Boutique Hotel Matlai
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1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Boutique Hotel Matlai
No.15 of 4-Star Select Hotels in Zanzibar Archipelago
Pingwe, Pingwe, Zanzibar South, Tanzania
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Highlights
Ideal location
Free parking
Top local pick
Delicious breakfast
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Amenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach volleyball
Diving
Snorkeling
Hiking
Spa
Massage room
Private parkingFree
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Property Description
Located in Michamvi, Boutique Hotel Matlai is on the beach, a 3-minute walk from Pingwe Beach and within a 5-minute drive of Michamvi Kae Beach. This beach hotel is 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from Paje Beach and 10.6 mi (17 km) from Jambiani Beach.
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9.9/10
OutstandingCleanliness9.9
Amenities9.9
Location9.9
Service9.9
All 45 reviews
Surroundings
Airport: Abeid Amani Karume International Airport
(64.1 km)
Landmarks: Wimbi Diving Zanzibar
(260m)
Landmarks: Pingwe Beach
(840m)
Landmarks: Starfish
(1.6 km)
Landmarks: Seesternebucht
(2.0 km)
Landmarks: Kae Beach
(2.6 km)
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Overview
Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
10
Suite With Sea View ( Villa Kidosho )
1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
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9
Deluxe Room With Sea View ( Asili House )
1 King bed or 1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
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Guest Reviews
9.9/10
Outstanding
45 reviews
This property hasn't received any negative reviews.
- Cleanliness9.9
- Amenities9.9
- Location9.9
- Service9.9
Average for similar properties in Pingwe
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Beach and Marine Activities: The beachfront location allows for walking on sandbanks, exploring marine life during low tide (with provided reef shoes), and snorkeling at nearby reefs. The calm and quiet beach is a highlight for many.
Guest User
June 25, 2025
Passamos parte de nossa lua de mel lá e foi incrível. Staff, comida, estrutura, hospitalidade e local do hotel perfeitos. Especial agradecimento ao Zubier, Tito e Tim.
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Sandra C
June 19, 2025
Only 6 rooms in 2 separate houses in this unique resort so book early!Gorgeous room with huge bathroom including freestanding soaking tub, with a menu of bath salts to select. Beautiful ocean views and large pool. What sets it apart are the bespoke experiences they offer and the professional and personalized service provided by the staff, including your private butler (thank you Tito!) that was always available with a call from the cell phone provided when you check in. Where else can you have a candlelight dinner and watch a movie in your own private outdoor amphitheater while lounging under a blanket with popcorn! A must-do!! We also highly recommend the private romantic dinner on the beach. A magical experience with candles and lanterns and crystal glasses! One of our favorite amenities provided was the choice to eat where you wanted, and when you wanted. You could wake up and have breakfast on your terrace in your bathrobe! The food was fresh, beautifully presented, and every course was amazing! We tried many items on the menu and even created a few of our own in consultation with the chef. A big thank you to Tim the manager and creator of this very special place!!
Annie P
April 20, 2025
Stayed for 5nts in the kidosho villa, we booked the 2 rooms for our group (2 couples). The decor is beautiful, villa incredibly spacious, bathroom luxurious and infinity pool absolutely stunning. The villa has everything you could need for a luxury stay including multiple private sun lounging areas. Our butler Tito was so attentive and made our stay extra special. The beach was beautiful and sea turquoise. Finally the food was sublime and we especially enjoyed the Vietnamese menu.
Klara S
April 22, 2025
Matlai is a true Swahili dream. There’s something incredibly special about the place: it’s elegant and intimate, and full of quiet beauty. The warmth of the team made it feel like a home away from home, and the food was absolutely outstanding. I spent an hour just wandering the gardens, but the villa was so comfortable and beautifully thought through that I didn’t want to leave it at all. The private spa was a treat and we spent hours there. I’m already hoping to come back. It stays with you, this place.
Håkan
March 19, 2025
Ett underbart supermysigt boutiquehotel.
Fantastiskt mysigt boutiquehotel. Verligen en pärla. Mycket god mat som serverades i restaurant, på rummets balkong eller på ett av flera ställen i den fina trädgården (man valde själv ställe varje dag). Mycket trevlig personal, alla hälsade och pratade gärna. Ett drömställe - vi längtar tillbaka.
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Guest User
February 26, 2025
Perfect for a quiet beachside break. This is a luxury boutique experience with a difference. That difference is the butler service. Nothing was too much trouble. Never encountered a ‘no’. It was always a ‘let’s see how we can make that happen for you. Amazing food which varied every day. Well appointed rooms with luxurious toiletries. Thoughtful management that has an eye on sustainability. As a reader it’s always hard to know whether you have anything in common with a reviewer, so just to put things into perspective, we generally tend to have vacations in luxury resorts such as Sandals in the Caribbean and Baros in Maldives and the level of service and relaxation was on a par (and in some ways superseded) by this experience. We split our holiday in two with the second facility being more focused on the beach. I am already regretting the decision to not spend more of our time in the relaxing surroundings of Hotel Matlai.
John H
February 22, 2025
In our opinion this hotel was unsuitable for us who are in our 70s. Swimming in both the hotel pool and in the sea was disappointing due to the rocky beach and sea urchins as well as a pool which was uncomfortable for more than one couple. The restaurant lacked atmosphere and the half board choices were underwhelming. Definitely more suitable for honeymoon couples.
Monica
December 27, 2024
Bellissimo boutique hotel, con pochi appartamenti molto belli, ogni particolare è curato con attenzione per il benessere dei clienti. L'appartamento dove abbiamo soggiornato, il Maji, è molto grande con patio e giardino esterno e vista mare. Il personale molto professionale e gentile, sempre pronto a soddisfare qualsiasi esigenza. Ashim, che ci ha seguiti durante il nostro soggiorno è un ragazzo fantastico, molto professionale, discreto e educato.
Il ristorante è davvero ottimo,
con tante proposte interessanti, cucinate con gusto. Complimenti allo chef. Abbiamo usufruito anche del centro benessere, Maryem e l'altra ragazza sono davvero bravissime. Abbiamo passato una settimana incantevole e speriamo di poterci tornare presto. Lo consiglio a tutti coloro che voglio rilassarsi e godersi lo splendido mare di Zanzibar.
Personale accoglientw e pronto a so
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Services & Amenities
Most popular business facilities
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach volleyball
Diving
Snorkeling
Hiking
Spa
Massage room
Private parking
Free
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
Luggage storage
Bar
Restaurant
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Taxi booking service
Car rentals
Currency exchange
Wake-up call
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Outdoor swimming pool
Spa
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Outdoor swimming pool
Infinity pool
Pool with view
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available Off-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Private parking
Free
Valet parking
Transportation
Car rentals
Shuttle service
Additional charge
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Taxi booking service
Business Services
Fax/copying service
Wedding service
Front Desk Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge service
VIP check-in service
Express check-in and check-out
Safe at front desk
Luggage storage
Wake-up call
Currency exchange
Tour and ticket booking service
Languages Spoken
English
Kiswahili
German
Food & Drink
Snack bar
Halal meals provided
Bar
Alcohol-free rooms (on request)
Lobby bar
Room service
Public Areas
BBQ
Additional charge
Picnic area
Smoking area
Garden
Health & Wellness
Spa
Diving
Beach volleyball
Massage room
Kayaking
Body care
Hiking
Snorkeling
Activities
Public beach
Fishing
Cleaning Services
Ironing service
Additional charge
Clothes dryer
Laundry service (on-site)
Additional charge
Safety & Security
Intruder alarm
CCTV in public areas
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Security personnel
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–24:00
Check-out: Before 10:30
Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]08:00–18:00
The property will provide check-in details after booking
If you will arrive outside of check-in hours, contact the property in advance
Child Policies
Children are not permitted to stay in this room type.
Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.
Breakfast
TypeContinental, Full English/Irish, Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian
StyleBoxed/packaged food
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact property |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Service Animals
Service animals are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Opened: 2012
- Number of Rooms: 6
Located in Michamvi, Boutique Hotel Matlai is on the beach, a 3-minute walk from Pingwe Beach and within a 5-minute drive of Michamvi Kae Beach. This beach hotel is 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from Paje Beach and 10.6 mi (17 km) from Jambiani Beach.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. This hotel also features concierge services, wedding services, and a picnic area.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the beach bar.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).
Make yourself at home in one of the 6 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. This hotel also features concierge services, wedding services, and a picnic area.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the beach bar.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).
Make yourself at home in one of the 6 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.