable and spacious house on the beach. The 4 bedrooms are very large with their own bathroom and toilet. Large double living room, very practical kitchen, table for meals on shaded outdoor terrace. Natalia and Michal are always available to help or advise. They arrange everything for you (cleaning, food shopping, snorkling excursions, airport transfers, taxi booking, massages). Snorkling equipment, some children's beach items are available. The staff present (guard / maintenance) on the spot is discreet and efficient. Cleaning is done regularly, the house is very clean. A chef is available on request and cooks very well and adapts to your desires. Several restaurants are accessible by the beach (1 to 6 minutes walk) but beware, some do not offer any alcoholic beverages. Note that Matemwe is 60 to 90 minutes drive from the main town of Stone Town, I would not recommend Majilodge to people who want holidays with a day and night life animated (pubs, nightclub ...). And we HIGHLY recommend Natalia and Michal's house to those wishing to relax with family or friends in Zanzibar. We had a wonderful stay with friends with children in Majilodge. Many thanks to Natalia for her kindness and availability.

8/10 Good

Elie G.

Lodge au bord de l'eau

Séjour globalement satisfaisant, accueil chaleureux et équipe sympa et aux petits soins. Donne directement sur une jolie plage propre. Lodge propre et bien aménagé. 2 bons Restaurants à proximité. Possibilité de visites avec Natalia ou auprès de beach Boy. Quelques coupures d'électricité le soir.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

rosa d.

maison très agréable, décorée avec soin

Très belle et grande maison donnant directement sur la magnifique plage de Matemwe. Nous étions 3 familles avec 6 enfants et nous étions vraiment à l'aise, les chambres sont spacieuses avec chacune sa salle de bain privee. Tout est fait pour rendre le séjour agréable, les propriétaires sont aux petits soins et disponibles au moindre problème.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017