Marafiki Bungalows, Kiwengwa (Zanzibar)
Overview
Situated merely 0.6 miles from a beach, the 4-star Marafiki Bungalows Kiwengwa hotel offers rooms with views of the beach. This hotel, located around a 10-minute drive from Kiwengwa Pongwe Forest, features a restaurant.
Location
The center of Kiwengwa is a 15 minutes' walk of the beachfront hotel. Kiwengwa Beach is 1.6 miles from the accommodation, and Kisauni airport is 32 miles away.
Rooms
There are 17 rooms comprising a balcony and a terrace. Some of them offer blackout drapes and a ceiling fan along with an electric kettle. The rooms come with a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a separate toilet. The safe bathrooms come with a hairdryer.
Eat & Drink
The traditional Marafiki Bungalows Kiwengwa also includes an à la carte restaurant with a variety of halal specialties. Guests can relax and have a snack in the lounge bar.
Leisure & Business
The Kiwengwa hotel also features a swimming pool along with kitesurfing, diving, and surfing. The presence of a golf course ensures guests an active stay at the Marafiki Bungalows Kiwengwa.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Baggage storage
- Private beach
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Diving
- Snorkeling
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Pool tables
- Darts
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Children
- Cribs
- Babysitting/Child services
- Board games
- Children's menu
- Children's pool
- Children's play area
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Plunge pool
- Beach access
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness center
- Massage
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Recommended for:
Swahili Cooking LessonsDelve into the rich flavors and spices of Zanzibar cuisine as you learn to prepare traditional Swahili dishes with expert chefs.
Beachfront MassageSurrender to pure bliss as you indulge in a soothing massage on the massage platform, set right at the shore, while being serenaded by the calming sounds of the ocean.
Bat Cave ExplorationExplore the rarely visited caves of the Kiwengwa-Pongwe forest reserve and get a closer look at the intriguing bat population and unique rock formations.
Red Colobus Monkey EncounterDiscover the rare and endangered Red Colobus monkeys, with their vibrant red patches, as you journey through the only place in the world that hosts these remarkable primates.
Snorkeling AdventureImmerse yourself in the underwater wonders of Zanzibar as you snorkel along the coral reef surrounding Mnemba atoll, encountering a fascinating array of marine life.
Butterfly WalkTake a mesmerizing walk through a captivating paradise filled with hundreds of butterfly varieties, an enchanting experience for both children and adults.
- Portuguese Ruins Exploration
- Fresh Coconut Experience
- Bathe in a Limestone Jungle Cave
- Wildlife Safari
- Cultural Drumming & Dancing
- Night Swim in a Freshwater Cave
- Relaxation and Reflection
Location
* Located in the appealing Kiwengwa area, the bungalows are situated near Mnarani Aquarium and the historic Mtoni Palace Ruins. * The neighborhood offers a glimpse into traditional Zanzibari culture with local markets, artisan workshops, and the famous Kidichi Persian Baths. * Kiwengwa Beach, Pange Reef, and Kiwengwa Cave attract nature enthusiasts and divers to this coastal area.
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