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Marafiki Bungalows

4 stars
From
$103
Cheapest

rate per night

9.1
Excellent
566 reviews
Sat 5/11
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Sun 5/12
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Superior room
Double room
Deluxe room

About Marafiki Bungalows

  • Hotel Room
    You’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi, Breakfast, and Parking for free
Marafiki Bungalows is located on the beach in Kiwengwa,overlooking the ocean.Zanzibar International Airport is a 1 hour drive away. The rooms are housed in traditional bungalow units, featuring local Zanzibari architecture and dried palm leaves for roofing. The furniture is locally crafted and the interiors are complemented with ocean-coloured overlays created using traditional looms. Every room is fitted with a private bathroom and a shower at the terrace. Guests can enjoy local and European cuisine at the restaurant, followed by a drink at the bar, both overlooking the ocean and infinity pool. The area offers plenty of various activities, including snorkeling, diving or kite surfing.

Latest deals for Marafiki Bungalows

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Sun 5/12
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at Marafiki Bungalows

  • Private beach
  • Snorkeling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Free parking

Things to do

  • Eco tourism
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Game room
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Darts
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Horse riding
  • Pool table
  • Hiking

Basics

  • Internet
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Trash cans

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Snack bar
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Dining table

Pool and spa

  • Infinity pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Plunge pool
  • Pool towels
  • Pool with a view
  • Private pool
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Massage
  • Pool bar

General

  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Lockers
  • Pool view
  • Storage available
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Sofa

Services and conveniences

  • Car rental
  • Wake-up service
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Books, DVDs, music for children
  • Child pool
  • Kids meals
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Playground
  • Children's high chair

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Private entrance
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Roll-in shower
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Walk-in shower

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Outdoor

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Private beach
  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio

Bedroom

  • Fold-up bed
  • Socket near the bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service

Workspace

  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Reviews of Marafiki Bungalows

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9.1
WonderfulBased on 566 verified guest reviews
9.1Solo
9.2Friends
9.1Families
9.0Couples

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Location

Kumba Urembo, Kiwengwa

What's nearby

  • Kiwengwa Beach0.6 mi
  • Mapenzi Beach4.6 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Marafiki Bungalows

Low season

March

High season

January

Average price (weeknight)

$112

Average price (weekend night)

$153
Cheapest month to stay with an average 15% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 22% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Marafiki Bungalows

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Top tips for your stay at Marafiki Bungalows

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Marafiki Bungalows, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in March and November.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Marafiki Bungalows, plan to stay on a Sunday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • How long should you stay at Marafiki Bungalows? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Marafiki Bungalows

  • Where is Marafiki Bungalows located?

    Marafiki Bungalows is located at Kumba Urembo, 0.9 miles from the center of Kiwengwa. Kiwengwa Beach is the closest landmark to Marafiki Bungalows.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Marafiki Bungalows?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at Marafiki Bungalows.

  • Does Marafiki Bungalows offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Marafiki Bungalows offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Marafiki Bungalows offer free parking?

    Yes, Marafiki Bungalows offers free parking.

  • How far is Marafiki Bungalows from the airport?

    Marafiki Bungalows is 18.6 miles from Zanzibar Kisauni. Marafiki Bungalows is 59.3 miles from Chake Chake Pemba.

  • Does Marafiki Bungalows have a pool?

    Yes, Marafiki Bungalows has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Marafiki Bungalows hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Marafiki Bungalows in Kiwengwa and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Marafiki Bungalows and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Marafiki Bungalows.

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Good to know

Value for money

9.0

Distance to city center

0.9 mi

Nearest Airport

Zanzibar Kisauni

Distance to airport

18.6 mi