Zanziblue

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with calming spa services

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Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | View from room
Luxury Villa, 4 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront
Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Ocean View
Family dining
Shower, free toiletries, bidet, towels
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly

Explore the area

Map
Kilimajuu, Matemwe, Unguja
  • Popular LocationMuyuni Beach5 min walk
  • Popular LocationPwani Mchangani Beach5 min drive
  • Popular LocationMnemba Island22 min drive
  • AirportZanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)78 min drive

Room options

Luxury Villa, 4 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
  • 186 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 King Beds and 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 31 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 60 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Dining table
  • 46 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Matemwe

At Zanziblue, you'll be 7 km (4.3 mi) from Kiwengwa Beach and 10 km (6.2 mi) from Mnemba Island. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free continental breakfast. .The hotel's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and spa services. Each morning free breakfast is served. 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 23.9 km (14.9 mi) from Nungwi Beach and 36.4 km (22.6 mi) from Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park.

What's nearby

  • Muyuni Beach - 5 min walk
  • Pwani Mchangani Beach - 5 min drive
  • Mapenzi Beach - 11 min drive
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 16 min drive
  • Mnemba Island - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spice Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mohammed’s restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Green & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Jetty - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Villa Kiva Garden Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Zanziblue

Beachfront hotel with calming spa services
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and spa services are also featured at the business-friendly Zanziblue. An area shuttle within 45 kilometres and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) are available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Matemwe hotel is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2017
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Zanziblue offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. This accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks and dining tables. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower, bidets and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and blackout curtains. Microwaves and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.

Languages

English, French, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 45 kilometres
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Dining table
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2017
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 9:00 AM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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
The property charges 5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are required to contact this property before 7 AM or after 10 PM to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 12.00 per cent will be charged

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 35 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. 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 and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Zanziblue Hotel Matemwe
Zanziblue Hotel
Zanziblue Matemwe
Zanziblue Hotel
Zanziblue Matemwe
Zanziblue Hotel Matemwe

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Zanziblue?

Zanziblue offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Zanziblue?

Yep, Zanziblue has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Zanziblue?

Yep, Zanziblue is a short 5-minute walk from Muyuni Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling and scuba diving.

Is there a spa on site at Zanziblue?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

Does Zanziblue have a pool?

Zanziblue has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

Does Zanziblue serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary continental brekkie is offered daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Zanziblue?

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 Zanziblue?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Zanziblue?

Check-in begins at 9:00 AM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Zanziblue Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at Zanziblue! Everyone who worked at the hotel and restaurant was so professional, gracious and kind. They were helpful when we needed laundry done and a driver to Stonetown and back. The meals were especially memorable. Beautiful presentation and so delicious. In all our travels, we had the best meals there. Sabina, the manager there, was so welcoming. It was clean and comfortable and the grounds were beautiful. It was a profusion of color. We enjoyed the pool area, finding both shade and sun lounge areas. Zanziblue was the perfect place to relax after a 10 day safari!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommend Zanziblue!
Love love love this place! The people were so kind and friendly, food was delicious, and we especially appreciated all of the activities that the hotel offered. The only regret is not staying longer!
Breakfast view
Snorkeling tour
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

W.A.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
AMAZING VACATION
It was an amazing experience. The people are so nice, rooms are beautiful and the food is perfect! Would recommend it to everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly nurse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Zanziblue in LOVE
Zanziblue was simply amazing. SHARLENE and her staff made sure that a of our needs were attended to for my 30th bday. they were patient, kind and understanding. I look at my Zanzibar pics daily and smile, ZANZIBLUE was the main reason for this continued smile. I appreciate them more than ever. The tours offered were amazing, the house was always tidy and clean, the bar was always stocked and I even received a massage right outside of my room on the balcony. Zanziblue is a dream and I recommend it for small and big groups. You’ll have a blast. SHARLENE runs a tight ship and you’ll love her.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Klaus

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, we came as tourists and left as friends …
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arlette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Un séjour de rêve
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour au Zanziblue. Nous avons apprécié les chambres spacieuses avec vue sur la mer, la propreté irréprochable, la restauration, le service et l'accueil cordial et chaleureux, la plage de sable blanc de Mattemwe...
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parfait à tout point de vue
Incroyable!! Tout était parfait, on recommande à 1000%. La chambre spacieuse, propre (ménage effectué de façon parfaite chaque jour), parfumée, avec une vue magnifique sur la piscine et sur l’océan. L’espace piscine est nettoyé chaque jour, très agréable avec un accès direct à la plage de sable blanc. Le personnel est aux petits soins, souriant, agréable, attentionné et disponible. Toutes nos demandes ont été réalisées avec soin. Enfin, que dire du restaurant, un vrai délice. Une carte variée, une cuisine raffinée, un joli dressage, de bons cocktails. A tel point que nous y avons mangé tous les jours! Nous vous conseillons le dîner privé barbecue qui est un moment inoubliable mêlant un repas excellent, un service de qualité et un cadre magique. Et tout ça pour un prix plus qu’accessible! Encore merci pour tout.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023