Marafiki Bungalows

Property class: 4
Family-friendly hotel with outdoor pool, near Kiwengwa Beach

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Marafiki Bungalows offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Kiwengwa Beach. Guests can indulge in beachside massages and enjoy local and international cuisine at Marafiki Restaurant, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. An outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a children's pool are other features.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Spa services
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk

For families (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Garden
$110 nightly
The total price is $133
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Beach bliss
Powdery white sand hugs this hotel's beachfront location. Experience soothing beachside massages or venture off for nearby snorkeling adventures.
Flavorful food options
Latin American cuisine awaits at the restaurant, plus a bar and cafe. The perks continue with free cooked-to-order breakfast and in-room champagne.
Sleep in style
Premium bedding cloaks beds for a sumptuous sleep experience. Balconies beckon with stylish furnishings, while blackout drapes ensure undisturbed slumber.

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a view of greenery outside, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a small bedside table, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a small bedside table, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

A room with a four-poster bed, large windows, and a view of the beach.

Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 419 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Honeymoon Villa, Non Smoking, Ocean View

A bedroom with a bed, a canopy, a view of the outdoors, and a window with curtains.

Honeymoon Villa, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 559 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Family Duplex, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a wooden headboard, and a view of a tropical garden through large glass doors.

Family Duplex, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 592 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Family Duplex, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a staircase, and a door.

Family Duplex, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 580 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Kumba Urembo, Kiwengwa, 2211

What's nearby

  • Kiwengwa Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mapenzi Beach - 14 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Muyuni Beach - 20 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Slave Market - 48 min drive - 47.0 km
  • Shangani Beach - 49 min drive - 47.3 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 74 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪The Green & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Andiamo - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Yoga Bar Zanzibar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪the kokosnuss - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪pool bar @ blue bay - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Marafiki Bungalows

  • Marafiki Bungalows offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Kiwengwa Beach. Guests can indulge in beachside massages and enjoy local and international cuisine at Marafiki Restaurant, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. An outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a children's pool are other features.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 19 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability

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 4 percent for credit card payments
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets stay free (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Children's games
  • Toys
  • Children's books

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Beach nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa services

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony
  • Yard

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water
  • Highchair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

Dining

Marafiki Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and 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 45 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 4 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to midnight

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Marafiki Bungalows offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Marafiki Bungalows 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 Marafiki Bungalows?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to midnight.

Are pets allowed at Marafiki Bungalows?

Yes, pets stay free, with a maximum weight of 22 lbs per pet.

Is parking offered on site at Marafiki Bungalows?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Marafiki Bungalows?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 45 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Marafiki Bungalows?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

What is there to do at Marafiki Bungalows and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, horseback riding, and snorkeling. Additional recreation nearby includes spelunking and ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include spa services and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Marafiki Bungalows?

Yes, Marafiki Restaurant offers local and international cuisine.

Does Marafiki Bungalows have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony and a yard.

What's the area around Marafiki Bungalows like?

Marafiki Bungalows is located a short 6-minute walk from Kiwengwa Beach.

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