Kiwengwa Beach Resort
Resort in Unguja North Region
5-Star Resort
Reasons to book
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Air conditioner and more
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About this resort
Luxury resort on the beach, with outdoor pool
Catch some rays on Kiwengwa Beach Resort's private white sand beach or spend the day relaxing at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the resort's 3 restaurants.
Kiwengwa Beach Resort offers 120 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.
A private beach, an outdoor tennis court, and a health club are featured at the resort. An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a steam room and a fitness center.
Catch some rays on Kiwengwa Beach Resort's private white sand beach or spend the day relaxing at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the resort's 3 restaurants.
Kiwengwa Beach Resort offers 120 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.
Bathrooms include showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.
A private beach, an outdoor tennis court, and a health club are featured at the resort. An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a steam room and a fitness center.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Hot tub or spa
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden
Map of Unguja North Region
Available Rooms
Suite, 1 Double Bed, Sea View, Sea Facing
1 Double • 452 ft²
Sleeps 3
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Standard Double Room, Garden View, Garden Area
1 King • 344 ft²
Sleeps 3
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Deluxe Room, Pool View, Beachside
1 King • 32 ft²
Sleeps 3
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Family Room
1 Double • 2 Single • 366 ft²
Sleeps 4
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SWIM-UP
1 Queen • 366 ft²
Sleeps 3
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Reviews
0.5
If you have booked, rebook. If you are thinking about booking, rethink. I must issue a warning as this might ruin your vacation.
This is a disco-club hotel for age 60+ and nothing else.
We have never left a hotel early before, this was a first. At first glance, it looks like a 5-star resort, nice environment but rooms are ok but not what you expect for the price.
We booked the swim-up suite ocean view. Small strip of water which is not connected to any of the main pools. Clean though, I’ll give them that.
Arriving here was one of the worst hotel experiences of our lives.
Our problem was the constant dance music. During daytime there is a DJ screaming in the microphone (not the good kind) nonstop, so no relaxing wherever you are on the premises.
Our room was 150 meters away from the bar but we heard everything with doors closed.
The music is extremely loud constantly, and we tried to sleep at 9.30 pm with earplugs, that didn’t help. The music kept pounding through earplugs, and it sounded like a techno-festival (which we at times enjoy but not at a 5 star resort). At 10.45 pm we called the reception and asked about the volume, they apologised and said “we will check”. 11.15 pm I went there to see what was happening and the bar (close to the reception) had 30 people screaming to ABBA and they said “sorry we will close shortly”.
This would be absolutely fine if they actually mentioned this on hotels.com.
So we feel obliged to issue a warning about it.
2.5
The food was excellent in the the african restaurant and the seafood restaurant. The main one was all in all mediocre. The breakfast was also dissapointing. The fruits were good!
5.0
We have just had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The hotel itself is huge but so tastefully done and built in a way that if you want to find quiet you can, if you want beach you can, if you want activties there are many on offer, it has something for everyone. The rooms are lovely and it is incredible to believe that you are in a country where so many people do not have power in their homes or running clean water and yet this hotel has 3 beautiful and immaculate pools, as well as numerous rooms with a swim up pool. We were fortunate to have one of these and loved it, it was so lovely. The staff need a special mention, nothing is ever too much trouble, they are just the lovliest of people and then there is the super animation team providing water aerobics, beach parties and volleyball for those who seek something to do. The hotel seems to be a destintaion in particulalry for French and Polish tourists and so there were both French and Polish speakers in the animation team, as well as English of course. This was a brilliant hotel.
4.0
A wonderful hotel. Personally welcomed by the general manager Angela. Beautiful beach on your doorstep. Went to La Base Kite for lunch. Some points of interest:
Cleaning fitness room and equipment. A number of devices are also broken. Follow-up of reported malfunctions is not yet well developed
2.0
Was ok hotel but Not 5 stars hotel, we paid everything included but anything you ask is extra charge even bottle water, espresso coffee,,and the food was under average..
2.0
Amazing service and kind people. Very clean !!! Good pool and vibe
5.0
The staff and grounds of this hotel are absolutely amazing! The buffet is perfect! Every dish is delicious! The main pool is clean and deep with a shallow lounging area. We didn’t visit the other 2 pools… why leave perfection! I wish we could have stayed longer. Two daisy was not enough!
2.0
Great facilities. Rooms, pools, etc, etc top notch and a beautiful place.
Food looked good, but really rather bad. Not sure I’ve ever seen somebody mess up grilled crabs or lobster to the point they were inedible. Would not recommend all inclusive and all meals here. Indifferent service relative to anywhere else we went I. Kenya and Tanzania. Resort largely caters to European tour operators and little in it I guess for staff or management to provide anything but bare minimum service.
2.5
Amazing time, very helpful staff and allows smiling and friendly
Definitely will be back
1.5
Uncomfortable bed but other than that a nice hotel if you like big resorts. They’d did some renovations during our stay and I believe the new rooms looks nice!
All the staff is super friendly!
5.0
Nice property
Thanks for all of stuff
2.5
We booked a swim up room 117 and it was wonderfull. All the swimming pools are extreamly clean and more than big enough for all the guests. We booked only breakfast which was good with enough options. Staff are very friendly and all the service done with a smile. We hope to visit you again. Asante
5.0
Kind staff, prompt response, good security, beautiful beach, good enough meals, good for family
5.0
Everything was pleasant
2.5
Excellent family holiday. Staff is friendly. Room by the pool with balcony very comfortable. Good variety of food. Spa was such a great spoil. Overall highly recommended.
3.0
Property is some what quieter than the other beaches around the coast. Very limited restaurants options around the area. Food at the buffet was very basic and underspiced on many of the days. Nevertheless, we liked the location and how quiet the beach was. Was amazing taking walks without feeling surrounded by many people. Staff were great, friendly all the time and very helpful.
2.5
This is a perfect and so beautiful resort which is clean, safe and very nice staff. Lovely pool and beach. The room was beautiful. We stayed just for a weekend. Our concern would be to stay her for two weeks and have the all inclusive becuase the food was not so good. Drinks where good.
5.0
Staff very kind and helpful. Property very well located , well maintained and the entire day they offered all type of different activities.
2.5
Staff very kind and helpful. Property very well located , well maintained and the entire day they offered all type of different activities.
2.5
It was amazing. Foods, scenic views, and facilities.
1.5
We had an ok stay in this hotel. BUT It’s definitely not worth the five stars its been rated with.
Restaurant had bad variety and even though we repeatedly told the staff about allergies we were given food (multiple times) that included those allergens which resulted in disease for days.
Poor wifi that kept disconnecting, AC went down a number of times and an extremely expensive minimart that NEVER had change to give.
Didn’t bring kids but other guests were drunk around the hour so we really wouldn’t recommend it to families.
Nice beach but full of sea weed.
1.5
Fair stay, reception staff very friendly 10/10. Unfortunately zero follow through on requests for room to be cleaned and plates removed. I found more plates on steps leading up to my room after returning from beach and dinner even when i asked reception to send someone to clear up. Housekeeping is under performing, they simply make the bed and take dirty towels, nothing more. No sweeping, mopping, cleaning desk or counters, no enhanced cleaning for covid. No cleaning wash basin or leaving new towels, i had dirty towels on arrival and requested new ones. Food & drinks are VERY bland, same buffet items both nights I stayed. I highly recommend only getting bed & breakfast then pay for your dinner at the a la carte seafood restaurant onsite. Their seafood is 10/10. Hotel provides great activities and exercise classes throughout the day to keep guests entertained, a good spa and gym is available. Wonderful pools, beautiful beach & plenty sunbeds provided by hotel. The sea water is warmer/same as air temperature, and in December summer! so truly a great beach experience! Note: no hotels have private beaches in Zanzibar, beach is public property & rightfully so. There are security guards to help keep order though, so perfectly safe. Overall I'd definitely not return anytime soon to this hotel, it echos of a great bygone era that has sadly passed. Simple things like cleaning and decent food is absent, but easy and inexpensive to elevate. I hope they'll do something about this.
2.5
A very pleasant stay, good service, good food, good position next to a lovely beach.
0.5
THIS PLACE IS CLOSED AND DON'T ACCEPT PEOPLE SO WHY ARE YOU ADVERTISING IT
1.3
The resort was absolutely amazing. We stayed in the Luxury Suites (Ocean View), and we loved it. The suite was spacious, with a jacuzzi on the balcony overlooking the ocean. We purchased an all-inclusive pass, which included adult beverages, breakfast, lunch and dinner. The resort staff were friendly, and anytime we had an issue, they would go above and beyond to remedy this. We were there for Christmas, and they had the most lovely xmas celebration and dinner for everyone. In the subsequent days, there were fire shows, parties, special dinners, and even a Masaai tribal performance. This is one of the best hotel experiences Ive received. Thank you to the staff, who were all amazing!
1.5
The resort was absolutely amazing. We stayed in the Luxury Suites (Ocean View), and we loved it. The suite was spacious, with a jacuzzi on the balcony overlooking the ocean. We purchased an all-inclusive pass, which included adult beverages, breakfast, lunch and dinner. The resort staff were friendly, and anytime we had an issue, they would go above and beyond to remedy this. We were there for Christmas, and they had the most lovely xmas celebration and dinner for everyone. In the subsequent days, there were fire shows, parties, special dinners, and even a Masaai tribal performance. This is one of the best hotel experiences I've received. Thank you to the staff, who were all amazing!
1.0
The environment is so refreshing what a wonderful place to refresh it also cater for children.Dinner was out of this world with a variety of dishes. resort has facilities for entertainment which accommodates everyone. The Spa has facilities which are out of this world and the service was excellent,
1.0
The environment is so refreshing what a wonderful place to refresh it also cater for children.
Dinner was out of this world with a variety of dishes. resort has facilities for entertainment which accommodates everyone. The Spa has facilities which are out of this world and the service was excellent,
1.3
We absolutely loved this resort, and switched from our previous accommodation so we could join our friends here! From the amazing staff (special shoutout Saeed!) to the great food, this property was gorgeous and 100 percent worth the cost, which was higher than wed wanted to pay initially. It was so relaxing and safe, with security to make sure we could leave our belongings wherever we wanted as we switched from pool to ocean and back again.
1.5
We absolutely loved this resort, and switched from our previous accommodation so we could join our friends here! From the amazing staff (special shoutout Saeed!) to the great food, this property was gorgeous and 100 percent worth the cost, which was higher than we'd wanted to pay initially. It was so relaxing and safe, with security to make sure we could leave our belongings wherever we wanted as we switched from pool to ocean and back again.
1.0
It was a great stay - the resort and beachfront are pretty and clean. We just didn’t realize that there would be lots of music for most of the day bc it is all-inclusive so that wasn’t great but our own fault for not thinking of it. Our 5-year-old loves the beach, ocean and pools. Food was good for everybody.
1.0
It was a great stay - the resort and beachfront are pretty and clean. We just didn’t realize that there would be lots of music for most of the day bc it is all-inclusive so that wasn’t great but our own fault for not thinking of it. Our 5-year-old loves the beach, ocean and pools. Food was good for everybody.
5.0
I like the staff very nice people. But the food needs to be improved.
1.3
Amazing hotel, great food and location. The tide goes out a long way so swimming at the beach isnt the best all day but the pool is perfect. Drinks are a little expensive but you can buy them from locals on the beach.
1.3
Amazing hotel, great food and location. The tide goes out a long way so swimming at the beach isn't the best all day but the pool is perfect. Drinks are a little expensive but you can buy them from locals on the beach.
4.0
It's very quiet clean beautiful far from where young people hang out perfect for couples in love great experience for me
2.0
Its very quiet clean beautiful far from where young people hang out perfect for couples in love great experience for me
1.3
The staff was amazing! We where the during a quitter time which made it easier but the staff made us feel like we were the only ones there by getting to know us and making sure all our needs were met. The hotel was very nice and clean with food, drinks and entertainment at your finger tips. For the price we paid, we definitely got our moneys worth!
1.3
Great hotel very recommended!!This place is going throw great change! Wifi: Great in the reception only, if you pay 15$ its great everywhere.Bed: Great Pillows: Great Structure: Good (suite with ocean view). There is some problems like bad smell, no windows (only doors), shower keeps the water on floor Breakfast : Good, big variety of food and find some differences between the days. Fruits and all the breads / cookies no fresh and no that tasty. The other food is good!Taps: Great Shower: pressure is ok, one night without hot water, Great size AC: Great, also have big fanClean: Great Bugs: There are some.. but thats how zanzibar is.. at nights they do bugs spray and you have bed protectionSmells & air: Bad.. keep fan and ac always on Pool: Great and cleanOcean: Great, perfect view and seconds to walkBonuses: Lots of fun!! Pool games and volleyball with Ali and Shabi (amazing animation team!). great stuff! The Guest Relation Ludmila is amazing and all the atmosphere is very goodDefinitely come back again!
1.3
Great hotel very recommended!!
This place is going throw great change!
Wifi: Great in the reception only, if you pay 15$ it's great everywhere.
Bed: Great
Pillows: Great
Structure: Good (suite with ocean view). There is some problems like bad smell, no windows (only doors), shower keeps the water on floor
Breakfast : Good, big variety of food and find some differences between the days. Fruits and all the breads / cookies no fresh and no that tasty. The other food is good!
Taps: Great
Shower: pressure is ok, one night without hot water, Great size
AC: Great, also have big fan
Clean: Great
Bugs: There are some.. but that's how zanzibar is.. at nights they do bugs spray and you have bed protection
Smells & air: Bad.. keep fan and ac always on
Pool: Great and clean
Ocean: Great, perfect view and seconds to walk
Bonuses: Lots of fun!! Pool games and volleyball with Ali and Shabi (amazing animation team!). great stuff! The Guest Relation Ludmila is amazing and all the atmosphere is very good
Definitely come back again!
FAQs
How much does this resort cost compared to others in Unguja North Region?
The average price for a rental in Unguja North Region is $110 per night. This rental is $284 above the average.
Is parking included with this resort?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Kiwengwa Beach Resort. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this resort?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Kiwengwa Beach Resort. Enjoy the water!
Is Kiwengwa Beach Resort pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this resort is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Kiwengwa Beach Resort?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, internet / wifi, laundry, and balcony or patio.
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