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Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK

4.0 star property

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Porch
View from room
Bar (on property)
Interior entrance

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Chuini Ruins, Bububu
  • Place, Prison Island
  • Place, Kidichi Spice Farm
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Slave Market
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

  • 135 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 King Beds OR 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Superior Bungalow

  • 60 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Bungalow, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 35 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Junior Suite, Oceanfront

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Bungalow, Ocean View (Single Use)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Superior Bungalow (Single)

  • 31 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Junior Suite, Ocean View (Single)

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (Single)

  • 135 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, Garden View

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, Garden View

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK

Waterfront lodge with 2 outdoor pools and full-service spa
2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and a restaurant are available at this lodge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a poolside bar and a snack bar/deli are on-site.
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bathrobes and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Business-friendly amenities include desks and laptop-compatible safes. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site.

Children aged under 6 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

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

Sultans Spa has 2 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and facials. The spa is equipped with a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. Children under 8 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.
During your stay at Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK, you'll be close to Siso Spice Farm. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and 2 outdoor pools are available.
  • Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy international cuisine and a beachfront location while dining at Restaurant
  • Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools
  • Treat yourself to Swedish massages, aromatherapy or body scrubs at Sultans Spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • 7 minutes by car from Masingini Forest and 7 minutes from Chapwani Island
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK. An airport shuttle at scheduled times is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Bububu lodge.

Restaurant – This beachfront restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Happy hour is offered.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM at scheduled times
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Boat tours
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Snorkelling

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 18 buildings
  • Built in 2005
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 94
  • Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 48 (from 4 to 9 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 94
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 48 (from 4 to 9 years old)
  • Resort fee: USD 4 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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 27 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
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
This property does not have a front desk. The host will greet guests on arrival.
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

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Hakuna Matata Beach
Hakuna Matata Beach Bububu
Hakuna Matata Beach Lodge
Hakuna Matata Beach Lodge Bububu
Matata Beach
Hakuna Matata Beach Hotel Bububu
Hakuna Matata Beach Lodge & Spa Zanzibar/Bububu
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge Bububu
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Bububu
Chuini Zanzibar Beach
Hakuna Matata Beach Lodge Spa
Chuini Zanzibar Lodge
Chuini Zanzibar By Newmark
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK Lodge
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK Bububu
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK Lodge Bububu

Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 138 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Emeka

Disliked: Amenities
Quaint location. You may have to contend with load (power) sharing. No TVs (fine with me). Good location for solo travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sherree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The environment was very welcoming and everyday i saw how hard everyone on the staff worked in unison to provide me comfort and convenience. Elisha and Zebron i dealt with daily and they made sure everything was in order and that i enjoyed myself. The cooks serce some of the best food i have tasted it was so i tried food i have never tried. The property was secure and i had no worries of unfavorable events occuring. First place i have stayed wjere housekeeping comes in person at least 3 times a day to ensure the room is in order or to check if anything is needed. I didn’t just meet people that work at a lodge there, no i made friends and i will be visiting again. Asante sana to the entire staff and managers
Stayed 17 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

HARRISON

Liked: Amenities
A wonderful gem in Zanzibar. I can’t recommend this place enough, beautiful, tranquil, delicious food and clean comfortable bedrooms. It was the perfect few days I needed. The hotel is also very helpful in organising excursions, spa treatments etc . Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Adam Matthew

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rouja

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A unique location and superb staff and restaurant! Loved it and will go back! Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Zanzibar Gem: Chuini Beach Lodge

Our stay at Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge was nothing short of exceptional. The staff, led by the incredibly helpful and friendly General Manager, Cameron, went above and beyond to ensure our comfort and satisfaction. The two ladies behind the bar, whose names unfortunately escape me, provided impeccable service with warm smiles and attentive care. The food was simply divine, thanks to the talented chefs in the kitchen. We particularly enjoyed the delicious breakfasts, which featured a wide variety of fresh fruits, pastries, and cooked-to-order dishes. The hotel’s beautiful setting was a major highlight of our stay. The main pool, with its stunning views of the local beach and fishermen, was the perfect place to relax and unwind. The ruins of Chuini, located within the hotel grounds, added a touch of history and intrigue. We were also impressed by the cleanliness and well-maintained condition of our room and the hotel facilities. Overall, our experience at Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge was unforgettable. We highly recommend this exceptional hotel to anyone seeking a luxurious and relaxing vacation in Zanzibar.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property, just down the coast from Stone Town (you can see the capital from the terrace). Opted for a sea view lodge and ended up in a beautiful, self contained cottage on a private beach. Staff are attentive and very helpful. Room was clean and spacious. All in all I would have no issue with recommending a stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular property! The customer service was outstanding and so were the views. They even packed me lunch for free to take on the plane when I was checking out. What a great experience I had!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly Mukiri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in this hotel for three days and experience was great.The staff were so helpful and welcoming especially kassim big up to him.The rooms very clean and airly.I will visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great facility
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very attentive staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simangele Angel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff very friendly Access to the lodge is not great
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Small property as to number of rooms. Staff very helpful and personable. Food was good, sometimes slow other times within minutes of ordering. Lovely party for guest one evening with music and celebration of food and maybe for full moon. Not easy to ambulatory the step and walkway. They were uneven and nights the walkway not lite very well. On the ocean and a fishing area, some times isand petroleum and the burning smells...overall Avery pleasant stay would recommend and would love to visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mascelline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Pritha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff at Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge are the best thing about property. They are extremely friendly and really strive hard to provide excellent customer service. The surroundings are stunning and provides an amazing backdrop during sunset. We did suffer a few issues. On our first evening, there was no water in any of the villas for several hours. A day later, water from the toilet in our villa was leaking and flooded the cubicle. Kasim tried to resolve the problem the same evening but informed us that it would need to be fixed by a plumber the following morning. Kasim offered us a move into a different villa, which we declined since we were not keen to pack up so late in the evening. Hence he left us the keys of the adjoining villa so that we could use the bathroom there since the water supply had to be turned off in our villa to stop the leak. The lodge was offering 15 minute complimentary massages to all guests but due to the problems we suffered during our stay, Kasim arranged for the two of us to enjoy complimentary one hour massages each. We both opted for the deep tissue massages and this was amazing and very relaxing as it helped to soothe our aching muscles. We really enjoyed the food at Chuini, with the chef using an array of fresh produce to create a variety delicious dishes. We particularly enjoyed the tuna tartare with the mango and avocado salad as well as the wraps and fried rice. Esther was always a smiling presence in the dining area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Enam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Chuini Stay Feedback

Chuini was great to stay! We will recommend it hands down to anyone visiting Zanzibar for the first time as long as they are okay stay a few miles away in the suburbs!!
Welcome drinks!!!
One of the two cool pools!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Asha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The surrounding areas at night had loud noises it the room was stunning. It could have just been the situation of our room as it was close to the gate. The room unfortunately also didn’t have a telephone so when my husband got food poisoning and i wasn’t feeling my best I had to go to reception to ask for some help. The staff were super accommodating and always friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Abdulla

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos Milano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Zanzibar's Best Kept Resort Secret!!

I think this place is just a BEST KEP SECRET. It was absolutely stunning, the staff and manager are just so warm and hospitable. I have been telling all my U.S. friends about it because I would come again in a heart beat!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla, Brentwood

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024