Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel, Matemwe (Zanzibar) - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Matemwe, Matemwe (Zanzibar), Tanzania

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9.4

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4.5

“The beach at Villa Kiva was fine, with crystal-clear waters and soft sand.”view full review

Boutique hotel on private Matemwe beach with circular rooms and sea-facing verandas

Rooms

Villa Kiva offers guestrooms with a unique circular room design, each featuring a private sea-facing veranda. Some suites include a seating area with a TV. All rooms have an en-suite bathroom with shower and bidet.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves a menu based on Zanzibar tradition and fresh seafood, alongside European specialties. A buffet breakfast is offered every morning. The bar serves cocktails and the hotel also hosts themed dinner nights.

Wellness & Activities

The spa and wellness center provides full body massages, foot massages, and body scrubs. Yoga classes are held twice a week. On-site activities include diving, cycling, fishing, and live music performances.

Location & Beach

The hotel sits along a private sandy beach in Matemwe, facing Mnemba Atoll. Guests have direct access to a local fish market and a private beach area with sun loungers. It is 45 km from Stone Town and 53 km from Zanzibar Airport.

Family Amenities

The hotel offers family-friendly accommodations with separate rooms for children. A kids' pool is available on site. The restaurant provides kids' meals and the hotel also offers board games and puzzles.

Highlights

Location: Private sandy beach in Matemwe, 45 km from Stone Town

Rooms: Circular design with sea-facing verandas

Dining: Restaurant with Zanzibar tradition & fresh seafood

Wellness: Spa with massages, body scrubs, and yoga classes

Activities: Diving, cycling, fishing, live music

Family: Separate children's rooms, kids' pool, kids' meals

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Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Economy Double Room Garden View

2 persons

220 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Comfort Double Room

2 persons

380 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Balcony

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Superior Double Room Sea View Balcony

2 persons

325 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Balcony

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Standard Double Room Sea View

2 persons

260 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Delicious Dining Experience

“During our stay, I was really surprised by the quality of the food at Villa Kiva. The breakfast offered a variety of fresh fruits and individual hot dishes, simply delectable. Our dinners were a highlight, with a three-course set menu that included an very nice ceviche. Special thanks to Salum the chef for making our meals nice.” view full review

Fine Ocean-View Rooms

“We had three ocean-view rooms, and they were beautifully spacious and comfortable. The beds offered a great night's sleep, and the views from the balconies were amazing. I especially loved how every room, including the shower, had a view of the ocean.” view full review

Perfect Relaxation Spots

“With two pools available, we were always able to find a cozy spot that seemed like our own private oasis. The lounge areas around the pools provided plenty of comfortable loungers, making it easy to relax in a serene environment.” view full review

Great Entertainment Options

“I particularly enjoyed the small communal area at the hotel that provided television access for watching live football matches. This added a fun, engaging touch to our holiday, making it the perfect blend of relaxation and entertainment.” view full review

Facilities: Perfect

9.2/10Review score

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Concierge desk
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Private beach
Currency exchange
Coffee shop
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Diving
Snorkelling
Horseback riding
Cycling
Yoga class
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Pet amenities available
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Children

Cots
Board games
Children's menu
Children's pool

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Body scrub
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Open-air bath

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Dressing area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel Location

Matemwe, Matemwe (Zanzibar), Tanzania

Map view

Matemwe, Matemwe (Zanzibar), Tanzania

City landmarks

Landmark

Dada Zanzibar Production and Cooking Site

1.3 mi

Landmark

Matemwe Beach

2400 ft

Landmark

One Ocean

3600 ft

Landmark

Bandas Live Music

4500 ft

Landmark

Muyuni Beach

5000 ft

Landmark

Scubafish Zanzibar Ltd

1.2 mi

Landmark

Kibwana

1.3 mi

Nearby

Scuba Libre Diving Centre

1600 ft

Furaha Snorkeling and Taxi Trips

1600 ft

Restaurants

Furaha Local Restaurant

3200 ft

2mn From Behind Of Zawadi Villars

Getting around

City Centre

Matemwe (Zanzibar)4 min · 1000 ft

Airports

Kisauni (ZNZ)81 min · 33.3 mi

Pemba (PMA)129 min · 53.1 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-22:00

Check-out

from 08:00-11:00

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

At the hotel Villa Kiva Boutique guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Swahili

Number of rooms:

Former name

Villa Kiva, P.O. Box 3151 - Zanzibar

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 211 verified reviews

9.1/10

Perfect

93%

Recommend

Cleanliness

9.5/10

Comfort

9.4/10

Facilities

9.2/10

Free Wi-Fi

7.2/10

Location

9.3/10

Staff

9.8/10

Value for money

9.0/10

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