Zanzibar House Boutique Hotel

View (from property/room), Sea view, Sea view

4.6

Outstanding(207 Reviews)

Bed and Breakfast in Unguja North Region

4-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

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

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this bed and breakfast

Situated on a private sand beach overlooking the Indian Ocean, Zanzibar House in Matemwe features a swimming pool and bar. Scuba diving and snorkeling opportunities are also available.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Beachfront or waterfront

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Unguja North Region

Nearby attractions

Changuu Island

31.8 mi

Baraka Natural Aquarium - Nungwi

20.6 mi

Hakuna Matata Spice Farm

25.2 mi

zanzibar kilosas conservation

20.5 mi

Available Rooms

1 King • 269 ft²

Sleeps 3

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2 Bunk • 322 ft²

Sleeps 4

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1 Double • 161 ft²

Sleeps 1

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££££

Zanzibar House Boutique Hotel

££££

4.6

Outstanding(207 Reviews)

Bed and Breakfast in Unguja North Region

4-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

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

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this bed and breakfast

Situated on a private sand beach overlooking the Indian Ocean, Zanzibar House in Matemwe features a swimming pool and bar. Scuba diving and snorkeling opportunities are also available.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Beachfront or waterfront

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Unguja North Region

Nearby attractions

Changuu Island

31.8 mi

Baraka Natural Aquarium - Nungwi

20.6 mi

Hakuna Matata Spice Farm

25.2 mi

zanzibar kilosas conservation

20.5 mi

Available Rooms

1 King • 269 ft²

Sleeps 3

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

2 Bunk • 322 ft²

Sleeps 4

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

1 Double • 161 ft²

Sleeps 1

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

Reviews

4.6

Outstanding(207 Reviews)

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4.5

Oct 2024

Très bien

Personnel très gentil ainsi que les patrons. Repas très bien et bonnes quantités mais pas très rapide le soir. Bon emplacement, pour s’y rendre la route est un peu compliqué mais tout s’est bien déroulé. Hôtel très calme et fort intimiste.

5.0

Oct 2024

Loved it

Staff, animals, food and room were all stunning with great facilities.

People hawking at you from the beach and the seaweed on it. The shower fell off the wall but it was promptly fixed and quite funny!

3.5

Oct 2024

Avis très mitigé

Les formules menus sont délicieux, j’y ai goûté également un magnifique Prosecco ! Le personnel est très avenant accueillant et bienveillant. La plage est sublime. Beaucoup d’objets de décorations à découvrir au sein de l’établissement. L’idée de la moustiquaire autour du lit est géniale.

Route très compliquée d’accès. Chambre petite et qui sentent le moisi. Panne de chasse d’eau à répétition. Le mobilier de salle de bain et les outils de douche lavabo et toilettes qui rouillent et sont à changer. Piscine pas très bien entretenu. Les chambres se ferment avec des cadenas on se croirait en cellules de prison, de plus beaucoup trop sombre pas assez de luminosité dans les chambres.

4.0

Oct 2024

An absolutely tremendous experience - directly on Matemwe beach

The location, property, comfort, staff and service were great. We loved the laid back vibe! But, the owner's message in the menu about being inspired by Michelin starred chefs does not reflect the actual menu and the quality of the food served. We ate out a couple of times in the need to find 'local' cuisine. To be honest what we found only a few hundred metres away was delicious, beautifully prepared local food served at a saving on the 'tourist' menu offered at the Zanzibar House Boutique Hotel.

The restaurant menu and food quality.

4.0

Aug 2024

A hotel that feels like home

The hotel is located on the beach and it has a magnificent sea view. You immediately feel in paradise. The rooms were clean and well decorated and they were cleaned (and sprayed against mosquitoes twice a day). The bed was very comfortable and the only thing you heard during the night was the sea. The staff is very friendly and it is the perfect place to relax. The host ( Miria) was extremely caring, friendly, and made us feel at home. Regarding the services, I had two amazing massages and I can highly recommend it. Every morning there were delicious freshly baked goods. It is clear that this small hotel is managed with a lot of love and you are welcomed as if you’re part of the hosts’ home. The waiting staff (especially Lina and Michael) were fantastic.

The location is beautiful but it also very quiet and the beach has quite a lot of seaweed. It is thus not the perfect place for swimming. The hotel is not suitable for those very allergic to cats or who don’t like them in general. We had no problems because we love cats, but it’s worth mentioning.

5.0

Aug 2024

Heaven

Everything. It’s a little paradise with such beautiful little touches such as the pre prepared beach bag in the room. Everyone was incredibly friendly and the dinner was a taste heaven. It’s the perfect place to reenergise and relax. The room had a gorgeous view of the beach and sea. The attention to detail here is beyond words.

Nothing! I wish I had stayed longer - I will be back.

5.0

Jul 2024

Dolce relax su una spiaggia infinita

Zanzibar House è un luogo meraviglioso dove ho passato 4 giorni di puro relax. Grazie all'accoglienza di Miriam, sempre attenta e gentile e alla bellezza della casa, arredata con gusto e piena di oggetti particolari, il soggiorno qui predispone al benessere. L'affaccio sulla spiaggia di sabbia bianchissima appaga la vista, la sontuosa colazione a buffet e la cucina del ristorante soddisfano il palato, il rombo dell'oceano di sottofondo induce a un sonno ristoratore. Tutto il personale è estremamente gentile e pronto a esaudire ogni richiesta. La struttura mette anche a disposizione degli ospiti delle biciclette per spostarsi nei paraggi con più celerità.

Mi è piaciuto tutto moltissimo e spero di ritornare presto.

4.5

Feb 2024

Davvero rilassante

Comodissimo hotel sul mare e ristorante molto buono. I proprietari si prodigano nell'organizzare escursioni e nell'assistenza alla clientela.

5.0

Dec 2023

Semplicemente un posto dove innamorarsi , spiaggia relax e ottimo cibo

I proprietari sono stati gentili e disponibili e attenti su tutto! Organizzano qualsiasi tipo di escursione, affidatevi ai loro consigli e contatti per fare le gite! Miriam & Massimiliano hanno reso la nostra permanenza una favola! Ottima posizione, direttamente sul mare , casa tutta in stile zanzibarino.. io ho adorato ogni minimo dettaglio. Ambienti tutti curati e pulito ovunque. Camere spaziose con letto comodo con zanzariere, lenzuola morbide, bagno funzionale con prodotti e biancheria da bagno . Aria condizionata, frigobar e bollitore x caffè o tisana. Colazione servita dalle 7.30 alle 10.00 e’ a buffet tra dolce e salato tutto fatto in casa , brioches pane , torte , crostata , uova , salumi , latte cereali … praticamente di tutto . Il personale gentilissimo, i camerieri Lina e Nicolas sempre sorridenti e gentili… ma tutto lo staff stupendo per rendere questo posto un paradiso . Abbiamo cenato al ristorante tutte le sere perché abbiamo optato per la mezza pensione.. non potevamo che fare una scelta così azzeccata! Tutto buonissimo , ravioli con ripieno Dorado sono rimasti nel cuore! Lettino e ombrellone a disposizione degli ospiti, nella parte privata della spiaggia che si affaccia sulla distesa di Matamwe. E’ soggetta alle maree ma ogni giorno sulla lavagnetta sono indicati gli orari . Di fronte c’è la barriera corallina e potete fare snorkling o andare a cercare le stelle marine! Non sarei più andata via!

Come in tutta l’isola , tenete conto , una Tassa del 5% con pagamento carta di credito

5.0

Jul 2023

The best place to stay for a beach holiday.

What an absolutely delightful place to call home for a few days! We were looking for a restful spot on a quiet beach after our safari and this was it. The building itself is fascinating….lots of history within, unique and quirky and has everything you need and more. Our rooms were comfy and clean and the balcony in each room overlooking the beach was great. Massi and Miria are the perfect host…there when you need them with answers to all your questions. All staff were so kind and friendly…restaurant staff with whom we interacted the most were the best. The daily breakfast had a perfect selection of continental and hot options. And a juice with fruit and avocado that I wish I could have bottled and brought back home. We ate all three dinners there and they were out of this world (I’m running out of superlatives to describe our stay!). With Massi’s obvious influence they were all traditional Italian. Four amazing courses each night and only $20 USD per person. Worth so much more. I wholeheartedly recommend Zanzibar House as a perfect place to stay for a beach break. Suggest taking the taxi service offered on their site as we chose not to and our cab driver had difficulty locating it. With the help of a kind local on a motorbike however, we did. Thank you Massi and Miria.

We loved everything

5.0

Jul 2023

Exceptional

All positive: very quite place, nice room, great beach.

3.5

Mar 2023

Good!

Dinner and breakfast Balcony so relaxing So friendly to children, all local staff are so warm and geniue On the beach or in the pool! Beautiful interior

Not dislike, but we 2+2 kids did feel limited in the facing palm forest room. Next time we would check carefully the size and layout Left early in the morning around 8, no-one said bye to us

5.0

Mar 2023

Exceptional

Excellent Italian Food

4.0

Feb 2023

it was good, enjoyed the ocean

I loved the beach, the customer care from the staff, from the owner and the employees. The decoration of the place is really good. we loved it

The breakfast, too limited, we could use some variety. TV channels can be better

4.5

Feb 2023

Superb

extremely beautiful location, super quiet, friendly staff

took a long time for service/when ordering something but I think that’s just a general Zanzibar thing

5.0

Nov 2022

Exceptional

The ospitality of the owners The friendly staff Location that is convinient for travelling around the island and super quiet for a relaxing stay

Nothing

4.0

Oct 2022

Great few days break. Very accommodating owner. Good tour organisation.

Very quiet, out of the beaten track. Friendly staff. Good home cooked food.

you’re dépendant on hotel transport if you don’t have your own vehicle.

5.0

Oct 2022

Definitely recomended as a unique place

A Swahili House as the owner describes it…stunning decor and very practical indeed. Very quiet all times, good location and a magnificent stretch of sand. Breakfast has all that you may desire

4.5

Aug 2022

A blissful escape! Lots of charm, a lovely home away from home.

Beautiful little family run place, the perfect home from home feeling. They have lots of lovely small touches to add to the charm like an evening turn down service. It's such a warm, friendly place but with nothing pushy for tours/food etc. I loved it, have recommended to many friends already!

5.0

Jul 2022

best of the best!!! like paradise

we loved everything!!! Massimo and Miriam the Italian couple that owns the hotel do an excellent job in pleasing their guests. amazing service, top notch quality food and special thanks to friendly staff.

nothing we didnt like.

4.0

Jun 2022

Super relaxed, clean, very friendly an awesome place to relax

If you just want to relax, this is the place to be. Not much around but an amazing beach, nice chilled pool and good beach beds to spend the day. Friendly staff taking care of you and excursions if you want to. The food was pretty good. We booked the place with breakfast and dinner included. Breakfast was good even though some variety might have been great. Dinner was great and substantial - 4 courses every night of great local/ Italian food. The best of the restaurant is, Elena!! Great service and a great smile.

At the time there were some issues with the water supply but this was not something that would us no recommending the place. As mentioned before: a bit more variety in breakfast offerings would be great.

5.0

May 2022

Exceptional

This place has something magic, felt like a queen the minute I walked in and was treated like a queen till I walked out! Well run establishment, very personnal attention and service, this place has so many extras, at dawn they prep your room for you, fresh water available all day free of charge, chef is going xtra mile , etc... keep up the good job!

5.0

Apr 2022

Perfect place to spend some quite, relaxing days at the beach

everything… - the location (it is very private and quite - you can walk along the beach for hours) - pool & garden - the food is AMAZING - the staff is incredibly friendly and professional

nothing

5.0

Mar 2022

Perfect paradise on earth❤️

Everything is perfect in Zanzibar house. And I mean it. There are so many little details that makes you feel like at home. You feel most welcome. it is real paradise on earth. There are not enough words to describe it- go and feel I yourself. I was so amazed. The pictures don’t show the real beauty of this place.

I had booked it only for one night. It means, I need to come back❤️They should have 10 stars already❤️

5.0

Feb 2022

Like having my own holiday house in Zanzibar. Coming back in 2023.

Great with a choise of american stile and continental buffet. A real family run resort with only 7 rooms and no rush. You can walk straight from your bed in the morning and 50 meters, you are swimming in the Indian Ocean. So cool.

Nothing at all not to like.

5.0

Jan 2022

Tranquil and peaceful - a wonderful relaxed atmosphere.

A wonderful place and tranquil hideaway with respect for traditional architecture and the comforts of modern living. The staff is exceptionally sweet and caring and Maxi, the owner and his wife lives here themselves and they are doing their utmost to ensure a wonderful stay for all visitors and succeeding very much at this :-)

Chairs on the balcony to the rooms are a bit to upright for my taste, but the hanging chairs are super !

5.0

Dec 2021

Exceptional

Absolutely great accommodation at the beach with very nice owner. They let me check in early with no extra cost. Great meals and services. Recommanded!

3.0

Nov 2021

Pleasant

Location is bad, there are not shops, local transport or bar and restaurants

It is isolated and far from anything. The owner is very arrogant

4.5

Oct 2021

Superb

It’s absolutely lovely. Great room, good food, couldn’t ask for more.

Can’t think of a thing.

4.0

Oct 2021

An oasis of calm

I spent a total of 17 days in Zanzibar house on a solo vacation. I highly recommend this hotel. It’s a great place to relax and the location on the beach is just exquisite. The hospitality from the staff was fantastic, they were well mannered and catered to my needs. I was also moved by the kindness of Max and Mariam, they were very kind to me when I fell ill during my holiday. I can’t say enough of how much I enjoyed my time there.

Nothing

FAQs

How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in Unguja North Region?

The average price for a rental in Unguja North Region is £88 per night. This rental is £14 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Zanzibar House Boutique Hotel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Zanzibar House Boutique Hotel. Enjoy the water!

Is Zanzibar House Boutique Hotel pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Zanzibar House Boutique Hotel?

We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and smoking allowed.

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Zanzibar House Boutique Hotel

Bed and Breakfast in Unguja North Region

Reasons to book

About this bed and breakfast

Amenities

Map of Unguja North Region

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Zanzibar House Boutique Hotel

Bed and Breakfast in Unguja North Region

Reasons to book

About this bed and breakfast

Amenities

Map of Unguja North Region

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in Unguja North Region?

Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?

Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?

Is Zanzibar House Boutique Hotel pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Zanzibar House Boutique Hotel?

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