Escape to Mvuvi Boutique Resort, an oceanfront haven refurbished in 2024. Bask in the tropical sun at the private beach with cabanas and loungers or indulge in a rejuvenating spa massage. With two restaurants serving international cuisine, snorkeling activities, and high-speed WiFi, this boutique resort is perfect for relaxation.
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9.6 out of 10, Loved by guests
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Popular amenities
Spa
Airport transfer
Parking available
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
On a private beach
2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
Full-service spa
2 outdoor pools
Free beach cabanas
Beach umbrellas
Beach sun loungers
Beach towels
Hot tub
Beach bar
Airport shuttle
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Coffee/tea maker
$159 nightly
The total price is $212
$212 total
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Total with taxes and fees
Why we love this property
Beachside bliss
This resort boasts a private white sand beach. Free cabanas, umbrellas, and loungers await. Snorkeling and boat tours create perfect beach day adventures.
Spa sanctuary
The full-service spa offers deep-tissue, sports, and Swedish massages in serene treatment rooms. A hot tub and peaceful garden complete this resort retreat.
Sleep in style
Guestrooms boast furnished balconies where resort views await. Inside, rainfall showerheads and nightly turndown service elevate the stay.
Placing you just steps from Kiwengwa Beach, Mvuvi Boutique Resort offers a private beach where you can enjoy free cabanas, beach umbrellas, and beachside drinks. 2 outdoor pools provide plenty of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in deep-tissue massages at the spa. Mvuvi Beach Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a hot tub, and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
18 units
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free offsite parking nearby
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Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
2 restaurants
2 bars/lounges
Beach bar
Private dining
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
On a private beach
Boat tours
Snorkeling
Safari nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Free beach cabanas
Beach sun loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Water sports equipment
Romance packages
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Mosquito nets
2 outdoor pools
Full-service spa
Hot tub
Massage/treatment rooms
Accessibility
Accessible airport shuttle
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Turndown service
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Furnished balcony/patio
Freshen up
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is open daily.
Dining
Mvuvi Beach Restaurant - Overlooking the ocean, this fine-dining restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
The Beach Lounge - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night
An effective city/local tax rate of 12.00 percent will be charged
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3 percent
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between April 1 and May 31.
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Outside food is not permitted on the premises.
Also known as
Mvuvi
Mvuvi Kiwengwa
Mvuvi Resort
Mvuvi Resort Kiwengwa
Mvuvi Resort Zanzibar/Kiwengwa
Mvuvi Boutique Resort Kiwengwa
Mvuvi Boutique Resort
Mvuvi Boutique Kiwengwa
Mvuvi Boutique
Mvuvi Boutique Resort Zanzibar Island/Kiwengwa
Mvuvi Boutique Resort Resort
Mvuvi Boutique Resort Kiwengwa
Mvuvi Boutique Resort Resort Kiwengwa
Frequently asked questions
Is Mvuvi Boutique Resort currently open?
The property is closed between April 1 and May 31.
Does Mvuvi Boutique Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Mvuvi Boutique Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Mvuvi Boutique Resort?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools.
Are pets allowed at Mvuvi Boutique Resort?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Mvuvi Boutique Resort?
No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Mvuvi Boutique Resort?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 50 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Mvuvi Boutique Resort?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Mvuvi Boutique Resort and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like snorkeling and boat tours. Additional recreation nearby includes game drives and safari tours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa, soothe your senses in the hot tub, or go for a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Mvuvi Boutique Resort also has 2 bars and a private beach, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Mvuvi Boutique Resort?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring international cuisine and ocean views.
Does Mvuvi Boutique Resort have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.
What's the area around Mvuvi Boutique Resort like?
Mvuvi Boutique Resort is located a short 2-minute walk from Kiwengwa Beach.
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Reviews
Mvuvi Boutique Resort Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.6
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
9.8
Staff & service
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The beach at this property has some of the finest, softest white sand and offers a serene and peaceful atmosphere. (7 reviews)
Breakfast was delicious and the staff went above and beyond to accommodate guests' preferences. (3 reviews)
The saltwater pool was a highlight, offering a great experience for guests. (3 reviews)
Delightful boutique hotel on a nice and quiet beach. So nice to see the sunrise in the morning and the fishermen setting out to get their daily catch. The staff is friendly and service-minded often working quietly in the background to make sure you’re taken care of. The food was surprisingly good. The rooms are beautifully decorated. We enjoyed the view from the balcony. The only downside was that the beds were a bit on the hard side - and very squeaky :)
Jorn Ivar
Jorn Ivar, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2025
Food was great - with the full-board option it was probably the highest quality “all-inclusive” experience we had. Beach, pool, and water sports were all great. The resort itself is nice but still feels African which is why we booked it originally.
Matthew
Matthew, 8-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2026
You cannot have more than this. Excellent position, quiet, large rooms well equipped, with lovely forniture, rooms are resetted twice a day. Cuisine is fantastic, menu change everyday with International and local dishes. It is a wonderful place where staying in Zanzibar.
VITO
VITO, 6-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 8, 2025
Everything was wonderful, starting with impeccable service, staff is so attentive and make you feel so welcome. The location and the beach is stunning, the rooms are beautifully decorated and spacious, the restaurant has an excellent menu. I highly recommend! And I also loved the spa!
pascale
pascale, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2025
Wonderful Boutique Hotel with a nearby 'sister' hotel. We took the half board plan (breakfast and dinner) and at lunch dined at some of the other near by resorts. The employees were extremely friendly and helpful everyday. The food was quite good at both resorts. The intimacy of this resort was great. Beach has some of the finest, softest white sand we've ever walked on. What a joy to stay here. Highly recommend.
Susan
Susan, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
Highly recommend staying at Mvuvi if staying on the east side of the island! Staff was always attentive and made sure our stay was wonderful. Both restaurants were fantastic! It was easy to book all of our excursions through Mvuvi and made it super convenient. Overall, we had a fantastic stay.
Abbey Pratt
Abbey Pratt, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2024
The most perfect relaxing holiday. I will refer people to visit this property.
Mohamed
Mohamed, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2024
Amazing hotel!
There were three of us who stayed here for 5 days over Christmas. Everything was fantastic, the food, the environment, the activities, the service. It was exactly what we were looking for and more. I would definitely recommend staying here. Thank you for a great vacation!
Christina
Christina, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2023
A beautiful resort with nice clean rooms, nice pool & the best food we had our whole holiday! We had half board & were blown away by the food. The best beach right outside your door & wonderful staff.
rosanna
rosanna, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 4, 2025
Refreshing Quiet in Zanzibar
Gorgeous quiet resort owned by Italian couple that has provided a retreat on the Zanzibar coast. Delicious food and great service. I was here with a friend after a business conference in Dar es Salaam and very happy I chose this place of quiet and refreshment.
Erika
Erika, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2024
I can’t say enough wonderful things about my stay at Mvuvi. The facilities were amazing but the staff and their attention to detail was probably the best part. I felt pampered and so taken care of throughout my entire stay.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2024
Beach Front Beauty. Lots of properties along the water, so tons of opportunities to try something new. Quite, relaxing, great, friendly staff. Beautiful accommodations and room is always well cleaned often.
Olesya
Olesya, 5-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 12, 2025
Setting was lovely as were the staff. The food was very good but the room was very basic. Very small, no chair and nowhere to put luggage, only on the floor which was difficult and a trip hazard. Our outside space was great but our room was under the kitchen which was very noisy. Overall way too expensive for what we got.
Gillian
Gillian, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2024
This was my best hotel stay in Zanibar. The staff was great and the dining service was so delicious! You can dine at both hotels. The body scrub massage is a must. The rooms was very clean and quiet. They accommodated my coconut allergies by going out buying me body wash, hand soap, shampoo and conditioner.
Lataryna
Lataryna, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2024
Brilliant a couldn’t have asked for more
Incredible service from the staff on every level was what made this place - as well as it being beautiful. Very quiet and relaxed, loved the food (most other restaurants couldn’t compete) and was impressed by the tours we did with them. The room was stunning and cleaned twice a day. A little bit of peace for a week was what we needed
Carly
Carly, 6-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 25, 2023
I spent four relaxing days at Mvuvi Boutique Resorts in Kiwengwa, Zanzibar. The staff was amazing, the beach was beautiful, and the food was delicious. This is a great spot for unwinding after a safari or any other adventure. It was affordable and intimate. I also had one of the best massages I’ve ever had. Highly recommend!
Maria
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 2, 2024
This was an amazing boutique property with pleasant and very helpful staff. With all that said, the only negative is the immediate area/neighborhood outside of the gate. The management should spend more to enhance the standard of the area and help the people living in that area. This would make it more inviting for guests like us who wanted to go fora walk the area.
Alicia
Alicia, 7-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 6, 2023
Amazing small hotel with crazily good service.
This was a perfect boutique hotel - exceptionally pretty and with everything we were looking for. The rooms are just metres from the beach, the food is extremely good, and the team can't be beaten. Getting up at 3.50am to gift us fresh fruit for a trip was absolutely exceptional but in keeping with the service we received throughout our stay. Nothing was too much trouble, and they also went out of their way to make sure that they accommodated our (vegan) dietary requirements. Cannot recommend too highly.
Danielle
Danielle, 7-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2023
Grace and her staff made us feel very special during our entire stay. The intimate resort of 9 rooms exceeded our expectations. The food at every meal was outstanding..coming from foodies who run restaurants!! Every request was met with “yes..of course”. Caroline who manages the property proactively reach out in advance for car transfer service as well as organizing a snorkel excision day was perfect We could not have been happier with our experience. We will be back for sure!!!
tammy
tammy, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2024
Beyond a beautiful setting, the staff and service make Mvuvi very special. Everyone is kind and helpful — including the drivers they use. They use a WhatsApp group to inform you of opportunities and activities. And a direct WhatsApp to organize transfers and answer questions. The breakfasts are delicious. I also loved the salt water pool. I stayed on the beach lounge side of the property in room 16 (up stairs) my colleague stayed in the room below (12) that had convenient walk out. Both had sea view.
Christine
Christine, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2024
Beautiful scenic property. small boutique hotel that still has all you need. Chef customized our plant based meals every day and everyone was well-prepared and tasty. Staff are so helpful and kind. Watershoes being available are a big plus for the rocky areas of the beach. Only thing I missed was having a gym. Tried running on the beach but some folks try to sell you things and harass a little. They may be harmless but it’s awkward and hard to enjoy a run when you have to avoid those people. Otherwise we loved our stay there!
Nithi
Nithi, 4-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 4, 2024
This is the second time I visit Mvuvi (July 2023). On the positive side the new hotel is very nice especially the new swimming pool. The food is unfortunately not the same standard as last year and inconcistent. Sometimes very good and sometimes disappointing. The service is also too slow. I also believe the prices for excursions and watersports are too high. We did all activities outside of the hotel at much lower costs.
Petter
Petter, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2026
Everything perfect
Jason
Jason, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 23, 2026
Beautiful location, friendly help, good food.
Hakuna matata.