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Basecamp Mafía Island

5.0 star property
Luxury lodge on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Terrace/patio
Restaurant
Deluxe Room, Ocean View | Living area
Standard Twin Room, Ocean View

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included

Explore the area

Map
Utende beach, Mafia Island, Pwani Region, 0002
  • Utende Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Kilindoni Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Kilindoni (MFA-Mafia)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 40 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Deluxe Room, Ocean View

Deluxe Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 28 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 20 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Ocean View

Standard Twin Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 20 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Mafia Island

A luxury stay in Mafia Island awaits you at Basecamp Mafía Island. You'll be 0.8 km (0.5 mi) from Utende Beach and 14 km (8.7 mi) from Kilindoni Beach. Highlights at this beachfront lodge include a full-service spa, a private beach and a restaurant. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with detox wraps, body wraps and aromatherapy. At the lodge's own lounge bar or beach bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and Turkish bath/hammam as well as access to bike hire and hiking/biking trails. 1076 square feet (100 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include coworking space. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Free buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle.
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What's nearby

  • Utende Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kilindoni Beach - 17 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

  • Kilindoni (MFA-Mafia) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mafia Lodge Beach Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Swahili Lounge Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Ramblers restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mafia Fried Chicken - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Waves - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Basecamp Mafía Island

Luxury lodge on the beach, with outdoor pool
Step outside to feel the sun on your face and the sand in your toes on the white sand beach. Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities, such as umbrellas and sunloungers. At Basecamp Mafía Island, pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities such as an outdoor pool.

Free breakfast is available daily. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli 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. This luxury lodge also offers a garden and a terrace. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Basecamp Mafía Island was completed in August 2024.

This 5-star Mafia Island lodge is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • 1076 sq ft of conference space
  • 100 sq. m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Dining venue
Basecamp Mafía Island offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks and dining tables. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead and a hydromassage showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on request.
Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and facials. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, Italian, Swahili

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat
  • Evening entertainment
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sail boat
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Free cot
  • Highchair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 1,076 square feet of conference space
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages
  • Thalassotherapy
  • Treatment room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Area rugs in room
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (102 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - August 2024
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 15
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 15

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g. directions)
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 50 (one-way), (up to 5 years old)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 15 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 15 (subject to availability)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and high chair
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay, cash, mobile payments and M-Pesa. This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products. Long-term renters welcome.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Mafia Island Lodge
Basecamp Mafía Island Lodge
Basecamp Mafía Island Mafia Island
Basecamp Mafía Island Lodge Mafia Island

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Basecamp Mafía Island?

Basecamp Mafía Island offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Basecamp Mafía Island?

Yep, Basecamp Mafía Island has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Basecamp Mafía Island?

Yep, Basecamp Mafía Island is a short 9-minute walk from Utende Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and sailing. You can also find water sports equipment and sail boats.

Is there a spa on site at Basecamp Mafía Island?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Basecamp Mafía Island. You'll enjoy heaps of services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as Swedish massages.

Does Basecamp Mafía Island have a pool?

Basecamp Mafía Island has an outdoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Basecamp Mafía Island?

Basecamp Mafía Island features a private beach, a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. All guestrooms come with hydromassage showerheads and late-night room service.

What makes Basecamp Mafía Island a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and a private beach, as well as rainfall showerheads and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Basecamp Mafía Island.

Is Basecamp Mafía Island family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a private beach and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Basecamp Mafía Island is a hit with families.

Does Basecamp Mafía Island serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary buffet brekkie is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Basecamp Mafía Island?

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 Basecamp Mafía Island?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Basecamp Mafía Island?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Basecamp Mafía Island Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

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

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

paola

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is stunning, in front of the resort there is the best beach of the bay. Super welcoming staff. Very good breakfast and dinner. Very recomanded.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Hendrik

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lot of construction going on.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Misja

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Prachtige locatie met makkelijke toegang naar vele activiteiten
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024