Marafiki Bungalows

4 stars
Tue 12/23
-
Wed 12/24
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
$106
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Superior room
$106
Deluxe room
$118
Double room
$163
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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. 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.
9.2
Wonderful rating
Based on 1,109 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Marafiki Bungalows

Tue 12/23
Wed 12/24
Deluxe room
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$118
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$138
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$191
nightly with fees
Superior room
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$106
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$120
nightly with fees
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$120
nightly with fees
Double room
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$163
nightly with fees
Standard room
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$174
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Marafiki Bungalows

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

Basics

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

Things to do

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

Pool and spa

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

Dining

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

General

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

Services and conveniences

  • Car rental
  • 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
  • Playground
  • Children's high chair

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Private entrance
  • Roll-in shower
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Bathroom

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

Outdoor

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

Parking and transportation

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

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Mosquito net
  • 24-hour security
  • First-aid kit

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

9.2
Wonderful
1109 verified ratings
Wonderful
771
Very good
185
Good
91
Okay
25
Fair
20
Mediocre
4
Poor
13

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the cleanliness and friendly service of the hotel, with many praising the quality of food and the beautiful surroundings. However, several reviews mentioned the lack of a beach and the inconvenient location, which required transportation to other areas for swimming and activities.
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Cleanliness10 out of 10
Service9.5 out of 10
Location1.5 out of 10
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Location

2211 Kumba Urembo Kiwengwa, 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

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Marafiki Bungalows

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June
January
$164
$118
Cheapest month to stay with an average 22% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 7% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

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 January.
  • 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 $163, while the most expensive was $163.
  • How long should you stay at Marafiki Bungalows? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 4 days.

FAQs when booking at Marafiki Bungalows

  • Where is Marafiki Bungalows located?

    Marafiki Bungalows is located at 2211 Kumba Urembo Kiwengwa, 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 Intl. 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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Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

9.0
0.9 mi
Zanzibar Intl
18.6 mi