Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel, Matemwe (Zanzibar)
About the Hotel
Rooms and Bungalows
Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel offers rooms with ocean views from both the rooms and verandas. Each room provides 35 square meters of space, a veranda, outdoor furniture, and potted plants. Rooms have king-size beds in the doubles and large singles in the twins. Amenities include air conditioning, ceiling fans, mosquito nets, a console table, a wardrobe with a safe, and lighting. Bathrooms feature modern amenities using local materials. For a closer beach experience, choose one of two thatched palm leaf roof bungalows. The beachfront bungalow is 15 meters from the waves and spans 45 square meters, accommodating up to 4 people. It includes a veranda with a hammock. The Garden View Bungalow provides a garden view and pool view and can accommodate an extra bed. Magic Beach Villa, located in Kiwengwa (12 km from Matemwe), features 5 air-conditioned bedrooms: 2 doubles en suite with pool and sea views, 1 double, and 2 twins sharing a bathroom. A twin bedroom has a sofa that can accommodate 2 people. The villa has a living room, a kitchen, an outdoor barbeque area, hammocks, and sun beds.
Dining by the Beach
The Zanzibar Magic Bar & Restaurant is located on the white sand beach. The bar is designed like a catamaran made of local fishing boats. The upper floor has a chillout zone with views of Mnemba Island and the beach. The chef prepares food using local products. The bar offers fruit juices, wines, beers, cocktails, and espresso-based coffees.
Yoga and Activities
The hotel offers complimentary yoga classes three times a week, suitable for all levels. Styles include Hatha, Yin & Restorative Yoga, and Yoga Nidra. Private yoga sessions and yoga nutrition packages are available. Kitesurfing is popular, with wind season from mid-June to mid-October (12-20 knots). The hotel can arrange a several-hour cruise with the Safari Blue crew on traditional dhow boats, including snorkeling and lunch on an islet. You can attend both virtually and in person. Jozani Forest, home to Kirk's Red Colobus monkeys, is accessible for guided walks. You can take a several-hour cruise with the professional and licensed Safari Blue crew on traditional dhow boats. Enjoy snorkeling and a delicious lunch on an islet in the middle of the ocean.
Location and Excursions
Zanzibar Magic Boutique Hotel is on the beach near Matemwe village on Zanzibar Island's northeast coast, 50 km from Kisauni. The hotel is near Mnemba Island and its white sand beach. Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is accessible for exploring Swahili culture. A guided spice tour is available. This tour includes a walk on a private plantation, where Saidi describes the spices and fruits that grow in tropical climates and their use in medicine, cosmetics and the kitchen.
Services Provided
The villa rental includes daily cleaning, breakfast preparation (using guests' own products), and nighttime security. The kitchen includes a fridge, freezer, washing machine, and oven, cutlery, pots, plates, and glasses. Free WIFI is available throughout the hotel. The hotel is Eco-friendly and small-scale with only 19 rooms.
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Facilities
General
- Safe deposit box
- Pets allowed
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Children
- Cots
Room features
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
