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About this property

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Elegant Accommodation: Boutique Villa Unaweza in Mnazi Mrefu offers a 4-star villa experience with spa facilities, water sports, a year-round outdoor swimming pool, and a lush garden. Guests enjoy a terrace, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Amenities: The villa features air-conditioning, private bathrooms, balconies with garden or pool views, and modern amenities such as a tea and coffee maker, refrigerator, and free toiletries. Additional services include massage, yoga, and live music. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves African cuisine with vegetarian and vegan options. Breakfast includes fresh pastries, pancakes, fruits, and juice. Guests can also enjoy themed dinner nights and outdoor dining areas. Prime Location: Located a few steps from Matemwe Beach, the villa is 50 km from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. Nearby attractions include Kichwele Forest Reserve (25 km) and Peace Memorial Museum (45 km). Guests appreciate the yoga, attentive staff, and swimming pool.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

    • Breakfast info

    • Vegetarian

    • Free private parking available on-site

    • Activities:

    • Fishing

    • Billiards

    • Hiking


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1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jakub
    Poland Poland
    beautiful and relaxing design, peaceful and warm atmosphere, exceptionally friendly and helpful staff, spotless rooms with thoughtful twice-daily service, delicious and generous meals with local and international options, small personal touches...
  • Jasvir
    Belgium Belgium
    The service from arriving all the way to leaving was amazing! Great experience!
  • Felix
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Best location. Amazing pool and garden area. Only 30 seconds to the beach. Super friendly stuff, clean, delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner. Spacious rooms. Highly recommended.
  • Kysela
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything and everyone are absolutely amazing. Highly recommended!
  • Eva
    Norway Norway
    I had an amazing 3 day stay at Villa Unaweza! I was travelling alone following a hectic work trip, Sylvia helped me book my shuttle from the airport and that was the beginning of a very smooth stay. The room and facilities were gorgeous and the...
  • Szabolcs
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The Villa resort was beautiful, very well maintained, staff very friendly, great food options, excellent breakfast
  • King
    Canada Canada
    This was a beautiful oasis for our family. After 33 hours traveling to get to Zanzibar we use our time there to get climatized before doing a safari in Tanzania. The staff were super friendly. Food and drinks were great. Loved it!
  • Coloma
    Spain Spain
    What we like most about this wonderful villa was its service, its food, the yoga sessions, the views from our room, etc.In brief, they care about its customers and they made us feel really welcome.We would recommend this hotel to everyone as it...
  • Thomas
    Germany Germany
    Very nice and clean hotel! We recommend this Hotel 100%. Staff was always very helpful and friendly! Lunch and dinner was very good. Rooms are spacious and clean. One minute away from the beautiful beach!
  • Nasvag
    Greece Greece
    Excellent small boutique hotel but with the quality off a 5 star. Located in Matemwe a small village.Eco friendly design with all necessarys to have a relaxing vacation. Wonderful breakfast with fruits eggs. toast or pancakes. The dinner was also...

Managed by FM SCM Ltd

Company review score: 9.7Based on 285 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Villa Unaweza is a place with an intimate atmosphere, conducive to relaxation and tranquillity. We offer you peaceful and magical moments that will remain in your memory forever. Our staff are local people who are passionate about telling you about life in enchanting Zanzibar. They are eager to share their stories and knowledge and introduce you to the culture and customs of this magical place. This is an authentic experience that will allow you to experience the real Zanzibar. Villa Unaweza is not only a holiday destination, but also the result of combining travel and love for Africa. The place was born out of a passion for the continent, a fascination for its cultural and natural riches. As owners, our priority is to ensure the safety of our guests and that they return to us with a smile on their face. Our hospitality is the heart of our property and your satisfaction is our greatest reward.

Property information

Villa Unaweza is a picturesque property offering a unique atmosphere and comfort in the heart of the African countryside. Our villa consists of 10 beautifully decorated double rooms. They are all decorated in a traditional African style, giving them a unique character and charm. Each room has a double bed with mosquito nets to ensure a good night's sleep and protection from insects. A spacious bathroom with toiletries and soft towels adds to the sense of luxury. Our suites are as comfortable as they are elegant. Each has air conditioning, a fridge, a safe and a balcony or terrace with spectacular views of the surrounding African landscape. We also have a beautiful swimming pool surrounded by comfortable sun loungers. This is the perfect place to cool off on a hot day or just relax to the sounds of nature. Our restaurant is a feast for the palate. We offer local cuisine that showcases the authentic flavours of Africa as well as international delicacies. Our bar serves exquisite drinks which can be enjoyed on the terrace, at a table or by the pool. Experienced staff take care of every detail, creating an atmosphere of tranquillity and relaxation. After an intense day exploring the delights of Zanzibar, enjoy our massages to restore your harmony and energy for the next unforgettable moments. We invite all those who wish to relax in luxury and harmony with nature to take advantage of our services. Villa Unaweza is not just a place, it is an experience that will leave unforgettable memories in your heart.

Neighbourhood information

The location of Unaweza Villa is a true paradise on earth, we are situated in charming Zanzibar, in the peaceful village of Matemwe. It's a place steeped in tradition, where most of the inhabitants live from fishing, making the area unique. As you walk around the village, you will be delighted to see the traditional wooden boats called dau, which are an integral part of the local landscape. Matemwe is also a place where you can enjoy a unique culinary experience. The local restaurants are true gems of the culinary world. Chefs prepare fresh and tasty dishes before your very eyes. This is not just a meal, but a show of culinary craftsmanship that is sure to delight your palate. The beaches in the area are a paradise. Their white sands and the blue waters of the Indian Ocean create an unforgettable landscape that invites relaxation and contemplation. This is the ideal place to sunbathe, stroll along the seashore and watch the sunset, which is extremely picturesque here. We invite you to this magical place where exoticism, tradition and nature combine to create a unique experience

Languages spoken

English,Polish,Swahili

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restauracja Villa Unaweza
    • Cuisine
      African
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan

House rules

Boutique Villa Unaweza takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 12 years are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

12+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$70 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Boutique Villa Unaweza in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

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