Zanzibar Queen Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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View from property
Family Room with Sea View | Beach/ocean view
Interior
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Body treatments, facials, Ayurvedic treatments, 1 treatment room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Matemwe Beach, Matemwe, 3663
  • Kigomani Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Muyuni Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Mnemba Island
  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite Double

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Beachfront Bungalow with Plunge Pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Private pool
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 22 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room with Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Matemwe

At Zanzibar Queen Hotel, you'll be 8.6 km (5.4 mi) from Mapenzi Beach and 11.3 km (7 mi) from Kiwengwa Beach. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include massages, facials and Ayurvedic treatments. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site gym and pool loungers. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and free use of bicycles. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Matemwe hotel, you'll be 20.2 km (12.6 mi) from Kendwa Beach and 20.4 km (12.7 mi) from Nungwi Beach.

What's nearby

  • Kigomani Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Muyuni Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mapenzi Beach - 15 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Kendwa Beach - 39 min drive - 24.1 km
  • Nungwi Beach - 39 min drive - 25.2 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Andiamo - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Green & Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sunshine Marine Lodge - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Marlin Local Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mzee Husa Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Zanzibar Queen Hotel

Hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Zanzibar Queen Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Zanzibar Queen Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a ferry terminal shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Matemwe hotel.

  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Zanzibar Queen Hotel offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include facials and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Facials
  • Massage
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 4 April and 12 April.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 10 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

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: USD 45 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 45 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 10 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Zanzibar Queen Hotel?

Zanzibar Queen Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Zanzibar Queen Hotel?

Yep, Zanzibar Queen Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Zanzibar Queen Hotel?

Yep, Zanzibar Queen Hotel is a short 12-minute walk from Muyuni Beach. Fun beach activities include scuba diving and fishing. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at Zanzibar Queen Hotel?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Zanzibar Queen Hotel. You'll enjoy heaps of services like facials and body treatments.

Does Zanzibar Queen Hotel have a pool?

Zanzibar Queen Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Zanzibar Queen Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages and a lounge bar, as well as rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Zanzibar Queen Hotel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Zanzibar Queen Hotel?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at Zanzibar Queen Hotel?

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 Zanzibar Queen Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Zanzibar Queen Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.