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Mvuvi Boutique Resort

4.0 star property
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2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Signature Triple Room, Sea View | Beach/ocean view
Signature Triple Room, Sea View | Beach/ocean view
Beach bar
Private beach, white sand, free beach cabanas, sun-loungers

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • On private beach
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
East Coast, Kiwengwa, 2698
  • Kiwengwa Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Kiwengwa Pongwe Forest
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Mapenzi Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬
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Room options

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Signature Triple Room, Sea View | Beach/ocean view

Signature Triple Room, Sea View

  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Double Room, Partial Sea View | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Partial Sea View

  • 27 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Garden View

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Quadruple Room

  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 4 Single Beds

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Standard Double Room | View from room

Standard Double Room

  • 37 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Superior Triple Room, Partial Sea View | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Triple Room, Partial Sea View

  • 29 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Double Room, Garden View | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Garden View

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Triple Room, Garden View | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Triple Room, Garden View

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double or Twin Room, Sea View

  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Studio Suite, Sea View | Beach/ocean view

Family Studio Suite, Sea View

  • 50 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Superior Quadruple Room, Partial Sea View | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Quadruple Room, Partial Sea View

  • 38 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 4 Single Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Triple Room

  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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Property grounds

LUX Marijani Zanzibar

Pool
All-inclusive
Spa
Parking included
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, (43)
The price is €288
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb
LUX Marijani Zanzibar

About this property

Mvuvi Boutique Resort

On private beach with 2 outdoor pools, near Kiwengwa Beach
Catch some rays on Mvuvi Boutique Resort's private white sand beach or spend the day relaxing at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the resort's 2 restaurants.
Mvuvi Boutique Resort offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a ceiling fan. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with Access to hot tub. Other recreational amenities include a private beach.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. The spa is open daily.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Mvuvi Boutique Resort. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Kiwengwa Beach. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy international cuisine with ocean views at Mvuvi Beach Restaurant, one of the property's 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools or soak in the hot tub
  • Indulge with Swedish massages at the spa
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, laundry facilities and a terrace
  • On-site recreation includes a private beach
  • Steps from Kiwengwa Beach and 12 minutes on foot from Kiwengwa Pongwe Forest
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
Step outside to unwind on the white sand beach. Hit the beach and work on your tan in the sunloungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with complimentary cabanas and umbrellas. At Mvuvi Boutique Resort, you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a beach bar. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach resort also offers a hot tub, a garden and a terrace. A complete renovation of Mvuvi Boutique Resort was completed in July 2024.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Kiwengwa resort.

Mvuvi Beach Restaurant – Overlooking the ocean, this fine-dining restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
The Beach Lounge – Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open daily.

Languages

Bosnian, Croatian, English, French, German, Italian, Serbian, Spanish, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Mvuvi Beach Restaurant
  • The Beach Lounge

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Boat tours
  • Full-service spa
  • Snorkelling
  • Spa tub
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 1 April and 31 May.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children aged 5 years old and younger stay free per registered adult when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Mvuvi Boutique Resort offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. This property does not have a front desk. The host will greet guests on arrival. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Outside food is not permitted on the premises.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 5 years old and younger stay free per registered adult in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Mvuvi
Mvuvi Kiwengwa
Mvuvi Resort
Mvuvi Resort Kiwengwa
Mvuvi Resort Zanzibar/Kiwengwa
Mvuvi Boutique Resort Kiwengwa
Mvuvi Boutique Resort
Mvuvi Boutique Kiwengwa
Mvuvi Boutique
Mvuvi Boutique Resort Zanzibar Island/Kiwengwa
Mvuvi Boutique Resort Resort
Mvuvi Boutique Resort Kiwengwa
Mvuvi Boutique Resort Resort Kiwengwa

Mvuvi Boutique Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 155 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 155 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 155 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 155 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 155 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beyond a beautiful setting, the staff and service make Mvuvi very special. Everyone is kind and helpful — including the drivers they use. They use a WhatsApp group to inform you of opportunities and activities. And a direct WhatsApp to organize transfers and answer questions. The breakfasts are delicious. I also loved the salt water pool. I stayed on the beach lounge side of the property in room 16 (up stairs) my colleague stayed in the room below (12) that had convenient walk out. Both had sea view.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David Andrew Everard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most perfect relaxing holiday. I will refer people to visit this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I can’t say enough wonderful things about my stay at Mvuvi. The facilities were amazing but the staff and their attention to detail was probably the best part. I felt pampered and so taken care of throughout my entire stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olesya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beach Front Beauty. Lots of properties along the water, so tons of opportunities to try something new. Quite, relaxing, great, friendly staff. Beautiful accommodations and room is always well cleaned often.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nithi

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful scenic property. small boutique hotel that still has all you need. Chef customized our plant based meals every day and everyone was well-prepared and tasty. Staff are so helpful and kind. Watershoes being available are a big plus for the rocky areas of the beach. Only thing I missed was having a gym. Tried running on the beach but some folks try to sell you things and harass a little. They may be harmless but it’s awkward and hard to enjoy a run when you have to avoid those people. Otherwise we loved our stay there!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing boutique property with pleasant and very helpful staff. With all that said, the only negative is the immediate area/neighborhood outside of the gate. The management should spend more to enhance the standard of the area and help the people living in that area. This would make it more inviting for guests like us who wanted to go fora walk the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything I read was true!
When you book a hotel you always read reviews with a pinch of salt. This hotel has fantastic reviews and with good reason. Everything from the welcome to our departure was absolutely first class without exception. A few members of staff deserve a special mention - Bernard, Mtoto, Nema and Baracka all helped make our stay extra special. The staff in general are exceptional including the kitchen staff who turn out superb food time after time and catered to my wife’s vegetarian requirements admirably. Would we stay again? Yes, in a heartbeat.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

tammy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grace and her staff made us feel very special during our entire stay. The intimate resort of 9 rooms exceeded our expectations. The food at every meal was outstanding..coming from foodies who run restaurants!! Every request was met with “yes..of course”. Caroline who manages the property proactively reach out in advance for car transfer service as well as organizing a snorkel excision day was perfect We could not have been happier with our experience. We will be back for sure!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria, WASHINGTON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I spent four relaxing days at Mvuvi Boutique Resorts in Kiwengwa, Zanzibar. The staff was amazing, the beach was beautiful, and the food was delicious. This is a great spot for unwinding after a safari or any other adventure. It was affordable and intimate. I also had one of the best massages I’ve ever had. Highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Iris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely resort.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

rosanna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful resort with nice clean rooms, nice pool & the best food we had our whole holiday! We had half board & were blown away by the food. The best beach right outside your door & wonderful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing small hotel with crazily good service.
This was a perfect boutique hotel - exceptionally pretty and with everything we were looking for. The rooms are just metres from the beach, the food is extremely good, and the team can't be beaten. Getting up at 3.50am to gift us fresh fruit for a trip was absolutely exceptional but in keeping with the service we received throughout our stay. Nothing was too much trouble, and they also went out of their way to make sure that they accommodated our (vegan) dietary requirements. Cannot recommend too highly.
First morning waking up at Mvuvi Boutique Resort
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay at Mvuvi. Very secluded (1h from Stonetown), intimate and private. Unfortunately the weather was not cooperative but we had a chance to enjoy the great food, the private beach and walk around the shore. I would probably chose to explore another area next time with more things to do around (not as secluded).
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Uma

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
LOVED EVERYTHING!!!! It was a beautiful, natural property that felt like home. There were not too many rooms, so there were not too many guests, and we always felt comfortable. The rooms and outdoor spaces were all very naturally and tastefully done and were all cleaned multiple times per day. Everything always worked, was always clean, and everything was thought of in advance. A perfect example of this was that on the last day, when we were going to the airport (at 2:45am) Grace was awake to see us off, and the kitchen staff had packed our favorite breakfast for us (they even remembered what we liked)! We had only planned to stay there for 3 days, but extended our stay for 7 days because we loved it so much. Grace and Neema were wonderfully accommodating, arranging trips for us on short notice - and everyone they put us in contact with (drivers, tour guides, kite-surfing instructors) was extremely kind and generous. A special thank you also to Baracka, Fareeda, Veronica and Victoria for always being so accommodating and friendly. Vacation never felt like this before. In other places you still feel like you’re thinking of things, looking for things, feeling somehow not at home… This was the first time I’ve gone on a vacation and really understood the meaning of that word. No worries at all, hakuna matata.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Mvuvi Resort provides the perfect idyllic beach respite - it is quiet and relaxing. The staff were amazing - helpful and kind (and very accommodating when my outgoing flight got cancelled and I was rebooked on one leaving 5 hours later). I would love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sanna

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

KNUT

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location - right on the beach - good vibes from all the staff, excellent food, absolutely loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Bratell

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023