Villa Kiva

4.0 star property
Beachfront, with full-service spa

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
View from property

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AED 283
AED 366 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr

Room options

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Comfort Triple Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Economy Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite Ocean View with terrace

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 50 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior room Ocean front

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bidet
  • 35 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bidet
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard room Ocean front

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bidet
  • 35 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Matemwe, Matemwe, 3151

What's nearby

  • Muyuni Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kigomani Beach - 6 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Pwani Mchangani Beach - 10 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 15 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Kendwa Beach - 43 min drive - 21.5 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spice Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Andiamo - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Snack Restaurant Ngalawa - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Green & Grill - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Villa Kiva

Upscale hotel near Muyuni Beach
Located close to Mnemba Island, Villa Kiva provides an adjacent golf course, a terrace, and a garden. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sun loungers. Indulge in a body scrub and a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Villa Kiva Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a library and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and concierge services
  • Luggage storage, outdoor furniture, and beach umbrellas
Room features
All guestrooms at Villa Kiva include thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Italian, Polish, Swahili

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Villa Kiva Restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Library

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability

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 5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between April 17 and June 11.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per room (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Villa Kiva
Villa Kiva Hotel
Villa Kiva Hotel Matemwe
Villa Kiva Matemwe
Villa Kiva Resort And Restaurant Matemwe, Zanzibar
Villa Kiva Hotel
Villa Kiva Matemwe
Villa Kiva Hotel Matemwe

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Kiva have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Villa Kiva pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Villa Kiva?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Kiva?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Villa Kiva?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Villa Kiva provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 50 per room applies.

Where is Villa Kiva located?

Located in Matemwe, this beachfront hotel is next to a golf course, 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Muyuni Beach, and within 16 mi (25 km) of Kiwengwa Beach and Nungwi Beach. Kendwa Beach and Nakupenda Beach are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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Villa Kiva Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 170 out of 251 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 251 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 251 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 251 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 251 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Romke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Verry good room seaside, good food , friendly service

10/10 Excellent

vijay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great sea front location. Great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Definitely not a luxury property but very comfortable with a great relaxed vibe, well trained staff and good food. Overall great value for money. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisbeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice small hotel. Very friendly and service minded staff. I liked the furniture and dekoration in traditional style.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tadanori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

ABDEL-KAMEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super
Super !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid Johanne Müller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location
We were very happy with our stay! Helpful and nice staff. Great food. Absolutely beautiful location and nice rooms. A bit thin walls maybe, but other than that it was amazing. Very clean.
Breakfast area
Exit to the beach
Restaurant
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect getaway
This is a great place to spend a relaxing few days. The room was large, clean, and comfortable, with a great view of the ocean. The staff is beyond friendly and responsive. And the food is tasty and reasonably priced.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful hotel in a great location, right in the middle of the very long Matemwe beach. We loved everything about the hotel. Our room - a junior suite with a beach view and balcony - was gorgeous and very large. There was a view of the ocean from every room, including the shower, and the room was very clean and comfortable in every way. The restaurant is also excellent as is the bar (better cocktails than most places in East Africa). Our favorite dish was the ceviche, but everything was great. The pools, lobby, lounging areas were all beautiful as well. Also appreciated the friendly and helpful staff, who arranged activities including a snorkeling and dolphin trip to Mmemba atoll. The hotel also offers excellent massages onsite and a free yoga class twice a week. We just loved everything about this hotel and would happily return here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very rustic and feels like it fits within the ambience of Zanzibar. located right on the white sands next to the Indian Ocean with restaurants nearby, that are accessible by walking along the beach. The owners and staff were so welcoming and truly lovely people. The hotel is of a size where you get to know the staff and they know you. Highly recommend it.....
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Thaddeus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Like the location and setup of the layout of property grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, WiFi issue needs to improve
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Ailsa

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No hot water
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Finn Arne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nydelig sted med god mat
Rolig og trivelig sted med veldig hyggelig personale. Vi hadde halvpensjon og var veldig fornøyd med både frokost og 3-retters middag. Leilighet med sjøutsikt var topp. Eneste å trekke for var at aircondition i vår leilighet var litt svak.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hyggelig opphold, med trivelig personale. Juicen var utvannet, men ellers var maten god. Vanskelig å bade i havet, men nydelig strand.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Ingrid Winsnes

Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jorgen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mycket fint bemötande på hela hotellet. Frukosten begränsad med liten variation. Stranden fantastisk. Nära att gå in till lokal bebyggelse. Perfekt start på våra tre veckor på Zanzibar då vi bodde på ytterligare tre ställen. Mycket nöjda
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Constance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

ALINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Très bel endroit. Le personnel est adorable. Le restaurant est très bien. Ils organisent les sorties pour vous à la demande vers stone town ou en mer. La déco et le jardin sont magnifiques !
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023