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The 10 Best Homestays in Matemwe, Tanzania

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Situated on a private sand beach overlooking the Indian Ocean, Zanzibar House in Matemwe features a swimming pool and bar. Scuba diving and snorkeling opportunities are also available.

The spacious rooms have views of the palm grove garden or the Indian Ocean, and include terraces with seating areas. Free Wi-Fi is available is all areas.

What an absolutely delightful place to call home for a few days! We were looking for a restful spot on a quiet beach after our safari and this was it. The building itself is fascinating….lots of history within, unique and quirky and has everything you need and more. Our rooms were comfy and clean and the balcony in each room overlooking the beach was great. Massi and Miria are the perfect host…there when you need them with answers to all your questions. All staff were so kind and friendly…restaurant staff with whom we interacted the most were the best. The daily breakfast had a perfect selection of continental and hot options. And a juice with fruit and avocado that I wish I could have bottled and brought back home. We ate all three dinners there and they were out of this world (I’m running out of superlatives to describe our stay!). With Massi’s obvious influence they were all traditional Italian. Four amazing courses each night and only $20 USD per person. Worth so much more. I wholeheartedly recommend Zanzibar House as a perfect place to stay for a beach break. Suggest taking the taxi service offered on their site as we chose not to and our cab driver had difficulty locating it. With the help of a kind local on a motorbike however, we did. Thank you Massi and Miria.

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9.2
Superb
179 reviews
Price from
£64
per night

Boasting garden views, Morningstar Bungalows Zanzibar offers accommodation with a garden and a terrace, around a few steps from Matemwe Beach. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a housekeeping service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

Great location. Mtemwe is beautiful And morning star is too

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8.9
Fabulous
145 reviews
Price from
£53
per night

Situated in Matemwe, Isla Bonita Zanzibar Beach Resort offers beachfront accommodation a few steps from Pwani Mchangani Beach and offers various facilities, such as a fitness centre, a garden and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

Isla Bonita is a wonderful place with friendly and helpful stuff. We were welcomed as old friends. The rooms are clean and cozy with fantastic sea view. Also you can go to the roof to see amazing sunrise. We loved this quiet place, we enjoyed walking along the wide beach, we miss our small talks with general manager. Thanks for unforgettable time at Isla Bonita! BTW if you enter the beach and turn left there is a nice place to eat called Spicy mama with tasty authentic food and european service.

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8.5
Very good
129 reviews
Price from
£59
per night

Featuring free WiFi, Mohammed Bungalows and Restuarant offers accommodation in Matemwe, 38 km from Zanzibar City. The guest house has a sun terrace and a private beach area, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar.

It's a beautiful location right on the beach, with cozy seating overlooking the ocean. Mohammed and his team are just wonderful. I forgot a small camera in their restaurant when we left for stone town, and he and his wife really helped me out to get it back - I'm so grateful to them! He also arranged transport from the ferry with us, and was very forthcoming when we had to change some plans around last-minute. The food in the restaurant was amazing as well. Highly recommend this place!

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7.6
Good
121 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

Situated in Pwani Mchangani, 200 metres from Pwani Mchangani Beach and 46 km from Peace Memorial Museum, Terrapin village and hostel features air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. The property is around 40 km from Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park, 45 km from Cinema Afrique and 45 km from Old Dispensary. The property is non-smoking and is set 20 km from Kichwele Forest Reserve.

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5.3
Review score
3 reviews
Price from
£31
per night

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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.
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  • Avg. price/night: £91.91
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 132 reviews
    Nothing was too much trouble. The owners and staff would respond to any request immediately- we felt like we had found our little piece of paradise. The location was fantastic - loved watching the fisherman come in with their catch and the locals living their lives. Breakfast was amazing. The chef prepared whatever you wanted off the comprehensive menu. The poached eggs and pancakes were our favourite.
    Carmen
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 145 reviews
    Small Place with just 4 Rooms for rent. Felt almost like a homestay. Super friendly and flexible host who can also organize pick up from pier or airport.
    Ruediger
    Young couple
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 432 reviews
    Great hosts! Beautiful atmosphere, it immediately felt like home!
    Nina
    Family with young children
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 308 reviews
    It was immaculately clean everybody was very pleasant Food was average Pool very nice right on the beach Locals friendly and despite being persistently approach on the beach there was never any unpleasantness Liked the local boats bringing there fish in from the sea. Well worth taking trip to see dolphins and sand bar by Natty who has a dive boat hire right next door to hotel
    Conrad
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £204.60
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 755 reviews
    We had the most amazing stay here. A very special thank you to the wonderful staff who were so welcoming and helpful. The food is incredible and we ate way more often in the resort than we had originally planned. The houses are beautiful with direct beach access and the Indian Ocean is warm and great for swimming. The live music was a welcoming change and a great way to connect with locals. Overall, we cannot recommend this accommodation more than enough.
    Samantha
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 145 reviews
    super value. great host. amazing animal friends.
    Sameer
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £59.94
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 114 reviews
    friendly and very helpful staff! very good service! clean , spacious room with excellent breakfast! Chris Ans Casha are great hosts! very accommodating and friendly! you must try their shisha!
    Mitea
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £115.08
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 455 reviews
    Quiet area, there were less locals at the beach trying to sell stuff than other beaches.
    Mari
    Group
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 135 reviews
    Amazing stay! Everything was perfect: beautiful rooms, clean, modern, relaxing and cozy common areas for breakfast, lunch, dinner. Very friendly and welcoming owners: we felt like we were at home! Food was exceptional! And finally a very good location, on a nice white sand beach where you can spend hours just watching activities of the locals from the village, the fish market being very close by, you see the fishermen life. In short, many thanks Paulette and Didier for making our stay unforgettable.
    Charlotte
    Young couple
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 308 reviews
    As soon as you arrive the staff welcomes you in a way you feel at home. Everyone is extremely nice. The room was super clean and comfortable with an amazing view. The hotel is right on the beach and close to a local village, so it allows you to get a glimpse in the life and daily routine of the locals. We catch mostly low tide, but since there is a swimming pool it was not a problem. Perfect place for a romantic and relaxing holiday. Highly recommended.
    Mariana
    Young couple