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Boutique Hotel Matlai

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel in Michamvi with spa and outdoor pool

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On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach towels
Suite with Sea View ( Villa Kidosho ) | In-room dining
Exterior
Beach/ocean view
Boutique Hotel Matlai, where turquoise waves meet white sand shores. Unwind in a beachfront setting with sun loungers and a garden, then indulge in international cuisine at the onsite restaurant or enjoy activities like kayaking and boat tours.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach bar
  • Room service
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Airport shuttle

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Deluxe Room with Sea View ( Asili House ) | Living area

Deluxe Room with Sea View ( Asili House )

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Pillow menu
  • Sea view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Bed

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Suite with Sea View ( Villa Kidosho ) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite with Sea View ( Villa Kidosho )

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • Sea view
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Michamvi Beach, Michamvi

What's nearby

  • Pingwe Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Michamvi Kae Beach - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Dongwe Beach - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Bwejuu Beach - 10 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Paje Beach - 17 min drive - 17.1 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 66 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Baladin - ‬6 min walk
  • Zanzi Bar
  • ‪Kae Beach Restoraunt - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kae Beach Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Sands Beach Resort - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Boutique Hotel Matlai

At Boutique Hotel Matlai, you can spend time at the beach enjoying volleyball, beachside drinks, and sun loungers, plus you'll have access to onsite kayaking. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, facials, and mani/pedis. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this boutique hotel include a snack bar/deli, free bike rentals, and a terrace.

Languages

English, French, German, Swahili

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 6 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (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 - 6:00 PM
    • Guests will receive an email 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (12 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Beach bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Beach volleyball
  • Kayaking
  • Boat tours
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2012
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • Infinity pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Furnished balcony
  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body scrubs.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between April 2 and May 31.

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Boutique Hotel Matlai
Boutique Hotel Matlai Michamvi
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Matlai Boutique Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is Boutique Hotel Matlai currently open?

The property is closed between April 2 and May 31.

Is there a pool at Boutique Hotel Matlai?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Boutique Hotel Matlai?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Boutique Hotel Matlai?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 60 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Boutique Hotel Matlai?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

What is there to do at Boutique Hotel Matlai and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, volleyball, and cycling. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Boutique Hotel Matlai also has spa services and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Boutique Hotel Matlai?

Yes, Several dining areas offers alfresco dining, international cuisine, and garden views.

Does Boutique Hotel Matlai have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

Does Boutique Hotel Matlai have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.

What's the area around Boutique Hotel Matlai like?

Boutique Hotel Matlai is located a short 3-minute walk from Pingwe Beach.

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Boutique Hotel Matlai Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Amazing hotel with the bestest of service. The owners were beyond nice and the staff was the most enjoyable and professional. Great experience and would definitely stay again. Only thing that could be improved is the wifi speed.

10/10

A beautiful small resort with just 6 rooms in two separate buildings. Very attentive and friendly staff. Lovely pool. Beautiful gardens. Long white sand beach right in front of the rooms is perfect for walks and swimming (with sea shoes, and somewhat tide dependent).
3-night trip

10/10

There are lots of beautiful boutique hotels everywhere in the world, lots of them have just a beautiful facade, but missing that special personal touch that actually makes the difference by bringing up good emotions and making you always remembering the place. Matlai gives you that experience and you will want to come back, because everything here is simply very very very good - location, views, facilities, service, food, comfort, design and details, happy staff, peace ... you will not miss a thing from your luxury beach stay!
3-night trip

10/10

Fantastiskt mysigt boutiquehotel. Verligen en pärla. Mycket god mat som serverades i restaurant, på rummets balkong eller på ett av flera ställen i den fina trädgården (man valde själv ställe varje dag). Mycket trevlig personal, alla hälsade och pratade gärna. Ett drömställe - vi längtar tillbaka.
6-night trip

10/10

2-night trip

10/10

2-night trip

10/10

Bellissimo boutique hotel, con pochi appartamenti molto belli, ogni particolare è curato con attenzione per il benessere dei clienti. L'appartamento dove abbiamo soggiornato, il Maji, è molto grande con patio e giardino esterno e vista mare. Il personale molto professionale e gentile, sempre pronto a soddisfare qualsiasi esigenza. Ashim, che ci ha seguiti durante il nostro soggiorno è un ragazzo fantastico, molto professionale, discreto e educato. Il ristorante è davvero ottimo, con tante proposte interessanti, cucinate con gusto. Complimenti allo chef. Abbiamo usufruito anche del centro benessere, Maryem e l'altra ragazza sono davvero bravissime. Abbiamo passato una settimana incantevole e speriamo di poterci tornare presto. Lo consiglio a tutti coloro che voglio rilassarsi e godersi lo splendido mare di Zanzibar. Personale accoglientw e pronto a so
7-night trip

10/10

2-night trip

10/10

2-night trip

10/10

Endroit d’exception, tout est fait pour notre plaisir dans un cadre idyllique et une nourriture fantastique!
7-night trip

10/10

2-night trip

10/10

6-night trip

10/10

Uns hat es super gefallen, es waren für uns aussergewöhnliche Ferien in dieser schönen Hotel-anlage. Das Personal ist äusserst freundlich und hat vom Morgen bis Abend immer ein Lächeln im Gesicht. Das Essen fanden wir hervorragend und abwechslungsreich. Alles vom Stand bis Zimmer und Garten ist sauber und sehr gepflegt. Besonders hat und die private und ruhige Atmosphäre gefallen. Wir werden diesen Urlaub nie vergessen und kommen sicher wieder. Ein riesiges Dankeschön an das ganze Team.
7-night trip

10/10

Hôtel magnifique, excellent séjour du début à la fin, spécial mention pour notre major d’homme Hashim et le responsable Mohamed qui nous ont parfaitement accompagné durant notre séjour. Si vous souhaitez passer un séjour inoubliable n’hésitez pas réserver cet hôtel. Tout le personnel est au petit soin pour vous, l’arriver à l’hôtel est juste magnifique et quand vous quitterez cet hôtel vous serez triste de partir, ils vous donneront un petit sac avec des pâtisseries et des fruits. Je n’ai rien à dire sur cet hôtel tout ces passer parfaitement, le meilleur hôtel que j’ai pu faire sur l’île de zanzibar durant notre séjour de 3 semaines.
3-night trip

10/10

A Boutique Hotel worth of its name. The team will welcome you with a smile from the heart and you will have the most pleasant stay in a place that is close to a piece of heaven on earth! You will not have to worry about anything as the Matlai team will get all your needs covered from out trips to transportation to snorkeling gear to anything you might need. The outdoor cinema was a charm and the beach bar was great. Do not hesitate to book your stay with Matlai Hotel. You won’t be disappointed. special thanks to Justus and Mohammed from the Matlai team
3-night trip

10/10

Außergewöhnliches Hotel. Personal immer aufmerksam, aber nie aufdringlich. Ausgezeichnetes Essen. Ruhige Lage am Traumstrand. Home away from home!
3-night trip

10/10

O hotel é incrível. São apenas 6 quartos então a atenção é totalmente voltada para estes poucos hóspedes. Um mordomo fica a sua disposição 24 horas. Eles pensam em tudo, simplesmente em tudo. Nunca fui tratado tão bem em um hotel. Pegamos o plano café e jantar. As refeições são fartas e é tudo muito romântico. Você pode ir caminhado ao famoso restaurante The Rock (10 minutos pela praia). Aconselho tbm pegarem o por do sol no Kae Beach, que fica cerca de 15 minutos de carro. Valeu a pena pagar mais caro por um hotel e ter tratamento de rei.
2-night trip

10/10

7-night trip

10/10

3-night trip

10/10

Hotel sensacional, na beira da praia, todo rústico, muito aconchegante. O hotel possui 2 casas, uma com 04 quartos e outra com 02, mais luxuosos, cada uma tem uma piscina e você fica muito a vontade. A comida é a melhor de toda a praia, o serviço é impecável, o mordomo Justus estava sempre a disposição pra nos ajudar com qualquer coisa, bastava telefonar do celular de cada quarto. No restaurante, o garçom Mohamed sempre muito simpático, nos servindo e sempre conversando sobre a cultura local. Recomendo muito o local, ideal pra descansar.
3-night trip

10/10

If I could give this hotel a higher rating I would. Everything was perfect from the time we arrived to when we left, our only regret was we wish we had booked for longer! We stayed for 2 nights as part of our honeymoon. Inge arranged our airport transfer, when we reached the hotel we got out and didn't need to pay (they put it on our room bill) and took our cases to our room, handed us fresh coconuts with Malibu and got us checked in quickly. We arrived late and ordered our dinner which we ate on our balcony served by the hotel butler. I love the little quirks of this place: - You can eat anywhere you like and there are SO many beautiful spaces! - Cooked to order breakfast you can eat whenever you like and as much as you like with local delicacies - The room balcony was beautiful and incredible views - Food is exceptional and well priced - Service is also exceptional - It's so relaxing, peaceful and quiet - The bath and local bath salts are a beautiful touch - I LOVED the bedtime stories! - The room spray choice is such a nice touch - The hotel bar/ restaurant is well decorated - All the décor is outstanding - You can pay for everything on your card, even hotel transfers Do not hesitate about booking this, we would absolutely come back. Traveller tip: Don't waste your money going to the Rock Restaurant for over priced, below average food and poor service. Eat here and get amazing food for incredible quality with exceptional service!
2-night trip

10/10

Mátlai boutique hotel is a dream and a little piece of paradise, the owners (manager, director) Tim, Inge and the rest of the staff specially Muhammed, justice and Regina made our stay very special, the view of our room was amazing, the food and service was impecable and We were able to borrow the snorkeling gear (free to use) and we were also able to watch a movie in the outside cinema setting at the hotel (quite romantic and another movie 🍿 in our room. The matlai hotel is my favorite place and I hope I can be lucky enough to come back every year, it was the most special 5 days I have had in a long time. Thanks to the matlai team for sharing and giving us such a special time. Ana Beltran
4-night trip

10/10

2-night trip

10/10

Paradise! Both in terms of service and grounds. Totally recommend this hotel to those looking for a unique experience in Zanzibar.
4-night trip

10/10

This hotel is a 10/10, you will not regret booking it. The owner Inge is very helpful and attentive from the moment you book and all the staff during our stay was phenomenal. This hotel is a very good value, especially considering other hotels with similar offering are more than double the price. From the food, to the service, to location, to the individually decorated rooms, everything was perfect! Given there are limited rooms and the hotel is located on a large property, it also never feels crowded and you can enjoy your privacy.
3-night trip