Title: Zoi Retreat Hotel Zanzibar - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Zoi Retreat Hotel Zanzibar Oceanfront paradise offers travelers their own beach bar and outdoor pool, plus spa services that melt away travel tension after a day of exploring ## Photo gallery for Zoi Retreat Hotel Zanzibar ![Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach towels - Zoi Retreat Hotel Zanzibar (Matemwe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22820000/22812800/22812741/f0282a7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Double Ocean View | View from room - Zoi Retreat Hotel Zanzibar (Matemwe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22820000/22812800/22812741/037df269.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Zoi Retreat Hotel Zanzibar (Matemwe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22820000/22812800/22812741/f6f1867f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner - Zoi Retreat Hotel Zanzibar (Matemwe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22820000/22812800/22812741/b793a8fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Zoi Retreat Hotel Zanzibar (Matemwe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22820000/22812800/22812741/01197b2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Zanzibar Retreat Hotel offers tropical relaxation with a private beach and comfy sun loungers. Guests enjoy a full breakfast, unwind with a deep-tissue massage, or browse the library. Past guests praise the attentive staff and the perfect balance of rest and activity options. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Feb. 4 - Feb. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05&selected=22812741&PinnedHotelID=22812741&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05&selected=22812741&PinnedHotelID=22812741&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Feb. 5 - Feb. 6](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=22812741&PinnedHotelID=22812741&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=22812741&PinnedHotelID=22812741&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Feb. 6 - Feb. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=22812741&PinnedHotelID=22812741&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=22812741&PinnedHotelID=22812741&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb. 13 - Feb. 15](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=22812741&PinnedHotelID=22812741&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=22812741&PinnedHotelID=22812741&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds 2 beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ### View all photos for Garden View Room ![Garden View Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22820000/22812800/22812741/e0e07f6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Garden View Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Private bathroom In-room safe Located on the ground floor Daily housekeeping Children's books - Garden view - 226 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Double Ocean View ![Double Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22820000/22812800/22812741/586c297a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Ocean View 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Private bathroom In-room safe Daily housekeeping Children's books - Ocean view - 280 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room ![Standard Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22820000/22812800/22812741/af46cb2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Private bathroom In-room safe Located on the top floor Daily housekeeping Children's books - 237 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Two Bedroom Family Room ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22820000/22812800/22812741/d4d93623.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Two Bedroom Family Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Separate bedroom Private bathroom In-room safe Daily housekeeping Children's books - 431 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Superior Family Garden View Room ![Superior Family Garden View Room | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22820000/22812800/22812741/d7f27eee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Family Garden View Room ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Private bathroom In-room safe Daily housekeeping Children's books - Garden view - 388 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Pool Front Room ![Pool Front Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22820000/22812800/22812741/6aedb42f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Pool Front Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Private bathroom In-room safe Located on the ground floor Daily housekeeping Children's books - 237 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for House, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront ![House, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront | Extra beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22820000/22812800/22812741/e21ba23b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### House, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront ### Highlights Furnished patio Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Connecting rooms available 2 bedrooms Private bathroom - Ocean view - 1281 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 6 - 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Matemwe travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Matemwe.dx6143847) ![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-5.87780%2C39.35311&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=EVDqOKoStacL3t_Bsd8hUwVChv8=) Tanzania, TZ Zanzibar, Matemwe ### What's nearby - ![Muyuni Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6327727/6bc6862f-be6a-4a4a-9bcc-6e2ae9d43ef0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Muyuni Beach 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - ![👍🏻👌🏻](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6143848/f509222e-6b09-4374-8105-d77b95ae4e60.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kiwengwa Beach 16 min drive \- 10.4 km - ![Panorama of Zanzibar shore with sandy beach,luxury resort and thatch stilt house restaurant at sunset. Summer travel in Zanzibar, Africa,Tanzania.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6120016/d4ef19c6-4074-4850-8bb4-8d43e74dcb11.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kendwa Beach 37 min drive \- 22.7 km - ![Nungwi Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6120034/984ed929-ca01-4982-8ccc-67c81508a4e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Nungwi Beach 37 min drive \- 24.1 km - Kigomani Beach 5 min drive \- 3.0 km ### Getting around - Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) 85 min drive ### Restaurants - Spice Restaurant 15 min drive - Namaste Indian restaurant 11 min drive - Pool Bar @ Melia 14 min drive - The Green & Grill 12 min drive - Breakfast @ Ocean Paradise 11 min drive ## About this property ### Zoi Retreat Hotel Zanzibar Property highlights At Zoi Retreat Hotel Zanzibar, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a beach bar, and a garden. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, beach massages, and sun loungers. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage or other spa services. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Retreat Restaurant, the on-site restaurant. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and laundry facilities. You'll also find perks like: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - A front-desk safe, tour/ticket assistance, and outdoor furniture - Beach towels, coffee/tea in the lobby, and luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at Zoi Retreat Hotel Zanzibar include thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes. 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Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 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, mobile payments, and cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM 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 Zanzibar Retreat Hotel Matemwe Zanzibar Retreat Matemwe Zanzibar Retreat Hotel Zanzibar Retreat Hotel Matemwe Matemwe Zanzibar Retreat Hotel Hotel Hotel Zanzibar Retreat Hotel Zanzibar Retreat Hotel Hotel Zanzibar Retreat Hotel Matemwe Zanzibar Retreat Hotel Hotel Matemwe ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Zoi Retreat Hotel Zanzibar have a pool? ### Is Zoi Retreat Hotel Zanzibar pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Zoi Retreat Hotel Zanzibar? ### What time is check-out at Zoi Retreat Hotel Zanzibar? ### Where is Zoi Retreat Hotel Zanzibar located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Zoi Retreat Hotel Zanzibar Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional 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) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Amenities ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 9.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 19 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sonja Jan 14, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The staff was wonderful! Heads up: the beach had a lot of sea urchins in January. There were some local youths that showed us safe passage and starfish, sea spiders, lionfish, etc. right there on our beach for a small fee. For swimming the hotel pool was beautiful. The food in the hotel restaurant was reasonably priced and good. ##### Sonja Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim Mar 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Totally relaxing retreat! ##### Kim Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janis Mar 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful swimming pool, got to know staff. Very accommodating. ##### Janis Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa Jul 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Quite far to get to from Stonetown but a stunning location. It’s boutique hotel so not the facilities of a mega resort but the local friendly staff arranged a couple of excellent things for me and I really enjoyed the intimate atmosphere. Great food too with sea views. I also enjoyed a massaged in a small hut by the sea so could hear the surf. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/638ae6d6-fc47-4b20-bef9-ec7018c61308-1753787458873.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9a276ea7-1413-4348-9263-019741fc7fb7-1753787459525.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/212c9129-0c8e-4141-a46f-b1ace2e17a1d-1753787457965.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/82726195-ac23-4bcd-93bd-a56028db68cc-1753787456745.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Lisa Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### nicholas Apr 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful retreat. Beautifully presented, right on the beach. Calm environment, very friendly staff and owners, great food. All round excellent value and a very relaxing stay ##### nicholas Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea Feb 1, 2024 Liked: Amenities Very attentive staff and owners . Everyone was friendly and helpful . The setting is truly a peaceful retreat and the food is delicious . ##### Andrea Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas Aug 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities At the tail end of a long trip to East Africa, the Zanzabar Retreat hotel was a GIFT: exceptional hospitality from the owners, Jan and Salome, and from the excellent and thoughtful team… Naima, Lusekelo, Newton, Aisha and Bwite. Great food and many thoughtful touches. Very charming setting and convenient to diving snorkeling and dining options along a magnificent beach. ##### Thomas Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### catherine Feb 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The Zanzibar Retreat is a lovely beach front oasis, with beautiful gardens, swimming pool, and miles of gorgeous white sand beach to walk. The rooms are comfortable, clean, and quiet. There are plenty of chairs, either on the beach or by the pool, and little nooks to sit with a drink or read a book. It was the perfect place to relax after 14 days on safari. The owners are always on site interacting with guests and the food was delicious. The shrimp mango salad was a favourite. ##### catherine Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberley Dec 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is paradise. The staff are sweet and attentive. The rooms are clean and well equipped. The restaurant serves delicious food and has a great bar and wine selection. The beach is pure joy. I will return! ##### Kimberley Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Monika Feb 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A fantastic little gem! We had booked this little hotel for six nights, but as soon as we stepped into the veranda/bar/restaurant we felt that we could stay forever...so booked another six nights directly, without even seeing our room. But we did not regret it!. This is a a hotel with all small details that makes you feel at home; for example a beach basket with towels and sun hats in every room. And as a Swedish person I loved the 'fika' every afternoon at 4 o'clock :-) Finally - the food...was delicious! I don't remember how many times I had the mango/avocado/shrimp salad or the tuna steak. If you are out for a cosy small hotel (only 14 rooms I think), on a fantastic beach, just book! ##### Monika Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra Jul 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This was the best little hotel I’ve stayed at in a long time. The food was amazing. Rooms were clean and the staff went above and beyond to make you feel welcomed. They also arranged excursions and taxis me. I’ll be back :) ##### Sandra Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Ausra Aug 30, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities The location of Zoi Retreat Hotel is great, and the manager truly made a difference during my stay — he is incredibly kind, polite, and goes above and beyond to make guests feel at home. He really does everything he can for the customers. Unfortunately, the rest of the experience fdidn’t match his effort. The hotel is not well-maintained, cleanliness was poor (even after a deep clean, there were spider webs), and the food and drinks are overpriced for what you get.If the hotel matched the manager’s level of care, it would be amazing — but for now, I can only give it 2 stars. ##### Ausra Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan Jul 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This was my first hotel in Zanzibar and I would return in heartbeat to stay longer. The aesthetic was relaxing, the owners were present and enjoyable to visit with. The food was DELICIOUS!! It was quiet, peaceful, and comfortable. The waters are somewhat shallow on the beach in the morning and then rise as the day continues. Be sure and wear water sandals or footwear with a hard sole. There are many prickly urchins around. There are also spots where there are not and it makes for a great area to swim and cool off. The sands are clean and WHITE! I loved it here and I know you will, too! ##### Susan Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Georgia Oct 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Ein toller Strand, sehr gutes Personal, es war uns eine Freude da zu sein ##### Georgia Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CĂ©cile Elisabeth Feb 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities hotel très bien situĂ© ; personnel agrĂ©able et prĂ©venant ##### CĂ©cile Elisabeth Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### anna Jan 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Mysigt litet hotell direkt pĂĄ stranden Fantastiskt mysigt litet hotell mitt pĂĄ den vackra lĂĄnga vita stranden i Matemwe. Smakfullt inredda rum, mysigt i restaurang och lounge, lugn och skön miljö. Jättetrevlig personal och ägare gör stämningen inbjudande och familjär. Supergod mat och frukost. God fika Kl 16 varje dag är en sĂĄ trevlig sak som gästerna bjuds pĂĄ varje dag. PĂĄ rummen finns även en fin sarong, strandhandduk, solhatt och strandväska att lĂĄna medan man är där. 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