[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Maisha Matamu Boutique Beachside hotel to enjoy outdoor pool and sand beach ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94800000/94793900/94793878/e4561107.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94800000/94793900/94793878/c3ee36fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94800000/94793900/94793878/bd27917c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94800000/94793900/94793878/a0dfea0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94800000/94793900/94793878/547756d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Maisha Matamu Beach Hotel blends ocean views with tropical comfort. Guests enjoy continental breakfast, relax at the beach bar, or visit the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel offers in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and an outdoor pool for adults and children. 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Bar - Room service - Breakfast included - Pool - Laundry - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 15 - Oct. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=94793878&PinnedHotelID=94793878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=94793878&PinnedHotelID=94793878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 16 - Oct. 17](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=94793878&PinnedHotelID=94793878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=94793878&PinnedHotelID=94793878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=94793878&PinnedHotelID=94793878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=94793878&PinnedHotelID=94793878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=94793878&PinnedHotelID=94793878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=94793878&PinnedHotelID=94793878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Deluxe Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94800000/94793900/94793878/6abdcbf9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room ### Highlights Balcony Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Fan Separate bedroom Blackout drapes/curtains Laptop workspace - 36 sq ft - Beach view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Deluxe Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94800000/94793900/94793878/6889044d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Twin Room ### Highlights Balcony Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Fan Separate bedroom Blackout drapes/curtains Laptop workspace - 36 sq ft - Beach view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Premium Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94800000/94793900/94793878/383100f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Double Room ### Highlights Balcony Separate sitting area Blackout drapes/curtains Separate bedroom Ceiling fan Private bathroom Daily housekeeping Wardrobe or closet - 538 sq ft - Beach view - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed ![Superior Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94800000/94793900/94793878/d9136bbe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room ### Highlights Balcony Separate sitting area Blackout drapes/curtains Separate bedroom Ceiling fan Private bathroom Daily housekeeping Wardrobe or closet - Sea view - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Airport (ZNZ) - 81 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Mapacha - ‬8 min walk - ‪Shanga Paje - ‬16 min walk - ‪Mr. Kahawa - ‬11 min walk - ‪African Bbq - ‬9 min walk - ‪Kiddo’s Rooftop Restaurant - ‬15 min walk ## About this property ### Maisha Matamu Boutique Hotel near Paje Beach Consider a stay at Maisha Matamu Boutique and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a beach bar, and a coffee shop/cafe. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and laundry facilities. Other perks at this hotel include: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - Bike rentals, coffee/tea in the lobby, and luggage storage - Tour/ticket assistance Room features All guestrooms at Maisha Matamu Boutique include comforts such as separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. 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Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM - A bar/lounge - A beach bar - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Couples/private dining ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Proposal/romance packages - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden - On the beach ### Accessibility - No elevator - Tile flooring in room ### More - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - At least 80% organic food - Designated smoking areas - Vegetarian dining options ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Limited room service ### More - Ceiling fan - Portable fan - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Safe - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets stay free Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for TZS 30.0 per day 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: TZS 9899.08 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Rollaway bed fee: TZS 30.0 per day 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, debit cards, and cash This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Maisha Matamu Beach Hotel Paje Maisha Matamu Beach Hotel Hotel Maisha Matamu Beach Hotel Hotel Paje ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Maisha Matamu Boutique have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Maisha Matamu Boutique? > As of Oct 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Maisha Matamu Boutique on Nov 1, 2025 start from CA $134.16, 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/Paje-Hotels-Maisha-Matamu-Beach-Hotel.h94793878.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Maisha Matamu Boutique pet-friendly? > Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Maisha Matamu Boutique? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Maisha Matamu Boutique? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Maisha Matamu Boutique? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Maisha Matamu Boutique located? > Nestled on the beach, this Paje hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Paje Beach, Maalum Cave Pool, and Kite Centre Zanzibar. Jambiani Beach and Bwejuu Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Maisha Matamu Boutique Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 18 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 9.2/10 Staff & service ### 9.4/10 Amenities ### 8.8/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.2/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Grace Sep 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had a lovely stay here! The staff were so kind and friendly. I stayed here for my birthday and they made it very special. The restaurant also has a good range of food and drinks. It is located right on the beach so a great location. Would definitely recommend ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/12acbe11-6107-40bc-8c77-5a4067af89e7-1757065702569.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9463f82f-a93d-43b3-a632-bea3687b92d4-1757065700591.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/dcf8413f-6006-4e33-9192-140e7633ac4d-1757065702659.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Grace Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenan Jul 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Beautiful Stay at Maisha Matamu – A Slice of Paradise! Our stay at Maisha Matamu in Paje was absolutely wonderful. The place is stunning – peaceful, beautifully designed, and with an incredible view that makes you feel like you’re in paradise. The staff were warm, attentive, and truly made us feel at home. A special thanks to Melisa, who went above and beyond to make our stay perfect. Her kindness and attention to detail really stood out. We loved every moment here and would come back in a heartbeat. Highly recommended! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/95854e8b-13df-4759-a79f-8d46e99d2097-1752556196768.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ade4fdbb-08cd-4f87-8d66-873dd39d482c-1752556195273.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/877ad535-e16e-4b3d-bec6-20c092d5d45b-1752556197356.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3b813088-6715-4cfc-b48d-dc47c6ffe6a9-1752556197281.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Kenan Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jul 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### As good as it gets! As good as it gets! Such a fabulous hotel. Run by a group of dynamic young people who really have their local community at heart. Located right by kitesurfers paradise beach with a restaurant that leaves nothing to be desired. Very safe and pleasant for solo female travellers. The team are so lovely, I want to specifically mention Rose and Happy! Will come back soon! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kristin Feb 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hotel grounds, staff, and views are fantastic! The beach bungalows are rustic with no A/C, but it was worth it to experience the welcoming staff, beach access, and good food. ##### Kristin Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Glenn Jan 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Like staying on Gilligan's Island. ##### Glenn Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marzena Nov 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### The place to stay Perfect location, good food, very friendly staff and owners. Lovely experience ##### Marzena Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma Sep 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff were so kind, it is a beautiful walking distance to many other attractions on Paje beach- highly recommend ##### Emma Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Majed M Jul 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly and helpful staff that made us feel at home,The owner Zobayda was extremely kind and hospitable, and delicious food made daily by the great chef's ##### Majed M Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lavinia Sep 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Very good experience.Lovely cottages. Lovely view. Lovely time there! Good Restaurant Service!!! ##### Lavinia Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Florien Aug 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great stay, perfect location. Great rooms and lovely staff. Thank you very much 😊 ##### Florien Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Traci Mar 23, 2025 Liked: Property conditions & facilities John at reception was AMAZING!! He was so friendly and attentive - he organized my rides and activities for me. I chose to stay in the rooms with AC and not the bungalow type rooms because it would have been to hot for me. The shower pressure isn't the greatest in my room. The hotel is directly on the beach and they have plenty of sun beds with umbrella shades. I wasn't a big fan of the food/drinks at the restaurant though but the staff was amazingly friendly. Would stay here again! ##### Traci Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lavinia Aug 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Wonderful!!! Wonderful eco hotel next to the beach. Nice environment.Good service. Delicious breakfast.WLming distance to town and schools and many restaurants. ##### Lavinia Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ewa Aug 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I highly recommend this place for a holiday. It's not commercial, it's not busy—you can feel like you've gone to visit your family in Africa. It's a great location as well, with everything close by. Mallum Cave (a natural, unique, and beautiful swimming pool) is just within walking distance. I visited Stone Town and Jozani Forest—you can get there for about 50 dollars on a return trip. The hotel organised the other trips too, for example, the Safari. Back at the hotel, from the first steps into the reception, the staff were lovely and very helpful, speaking many languages, including English. Happiness and Hussain are so genuinely nice that I immediately fell in love with the place. I came with my teenage daughter and stayed for 11 nights (unfortunately, just 11) in one of the huts. We were over the moon. The room was clean, and the character of the space matched perfectly with the land's beauty. You can see the ocean from the cosy house. Every evening, the mosquito man—another lovely housekeeper, Baboo or Yolanda—would clean and protect our room from mosquitoes. By the way, we never got bitten. The hotel restaurant is just stunning, with modern, rustic decor that blends perfectly with the natural environment. The swimming pool may be small, but it’s sufficient when you have such a massive, stunning white sand beach. The owners—Zue, Keisy, and Meyra—are excellent, well-spoken in many languages, and always very helpful with everything you need. ##### ewa Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller Dec 2, 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort I had a very unpleasant stay at Maisha Matamu. I booked for 11 nights but ended up staying 6 due to multiple issues. Upon arrival, I was told there was a system issue and that another guest with my surname refused to vacate my room. I was moved to a nearby hostel, which was significantly cheaper, but lacked Wi-Fi, phone signal, towels and even water at times. As a solo female traveler, I felt uncomfortable there. Later, I spoke to the other guest, who confirmed she had booked and paid in advance, exposing that the story I was told wasn’t true. Despite having booked and paid in full months ago, I had to argue for a refund for the nights I stayed at the cheaper hostel. Only after arguing did they refund me for 2 nights. Throughout this ordeal, they made several rude comments and even lied at several occasions, which added to my discomfort. This was particularly disappointing, as I’ve been traveling solo for many months and have stayed in numerous hotels without ever experiencing anything like this. I ended up checking out 3 nights early because I felt so uncomfortable. No apology or concern was ever shown until I told them I was checking out earlier. The only bright spot was the fantastic staff at the restaurant and bar—much love to them, as they were the reason I stayed as long as I did. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Benjamin Jun 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Das Hotel liegt in direkter Strandlage und ist wirklich sehr idyllisch gestaltet. Sehr klein und "privat familiär"... Die Bilder im Internet täuschen bezüglich der Größe der Anlage. Der Pool ist ziemlich klein. Zudem täuscht die Bilddokumentation. Man hat den Eindruck, dass in der Anlage auch kleine afrikanische Rundhütten zu finden - bzw. als Upgrade vor Ort buchbar - sind. Das stimmt jedoch nicht. Die Hütten gibt es nicht mehr, gehörten jedoch wohl früher zur Anlage und wurden abgerissen. Es gibt eigentlich nur zwei langgezogene Bungalow-Häuserzeilen (ähnlich einer Reihenhaussiedlung), in denen sich ein Zimmer neben das andere reiht. Eine Häuserzeile scheint ziemlich neu, da sich dort wirklich schön gestaltete und modernisierte/neue Zimmer befinden. Unser Zimmer war älter und in Basic-Ausstattung eingerichtet, das Bad nicht mehr up-to-date, aber funktional (nicht mit Schwung auf die Toilette setzen, sonst kippt sie - Zimmer 10). Alles ist jedoch wirklich sehr sauber. Da man sich ja eh nur draußen aufhält, war das Zimmer für uns eher nebensächlich und schlichtweg "funktional". Es gibt keinen Kühlschrank. Insektenschutz befindet sich in der Schiebetür zum Zimmer, es gibt jedoch kein Moskitonetz über dem Bett. Es gibt einen Ventilator über dem Bett (ziemlich laut) und eine Klimaanlage seitlich vom Bett. Da die Betten nur mit Laken bezogen sind, kann es nachts schonmal etwas "frisch" werden. Abends kommt das Personal nochmal ins Zimmer und deckt das Bett auf... Empfehlenswert. ##### Benjamin Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Cecilie Apr 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### Fint Godt hotel med rigtig god beliggenhed direkte til vandet - Venligt personale i reception, dog mødte jeg mindre hjælpsomhed i restauranten, hvor jeg havde en ubehagelig oplevelse - Restauranten var ret dyr iforhold til priserne på Zanzibar, men maden var rigtig god - Fine værelser for et mindre ophold. Dejlig seng at sove i. Dejligt med myggenet, Dog ingen aircondition så det var alt for varmt, og upraktisk toilet - De passer godt på dyrene - Stedet var renligt ##### Cecilie Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carina Mar 13, 2025 Liked: Property conditions & facilities #### Skønt sted. Virkelig et dejligt sted ned til stranden med tidevand. Der er en mindre ok pool. Rene og Fine værelser. Maden er virkelig lækker og personalet er meget søde og imødekommende. Kan kun anbefale stedet. ##### Carina Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Kjell Feb 12, 2025 Liked: Staff & service #### Flott beliggenhet Flott plassering på stranda i Paje. Kort vei til sentrum. OK mat på hotellet og mange andre restauranter i nærhet som også er verdt et besøk. Noe støy fra nabohotellet som kjørte livemusikk og DJ til rundt 02:30 på kveld. Vi hadde bungalow 104 (2etg). Det er palmebladvegger så utelyd høres veldig godt og så du bør ikkje ha museskrekk om du bor slik. Dusj fungerte og betjening slo opp moskitonett over seng kvar kveld. Hotellet har også andre rom med høyrere standard og høyere priser. Personalet var generelt servicevennlige og hyggelige. Må nevne at personen som foretok innsjekking lurte oss ved å kreve 6 usd pr dag i turistskatt. Rett sum skal være 5 usd i Zanzibar. Så vedkommende lurte til seg totalt 8 usd. Ikkje stor sum, men slikt er irriterende og gir hotellet dårligere tilbakemelding. ##### Kjell Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tom Jan 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Perfekter Aufenthalt! Das Hotel bietet alles was man braucht. Die Aussicht vom Strand ist einmalig. Das Uimmer war sauber und sehr schön. Und selten so ein nettes Personal gesehen. Der Aufenthalt war excellent. ##### Tom Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Per Erik Jan 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Så himla fint Helt underbar strand och vackert blått vatten. Maten suverän och bra urval på frukostar. Extremt trevlig och tillmötesgående personal. Var dock medveten om att priserna när man ska äta håller svensk prisnivå. ![Hotellets uteplats](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/974DDCF2B9219D00373ECF09B4EA6267584F64B01737537876428.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Per Erik Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christoph Jan 4, 2025 ##### Christoph Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### morten Dec 15, 2024 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Anbefaler! Bra sted , som på bilde , flott strand ! Noe støy om man ikke velger rom med aircondition! Ikke billig , men bra 👍 ##### morten Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Sep 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 10/10 stjerner Dejligt ophold! Fantastisk personale og service. Hotellet ligger på stranden og har den smukkeste udsigt. God mad og gode cocktails! Hotellet er gode ved dyrene og har også en rigtig sød hund, som gerne vil kæle. You are the most welcome :) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Sophie Sep 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities ##### Sophie Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul Jul 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Paul Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-Royal-Zanzibar-Beach-Resort-All-Inclusive.h5563953.Hotel-Information) > > [Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Ngorongoro-Conservation-Area-Hotels-Ngorongoro-Serena-Safari-Lodge.h903728.Hotel-Information) > > [Barceló Maya Colonial - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Xpu-Ha-Hotels-Barcelo-Maya-Colonial-All-Inclusive.h1348113.Hotel-Information) > > [Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa](https://www.expedia.ca/Michamvi-Hotels-Konokono-Beach-Resort.h3881687.Hotel-Information) > > [Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-The-Z-Hotel.h3675918.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti](https://www.expedia.ca/Serengeti-National-Park-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Safari-Lodge-Serengeti.h2949601.Hotel-Information) > > [Melia Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.ca/Kiwengwa-Hotels-Melia-Zanzibar.h1407257.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Edmonton/West](https://www.expedia.ca/Edmonton-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Suites-By-Hilton-EdmontonWest.h1802737.Hotel-Information) > > [Africa Safari Selous](https://www.expedia.ca/Selous-Game-Reserve-Hotels-Africa-Safari-Selous.h8446485.Hotel-Information) > > [TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.ca/Kiwengwa-Hotels-TUI-Blue-Bahari-Zanzibar.h4532516.Hotel-Information) > > [Gran Melia Arusha](https://www.expedia.ca/Arusha-Hotels-Gran-Melia-Arusha.h34865479.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Las Vegas](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas-Hotels.d178276.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Sunrise Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Dar-Es-Salaam-Hotels-Sunrise-Beach-Resort.h16382901.Hotel-Information) > > [Turaco Nungwi Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-DoubleTree-Resort-By-Hilton-Zanzibar-Nungwi.h3300267.Hotel-Information) > > [Brubru Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Moshi-Hotels-Altezza-Lodge.h19686862.Hotel-Information) > > [Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Kiwengwa-Hotels-Bluebay-Beach-Resort-And-Spa.h1867044.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-Riu-Palace-Zanzibar-All-Inclusive.h5361523.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Jambo.h75595198.Hotel-Information) > > [Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun - Adults Only - All inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Del-Carmen-Hotels-Secrets-Maroma-Beach-Riviera-Cancun-Adults-Only-All-Inclusive.h1862827.Hotel-Information) > > [Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Michamvi-Hotels-Le-Mersenne-Beach.h65725614.Hotel-Information) > > [The Residence Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.ca/Kizimkazi-Hotels-The-Residence-Zanzibar.h4261204.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/pvr/vancouver-to-puerto-vallarta) > > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Salt Lake City (SLC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/slc/edmonton-to-salt-lake-city) > > [Flights from Bangkok (BKK) to Sa Khu (HKT)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/bkk/hkt/bangkok-to-phuket) > > [JetBlue Airways](https://www.expedia.ca/JetBlue-Airways-Flights.cB6.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [All Nippon Airways](https://www.expedia.ca/All-Nippon-Airways-Flights.cNH.Travel-Guide-Airlines) ### Packages > [Jamaica](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/88/Jamaica) > > [Toronto Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto.d178314.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Avion Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Avion.d6272474.Destination-Travel-Guides)