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Zanzibar Retreat Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Aerial view
Traditional Double or Twin Room, Garden View | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Family Room, Multiple Beds | View from room
Executive Double or Twin Room, Ocean View | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • PoolPoolPool
  • On private beachOn private beachOn private beach
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

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Tanzania, TZ Zanzibar, Matemwe
  • Popular LocationMuyuni Beach6 min walk
  • Popular LocationKigomani Beach8 min drive
  • Popular LocationMnemba Island15 min drive
  • AirportZanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)76 min drive

Room options

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Family Room, Multiple Beds | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Family Room, Multiple Beds

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Double or Twin Room, Ocean View | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Executive Double or Twin Room, Ocean View

  • 269 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Double or Twin Room, Ground Floor | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Traditional Double or Twin Room, Ground Floor

  • 194 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Traditional Double or Twin Room, Garden View | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Traditional Double or Twin Room, Garden View

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Exterior
The Zanzibari
On private beach
Pool
Hot Tub
Spa
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, (183)
The price is $101
per night
$162 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 6 - Jun 7
The Zanzibari

About the neighborhood

Matemwe

On the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Muyuni Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Kigomani Beach with a stay here. Pwani Mchangani Beach and Mnemba Island are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Muyuni Beach - 6 min walk
  • Kigomani Beach - 8 min drive
  • Pwani Mchangani Beach - 9 min drive
  • Mapenzi Beach - 15 min drive
  • Mnemba Island - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • Spice Restaurant - 14 min drive
  • Mohammed’s restaurant - 5 min drive
  • The Green & Grill - 12 min drive
  • The Jetty - 14 min drive
  • Villa Kiva Garden Restaurant - 11 min walk

About this property

Zanzibar Retreat Hotel

3-star beachfront hotel with outdoor pool
A private beach is featured. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, spa services, and a library are also featured at Zanzibar Retreat Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Matemwe hotel.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Dining venue
Zanzibar Retreat Hotel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages.

Languages

Danish, English, French, Norwegian, Swahili, Swedish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • 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 full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways (35 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Zanzibar Retreat Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra 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 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.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 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, mobile payments, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, cash, and mobile payments. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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 Zanzibar Retreat Hotel to the airport?

Zanzibar Retreat Hotel is 32.9 mi (76-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Zanzibar Retreat Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Zanzibar Retreat Hotel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge (per vehicle).

How close is Zanzibar Retreat Hotel to the beach?

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

Does Zanzibar Retreat Hotel offer free breakfast?

Zanzibar Retreat Hotel offers free full breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Zanzibar Retreat Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Zanzibar Retreat Hotel?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Zanzibar Retreat Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Zanzibar Retreat Hotel have a pool?

Zanzibar Retreat Hotel features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Zanzibar Retreat Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Zanzibar Retreat Hotel have a spa?

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

How close is Zanzibar Retreat Hotel to downtown Matemwe?

Zanzibar Retreat Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Matemwe.

Zanzibar Retreat Hotel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 8 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
Very attentive staff and owners . Everyone was friendly and helpful . The setting is truly a peaceful retreat and the food is delicious .
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is paradise. The staff are sweet and attentive. The rooms are clean and well equipped. The restaurant serves delicious food and has a great bar and wine selection. The beach is pure joy. I will return!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A fantastic little gem!
We had booked this little hotel for six nights, but as soon as we stepped into the veranda/bar/restaurant we felt that we could stay forever...so booked another six nights directly, without even seeing our room. But we did not regret it!. This is a a hotel with all small details that makes you feel at home; for example a beach basket with towels and sun hats in every room. And as a Swedish person I loved the 'fika' every afternoon at 4 o'clock :-) Finally - the food...was delicious! I don't remember how many times I had the mango/avocado/shrimp salad or the tuna steak. If you are out for a cosy small hotel (only 14 rooms I think), on a fantastic beach, just book!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cécile Elisabeth

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
hotel très bien situé ; personnel agréable et prévenant
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

anna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mysigt litet hotell direkt på stranden
Fantastiskt mysigt litet hotell mitt på den vackra långa vita stranden i Matemwe. Smakfullt inredda rum, mysigt i restaurang och lounge, lugn och skön miljö. Jättetrevlig personal och ägare gör stämningen inbjudande och familjär. Supergod mat och frukost. God fika Kl 16 varje dag är en så trevlig sak som gästerna bjuds på varje dag. På rummen finns även en fin sarong, strandhandduk, solhatt och strandväska att låna medan man är där. En riktig oas att längta tillbaka till!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023