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ARYA Boutique Resort

3.5 star property

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Private beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach towels
Reception
Classic Double Room
Family Suite (savane)
Family Suite (savane) | Private spa tub

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Kiwengwa Beach, Kiwengwa, Unguja North
  • Place, Kiwengwa Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kendwa Beach
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Place, Nungwi Beach
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

Family Suite (savane)

  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed (tropical)

  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Kiwengwa

At ARYA Boutique Resort, you'll be within steps of Kiwengwa Beach. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a private beach, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .The restaurant, Papaya Restaurant, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar and beach bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the kids' swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to yoga classes. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Free cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Kiwengwa hotel, you'll be 38.9 km (24.2 mi) from Nungwi Beach.

What's nearby

  • Kiwengwa Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mapenzi Beach - 12 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Muyuni Beach - 18 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Kendwa Beach - 57 min drive - 37.9 km
  • Nungwi Beach - 57 min drive - 39.3 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spice Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Wok - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Namaste Indian restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Yako - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Gabi Beach - ‬6 min drive

About this property

ARYA Boutique Resort

Step outside to feel the sun on your face and the sand in your toes on the white sand beach. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at ARYA Boutique Resort such as an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Free breakfast is served daily. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Kiwengwa hotel.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Dining venue
ARYA Boutique Resort offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. 40-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include free toiletries and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Papaya Restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 60.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.41 per person, per night
  • Deposit is payable by PayPal and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 50 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 60.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, cash, mobile payments and PayPal. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

ARYA Boutique Resort Hotel
ARYA Boutique Resort Kiwengwa
ARYA Boutique Resort Hotel Kiwengwa

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at ARYA Boutique Resort?

ARYA Boutique Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to ARYA Boutique Resort?

Yep, ARYA Boutique Resort is a short 3-minute walk from Kiwengwa Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling and fishing.

Does ARYA Boutique Resort have a pool?

ARYA Boutique Resort has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes ARYA Boutique Resort a romantic place to stay?

Beachfront dining and a private beach, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at ARYA Boutique Resort.

Is ARYA Boutique Resort family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, children's meals and a private beach, it's no surprise that ARYA Boutique Resort is a hit with families.

Does ARYA Boutique Resort serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at ARYA Boutique Resort?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at ARYA Boutique Resort?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at ARYA Boutique Resort?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at ARYA Boutique Resort?

No, pets are not allowed.

ARYA Boutique Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Miguel, ORLANDO

It was ok hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

4/10 Poor

paolo

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The resort is not owning any private beach but cooperating with very close walking distance lodge for free sunbeds. This aspect, linked to a very poor service, tidiness and customer care, makes Arya absolutely over expensive and over promising in his presentation.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Maximilian, Berlin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Die Zimmer waren toll ausgestattet und sehr sauber. Das Personal war hilfsbereit und freundlich. Das angeschlossene Restaurant hatte sehr gutes Essen und der Strand ist traumhaft
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019