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Marafiki Bungalows
4 stars

Marafiki Bungalows

Kumba Urembo, Kiwengwa, Tanzania
Kiwengwa, Tanzania
See location+255 777 799 947
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$106
Cheapest

rate per night

9.1
Wonderful
based on 1037 reviews
1,037 reviews
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Provider
Nightly total
Superior room
Double room
Deluxe room

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Overview

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.
9.1
Wonderful rating
Based on 1,037 verified guest reviews

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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

Basics

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

Things to do

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

Pool and spa

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

Dining

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

General

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

Services and conveniences

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

Accessibility and suitability

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

Family friendly

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

Bathroom

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

Parking and transportation

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

Outdoor

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

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

Reviews of Marafiki Bungalows

9.1
Wonderful
1037 verified ratings
Wonderful
711
Very good
180
Good
87
Okay
24
Fair
19
Mediocre
4
Poor
12

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the cleanliness and excellent service, highlighting the delicious food and friendly staff. However, many reviews pointed out issues with the location, particularly the lack of a good beach and the strong winds affecting poolside enjoyment. The comfort of beds was also mentioned as a concern for some guests.
AI-Generated from customer reviews
Cleanliness10 out of 10
Service10 out of 10
Restaurant9.5 out of 10
Pool9 out of 10
Bed Comfort2 out of 10
Location1 out of 10
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Location

Kumba Urembo, Kiwengwa

What's nearby

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

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Check-in/Check-out

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

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Marafiki Bungalows

Low season

June

High season

January

Average price (weeknight)

$146

Average price (weekend night)

$141
Cheapest month to stay with an average 19% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 14% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Marafiki Bungalows

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KAYAK's 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 June 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 Friday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Marafiki Bungalows was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $118, while the most expensive was $118.
  • How long should you stay at Marafiki Bungalows? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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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 18.7 miles from Zanzibar Intl. Marafiki Bungalows is 59.2 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

8.9

Distance to city center

0.9 mi

Nearest Airport

Zanzibar Intl

Distance to airport

18.6 mi