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The Swahili Plaza

3.0 star property
3-star Art Deco hotel near Kigomani Beach

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Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Garden View
Cafe

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Matemwe, Matemwe, Tanzania
  • Place, Kigomani Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Mnemba Island
  • Place, Muyuni Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪76 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Garden View

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Garden View

  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Matemwe

Close to the beach.You'll find Kigomani Beach and Muyuni Beach within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Pwani Mchangani Beach and Mapenzi Beach.

What's nearby

  • Kigomani Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Muyuni Beach - 8 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 23 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Nungwi Beach - 37 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Kendwa Beach - 38 min drive - 23.0 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunshine Marine Lodge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mzee Husa Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Zanziblue - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Zen Zero - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Seles - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Swahili Plaza

3-star Art Deco hotel near Kigomani Beach
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Swahili Plaza offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools. A library, barbecue grills, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at The Swahili Plaza. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Matemwe hotel.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 2025
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Convenience store
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Onsite shopping
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Swahili Plaza offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and complimentary toiletries. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include single sofa beds. 42-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room sofa bed

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Books
  • Games
  • Library
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Single sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Swahili Plaza

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free 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 4.00 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.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children

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 credit card, debit card, or 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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card 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, Mastercard, debit cards, cash, and mobile payments. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 105-503-025

We should mention

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.