Zoi Retreat Hotel Zanzibar - Matemwe (Zanzibar)

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Zoi Retreat Hotel Zanzibar - Matemwe (Zanzibar)
Matemwe, Matemwe (Zanzibar), Tanzania·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.1Perfect
Staff9.5
Location9.3
Cleanliness9.2
Comfort9.2
Value for money8.9
Who stays here
Couples45%
Families29%
Groups17%
Solo9%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.1Perfect
Staff9.5
Location9.3
Cleanliness9.2
Comfort9.2
Value for money8.9
Who stays here
Couples45%
Families29%
Groups17%
Solo9%

Beachfront hotel on Matemwe's white coral beach with eco-friendly practices

Amenities

Zoi Retreat Hotel Zanzibar offers an outdoor pool surrounded by a limestone deck and a private beach area with sun loungers and shade. The property provides bicycle rental, darts, and board games for guest use. A large solar-panel system powers the hotel, supporting sustainability.

Rooms

The hotel has 15 rooms, including garden view rooms, ocean view rooms, and a family suite with two connected rooms. Each room is equipped with air conditioning and mosquito nets. Some rooms feature a private balcony with ocean views.

Dining

The restaurant serves a blend of European and traditional Zanzibari fare, with a daily set menu for half-board guests. Cooking classes are available for guests who want to learn local food preparation. Free afternoon coffee and freshly baked pastries are offered daily at 4:00 PM.

Activities

Guests can arrange diving and snorkeling trips to Mnemba Atoll, or guided tours to Jozani Forest and Stone Town. The hotel offers walking tours, cycling, and happy hour events. Massage treatments are available on-site in a beachfront hut.

Family

The family suite connects two rooms for larger groups, and kids' outdoor play equipment is available on the property. Board games and puzzles are provided for indoor entertainment. The hotel also offers a kids' meals menu and special diet menus upon request.

  • Location: Direct beach access on Matemwe's white coral beach, near Mnemba Atoll and Stone Town
  • Rooms: 15 rooms including garden view, ocean view, and family suite with connecting rooms
  • Dining: Restaurant with European and Zanzibari cuisine, cooking classes, and daily afternoon pastries
  • Wellness: On-site massage treatments in a beachfront hut
  • Activities: Diving, snorkeling, cycling, walking tours, and guided tours to Jozani Forest
  • Sustainability: Large solar-panel system and eco-friendly practices
  • Family: Kids' outdoor play equipment, board games, and kids' meals menu
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
A full breakfast is served at the price of USD 18.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Norwegian, Swedish, Danish, Swahili
Building
Number of rooms:27
Former name
zanzibar retreat hotel
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Rooms and availability

Double Room
  • Room size:

    240 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed / 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning
Double Room
  • Room size:

    240 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed and 1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning
Classic Queen Room
  • Room size:

    250 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 Queen Size Bed and 1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Outdoor dining area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Paid shuttle service

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Massage

Sports & Fitness

  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Cycling
  • Darts
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid shuttle service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car rental
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Board games
  • Children's menu
  • Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Massage
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Essential information about Zoi Retreat Hotel Zanzibar

💵 Lowest room price 134 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 31.7 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
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Restaurant
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