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552 reviews

Marafiki Bungalows

Marafiki Bungalows

Kiwengwa , Zanzibar, Tanzania

Reservations:

+1 (888) 385-6828

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Private Pool

Snorkeling

Restaurant

Beachfront

Private beach area

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Free Private Parking

Marafiki Bungalows

Marafiki Bungalows is a vibrant 4-star hotel in Kiwengwa, Tanzania, perched along the coastline and just 1.4mi from the city center. Address: Kiwengwa. Breakfast is offered to begin mornings with a smile and a view of the turquoise sea.

Step into a menu of sunny escapes: a private pool, an outdoor swimming pool, and a separate kids’ pool, all with easy beach access. A private beach area (free) and beachfront setting pair with a restaurant, bar, terrace, sun deck, and plenty of garden views. Practical comforts include free WiFi, air conditioning (free), private parking (free), private entrance, and room service, plus parking on site (free) and beach chairs/loungers by the shore. For families, there are kids’ meals (extra charges), babysitting/child services (extra charges), and a playground to keep little travelers busy.

Reviews stand at 552, signaling broad traveler interest and feedback. The hotel offers a tour desk, room service, and terrace, with non-smoking rooms, free toiletries, and on-site parking contributing to a comfortable, beachside experience.

Imagine mornings waking to a turquoise sea and a private beach area right at the doorstep, where a beachfront setting pairs with effortless relaxation. A restaurant on site serves African and International flavors, complemented by a welcoming bar, terrace, sun deck, and lush garden views that invite lingering. For water fun, three options light up the day: a private pool for quiet dips, an outdoor pool for sunny swims, and a separate kids’ pool for little explorers, all within easy reach of beach chairs and loungers by the shore.

Convenience accompanies comfort, with free WiFi and air conditioning keeping stays cool and connected, while private entrance and on-site parking simplify arrivals. Room service adds a touch of luxury, and the combination of a private beach area and the breeze-kissed terrace creates plenty of moments to relax and unwind. The on-site amenities culminate in a cohesive, sunlit backdrop perfect for memorable island days.

For families, there are kids’ meals (extra charges), babysitting/child services (extra charges), and a playground to keep little travelers entertained. Payment options include Cash, Mastercard, and Visa, with free on-site parking and beach chairs/loungers by the shore ready for coastal lounging. A tour desk helps plan adventures, and the property features non-smoking rooms and free toiletries, rounding out a playful, comfortable seaside stay.

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Closest airports

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport

18.6mi

Pemba / Karume Airport

59.5mi

Julius Nyerere International Airport

61.5mi

Most popular amenities

Private Pool

Snorkeling

Restaurant

Beachfront

Private beach area

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Air conditioning

Beach

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Beach chairs/Loungers

Garden view

Playground

Garden

View

Free toiletries

Rooms

Family Room with Sea View in Marafiki Bungalows

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Room, Sea View

1 Twin Bed

2 Queen Size Beds

590 sqft

Private Bathroom

Terrace

Private entrance

Refrigerator

x5

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This room features a a mezzanine with access through wooden stairs. the room also has a safe and a refrigerator and the bathroom includes a sink, a toilet and a shower cabin.

Junior Suite with Private Pool in Marafiki Bungalows

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Junior Suite, Private Pool

1 Twin Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

540 sqft

Private Pool

Private Bathroom

Terrace

Private entrance

x3

+

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Also known as Honeymoon Suite, this unit features a spacious terrace with a private pool overlooking the ocean. It offers locally crafted furniture. The double bed is placed in the middle of the room. The open plan bathroom has a double sink and shower cabin. The toilet is closed off.

Deluxe Triple Room with Sea View in Marafiki Bungalows

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Deluxe Room, Sea View

1 Twin Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

410 sqft

Private Bathroom

Terrace

Private entrance

Refrigerator

x3

+

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It offers locally crafted furniture. There is a safe and refrigerator.

Aside from a double bed, it also features a single bed for a child or an adult.

Deluxe Triple Room in Marafiki Bungalows

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Deluxe Room

1 Twin Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

410 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Terrace

Private entrance

x3

+

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Overlooking the garden, this triple room has locally crafted furniture. There is a safe and refrigerator and, a closed off with a palm fence.

Aside from a double bed, the room also has a single bed for a child or an adult that can also be used as a reading place during the day. The bathroom is open plan with a sink and the toilet is closed-off entirely.

Double Room with Garden View - single occupancy in Marafiki Bungalows

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Room, Garden View

1 Queen Size Bed

390 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Terrace

Private entrance

+

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Superior Room, King Bed, Ocean View

1 King Size Bed

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Superior Room, King Bed, Garden View

1 King Size Bed

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Superior Room, Ocean View

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Room, Ocean View

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Villa, Superior, Ocean View

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Superior Room, Garden View

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Room, Pool View

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Guest reviews

9.1

552 reviews

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Points of Interest Around Marafiki Bungalows

Attractions

Jozani-Chwaka Bay National Park

12.3mi

Mwanakwerekwe Market

16.2mi

Darajani Market (Marikiti Kuu)

17.1mi

Stone Town

17.2mi

House of Wonders (Beit-al-Ajaib)

17.3mi

Old Fort (Ngome Kongwe)

17.3mi

Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium and Marine Turtle Conservation Lagoon

20.4mi

Restaurants

Restaurant #1

Cuisines

  • African
  • International

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Shallow end
  • With view
  • With plunge

Availability

  • All season

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Shallow end
  • With view
  • With plunge

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Marafiki Bungalows

Private Pool

Snorkeling

Restaurant

Beachfront

Private beach area

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Air conditioning

Beach

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Beach chairs/Loungers

Garden view

Playground

Garden

View

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Marafiki Bungalows

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property