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Situated in Utende, 7.7 km from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Basecamp Mafía Island features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area. Boasting a concierge service, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a business centre and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, the rooms have a wardrobe and a balcony with a garden view. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, some rooms at Basecamp Mafía Island also feature a sea view. All rooms at the accommodation have air conditioning and a desk. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At Basecamp Mafía Island you will find a restaurant serving African and Italian cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. Mafia Island Airport is 12 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Breakfast info

Continental, Italian, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, American, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
7.8
Location
10
High score for Utende

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Anne
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Beautiful resort. The location is amazing, my room even had ocean view. The food is fantastic, every day was a celebration and surprise. Which for me as a vegan is quite hard to find usually, even in Europe. Let's not forget about the staff....
  • Eric
    France France
    Un bel établissement, parfaitement équipé avec une équipe au petits soins, une jolie déco … bravo. On se sent bien. La cuisine est excellente, parfaitement préparée, plein de petits détails qui montrent que la direction veut vous recevoir au mieux.
  • Jean
    France France
    Les chambres sont spacieuses avec des lits King size et des doubles douches . Le club de plongée est situé à 100 mètres au bord de la mer
  • Eliana
    Côte d'Ivoire Côte d'Ivoire
    The location, the calmness, the mood! Everything ♥️
  • Miriam
    Brazil Brazil
    Gostei de tudo, as instalações, das pessoas, da comida, tudo muito perfeito!
  • Harald
    Germany Germany
    Die Lage der Lodge ist fantastisch – direkt am Strand und perfekt für Strand- und Meeresliebhaber. Besonders als Taucher haben wir die Nähe zu zwei großartigen Tauchbasen sehr geschätzt. Das Personal war überaus freundlich, und auch die Besitzerin...
  • Wendy
    United States United States
    The staff and management was wonderful. Super attentive to all of our needs. The food was excellent!
  • Georg
    Germany Germany
    Diesmal die Bewertung der Kinder (zweites Zimmer): Ganz toll gewesen Ganz wichtig: Mafia Island ist ein Paradies für Taucher! Außerdem gibt es in den Sommermonaten organisierte/überwachte Schildkrötenschlüpf-Termine - ganz toll und auch gut...
  • Mohamed
    Oman Oman
    The location is excellent. The rooms were old but comfortable. Internet available in common areas. Beautiful beach bar recently built? Caters to individual food taste.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      African • Italian
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Basecamp Mafía Island
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

View

  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Activities

  • Live music/performance
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Beach
  • Entertainment staff
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site

Living Area

  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
    Additional charge
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

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

    Transport

    • Public transport tickets
      Additional charge

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Concierge service
    • Tour desk
    • Currency exchange
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • 24-hour front desk

    Cleaning services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Trouser press
      Additional charge
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Business facilities

    • Fax/photocopying
    • Business centre
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key card access
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box

    General

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Mosquito net
    • Wake-up service
    • Car hire
    • Packed lunches
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Wake up service/Alarm clock

    Accessibility

    • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
    • Entire unit located on ground floor

    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!

    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool with view
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Sun umbrellas

    Wellness

    • Full body massage
    • Hand massage
    • Head massage
    • Couples massage
    • Foot massage
    • Neck massage
    • Back massage
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Spa facilities
    • Sun umbrellas
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa and wellness centre
      Additional charge

    Languages spoken

    • English
    • Italian
    • Swahili

    House rules
    Basecamp Mafía Island takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 00:00
    Check-out
    From 10:00 to 10:30
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
    Groups
    When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardUnionPay credit cardCash
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about Basecamp Mafía Island

    • Room options at Basecamp Mafía Island include:

      • Double
      • Twin
      • Family
    • Check-in at Basecamp Mafía Island is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

    • Basecamp Mafía Island has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1
    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • The prices at Basecamp Mafía Island may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Basecamp Mafía Island is 250 yards from the centre of Utende. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Basecamp Mafía Island offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Spa and wellness centre
      • Massage
      • Snorkelling
      • Fishing
      • Beachfront
      • Spa facilities
      • Live music/performance
      • Foot massage
      • Walking tours
      • Back massage
      • Beach
      • Full body massage
      • Temporary art galleries
      • Spa lounge/relaxation area
      • Swimming Pool
      • Head massage
      • Happy hour
      • Neck massage
      • Movie nights
      • Entertainment staff
      • Themed dinner nights
      • Private beach area
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Couples massage
      • Spa/wellness packages
      • Hand massage