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1. MONKEY MOUNTAIN LODGE

Mtende

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Es war einfach alles super! Man fühlt sich mitten im Dschungel und erlebt die Natur hautnah. Auf unserer Terrasse konnten wir sogar Affen beobachten und nachts Buschbabys sehen – ein wirklich einzigartiges Erlebnis! Der Besitzer und die Mitarbeiter sind super nett, herzlich und hilfsbereit. Auch das Essen im Restaurant war top und hat uns sehr gut geschmeckt. Wir haben uns rundum wohlgefühlt und können das Monkey Mountain Hotel wirklich von Herzen weiterempfehlen!"

Hubert

NZ$204

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A beach resort with thatched-roof structures, lounge chairs, and a sandy pathway leading to the ocean.

A beachfront restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a thatched roof, and a view of the ocean.

A beachside bar area with wooden furniture, a thatched roof, and a view of the ocean.

An aerial view of a coastal resort with multiple bungalow-style accommodations, a central swimming pool, and a beach area with umbrellas and lounge chairs.

2. Aya Beach Resort

Kizimkazi

Julia

NZ$182

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A tropical resort with thatched-roof buildings, wooden deck seating, and a clear turquoise sea.

A beachside setting with a thatched umbrella, wooden seating, and cacti.

A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a coastline.

3. Tunu Beach Zanzibar

Kizimkazi

"Un séjour tout simplement parfait au Tunu Beach Hotel. Nous ne nous sommes pas sentis dans un hôtel, mais comme à la maison. Toute l’équipe est d’une gentillesse exceptionnelle, avec une mention toute particulière pour Mohamed, le directeur, ainsi qu’à Omar, pour leur bienveillance et leur accueil remarquables. Un immense merci également à toute l’équipe de la restauration et à l’ensemble du personnel, toujours souriant, attentionné et aux petits soins. Tout est irréprochable : la propreté, le...

Sonia

NZ$121

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A resort with thatched-roof buildings, a pool, and a wooden bridge over clear water.

A resort with multiple thatched-roof buildings, a central swimming pool, and surrounding palm trees.

A beach with white lounge chairs and a wooden deck.

A hot tub with a view of the ocean, surrounded by tropical plants and a thatched roof.

4. Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar

Kizimkazi

Nick

NZ$219

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A paved walkway leading to a building with a blue door, surrounded by lush greenery and a palm tree.

A clear blue pool with a stone wall and greenery in the background.

A building with a white exterior, multiple doors, and potted plants in front.

5. Primavera Jambiani

Jambiani

Gisele

NZ$59

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A wooden deck with a thatched roof overlooking turquoise waters.

A beachside hut with a thatched roof, a bar area, and hanging hammocks.

A two-story building with a wooden staircase leading to a balcony.

A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

6. Promised Land Lodge

Kizimkazi

Sarah

NZ$153

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A resort with a large pool, beach, and palm trees.

A resort with a pool area, palm trees, and a building with a balcony.

A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

An interior with a high, thatched roof, wooden furniture, and large potted plants.

7. The One Resort Zanzibar

Makunduchi

Marcy

NZ$419

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A wooden deck with sun loungers and a view of the ocean.

A room with a bed, a wooden partition, a bench, and a hanging chair.

A poolside area with wooden loungers, a stone pillar, and a view of the ocean and palm trees.

A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a pier extending into the ocean.

8. Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE

Kizimkazi

Kokeb

NZ$376

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A poolside area with a thatched roof, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

An aerial view of a coastal property with a beach, clear waters, and a large house with a swimming pool.

A beachfront property with a swimming pool, a large house, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious lobby with blue upholstered seating, a central potted plant, hanging decorative lights, and a view of the outdoor area through large windows.

9. Villa Fleur de Lys

Makunduchi

"The hotel is not nearly as beautiful as it is in the pictures. I am sure it was amazing 5 years ago but it has fallen into a bad state of disrepair. A colony of bats made a home inside and leave their droppings all over the hallway and in room #4 if you are lucky to get that one. Room #1 smelled of raw sewage. However, the wifi is blazing fast and works all over the property and beach. The staff are wonderful and very helpful. I just wish the owners would invest a little in repairs and clean out...

Anonymous traveller

NZ$285

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A resort with a central swimming pool, surrounded by palm trees and thatched-roof buildings, overlooking a beach and turquoise ocean.

A spacious lobby with a large tree, a stone wall with 'Nest Style Zanzibar' signage, and a thatched roof.

A resort with thatched-roof buildings, a beach, and a pool.

A beach view from a covered area with a thatched roof, palm trees, and a sandy beach.

10. Nest Style Beach Hotel Zanzibar

Makunduchi

Lala

NZ$255

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by lush vegetation and palm trees.

A room with a wooden floor, a window with blinds, and a wooden swing set.

A covered outdoor area with a pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A room with stone walls, a bed with a canopy, and a glass door leading to a balcony.

11. kizikula

Kizimkazi

"An absolute gem — Kizikula was one of the highlights of our trip and easily one of the best boutique hotels we’ve ever stayed at. Our room was stunning, beautifully designed, and filled with thoughtful little details. Everything was impeccably clean, and the bed was incredibly comfortable. You can really feel the care that has gone into every aspect of the property. The staff were exceptional — warm, welcoming, and genuinely thoughtful. They went above and beyond throughout our stay, and no...

Ekmini

NZ$419

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

A beachside resort with thatched umbrellas, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A pool area with a clear blue pool, lounge chairs, and thatched umbrellas.

An open door leading to a covered outdoor area with a view of the ocean.

A two-story building with a thatched roof, surrounded by palm trees and tropical plants.

12. Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows

Jambiani

Richard

NZ$100

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A pool area with a thatched-roof building, palm trees, and a well-lit interior.

A stone bench with cushions and a view of the ocean.

A wooden bench with a cushion and a small table on a stone patio overlooking a beach.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, overhead lighting, and a bookshelf filled with books.

13. Unguja Lodge

Kizimkazi

Anonymous traveller

NZ$239

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A rustic interior with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a thatched roof. There are wicker chairs and a wooden table in the foreground, and a bar area in the background.

A neatly made bed with white towels and a bouquet of flowers, a painting of a giraffe on the wall, and a wooden headboard.

A white building with a balcony, a pool, and palm trees.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a canopy, a wooden chair, a woven mat, and a door.

14. SuBanda Boutique Hotel

Makunduchi

NZ$242

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a thatched umbrella, and palm trees.

A room with a bed under a canopy, a bedside table with a bowl and flowers, and a view of the beach through large windows.

A resort with a pool, beach, and ocean view.

15. Clove Island Villas & SPA

Makunduchi

JAMAL

NZ$313

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A beachside lounge with thatched umbrellas, wooden furniture, and a hammock.

A beachside resort with thatched-roof structures, lounge chairs, and a sandy pathway leading to the beach.

A bed with white towels and red flowers, a view of the ocean through a balcony railing, and a window with curtains.

A thatched-roof hut with a wooden framework, surrounded by palm trees, overlooking a beach.

16. Jambiani White Sands Beach Bungalows

Jambiani

Rebecca

NZ$122

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a view of the ocean, a thatched roof, and a pool.

A pathway leading to a building with a thatched roof, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.

A beachside dining area with wooden chairs and a table, overlooking the ocean.

A pool with clear blue water, a view of the ocean, and a wooden deck.

17. Joud by the sea

Jambiani

Shuayb

NZ$591

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A beachside bar with a wooden structure, a palm tree, and coconuts on display.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, surrounded by greenery and palm trees, under string lights.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, palm trees, and a building with a tiled roof.

A spacious outdoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large arched windows, and a view of the ocean.

18. The Residence Zanzibar

Kizimkazi

Timothy

NZ$960

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A beach view with a thatched-roof structure, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

An aerial view of a beach resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and beach umbrellas.

A palm tree extending from a building's balcony, with a clear blue sky in the background.

A pool area with a thatched-roof structure, palm trees, and a white building.

19. Two Palms

Jambiani

Svein

NZ$99

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A night scene of a resort with a lit decorative lamp in the foreground.

A modern two-story building with large windows and a pool in the background.

A pool area with a tiled edge, surrounded by lush greenery and a thatched-roof structure.

A bar area with a thatched roof, shelves with bottles, glasses, and a large decorative plate. There are wooden stools and a view of a pool outside.

20. Aurora Boutique Hotel

Jambiani

"Thanks to the owners Marisa and Simone who have made this beautiful boutique hotel and great stay. From the perfectly temperatured clean pool, lush beautiful grounds, roomy nicely culturally styled rooms, to the delicious breakfast options and incredible menu throughout the day in the cute dining area, I had a wonderful stay! I will definitely be back even if it's just to eat from the wonderful restaurant. Thank you soo much for all of your help Marisa and Simon, I truly liked your hotel and I...

Relana

NZ$130

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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This sleepy fishing village offers pristine beaches where local fishermen bring in their daily catch at sunrise. Explore nearby coral reefs with local guides who know the best spots for spotting colourful marine life.

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An aerial view of a coastal village with thatched-roof houses, clear blue waters, and rocky terrain.

Top Mtende Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Mtende

Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE

8/10 Good

"Air conditioning system in the room was not enough. It was too hot at night."

Aluna Paje

10/10 Excellent

"Really relaxing and calming hotel. Had everything you needed. Rooms were clean and comfortable and the areas were nice including the pool. Staff were amazing and a special shoutout to Judith who made my stay and birthday special. Will never forget her ❤️"

Sharazād Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Super"

Joud by the sea

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent property, very friendly staff and overall great experience 👍"

S&S Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very affordable and nice place for view it gives ."

The Sands Beach Resort Zanzibar

8/10 Good

"Tous les personnels sont gentils et la plage est à couper le souffle avec la vue magnifique."

Blue Ocean Resort & Residences

10/10 Excellent

"Family friendly, delicious food, amazing staff, location was convenient, and the view was astonishing."

Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely amazing! Very quiet during late July, but the staff were so lovely. Food was great, pool, rooms everything just great. Just an absolutely perfect place. Big shout out to the lovely Venson."

The Oasis Residence

10/10 Excellent

"Recently stayed here and everything was better than I could have imagined. From check in through our stay everything was just amazing. The staff were all helpful, special thanks to Wada ( always interacting with all guests and always smiling), Joshua, Kevin can't thanks you all enough for making our stay more than amazing. The staff danced for me on my birthday and gave me a suprise cake. Even though it rained they still danced out in the rain. Made my day so so amazing and special. Thank you again. The accommodation was clean and located in a good and wonderful are. Close to local shops and then getting the free shuttle to the sister hotel was lovely. Many Thanks to you all."

More cheap accommodation in Mtende

Stonefish Inn Jambiani

Kidemga Jambiani Unguja South Region

NZ$39

15 Oct - 16 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (12 reviews)

Marea Boutique Hotel

Jambiani-Zanzibar Road Jambiani Unguja South

NZ$179

23 Oct - 24 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (41 reviews)

Blue Ocean Resort & Residences

1168 Fumba Mjini Magharibi Region

NZ$187

15 Oct - 16 Oct

includes taxes & fees

7.8/10 Good! (6 reviews)

The Loop Beach Resort

Jambiani Jambiani Unguja South

NZ$239

18 Oct - 19 Oct

includes taxes & fees

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Ayras Hotel Zanzibar

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9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Mtende?

The best area to stay in Mtende is along the coastline near the village centre, particularly close to the main beach.This area offers direct access to the white sand beaches and the Indian Ocean. It's where you'll find the primary accommodations and eateries, providing a convenient base for exploring the local environment and enjoying water activities.For couples seeking a tranquil and romantic getaway, staying in one of the boutique lodges or villas directly on the beach is ideal. These properties often feature private verandas, stunning sea views, and direct access to swimming and snorkelling, allowing for a secluded and intimate experience away from larger crowds.Families will also find the beachfront area suitable, particularly resorts that offer spacious family rooms or bungalows.

When is the best time to go to Mtende?

The best time to go to Mtende is during the dry season, which runs from June to October and again from December to February. This period offers the most pleasant weather for exploring the area and enjoying its natural beauty.During these months, you can expect warm temperatures, plenty of sunshine, and minimal rainfall. This makes it ideal for activities like relaxing on the beaches, snorkelling or diving in the clear waters, and exploring the local villages without the interruption of heavy downpours. The sea conditions are typically calm and inviting, superb for water-based excursions.Conversely, the rainy seasons, particularly from March to May and a shorter period in November, can bring heavy tropical showers.

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Our top choices for Mtende hotels

1. MONKEY MOUNTAIN LODGE

2. Aya Beach Resort

3. Tunu Beach Zanzibar

4. Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar

5. Primavera Jambiani

6. Promised Land Lodge

7. The One Resort Zanzibar

8. Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE

9. Villa Fleur de Lys

10. Nest Style Beach Hotel Zanzibar

11. kizikula

12. Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows

13. Unguja Lodge

14. SuBanda Boutique Hotel

15. Clove Island Villas & SPA

16. Jambiani White Sands Beach Bungalows

17. Joud by the sea

18. The Residence Zanzibar

19. Two Palms

20. Aurora Boutique Hotel

Stay near popular Mtende attractions

Mtende Beach

Learn more about Mtende

Top Mtende Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Mtende

Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE

Aluna Paje

Sharazād Boutique Hotel

Joud by the sea

S&S Hotel

The Sands Beach Resort Zanzibar

Blue Ocean Resort & Residences

Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar

The Oasis Residence

More cheap accommodation in Mtende

Stonefish Inn Jambiani

Marea Boutique Hotel

Blue Ocean Resort & Residences

The Loop Beach Resort

Be Zanzibar

Ayras Hotel Zanzibar

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