Kena Beach Hotel, Zanzibar ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Matemwe, North East Coast, Zanzibar, Tanzania, 0255

Close to Muyuni Beach

4.6

Loved by guests

Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Delicious food
Beautiful grounds

"We very much liked the design of the hotel, consisting of independent spacious bungalows surrounded by a tropical garden."

Sigita S

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"The hotel provides a free reef walk when the tide is low and we got to see the star fish."

Elissar H from Lebanon

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"The entire resort has a beautiful pathway, you walk across all the rooms (no privacy is disturbed) and end with a beautiful view."

Priyanka from India

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Rooms at Kena Beach

Kena Beach Hotel, on Zanzibar's East Coast, provides accommodations for all travelers. Guests can check in from 2 PM and must check out before 10 AM. Room options include Standard Rooms with garden views for a maximum of three guests (two adults and one child). Deluxe Rooms, in the garden, feature an outdoor shower and accommodate a maximum of three guests (two adults and one child). The Deluxe Room with Jacuzzi accommodates two guests. Family Rooms offer inter-connecting rooms with one king and two twin beds, for a maximum of four guests (two adults and two children).

Dining Options

The Bridge Restaurant provides international and African cuisine with theme nights. Breakfast is served from 7 AM to 10 AM, lunch from 12 PM to 2 PM, and dinner from 7 PM to 10 PM. Mambo and Mnemba Bar are open daily between 10 AM and 10 PM, with a range of drinks. Guests enjoy Zanzibari cuisine on a cruising restaurant.

Leisure and Activities

Kena Beach Hotel features a pool open daily from 7 AM to 7 PM, where guests can order drinks from the pool bar. Beach towels are available at the Pool Attendants office. The onsite 5-star PADI Dive Centre, Scubafish Zanzibar, offers PADI courses, diving equipment, and snorkeling trips to Mnemba Atoll reefs. Guided reef walks are available. Maua Spa offers various services. The hotel also has a TV/Games Room. Excursions include the Safari Blue Tour, spice farm tours, and dolphin tours.

Location and Access

Located in Matemwe on Zanzibar's North East Coast, Kena Beach Hotel is 55 km from Kisauni, approximately 75 minutes from Abeid Amani Karume Airport and 65 minutes from Stonetown. Taxi service is the recommended way to reach the hotel. Airport and ferry pick-up and drop-off services are available upon request. Kena Beach Villas, located 35 minutes south of the hotel in Marumbi, offers a private villa option.

Services at Kena

Kena Beach Hotel provides a curio shop for souvenirs and necessities, open daily from 8 AM to 4 PM. The hotel offers wedding services. Kena Beach Villas has two villas, seaview ensuite bedrooms, a private pool, an organic farm, free Wifi, free parking and a 24-hour onsite Manager.

“This hotel, nestled on Matemwe Beach, strikes me as a family-run gem; the owners clearly emphasize authentic Zanzibari hospitality, from the personalized diving instruction to the private beach. I particularly appreciate the eco-conscious touches-the treated drinking water and focus on sustainability-alongside the unique rooms that feature outdoor showers. All told, it seems a genuinely thoughtful retreat on Zanzibar's northeast coast.”

James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Tohotel

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Highlights from guests

Spa & LeisureTotal Rejuvenation

I enjoyed the onsite spa. The hotel also has a yoga spot and a nice pool to relax body and mind.

Naomi from Canada

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DiningFresh Flavors

I loved the restaurant's fresh fruit. They prepare it as you order. The mango and passion fruit were the best!

Rajesh from India

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Room FeaturesOutdoor Bliss

The bedroom featured a lovely outdoor patio and a private outdoor shower under the stars. I found it amazing!

Isabelle from France

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Sports & FitnessDiving Included

The diving center on site was a plus. We enjoyed dives and snorkeling trips at Mnemba atoll nearby.

David from Australia

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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

Free internet access
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Wheelchair access
Lift
Currency exchange

Services

Room service
Car hire
Bicycle hire
Laundry
Medical facilities service
Shops/Commercial services

Dining

Continental breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Buffet breakfast

Children

Children's play area
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
BBQ facilities
Jacuzzi

Room features

In-room safe

Location

Matemwe, North East Coast, Zanzibar, Tanzania, 0255

Map view

Matemwe, North East Coast, Zanzibar, Tanzania, 0255

City landmarks

Landmark

Muyuni Beach

3700 ft

Landmark

Dada Zanzibar Production and Cooking Site

1.3 mi

Nearby

Muyuni Beach

3300 ft

Restaurants

Makuti Beach Restaurant

700 ft

Azanzi Beach

Zanzibar Retreat Restaurant

700 ft

Zanzibar Retreat Hotel

KS Beach Restaurant

700 ft

Tundaga KS Beach Bungalows and Restaurant

Zanzibar Bahari Villas

700 ft

Restaurant

Furaha Local Restaurant

1800 ft

2mn From Behind Of Zawadi Villars

Villa Kiva Resort and Restaurant

3800 ft

Matemwe

Zanzibar Sunrise at Bandas Restaurant

3100 ft

Ocean View

Explore Zanzibar

Explore Matemwe

Dada Zanzibar Production and Cooking Site

30 minutes' walk

Local cooking and cultural experiences featuring traditional Zanzibari dishes, with hands-on participation.

Muyuni Beach

25 minutes' walk

Pristine beach well-known for swimming and relaxing, offering stunning views of the Indian Ocean.

Snorkeling and Diving

5 minutes' drive

Exciting underwater adventures, with rental services available for gear and guided tours for all skill levels.

Yoga Classes

3 minutes' walk

Relaxing sessions offered at nearby studios, perfect for unwinding with ocean views and certified instructors.

Makuti Beach Restaurant

3 minutes' walk

Beachfront restaurant serving fresh seafood and local dishes in a laid-back atmosphere perfect for families.

Zanzibar Retreat Restaurant

3 minutes' walk

Charming eatery with a variety of international dishes and specialties; vegetarian-friendly options available.

Zanzibar Bahari Villas

3 minutes' walk

Casual beachfront bar offering live music events and a relaxing ambiance suitable for all ages.

KS Beach Restaurant

3 minutes' walk

Vibrant restaurant known for evening entertainment, serving cocktails and featuring themed nights and games.

Getting around

City Centre

Zanzibar56 min · 23.2 mi

Airports

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)82 min · 33.9 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 12:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

No internet access available.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Kena Beach Hotel, Zanzibar

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