5/5 - Excellent
Loved it.. Looking forward to return!!






Great staff and service, clean, well run property
Reviewed on 7 February 2026

We had a gorgeous sea view room for our 2 night stay. Bed is comfortable, balcony seats very comfortable: good shower etc. place is spotless with attentive housekeeping. Great stay if you’re looking to dive around Mnemba as the diving centre with lovely staff is in the resort. Menu is a bit limited ...
Reviewed on 21 February 2026

The staff were very friendly and very helpful. They made my 7 night stay very pleasant and comfortable. This is truly a boutique hotel that pays attention to every detail and every guest. At first the entrance is misleading but as soon as you step inside it is a different story! You get a welcome ...
Reviewed on 31 January 2026


This property was amazing, one of the best properties we have ever stayed at! It was clean and spacious, exactly as advertised. The staff was great, the chef made amazing meals, the property manager (Donna) was really great - she set up tours, dinner reservations and gave us some great recommendations ...
Reviewed on 30 September 2024


Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mnemba Island during your travels in Matemwe. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Muyuni Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Matemwe. Stroll along this relaxing area's seaside, or simply enjoy its seafood restaurants.
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kigomani Beach during your trip to Matemwe? Wander the beaches and seaside in this romantic area.
Loved it.. Looking forward to return!!
Beautiful beach a short car ride away. Everything was very convenient. Loved the “no cash” system where we charged everything to the room.
Beautiful Zanzabar queen is here but not much else.
We found the best cab driver ever, and got rides from him all week: Sufi! +255 773 215 993 We booked a snorkel trip with the guys at Bella Vista- they're so much fun, super safe boat, wonderful experience: +255 773 966 676
I would not go back to Zanzibar. I would consider staying at Essence hotel if I did decide to revisit, however.
