Mvuvi Boutique Resort

4-star beachfront resort near Kiwengwa Beach

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Dates

January 2026

February 2026

2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Spa
Free WiFi

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East Coast, Kiwengwa, 2698

Place, Kiwengwa Beach
‪2 min walk‬
Place, Kendwa Beach
‪57 min drive‬
Place, Nungwi Beach
‪57 min drive‬
Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
‪55 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Triple Room

43 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, Garden View

Exceptional

37 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

Superior Quadruple Room

58 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

Comfort Double Room, Sea View

25 sq m
Sea view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

Very good

37 sq m
Beach view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Quadruple Room, Partial Sea View

38 sq m
Partial sea view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, Garden View

Wonderful

27 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, Partial Sea View

27 sq m
Partial sea view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Triple Room, Garden View

32 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

Superior Triple Room, Partial Sea View

29 sq m
Partial sea view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Signature Triple Room, Sea View

32 sq m
Sea view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Studio Suite, Sea View

50 sq m
Sea view
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

Deluxe Triple Room

30 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

Standard Bungalow

52 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Family Suite, Garden View

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 7
2 King Beds and 3 Twin Beds

Superior Suite, Partial Sea View

3 bedrooms
Sleeps 11
3 King Beds and 5 Twin Beds

Superior Suite, Partial Sea View

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 8
2 King Beds and 4 Twin Beds

Superior Suite, Partial Sea View

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 7
2 King Beds and 3 Twin Beds

Family Suite, Sea View

3 bedrooms
Sleeps 13
3 King Beds and 7 Twin Beds

Family Suite, Sea View

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 8
2 King Beds and 4 Twin Beds

Family Suite, Sea View

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 10
2 King Beds and 6 Twin Beds

Deluxe Bungalow, Garden View

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 8
2 King Beds and 4 Twin Beds

Deluxe Suite, Garden View

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Kiwengwa

Beachfront retreat .At this Kiwengwa resort, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Kiwengwa Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Mapenzi Beach. Pwani Mchangani Beach and Pongwe Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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What's nearby

Kiwengwa Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Pwani Mchangani Beach - 12 min drive - 8.6 km
Muyuni Beach - 17 min drive - 12.3 km
Kendwa Beach - 57 min drive - 37.1 km
Nungwi Beach - 57 min drive - 38.6 km

Getting around

Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

‪Spice Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
‪The Wok - ‬4 min drive
‪Namaste Indian restaurant - ‬11 min drive
‪Gabi Beach - ‬5 min drive
‪Yako - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Mvuvi Boutique Resort

4-star beachfront resort near Kiwengwa Beach

Step outside to unwind on the white sand beach. Hit the beach and work on your tan in the sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with complimentary cabanas and umbrellas. At Mvuvi Boutique Resort you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a beach bar. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach resort also offers a hot tub, a garden, and a terrace. A complete renovation of Mvuvi Boutique Resort was completed in July 2024.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Kiwengwa resort.

18 guestrooms or units

2 levels

2 buildings

2 dining venues

2 bars or lounges

Cabanas on the beach (free)

Beach lounge chairs

Towels for the beach

Umbrellas for the beach

Poolside lounge chairs

Umbrellas for the pool

Self-service laundry

Storage area for luggage

Front-desk safe

Tour and ticket information

Terrace

Garden

Smoking in designated areas

Bar on the beach

Mvuvi Boutique Resort offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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.

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

On private beach
Pool
Hot tub
Spa

CA $359 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026

Property amenities

Family friendly

2 outdoor pools
Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free offsite parking
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

2 bars/lounges
2 restaurants
A beach bar
Couples/private dining

Things to do

2 outdoor pools
Boat tours
Full-service spa
Hot tub
Snorkeling
Water sports equipment

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible airport shuttle
No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower
Towels provided

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between April 1 and May 31.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

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

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

Outside food is not permitted on the premises.

We should mention

Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Mvuvi Kiwengwa

Mvuvi Resort

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Mvuvi Boutique Resort Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with partner

Nov 24, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Rooms and grounds were very clean and well maintained. Staff were super friendly. Breakfast was superb.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Emery

Nov 11, 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gillian

Travelled with partner

Sep 12, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

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.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Travelled with family

Jul 13, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It was right on the beach! Great staff! Rooms are great but #9 was right by kitchen, so avoid that room.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill, Evanston

Jul 10, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abbey Pratt

Travelled with group

Jun 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Travelled with partner

Mar 12, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Beach was attended to each day in front of the property,but everything to the left and right had a lot of trash.The description of the property on Expedia was misleading,They failed to mention the two properties are about a 100 yards apart.The rooms were misrepresented,one property is actually called the Beach Lounge which is the newer of the two properties.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Business traveller, Travelled with group

Mar 4, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Mar 4, 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Travelled with family

Dec 27, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carly

Dec 27, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

bibi

Dec 23, 2024

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lataryna

Travelled with family, Travelled with group

Dec 1, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Petter

Travelled with family

Nov 4, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with group

Oct 21, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David Andrew Everard

Travelled with partner

Sep 27, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Everything was wonderful

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed

Travelled with group

Sep 18, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The most perfect relaxing holiday. I will refer people to visit this property.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Sep 11, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olesya

Travelled with family

Sep 2, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

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.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Jul 21, 2024

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nithi

Travelled with family and small children

Jul 12, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Travelled with partner

May 2, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Feb 28, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Everything I read was true!

When you book a hotel you always read reviews with a pinch of salt. This hotel has fantastic reviews and with good reason. Everything from the welcome to our departure was absolutely first class without exception. A few members of staff deserve a special mention - Bernard, Mtoto, Nema and Baracka all helped make our stay extra special. The staff in general are exceptional including the kitchen staff who turn out superb food time after time and catered to my wife’s vegetarian requirements admirably. Would we stay again? Yes, in a heartbeat.

Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Jan 3, 2024

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

tammy

Travelled with partner

Oct 29, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

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