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Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa

Property class: 4
4-star beachfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools

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A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and thatched-roof huts.
A resort with thatched-roof buildings, a central swimming pool, and palm trees.
A beachside restaurant with wooden furniture, wicker hanging lamps, and a view of the sea.
An aerial view of a beach with clear turquoise waters and white sand, surrounded by dense green foliage.
A wooden deck with two cushioned chairs, a woven hanging light fixture, and a view of the beach.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Matemwe, Mnazi Mrefu, Matemwe
  • Place, Muyuni Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Nungwi Beach
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Place, Kendwa Beach
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪73 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Triple Room

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a mirror, and a view of the outdoor balcony.

Superior Triple Room

  • Ocean view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ocean View

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a mirror, and a view of the outdoor balcony.

Superior Double Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room

Junior Suite, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Luxury Villa

A cozy living room with a wooden table, chairs, a TV, and a large window with a view.

Luxury Villa

  • Ocean view
  • 1238 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

A room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

A room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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A room with a bed, a bench, a large window, and a view of the outdoors.

Panoramic Room

  • Ocean view
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Matemwe

Beachfront retreat .At this Matemwe hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Muyuni Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Kigomani Beach. Also, Matemwe is within 3 miles (5 km) and Pwani Mchangani Beach is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Muyuni Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kigomani Beach - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 16 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Nungwi Beach - 40 min drive - 15.7 miles
  • Kendwa Beach - 42 min drive - 15.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Kasha boutique hotel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Spice Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Marlin Local Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sunshine Marine Lodge - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Jua Grill - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa

4-star beachfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools
Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities like umbrellas and sun loungers. Cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools at Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa, and enjoy summer activities like kayaking.

Free breakfast is served daily. 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. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Matemwe hotel.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2021
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa offers 13 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. A pillow menu is available. This Matemwe hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. In-room massages, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are couples treatment room(s) available. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages, and facials.

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  • Spa
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Books
  • Canoeing
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Kayaking

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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.

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 49 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 141-121-715

Property is also known as

Marafiki Beach & Spa Matemwe
Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa Hotel
Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa Matemwe
Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa Hotel Matemwe

Frequently asked questions

How close is Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa to the airport?

Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa is 32.3 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 Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa?

As of Nov 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa on Nov 13, 2026 start from $146, 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 Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa have an airport shuttle?

Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of USD 49 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa to the beach?

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

Does Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa offer free breakfast?

Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa features 2 outdoor pools.

Does Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer Swedish massages, body wraps, and body scrubs.

How close is Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa to downtown Matemwe?

Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa is 0.4 mi away from Matemwe.

Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location right on the beach. Staff was very nice and accommodating. Food was very good. Nice pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was first rate. Would highly recommend a peaceful relaxing stay in the panoramic room
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the place. If you stay, bring gently used shoes, hygiene products, soccer balls, little toys….anything to help the people that live in the near by village. All the staff treated us so good.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We spent quite a lot of time on our balcony with an amazing sea view. The room was great too, and the staff welcoming and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely calm hotel with fantastic staff

Lovely quiet & calm hotel that is very modern & welcoming. The staff are really friendly, food is fantastic & the option of a different offering at the pool bar is really good. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a perfect place for me and my husband to relax for our first dives vacation days. Staff is amazing: friendly and always happy. They have some activities everyday, and even organized a cooking class for the day we left once they got to know we would like to go. Our flight arrived in the middle of the night and we got to check-in 5 am and got breakfast once we woke up. This was not extra charged, which was extremely nice. I believe that as it was low season it affected for that being possible as there were rooms available. Food in the restaurant and on the other side of the hotel in a beach bar is very good and tasty. It's really great that they have dishes for the day: starter, soup, main course and dessert, these ones you can't find on the menu. That makes it even more variety for the food, and with cocktail of the day it was easy to try something new every day. They organized a swahili dinner in a different Marafiki location one day and that was great also. Oh and the breakfast...THE BEST. You get to choose your dishes from the list and they make it for you. I'm a real breakfast person so I was SO happy with having a breakfast like this. Even on the days we left diving early, before the breakfast started, they made our breakfast from the list as we wanted. Going to return to Zanzibar for sure, and we're going to choose you again. We even heard this is a adults only hotel, which is great! Thanks a lot!
Tuna tataki and mango-avocado-tomato tartar.
Quesadilla
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Meget bra mat, både frokost og middag. Gode råvarer. Et gratis aktivitetstilbud hver dag (yoga, landsbyvandring,korallrev fra stranden osv). Supert opphold!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
När vi blev matförgiftade på hotellet så svarade manager att det kan vara mediciner eller andra sjukdomar och trodde oss inte.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Goede bar (ook direct aan het strand), prima kamer en heel vriendelijk en behulpzaam personeel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alojamiento ideal en primera linea de playa. El bungalow con vistas al mar es increíble, super bien decorado y con una terraza espectacular. Desayuno muy variado y completísimo. El staff super atento en todo momento. Además, organizan actividades complementarias todos los días. El único pero es que los precios del restaurante son un poco elevados en comparación con los de alrededor. Igualmente, todo fue genial.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Allt man kan önska för en avslappnad semester

Fantastiskt fint hotellkomplex precis vid den långa vita stranden, två jätte fräscha poolområden och en restaurang som serverade jättegod mat, både till frukost lunch och middag. Frukost menyn var kanon., kan varmt rekommendera avokado toasten. Otroligt gästvänlig personal, kom gärna tillbaka.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Très bel hôtel (décoration de bon gout) donnant sur la plage, piscine agréable, transat confortable, personnel attentionné et très aimable Il faut aimer le calme : rien à faire à part des balades sur la plage (qui est magnifique)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025