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The Swahili Plaza

3.5 star property

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Front of property
A coastal hotel with a view of the sea, palm trees, and a thatched-roof structure.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Matemwe, Matemwe, Tanzania
  • Place, Kigomani Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Muyuni Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Nungwi Beach
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪78 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Sea View, Poolside

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window.

Family Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Sea View, Poolside

  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, laptop workspace, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Swahili Plaza

Along with 2 outdoor pools, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a rooftop terrace. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking and a free manager's reception are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, coffee/tea in a common area and a free food/drink shopping service.
The Swahili Plaza offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and complimentary bathrobes. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at The Swahili Plaza, you'll be within walking distance of Kigomani Beach. Features include free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a free manager's reception.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Free self-parking
  • Options for a bite to eat include a coffee shop and a restaurant
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools
  • Services include free food shopping service, luggage storage and wedding services
  • 7 minutes by car from Kigomani Beach and 12 minutes from Muyuni Beach
  • Ferry terminal shuttle service available for a fee
The Swahili Plaza offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A rooftop terrace, a library, and barbecue grills are also featured at The Swahili Plaza. Free self parking is available.

This Art Deco Matemwe hotel is smoke free.

The hotel hosts a free manager's reception daily.
The Swahili Plaza has a restaurant on site.
A complimentary food shopping service is offered and guests can order late-night fare from room service (during limited hours).

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Books
  • Designer stores
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fishing
  • Games
  • Karaoke
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • Snorkelling

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Grocery/convenience store

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2025
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 15 for adults and from USD 10 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The Swahili Plaza offers transfers from the ferry terminal (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation 24 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. At the property, quiet hours are enforced between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
Property Registration Number 105-503-025
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served or allowed at The Swahili Plaza.

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