[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Clove Island Essence & SPA Beachside hotel with 2 outdoor pools ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112730000/112726300/112726213/98d8294f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112730000/112726300/112726213/b146694f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112730000/112726300/112726213/b77f268b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Villa, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112730000/112726300/112726213/a20d9b4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Villa, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112730000/112726300/112726213/e37a372d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies You can look forward to free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a restaurant at Clove Island Essence & SPA. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sun loungers. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Popular amenities - Pool - Spa - Breakfast included - Housekeeping - Laundry - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 9 - Oct. 10](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=112726213&PinnedHotelID=112726213&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=112726213&PinnedHotelID=112726213&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 10 - Oct. 11](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=112726213&PinnedHotelID=112726213&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=112726213&PinnedHotelID=112726213&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=112726213&PinnedHotelID=112726213&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=112726213&PinnedHotelID=112726213&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=112726213&PinnedHotelID=112726213&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=112726213&PinnedHotelID=112726213&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Villa, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112730000/112726300/112726213/b834df56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Villa, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View ### Highlights Balcony or patio Private hot tub Free cribs/infant beds Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Ceiling fan Separate bathtub and shower Bathrobes - 786 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Ocean view - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112730000/112726300/112726213/c14d90cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Studio Suite ### Highlights Balcony or patio Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Separate bedroom Rainfall showerhead Bathrobes Hair dryer Private bathroom - 377 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112730000/112726300/112726213/c14d90cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Exclusive Studio Suite ### Highlights Balcony or patio Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Separate bedroom Rainfall showerhead Bathrobes Hair dryer Private bathroom - 377 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![Luxury Studio Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112730000/112726300/112726213/54ef7919.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Studio Suite ### Highlights Balcony or patio Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Separate bedroom Rainfall showerhead Bathrobes Hair dryer Private bathroom - 431 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMatemwe-Hotels-Clove-Island-Resort.h112726213.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMatemwe-Hotels-Clove-Island-Resort.h112726213.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Makunduchi, Clove Island Essence & SPA is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Jambiani Beach and Paje Beach. Salaam Cave Aquarium and Kite Centre Zanzibar are also worth visiting. [Visit our Makunduchi travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Makunduchi.dx6221699) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-6.40954%2C39.57413&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-jCTFaw2ysvfdSzSneRcfHH-pZo=) Matemwe Beach, 3988, near Matemwe School, Zanzibar, Makunduchi, Kaskazini Unguja North Region "A" ### What's nearby - Makunduchi Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Jambiani Beach - 12 min drive - 13.3 km - Mtende Beach - 20 min drive - 12.6 km - Kite Centre Zanzibar - 21 min drive - 23.0 km - Paje Beach - 22 min drive - 24.1 km ### Getting around - Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 90 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Jetty Bar - ‬10 min drive - ‪Coco Beach Hotel & Restaurant - ‬11 min drive - ‪Mande Restaurant - ‬12 min drive - ‪Casa Coco - ‬8 min drive - ‪Zanzistar Beach Bar - ‬10 min drive ## About this property ### Clove Island Essence & SPA Upscale hotel You can look forward to free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a restaurant at Clove Island Essence & SPA. With amenities like a beachfront location and sun loungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - 2 outdoor pools - Beach towels, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage - Beach umbrellas Room features All guestrooms at Clove Island Essence & SPA have thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. Other amenities include: - Hair dryers and shampoo - Wardrobes/closets, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35890000/35888600/35888521/854f9ad5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Clove Island Villas & SPA Makunduchi - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 52 reviews CA $199 CA $249 total includes taxes & fees Oct 17 - Oct 18 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=35888521&PinnedHotelID=35888521&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97840000/97833700/97833660/7705f010.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mandarin Resort Zanzibar Kizimkazi - Pool - All-inclusive - Spa - Waterslide 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews CA $223 CA $272 total includes taxes & fees Oct 10 - Oct 11 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=97833660&PinnedHotelID=97833660&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels, beach bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95820000/95814200/95814115/ce6cfac9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mayai Ocean Resort Bwejuu Beach - 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Breakfast included - Spa 9.6 Exceptional 18 reviews CA $298 CA $359 total includes taxes & fees Oct 10 - Oct 11 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=103409507&PinnedHotelID=103409507&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45440000/45431100/45431049/6a634309.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Paje - On private beach - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included 9.8 Exceptional 37 reviews CA $360 CA $434 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=45431049&PinnedHotelID=45431049&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9860000/9851700/9851631/013536d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar Kizimkazi - Pool - All-inclusive - Spa - Parking included 8.8 Excellent 185 reviews CA $203 CA $250 total includes taxes & fees Oct 15 - Oct 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=9851631&PinnedHotelID=9851631&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15280000/15279800/15279782/e258aab5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jambiani Villas Jambiani - Pool - Spa - Kids pool - Parking included 9.6 Exceptional 132 reviews CA $168 CA $285 total includes taxes & fees Nov 8 - Nov 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=15279782&PinnedHotelID=15279782&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90540000/90531700/90531636/90ae1040.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Alma Boutique Hotel Jambiani - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 9.6 Exceptional 15 reviews CA $516 CA $613 total includes taxes & fees Nov 4 - Nov 5 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=90531636&PinnedHotelID=90531636&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19860000/19851900/19851873/735f2670.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aya Beach Resort Kizimkazi - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 120 reviews CA $120 CA $153 total includes taxes & fees Oct 12 - Oct 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=19851873&PinnedHotelID=19851873&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - No onsite parking available ### Food and drink - Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM - A restaurant ### Things to do - 2 outdoor pools ### Family friendly - 2 outdoor pools - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Beach loungers - Beach towels - Beach umbrellas - On the beach ### Spa - Massage - Spa services ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV ### More - Ceiling fan - Desk - Laptop workspace - Safe - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 4:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - 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. ### 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; cash is not accepted ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Clove Island Resort Clove Island Essence SPA Clove Essence & Spa Makunduchi Clove Island Essence & SPA Hotel Clove Island Essence & SPA Makunduchi Clove Island Essence & SPA Hotel Makunduchi ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Clove Island Essence & SPA have a pool? > Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools. ### How much does it cost to stay at Clove Island Essence & SPA? > As of Oct 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clove Island Essence & SPA on Oct 13, 2025 start from CA $281.49, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Matemwe-Hotels-Clove-Island-Resort.h112726213.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Clove Island Essence & SPA pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Clove Island Essence & SPA? > This hotel doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Clove Island Essence & SPA? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Clove Island Essence & SPA? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Clove Island Essence & SPA located? > This Makunduchi hotel is on the beach, steps from Makunduchi Beach, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Jambiani Beach and Mtende Beach. Dimbani Beach and Kuza Cave are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? 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