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Clove Island Essence & SPA

4.0 star property
Beachside hotel with 2 outdoor pools

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Restaurant
2 outdoor pools
Reception
Deluxe Villa, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View
Exterior

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Luxury Studio Suite

Luxury Studio Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 431 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Studio Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Exclusive Studio Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 377 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Villa, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

Deluxe Villa, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Private hot tub
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 786 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed
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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.
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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

  • ‪Lost Soles - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪eden rock - ‬18 min drive
  • Clove Island Zanzibar Resort Restaurant
  • ‪Blue Reef Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Blue Reef Pizzeria - ‬11 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
  • Tour/ticket assistance, beach towels, and beach umbrellas
  • Luggage storage
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

Languages

English

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 Aug 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clove Island Essence & SPA on Sept 1, 2025 start from CA $280.49, 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 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).

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