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Marafiki Bungalows

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with calming spa services

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Outdoor pool
Aerial view
Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Latin American cuisine
Family Duplex, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View | Bathroom
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

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Map
Kumba Urembo, Kiwengwa, 2211
  • Popular LocationKiwengwa Beach6 min walk
  • Popular LocationPongwe Beach10 min drive
  • Popular LocationMapenzi Beach18 min drive
  • AirportZanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)65 min drive
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Room options

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Duplex, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

Family Duplex, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

Family Duplex, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 580 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Family Duplex, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Family Duplex, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Family Duplex, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 592 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Honeymoon Villa, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Honeymoon Villa, Non Smoking, Ocean View | Private pool

Honeymoon Villa, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 559 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 419 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Kiwengwa

Located in Kiwengwa, Marafiki Bungalows is on the beach. Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum) and House of Wonders are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sea Cliff Golf Course and Kidichi Spice Farm. Traveling with kids? Consider Siso Spice Farm and Kariakoo Amusement Park. Snorkeling offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours, horse riding, and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Kiwengwa Pongwe Forest - 1 min walk
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 6 min walk
  • Pongwe Beach - 10 min drive
  • Mapenzi Beach - 18 min drive
  • Muyuni Beach - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • Spice Restaurant - 10 min drive
  • Sipano Reastaurant - 2 min drive
  • The Green & Grill - 11 min drive
  • The Jetty - 10 min drive
  • Andiamo - 11 min drive

About this property

Marafiki Bungalows

Upscale family-friendly hotel near the bay
Located close to Kiwengwa Beach, Marafiki Bungalows provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach and beach massages. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site Latin American cuisine restaurant, Marafiki, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A front-desk safe, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Marafiki Bungalows offer comforts such as premium bedding and furnished balconies, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Highchairs and children's books
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Private yards, refrigerators, and electric kettles

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Polish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a 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 poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Marafiki

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Highchair
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony
  • Yard

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Up to 22 lbs per pet

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 45 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Marafiki Bungalows Hotel Kiwengwa, zanzibar North
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Frequently asked questions

Does Marafiki Bungalows have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access starts at 6:00 AM.

How much does it cost to stay at Marafiki Bungalows?

As of May 15, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marafiki Bungalows on May 23, 2024 start from CA $130.59, excluding 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.

Is Marafiki Bungalows pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet.

How much is parking at Marafiki Bungalows?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Marafiki Bungalows?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Marafiki Bungalows?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Marafiki Bungalows provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 45 per vehicle applies.

Where is Marafiki Bungalows located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kiwengwa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Kiwengwa Pongwe Forest and Kiwengwa Beach. Pongwe Beach is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Marafiki Bungalows Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend the Marafiki Beach Hotel & Spa In Zanzibar. Picturesque location on beautiful & luscious grounds with authentic sounds of nature, the feel of tranquility, and all your needs catered to by efficient & friendly staff. On our 1st day there, we arrived late in the day and the kitchen stayed open just to serve us a hot meal. Gorgeous Outdoor seating, which is always my preference, with bowls of locally grown fresh fruits and homemade breads prepared for us to share with one other. The beach was a few short steps away, along with free transport to another beach, and they easily orchestrated any day trip or excursion we could think of. A small bush baby made his way to dinner one evening for entertainment and sang us to sleep each night. Skinks galore in the lush gardens and Thursday night we were treated to live entertainment while we relaxed in the pool. And to top it off-on the last day, they packed up a nice breakfast to go, because they knew we were leaving on an early flight and would miss their yummy breakfast.

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you very much for accommodating our needs to shorten our stay from 4 nights to 3 nights. We enjoyed our stay very much, a perfect place to relax after our safari trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Andy

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
good : staff at the front desk were trying to help out . neutral : food in the restaurant was hit or miss , sometimes good , sometimes bad bad : I don't normally write bad reviews, but maybe they can do some improvements . there was a bad smell coming from the toilet , we were in room 7b , we turned on the a/c to mask the smell and I became sick with runny nose and flu like symptoms. They tried to switch us to another room , but they were fully booked and we got stuck in there 2 nights . They need to figure out where the smell is coming from.

10/10 Excellent

Ioan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lajos Zoltán

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The management did everything for us! This was my best holiday ever! The bungalows are amazing and unique! All the staff members are amazing! The food was fresh and so tasty! It was like a big family
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very peaceful hidden spot in Kiwengwa. This is definitely a location for those that want to be away from the hustle and bustle of a busier city center. We were able to go to tours from this location, with Stone Town being about an hour away, but we enjoyed spending time lying lazily by the pool. The restaurant had good food and the staff was very kind and accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Logan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommended boutique hotel
Extended stay for 1 more night due to attending diving course. Was moved to an even nicer room facing the ocean. Would highly recommend this boutique hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Logan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay in a nice boutique accomodation
Came as a solo traveller. Excellent service & accomodation in this chic boutique hotel. Would highly recommend another stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place is amazing with brilliant staff. There was a mix up with my room and double booked
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020