With sea views, Kinasi Lodge is located in Utende and has a restaurant, a shared lounge, bar, garden, outdoor pool and terrace. There's a private bathroom with shower in all units, along with free toiletries and a hairdryer. The lodge has a grill. Kinasi Lodge also provides a business center and free private parking. Hiking, canoeing and cycling are possible within the area, and the accommodation offers a private beach area. Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve is 4.4 miles from Kinasi Lodge. Mafia Island Airport is 6.8 miles from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
7.7
Location
9.2

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Elizabeth
    United States of America United States of America
    This is a very special place, the grounds are gorgeous, the staff is lovely, the room is beautiful and the food is excellent...Bravo!
  • Daniel
    South Africa South Africa
    Great rooms with delicious food. The Diving facilities and services were excellent.
  • Novella
    Italy Italy
    il punto dell'isola dove sorge il Lodge e come è concepito e distribuito sono veramente belli. Si entra in una dimensione di pace e bellezza. Cibo ottimo e personale super cortese. Il tutto unito ad una grande attenzione verso l'ambiente.
  • Jutta
    Germany Germany
    Alles war toll, vor allem das Personal sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit.
  • Fofana
    France France
    Super très bon repas équipe souriante très agréable
  • Bastien
    France France
    Du petit déjeuner au dîner en passant par le déjeuner c était excellent ! Les cocktails ainsi que les vins sont à des tarifs très raisonnables. Les prestations sont excellentes. La décoration sublime l’hôtel. L implantation des chambres dans l...
  • Soso
    France France
    Cadre magnifique. on se croirait au paradis. Les chambres sont belles et spacieuses, ainsi que les salles de bain. Le personnel est adorable, au petit soin. Connexion wifi bonne dans le lounge/restaurant/bar. Situation en plein coeur de la réserve...
  • Rob
    Netherlands Netherlands
    mooie ligging , super aardig personeel, leuke duikschool olv Johan (zuid-afrikaan).
  • Remo
    Switzerland Switzerland
    die Lage der Lodge ist gut, jedoch innerhalb des Marine Parks ( kosten für jeden Tag 24 Dollar/Pers. inkl. Steuern ), bei Eintritt separat zu bezahlen. Das Haus Riff zwischen Chole Island und der Lodge eignet sich gut für den täglichen...

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Kinasi Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Family rooms
  • Wifi
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

  • Sea view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Private beach area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Entertainment staff
  • Snorkeling
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Pool table
  • Game room
  • Fishing
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Food & Drink

  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and costs $5 per 24 hours.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Valet parking
  • Street parking

Front Desk Services

  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Car rental
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Accessibility

  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

    Spa

    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Foot bath
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Spa facilities
    • Body scrub
    • Body treatments
    • Pedicure
    • Manicure
    • Waxing services
    • Facial treatments
    • Beauty services
    • Beach umbrellas
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa
      Additional charge

    Languages Spoken

    • English
    • French
    • Italian

    House rules
    Kinasi Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Crib upon request
    Free

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBMaestroCash

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Marine Park fees are currently set at 20USD excl 18% VAT per adult per day.

    Please inform Kinasi Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    FAQs about Kinasi Lodge

    • Room options at Kinasi Lodge include:

      • Double
      • Twin
      • Apartment
    • Kinasi Lodge is 1,300 feet from the center of Utende. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Kinasi Lodge is from 7:00 AM, and check-out is until 6:00 PM.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Yes, Kinasi Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The prices at Kinasi Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Kinasi Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Spa
      • Massage
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Pool table
      • Game room
      • Snorkeling
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Beachfront
      • Evening entertainment
      • Body treatments
      • Beach
      • Facial treatments
      • Themed dinners
      • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
      • Swimming pool
      • Beauty services
      • Walking tours
      • Spa facilities
      • Bicycle rental
      • Manicure
      • Happy hour
      • Spa/Wellness packages
      • Water sports facilities on site
      • Waxing services
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Body scrub
      • Bike tours
      • Pedicure
      • Foot bath
      • Private beach area
      • Entertainment staff
    • Kinasi Lodge has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant