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Mvuvi Boutique Resort

4.0 star property
Resort on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools

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2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Signature Triple Room, Sea View | Beach/ocean view
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Standard Double Room, Garden View | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Newly refurbished in 2024, Mvuvi Boutique Resort offers a private beach with comfortable cabanas and loungers. Guests enjoy two international cuisine restaurants, snorkeling activities, and high-speed WiFi throughout. The resort is perfect for oceanfront relaxation.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Laundry

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Signature Triple Room, Sea View | Beach/ocean view

Signature Triple Room, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2024
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Double Room, Partial Sea View | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2024
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 27 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2024
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Quadruple Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2024
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 4 Single Beds

Deluxe Triple Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2024
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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Standard Double Room | View from room

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2024
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 37 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Superior Triple Room, Partial Sea View | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Triple Room, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2024
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 29 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Quadruple Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2024
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 4 Single Beds

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Standard Double Room, Garden View | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2024
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Triple Room, Garden View | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Triple Room, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2024
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double or Twin Room, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2024
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Studio Suite, Sea View | Beach/ocean view

Family Studio Suite, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2024
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 50 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Quadruple Room, Partial Sea View

Superior Quadruple Room, Partial Sea View | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Quadruple Room, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2024
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 38 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 4 Single Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Triple Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2024
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds
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About the area

Map
East Coast, Kiwengwa, 2698

What's nearby

  • Kiwengwa Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mapenzi Beach - 11 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Pwani Mchangani Beach - 12 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Pongwe Beach - 14 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Muyuni Beach - 17 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 45 min drive

About this property

Mvuvi Boutique Resort

Upscale resort remodelled in 2024 and located near Kiwengwa Beach
You can look forward to a beach bar, a terrace and a garden at Mvuvi Boutique Resort. With a private beach, free beach cabanas and sunloungers, this resort is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a sports massage at the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and international cuisine. Enjoy on-site activities, such as snorkelling and boat tours. In addition to laundry facilities and 2 bars, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 2 outdoor pools, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage and massage treatment rooms
  • Water sports equipment, tour/ticket information and beach umbrellas
  • A front desk safe and beach towels
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Mvuvi Boutique Resort offer thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Rainfall showers and hairdryers
  • Furnished balconies or patios, electric kettles and ceiling fans

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Mvuvi Beach Restaurant
  • The Beach Lounge

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Boat tours
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Snorkelling
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

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

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Renovated entire property - July 2024

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 1 April and 31 May.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, per adult, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Outside food is not permitted on the premises.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Mvuvi
Mvuvi Kiwengwa
Mvuvi Resort
Mvuvi Resort Kiwengwa
Mvuvi Resort Zanzibar/Kiwengwa
Mvuvi Boutique Resort Kiwengwa
Mvuvi Boutique Resort
Mvuvi Boutique Kiwengwa
Mvuvi Boutique
Mvuvi Boutique Resort Zanzibar Island/Kiwengwa
Mvuvi Boutique Resort Resort
Mvuvi Boutique Resort Kiwengwa
Mvuvi Boutique Resort Resort Kiwengwa

Frequently asked questions

Does Mvuvi Boutique Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Mvuvi Boutique Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mvuvi Boutique Resort?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Mvuvi Boutique Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Mvuvi Boutique Resort?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does Mvuvi Boutique Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 50 per vehicle applies.

Where is Mvuvi Boutique Resort located?

This Kiwengwa resort is on the beach, steps from Kiwengwa Beach and within 6 mi (10 km) of Mapenzi Beach and Pwani Mchangani Beach. Pongwe Beach and Muyuni Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Mvuvi Boutique Resort Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 165 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 165 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 165 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 165 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 165 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Setting was lovely as were the staff. The food was very good but the room was very basic. Very small, no chair and nowhere to put luggage, only on the floor which was difficult and a trip hazard. Our outside space was great but our room was under the kitchen which was very noisy. Overall way too expensive for what we got.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was right on the beach! Great staff! Rooms are great but #9 was right by kitchen, so avoid that room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abbey Pratt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend staying at Mvuvi if staying on the east side of the island! Staff was always attentive and made sure our stay was wonderful. Both restaurants were fantastic! It was easy to book all of our excursions through Mvuvi and made it super convenient. Overall, we had a fantastic stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

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

Refreshing Quiet in Zanzibar

Gorgeous quiet resort owned by Italian couple that has provided a retreat on the Zanzibar coast. Delicious food and great service. I was here with a friend after a business conference in Dar es Salaam and very happy I chose this place of quiet and refreshment.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

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

Amazing hotel!

There were three of us who stayed here for 5 days over Christmas. Everything was fantastic, the food, the environment, the activities, the service. It was exactly what we were looking for and more. I would definitely recommend staying here. Thank you for a great vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location - right on the beach - good vibes from all the staff, excellent food, absolutely loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Iris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely resort.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most perfect relaxing holiday. I will refer people to visit this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David Andrew Everard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carly

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

Brilliant a couldn’t have asked for more

Incredible service from the staff on every level was what made this place - as well as it being beautiful. Very quiet and relaxed, loved the food (most other restaurants couldn’t compete) and was impressed by the tours we did with them. The room was stunning and cleaned twice a day. A little bit of peace for a week was what we needed
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I can’t say enough wonderful things about my stay at Mvuvi. The facilities were amazing but the staff and their attention to detail was probably the best part. I felt pampered and so taken care of throughout my entire stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beach was attended to each day in front of the property,but everything to the left and right had a lot of trash.The description of the property on Expedia was misleading,They failed to mention the two properties are about a 100 yards apart.The rooms were misrepresented,one property is actually called the Beach Lounge which is the newer of the two properties.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lataryna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my best hotel stay in Zanibar. The staff was great and the dining service was so delicious! You can dine at both hotels. The body scrub massage is a must. The rooms was very clean and quiet. They accommodated my coconut allergies by going out buying me body wash, hand soap, shampoo and conditioner.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

rosanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful resort with nice clean rooms, nice pool & the best food we had our whole holiday! We had half board & were blown away by the food. The best beach right outside your door & wonderful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olesya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beach Front Beauty. Lots of properties along the water, so tons of opportunities to try something new. Quite, relaxing, great, friendly staff. Beautiful accommodations and room is always well cleaned often.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

a

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

Stylish

Mvuvi is a lovely stylish boutique hotel , literally on a sandy beach , service is great and super friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Mvuvi Resort provides the perfect idyllic beach respite - it is quiet and relaxing. The staff were amazing - helpful and kind (and very accommodating when my outgoing flight got cancelled and I was rebooked on one leaving 5 hours later). I would love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I spent four relaxing days at Mvuvi Boutique Resorts in Kiwengwa, Zanzibar. The staff was amazing, the beach was beautiful, and the food was delicious. This is a great spot for unwinding after a safari or any other adventure. It was affordable and intimate. I also had one of the best massages I’ve ever had. Highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay at Mvuvi. Very secluded (1h from Stonetown), intimate and private. Unfortunately the weather was not cooperative but we had a chance to enjoy the great food, the private beach and walk around the shore. I would probably chose to explore another area next time with more things to do around (not as secluded).
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing boutique property with pleasant and very helpful staff. With all that said, the only negative is the immediate area/neighborhood outside of the gate. The management should spend more to enhance the standard of the area and help the people living in that area. This would make it more inviting for guests like us who wanted to go fora walk the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beyond a beautiful setting, the staff and service make Mvuvi very special. Everyone is kind and helpful — including the drivers they use. They use a WhatsApp group to inform you of opportunities and activities. And a direct WhatsApp to organize transfers and answer questions. The breakfasts are delicious. I also loved the salt water pool. I stayed on the beach lounge side of the property in room 16 (up stairs) my colleague stayed in the room below (12) that had convenient walk out. Both had sea view.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nithi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful scenic property. small boutique hotel that still has all you need. Chef customized our plant based meals every day and everyone was well-prepared and tasty. Staff are so helpful and kind. Watershoes being available are a big plus for the rocky areas of the beach. Only thing I missed was having a gym. Tried running on the beach but some folks try to sell you things and harass a little. They may be harmless but it’s awkward and hard to enjoy a run when you have to avoid those people. Otherwise we loved our stay there!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Petter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the second time I visit Mvuvi (July 2023). On the positive side the new hotel is very nice especially the new swimming pool. The food is unfortunately not the same standard as last year and inconcistent. Sometimes very good and sometimes disappointing. The service is also too slow. I also believe the prices for excursions and watersports are too high. We did all activities outside of the hotel at much lower costs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

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

Amazing small hotel with crazily good service.

This was a perfect boutique hotel - exceptionally pretty and with everything we were looking for. The rooms are just metres from the beach, the food is extremely good, and the team can't be beaten. Getting up at 3.50am to gift us fresh fruit for a trip was absolutely exceptional but in keeping with the service we received throughout our stay. Nothing was too much trouble, and they also went out of their way to make sure that they accommodated our (vegan) dietary requirements. Cannot recommend too highly.
First morning waking up at Mvuvi Boutique Resort
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grace and her staff made us feel very special during our entire stay. The intimate resort of 9 rooms exceeded our expectations. The food at every meal was outstanding..coming from foodies who run restaurants!! Every request was met with “yes..of course”. Caroline who manages the property proactively reach out in advance for car transfer service as well as organizing a snorkel excision day was perfect We could not have been happier with our experience. We will be back for sure!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023