Marafiki Bungalows

Bed, Photo of the whole room, Bedroom, Sea view

Pool view, Sea view, Swimming pool, Sunset

Property building, Natural landscape, Garden, Pool view, Swimming pool

Restaurant/places to eat, Food and drinks

9.1 / 10.0

Outstanding(562 Ratings)

Hotel in Unguja North Region

4-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

About this hotel

Marafiki Bungalows is located on the beach in Kiwengwa,overlooking the ocean.Zanzibar International Airport is a 1 hour drive away.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Beachfront or waterfront

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Unguja North Region

Nearby attractions

Changuu Island

27.3 mi

Baraka Natural Aquarium - Nungwi

32.7 mi

Hakuna Matata Spice Farm

18.4 mi

zanzibar kilosas conservation

32.6 mi

Available Rooms

1 Queen • 387 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Queen • 538 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Queen • 387 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Queen • 409 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Queen • 409 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

$$$$

Marafiki Bungalows

$$$$

9.1 / 10.0

Outstanding(562 Ratings)

Hotel in Unguja North Region

4-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

About this hotel

Marafiki Bungalows is located on the beach in Kiwengwa,overlooking the ocean.Zanzibar International Airport is a 1 hour drive away.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Beachfront or waterfront

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Unguja North Region

Nearby attractions

Changuu Island

27.3 mi

Baraka Natural Aquarium - Nungwi

32.7 mi

Hakuna Matata Spice Farm

18.4 mi

zanzibar kilosas conservation

32.6 mi

Available Rooms

1 Queen • 387 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Queen • 538 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Queen • 387 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Queen • 409 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Queen • 409 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

9.1 / 10.0

Outstanding(562 Ratings)

100% verified reviews

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2024

We loved our stay and will come back to Marafiki Bungalows!

Super nice and helpful! We loved Justina, Esther and Susi but honestly the boss who runs the place is defensively Tiger the cat. 🐈😻 we are still in love with him! Breakfast, lunch and dinner was always more than good and the special evenings as Masai night and live music was really fun! Thank you for planning our trips, our transports to the airport and all other requests we had and for those awesome ice coffees at the pool. 😍

There is nothing we could complain about. Super clean, nice and friendly staff!

8.0 / 10.0

Feb 2024

Siamo stati benissimo da Marafiki, ci siamo sentiti accolti come in famiglia e abbiamo trascorso dei bei momenti.

La struttura era molto accogliente e pulita, lo staff sempre disponibile e cordiale. Molto utile il refill dell’acqua e davvero ottimo il cibo. Colazione completa .

Il punto mare non era all’altezza delle foto. Purtroppo si erano accumulate molte alghe a riva ed era impossibile soggiornare in spiaggia durante il giorno. Tuttavia la struttura aveva messo a disposizione un servizio navetta gratis verso la spiaggia di kiwengwa li vicino. Noi non ne abbiamo usufruito in quanto abbiamo fatto altre escursioni in quei giorni ma sicuramente è una buona alternativa. Tuttavia spiaggia non all’altezza delle foto.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

Famille Smirani

Le calme de l'hôtel, la piscine avec une vue imprenable sur l'océan indien, l'équipe est top mention special a Asma et Buterfly pour leur sympathie et leur bienveillance. Bien entendu MONICA qui est parle parfaitement bien le français sans qui notre séjour n'aurait pas été parfait merci Monica vraiment pour votre disponibilité et votre grande bienveillance, vous êtes vraiment notre coup de coeur du séjour. Au plaisir de vous revoir 😉

Un peu loin de tout

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Perfect retreat

It was peaceful and quite - exactly what I was looking for. All hotel area and rooms very clean. Staff friendly and supportive.

9.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Superb

Great food options and a varied menu. Staff were very friendly and attentive.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Relaxing stay in Zanzibar

Amazing staff

n/a

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Magnificent garden

Wonderful hotel with great cabins located in a garden filled with flowers and animals. Pool overlooking the sea and a restuarant with delicious food and a very friendly and helpful staff. Loved our stay :-)

The sea was a bit rough, so it was not really suited for swimming with children from the beach.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

A wonderful stay at Marafiki Bungalows, will definitely recommend it! Thank you very much for everything!!

Great views and place, super kind and friendly staff, spotless clean, always smells good, easy communication with managers and staff, flexibility. Everything!

8.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Very relaxing and peaceful stay

The location is very convenient to reach. Very calm and relaxed place. The design of the property the house gives so close to swahili cultural.

The entrance to the road has a very bad bumpy road with no street lights

9.0 / 10.0

Jun 2023

Superb

Very friendly staff The entire place was very charming

9.0 / 10.0

Jun 2023

We really enjoyed our stay! Would come again and recommend.

Friendly and helpful staff, beautiful garden, clean and tidy facilities, European plugs, daily room cleanups and fresh towels, nice pool and cozy restaurant that serves food whenever you’re hungry. laid back vibe.

WiFi wasn’t always working well. But that’s it and to be expected on Zanzibar.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

Gorgeous place with pool, ocean and garden!

Calm and cozy during rainy season. I would definitely recommend this place. Bungalows are spacious and beautiful. Frendly staff, amazing breakfast, gorgeous garden!

everything was perfect if you are looking for a calm place to relax!

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

Perfect family retreat on Zanzibar

Very nice staff, relaxed ambiance, comfortable yet still felt genuine and close to nature, great food, secluded location. Good wifi

Only a minor thing, the beds and pillows were too hard for us parents, but ok for our teenagers

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

A visit to paradise.

The friendliness of all the staff from the two lovely hosts all the way to the cleaning ladies. Everyone gave their utmost to make our visit perfect. The food was delicious and the service 100%. I will definitely tell my friends about Marafiki Bungalows.

Couldn't fault them in any respect.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

Superb.

The room with a view was spectacular. Staff were wonderful. Food was great. I could live there.

9.0 / 10.0

Mar 2023

Superb

We had a wonderful time at Marafiki Bungalows. The room and pool was gorgeous and the restaurant was delicious. I also enjoyed the live music nights.

10.0 / 10.0

Mar 2023

Exceptional

very friendly and helpful staff

9.0 / 10.0

Feb 2023

Superb

Very nice stuff and comfort bungalos. Good food as well.

There is missing good beach. This is only minus.

9.0 / 10.0

Jan 2023

Superb

- Very kind and arranging staff - great breakfasts; restaurant has a tasty diversified menu and reasonably priced for lunch/dinner - free drinking water - spacious and comfortable rooms - nice activities (live band, yoga)

the hotel's access to the sea/beach is not the most ideal

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2023

A hidden gem! A favourite I will return to!

the food, the wonderful staff and the peaceful and quiet atmosphere!

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2023

Exceptional

Outstanding place to stay, staff is fabulous, garden lush and peaceful. Very family friendly, directly on the beach, pool is nice.. Cool breeze in a very very hot climate. Went there over New years and they had the best celebration, drums and dj on the beach. Food was by far the best I have ever had. It was the best time ever. Will definitely go back there!!!

Only down side, its quite remote, so no shops or restaurants near by. But if you happy with chilling at the lodge, which we did most of the time (and you dont easily get bored), then its the place to go.

8.0 / 10.0

Jan 2023

exceptional , can’t wait to visit again

The infinity pool & the friendly staff

it would be nice to have different menu options for the duration of your stay as currently there is a set menu only

10.0 / 10.0

Dec 2022

Exceptional

Very friendly, warm, relaxing and cosy atmosphere. Perfect place for peace and quiet and relaxation.

10.0 / 10.0

Dec 2022

Exceptional

Location

Could do with leisure activities, board games, faster internet, improve on the menu

10.0 / 10.0

Dec 2022

Exceptional

Absolutely beautiful place. Staff are incredible. Relaxing in every sense. Sad to leave this gem.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2022

good value for the price, staff very helpful

very good management

nothing

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2022

A touch of paradise

The environment felt like a little garden paradise, the staff is incredible nice, hospitable and also very much themselves. Restaurant had the best dishes we ate on Zanzibar. A True touch of paradise. Thanks great staff:)

Nothing

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2022

Comfortable stay, and memorable experience

We carry fond memories of our stay at Marafiki Bungalows. it was perfect for the family, two young children and a teenager. It's a great breakfast everyday, the pool was very clean, spacious garden and place by the ocean for a quiet read or walk by the beach. The staff are very friendly, took extra care to ensure we were comfortable and the children's needs were met - food, towels..and lots of smiles. the food is really good too...look out for Swahili Night while there. There are many great options for local cuisine and other choices from the menu. Thank you to the Marafiki Family for a memorable stay! and thank you Butterfly! from us the kids : )

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Unguja North Region?

The average price for a rental in Unguja North Region is $176 per night. This rental is $18 above the average.

Is parking included with this hotel?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Marafiki Bungalows. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Marafiki Bungalows. Enjoy the water!

Is Marafiki Bungalows pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Marafiki Bungalows?

We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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Marafiki Bungalows

Hotel in Unguja North Region

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Unguja North Region

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Marafiki Bungalows

Hotel in Unguja North Region

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Unguja North Region

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Unguja North Region?

Is parking included with this hotel?

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Is Marafiki Bungalows pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Marafiki Bungalows?

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