Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel - Matemwe (Zanzibar)

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Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel - Matemwe (Zanzibar)
Matemwe, Matemwe (Zanzibar), Tanzania·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect · 219 reviews
9.2Perfect
Staff9.7
Cleanliness9.6
Comfort9.5
Facilities9.3
Location9.3
Who stays here
Couples60%
Families21%
Groups13%
Solo6%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect · 219 reviews
9.2Perfect
Staff9.7
Cleanliness9.6
Comfort9.5
Facilities9.3
Location9.3
Who stays here
Couples60%
Families21%
Groups13%
Solo6%

Beachfront boutique hotel with circular rooms and private beach in Matemwe, Zanzibar

Accommodations

Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel offers individual bungalows with sea-facing verandas that increase privacy. The unique circular room design provides distinctive accommodation not found elsewhere. Seafront rooms have balconies for ocean views and are decorated with exposed wooden beams and ethnic details.

Dining

The restaurant at Boutique Kiva serves a menu inspired by Zanzibar tradition and fresh seafood caught daily. European specialties complement the local offerings, and a buffet breakfast with a variety of options is provided every morning. The bar serves cocktails and a selection of beverages, with the lounge area and TV room available for guests.

Wellness

On-site spa services at Villa Kiva Matemwe offer holistic health treatments including full body, head, and neck massages. Spa facilities include an open-air bath, sun loungers, and sun umbrellas for relaxation. Yoga classes are held twice a week, and the spa also provides beauty services and body scrubs.

Activities

Diving and snorkeling trips to Mnemba Atoll can be arranged from Villa Kiva. The hotel organizes bike tours, walking tours, and themed dinner nights for guests. On-site activities include cycling, fishing, happy hour, and live music or sport events.

Beach & Location

Villa Kiva Zanzibar is located along its own private sandy beach in Matemwe, offering exclusive beach access. Guests have direct access to the local fish market, providing an authentic Zanzibar experience. Stone Town is 28 miles away from the hotel, and Zanzibar Airport is 33 miles away with airport shuttle service available.

  • Beach: Private sandy beach in Matemwe
  • Rooms: Circular bungalows with sea-facing verandas
  • Dining: Zanzibar tradition & fresh seafood menu
  • Wellness: Spa with holistic treatments and yoga classes
  • Activities: Diving, snorkeling, bike tours
  • Family: Kids' pool and separate children's rooms
  • Location: 28 miles from Stone Town, near Mnemba Atoll
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-22:00
from 08:00-11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs USD 17.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Swahili
Building
Number of rooms:28
Former name
Villa Kiva, P.O. Box 3151 - Zanzibar
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Rooms and availability

Junior Suite
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
Superior Double Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
Comfort Triple Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Coffee shop

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Body scrub

Back massage

Head massage

Full body massage

Sports & Fitness

  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Yoga class
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Pet amenities available
  • Housekeeping
  • Car rental
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Children

  • Cribs
  • Board games
  • Children's menu
  • Children's pool

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness center
  • Body scrub
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Open-air bath

Room view

  • Sea view
  • Garden view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 136 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 33.3 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Kisauni, ZNZ

Location

Matemwe, Matemwe (Zanzibar), Tanzania
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Matemwe, Matemwe (Zanzibar), Tanzania
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Matemwe, Matemwe (Zanzibar), Tanzania
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Scuba Libre Diving Centre
100 yd
Furaha Snorkeling and Taxi Trips
100 yd
Restaurant
Furaha Local Restaurant
200 yd

Reviews of Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel

9.2 /10
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219 reviews
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