Located off the North-East coast of Zanzibar, in the Matemwe area, Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar offers a beautiful white sandy beach, overlooking a magnificent turquoise lagoon.
Cathy
United Kingdom
Lovely hotel, comfortable, with friendly staff. Lovely bar and restaurant.
Beach very close by, but not really usable for swimming as there are lots of rocks just off the beach and boats moored up in the morning, although good for sunbathing.
Situated in Matemwe, AHG Dream's Bay Beach Hotel - Adults Only offers 4-star accommodation with a private beach area, free bikes and an outdoor swimming pool.
Szabolcs
Hungary
Kitchen is #1, room was really great, staff & manager very kind. I can just recommend it. To swim read low and high tide -as everywhere- sea was also great.
Located in Matemwe, 300 metres from Matemwe Beach, Jafferji Beach Retreat, provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
Pamela
United Kingdom
The room was what l imagined. Big, clean and well decorated.
Staff were amazing always happy to help.
The food was always fresh.
Situated directly on a picturesque beach in Matemwe, Panga Chumvi Beach Resort features an on-site restaurant, swimming pool, massage services, bicycle rentals, and free Wi-Fi access throughout the...
Danielle
United Kingdom
Lovely place. Good value for money and the staff are very kind. Stunning area.
Located on Matemwe Beach, Marafiki Beach Hotel & SPA offers accommodation with a bar, a swimming pool, a garden and a 24-hour front desk for your convenience.
Paula
Germany
The hotel is located right at the beach and it’s very quite and calm around there. The in- and exterior is warmly decorated and has a lot of charm to it.
We loved the great service, the food and the little activities (e.g. cooking class, village walk, live music sunset) offered by the staff without extra charge.
Situated in Matemwe, a few steps from Matemwe Beach, Alladin Boutique Beach Hotel and SPA Zanzibar features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
Josefine
Sweden
We stayed at the hotel for 12 nights and enjoyed every single day. The staff, service, food, and the hotel itself were absolutely wonderful. What stood out the most was the service—they did everything to make our stay exceptional. We can’t wait to come back!
Thank you Leigh and your team.
Featuring 3 swimming pools, a dive centre, and a restaurant, Sunshine Marine Lodge is situated on a cliff overlooking the Indian Ocean and Mnemba Atoll, in a wild and unspoiled bush, far away from...
David
Norway
Location is absolutely stunning - overlooking Mnemba island. Facilities are stunningly beautiful. Staff are above and beyond. Food was excellent - very tasty and they even have seriously good strong coffee here.
Rating is given staying in ocean front deluxe (room 2) which is literally 4m from the ocean - highly recommended. Great onsite dive center with great staff and good boat they use to go to the dive sites. Massage at the spa was awesome.
All in all one of the best places we have ever stayed.
Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Zanzibar Retreat Hotel is located in Matemwe, a 10 seconds walk from the beach. Free WiFi access is available.
Cillian
United Kingdom
Everything.
A warm welcome from owner Jan, very clean and comfortable rooms, excellent food, great facilities and ideally located right on the beach.
Offering a year-round outdoor pool ,a spa centre and a diving centre in the neighbouring hotel, Zanzibar Queen Hotel is set in Matemwe in the Zanzibar Region.
Salama & Mbuyuni Bungalows features a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a garden and bar in Matemwe. Each room comes with a patio. At the hotel, the rooms are fitted with a wardrobe.
Katherine
United Kingdom
From the moment we walked through the gate we felt relaxed and happy in the beautiful jungle oasis that it is. Staff all lovely, felt very cared for, space to chill but lots to do nearby on this amazing diverse island. Maria and Paco could not be more helpful with organising trips and local info.
Located off the North-East coast of Zanzibar, in the Matemwe area, Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar offers a beautiful white sandy beach, overlooking a magnificent turquoise lagoon.
Quiet, lovely friendly staff, good food, beautiful beach
Overlooking white-sand beaches and the crystalline waters of the Indian Ocean, SeVi Boutique Hotel is situated at the north-east coast of Zanzibar, by the fishing village of Kigomani.
Small size, extremely friendly staff, relaxed vibe.
Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel is located in Matemwe, 7 km from Dive Spot and has an outdoor swimming pool. Each accommodation at the 4-star hotel has sea views and free WiFi.
Peaceful, magical place surrounded by an almost botanical garden.
Situated directly on a picturesque beach in Matemwe, Panga Chumvi Beach Resort features an on-site restaurant, swimming pool, massage services, bicycle rentals, and free Wi-Fi access throughout the...
good quiet location , nice breakfast and staff . big rooms
Located along its own private sandy beach in Matemwe, Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel features large gardens and an outdoor pool. It is 45 km from Stone Town, and offers a restaurant and free Wi-Fi.
Nice hotel at a nice location. We would go back again
Situated in Matemwe, a few steps from Matemwe Beach, Zanzibar Pearl - Boutique Hotel & Villas features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.
Hervorragend geführtes Hotel mit familiärer Atmosphäre.
Facing the beachfront, AHG Sun Bay Mlilile Beach Hotel offers 4-star accommodation in Matemwe and has an outdoor swimming pool, garden and private beach area.
Views, beach, staff, food, drinks, pool were all amazing
Overlooking the Indian Ocean and located in the secluded beach strip of Matemwe, Che Che Vule by SeVi Exclusive Beach Villa offers a swimming pool and a private kitchen chef.
Sunny Villa Matemwe has an outdoor swimming pool, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Matemwe. 90 metres from Matemwe Beach and 45 km from Peace Memorial Museum, the hotel offers a range of water sports...
Beautiful enclosed property with nice spacious design
Set in Matemwe, 200 metres from Matemwe Beach, Zanoceanique Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
The staff are so nice and friendly
Breakfast never had more options
Set 7 km from Dive Spot, Zanzibar Bahari Villas offers 4-star accommodation in Matemwe and has an outdoor swimming pool, barbecue facilities and a garden.
Buffet, very satisfying. Staff was extremely helpful.
The Seles Boutique Hotel are located in Matemwe. The open-air restaurant has views of the ocean and serves local Swahili cuisine and fresh sea food. Free WiFi access is available.
lovely place with concerts and Dj set.
very peaceful!
Situated in Matemwe, a few steps from Matemwe Beach, HEBE Bungalows Lodge features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a shared lounge.
the way you cerebrated my husbands birthday!! Asante sana
Set in Matemwe, 600 metres from Matemwe Beach, Holiday Time Bungalows Zanzibar offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.
Tot. Propietaris molt amables i el seu equip també.
Situated in Matemwe, AHG Dream's Bay Beach Hotel - Adults Only offers 4-star accommodation with a private beach area, free bikes and an outdoor swimming pool.
Tout était parfait (chambre, piscine, restaurant…)
Located in Matemwe, 300 metres from Matemwe Beach, Jafferji Beach Retreat, provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
Food was great, staff was good, Ambiance was great
FAQs about hotels in Matemwe
On average, 3-star hotels in Matemwe cost £95 per night, and 4-star hotels in Matemwe are £157 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Matemwe can on average be found for £137 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Matemwe this weekend is £71 or, for a 4-star hotel, £172. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Matemwe for this weekend cost on average around £211 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
On average, it costs £51 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Matemwe for tonight. You'll pay on average around £152 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Matemwe will cost around £300 (based on Booking.com prices).
Matemwe beach was huge and totally uncrowded - some days we...
Matemwe beach was huge and totally uncrowded - some days we were lucky to see 10 - 20 people pass by! Loved the Massai beach hawkers - friendly and laid back happy to have their pictures taken - no hassle or relentless chasing - once told 'no' they respected our space. Recommend a day trip to Nungwi for a completely different vibe and fantastic sunset. Matemwe is somewhat isolated and if you want to get around you need to secure the number of a local taxi driver - always bargain hard beforehand. Most hotels organise trips/tours but at a premium.
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Anonymous
Scored 8.0
8.0
It was a quieter beach which was nice which also meant not...
It was a quieter beach which was nice which also meant not too many people hassling you to buy things. Those that did were respectful. Beach is nice but the sea depth is very shallow most of the day so swimming wasn't the easiest and there was a lot of seaweed when we were there.
Kevin
Australia
Scored 6.0
6.0
It’s very quiet, very few non hotel restaurants, overpriced...
It’s very quiet, very few non hotel restaurants, overpriced food everywhere, can’t swim in the sea unless you don’t mind knee deep water. There’s no town, or town centre outside the beach hotels, so a long stay would be challenging if you want more than just lounging by the hotel pool.
Aodhan
Ireland
Scored 8.0
8.0
Matemwe and its area is a quiet place where you can relax...
Matemwe and its area is a quiet place where you can relax and enjoy the beach, the activities (snorkeling, swimming with dolphins) especially if you are a couple, because the village is not very full of enterteinments or night parties.
federico.sm.photographer
Italy
Scored 10
10
The Location, The hotel it self and design plus the exterior...
The Location, The hotel it self and design plus the exterior is just beautiful. The most important was the staff...all levels from front desk to restaurant/kitchen...very professional and the hospitality is the best. What ever you request...they will make sure you get it...!
Kaa1265
United Kingdom
Scored 10
10
Crystal clear water - despite there being sea urchins - if...
Crystal clear water - despite there being sea urchins - if you have rock/ aqua shoes - you can still swim and explore the waters and reefs.
The beaches are a lot quieter and peaceful than the busier beaches up north.
The tides are also fascinating to watch- you can walk out to the reefs and cycle along the beaches when they go out!
kerry
South Africa
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Everything!!!!
The best service ever! The best hotel in zanzibar!
The hotel is next to the beach. The beach is less for swimming because of many seaweed.
The hotel is beautiful, new, clean, modern, and there is also a spa.
They sang to us happy anniversary and surprised with chocolate cake.
Also the bed was well organized and in the room we found sparkling wine!
The view from the room is outstading, especially during sunrise.
The area is not crowded as other part of Zanzibar and for us it was perfect!
The food was very good!
We had a very pleasant and relaxing stay at Mambo Paradise. The location is amazing, as it’s right off the beach and you can go dolphin and snorkeling easily from there ❤️
The room was clean and the staff very kind and helpful. Kasia is an amazing host and everyone did their best to help us with our requests and make us feel very welcome.
The food was amazingly tasty and we highly recommend to try sea food as it’s freshly coming directly from the fish market, next to the hotel. .
It is located near a small village. the beach is in front of the hotel, it isn’t the best place to swim but it is the perfect place to see local life of the village people and the fish market. Great staff, very kind, friendly and helpful. The breakfast is delicious and very large. If you book the dinner, you can eat a dish (starter or main course) at lunch and the other at dinner. The food is very good! The room is very nice and big!
Marafiki Beach Hotel is the perfect place to relax. Located on a quiet part of the Matemwe beach it has the classic ‘take your shoes off and dive into a book’ vibe. Sun beds and tents located around the pool are really comfy to enjoy the sun or have a nap in the shade. As in the rest of Zanzibar the high/low tide changes the beach significantly, allowing for never ending morning strolls and afternoon swims (beware sea urchins).
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