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Kinasi Lodge

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront lodge with windsurfing

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Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Sea View, Sea Facing | Exterior
Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View, Sea Facing | Exterior
Private beach, beach massages, windsurfing, beach bar
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • On private beach
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Plot 1, Utende, P.O. Box 18033, Mafia Island, Pwani
  • Utende Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Kilindoni Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Kilindoni (MFA-Mafia)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Sea View, Sea Facing | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Sea View, Sea Facing

  • 645 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Double Room, Sea View

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View, Sea Facing | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View, Sea Facing

  • 645 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Suite, Partial Ocean View

  • 646 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Partial Sea View, Garden Area | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Partial Sea View, Garden Area

  • 645 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Triple Room, Garden View

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Sea View, Garden Area | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Sea View, Garden Area

  • 645 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Mafia Island

On the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Utende Beach and 9 miles (15 km) of Kilindoni Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Utende Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kilindoni Beach - 16 min drive - 9.5 miles

Getting around

  • Kilindoni (MFA-Mafia) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mafia Lodge Beach Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Swahili Lounge Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ramblers restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mafia Fried Chicken - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Waves - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Kinasi Lodge

3.5-star beachfront lodge with windsurfing
Simply step outside to unwind on the lodge's beach. At Kinasi Lodge, pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa or have fun in the sun with activities like windsurfing and sailing.

Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach lodge also offers an outdoor pool, a health club, and a hot tub. Free self parking is available. The property offers extended parking privileges.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Mafia Island lodge.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • 1076 sq ft of conference space
  • 100 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1995
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Kinasi Lodge offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature washers/dryers and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available.
The onsite spa has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include sports massages, Swedish massages, and Thai massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Languages

English, French, Italian

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat and paddles
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sail boat
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment
  • Windsurfing

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 2 PM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Kinasi Lodge

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 30 per vehicle (one way)
  • 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, 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
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 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Kinasi
Kinasi Lodge
Kinasi Lodge Mafia Island
Kinasi Mafia Island
Kinasi Hotel Mafia Island
Kinasi Lodge Lodge
Kinasi Lodge Mafia Island
Kinasi Lodge Lodge Mafia Island

Frequently asked questions

How close is Kinasi Lodge to the airport?

Kinasi Lodge is 8.1 mi (13-min drive) away from the Kilindoni (MFA-Mafia) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Kinasi Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Kinasi Lodge offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of USD 30 per vehicle, one way.

How close is Kinasi Lodge to the beach?

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

Does Kinasi Lodge offer free breakfast?

Kinasi Lodge offers free full breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Kinasi Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Kinasi Lodge?

Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Kinasi Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Kinasi Lodge have a pool?

Kinasi Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Kinasi Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Kinasi Lodge have a spa?

This lodge has a spa, which features Thai massages, body treatments, and facials.

How close is Kinasi Lodge to downtown Mafia Island?

Kinasi Lodge is 9.6 mi away from Mafia Island.

Kinasi Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lali

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rob, Nairobi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful location

Beautiful location, fabulous staff, great food. The beach is cut from the Mangrove, so don't expect miles of white sand. But the diving is excellent, and the dive crew, boat and facilities really accommodating and helpful. We came in low season, and had the place to ourselves, which was an extra privilege. The staff went out of their way to make us feel cared for. A wonderful place to stay. Thanks, Kinasi. We will be back. R+S
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Go before it gets developed

Amazing place

10/10 Excellent

josey, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome hotel and holiday. Lovely staff and place

Great amenities Lovely room Just take some spray for the mosquitos at night. They have good nets and coils but you need a bit more. Great hairdryers in the room - rare in most hotels Hot water You can drink from the tap The view and ambience totally relaxed us. The staff were great

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing getaway hotel

The hotel was very good in helping to put a plan together for different activities to make the most of my stay there. Very good hotel, on a quiet and secluded beach with very comfy hammocks!!! Would suggest that fellow travellers go "full-board" as there are not many other food options available.

10/10 Excellent

George, Baltimore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kinasi Lodge Undiscovered Jewel On Mafia Island

Magnificent setting on the Indian Ocean. 14 bungalows, dive/snorkeling center, excellent dining room, lovely lounge/bar/library. Great swimming pool and beach. A quiet retreat, especially after dusty, arduous mainland safari. Total relaxation. Grand service. Quiet, quiet, quiet. If you are looking for "action", forget it. If you want comfort, service and relaxation, it's worth every penny.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Petit déjeuner copieux. Ambiance décontractée. Personnel souriant.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Roeland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place to relax with very friendly staff. Whether at the bar, in the kitchen or the crew running the activities/dive shop, they are all trying to make your stay as comfortable as they can. Had some great boat trips for snorkeling, picknick on a sandbank and a turtle hatching trip.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Petsche, Deutschland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hervorragender Service

Ich habe in der Kinasi Lodge einige wunderbare Tage verbracht. Überzeugt haben mich der Service, die excellente Essen und die liebevoll eingerichteten Zimmer. Das Angebot an Aktivitäten mit Tauchen, Sportangeln und Ausflügen war ebenfalls überzeugend.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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