Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Nightclub
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Delicious food
Professional staff
Cons:
Bugs in the rooms
Service issues with management
Misleading advertising

Categories

Cleanliness
6.89
Several reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness and bugs in the bed.
Service
9.36
Most reviews highlighted the professionalism of the staff, although there were criticisms regarding one manager.
Location
9.4
Positive feedback about the hotel's beachside location and proximity to the sea.
Room Quality
7.35
Complaints about rooms not matching descriptions and maintenance issues.
Amenities
8.38
The hotel offers various activities and has a nice pool, but some amenities are showing their age.
Value for Money
8.84
Many guests felt they received good value for their stay, despite some high prices.
Food and Beverage
9.39
Guests enjoyed the meals and the atmosphere during dinner.
Overall Experience
8.36
The overall sentiment reflects a mixed experience, with both highs and lows noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 18:41

Property Description

Stunning Ocean Views and Authentic Cuisine
Experience the beauty of Matemwe at The Seles Boutique Hotel with its open-air restaurant overlooking the ocean, offering delicious Swahili cuisine and fresh seafood. The perfect setting for a memorable dining experience.

Cozy Bungalows with Modern Amenities
Relax in simple yet charming bungalows equipped with hot and cold water, fans, and comfortable mosquito-netted beds. Enjoy a peaceful night's sleep after a day of exploration.

Exciting Activities and Island Adventures
Indulge in snorkeling, kite surfing, and fishing during your stay. Unwind with cocktails at the bar or embark on a trip to Mnemba Island for a day of discovery.

Book now to enjoy a delightful stay at The Seles Boutique Hotel, where comfort meets adventure.

Important information:

Please note that the property accepts payment in USD, EUR and TSH.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children ages 6 and older are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 212 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.89
Service: 9.36
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 7.35
Amenities: 8.38
Value for Money: 8.84
Food and Beverage: 9.39
Overall Experience: 8.36
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nathalie • solo_traveller • fr
3
J'ai changé d'hôtel après une nuit
Pros:

Joli jardin

Cons:

Chambre très inconfortable, mal équipée et très bruyante à cause des climatiseurs extérieurs placés juste à côté du mur
Restaurant très cher et pas bon, hôtel loin des restaurants locaux

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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alessandra • couple • it
9
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Brigitte • extended_group • ch
10
Charm und good vibes
Pros:

Ganz tolle Bungalow Anlage mit viel Charm!
Das Personal war total entspannt und hilfsbereit.
Sehr saubere Zimmer / Anlage

Cons:

Das Fensterglas sollte helller sein - eher düstere und muffige Zimmer. Es wäre super, wenn die Fenster geöffnet werden könnten - aber nur mit einem entsprechenden Netz am Fenster, damit keine Insekten ins Zimmer kommen können

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Daniela • couple • co
8
Wake up with the sound of the sea💕
Pros:

I love the people who work there, they were very friendly and always cared about us.

Cons:

The only thing that I didn't like was that sometimes the lights were off from 5pm till 11pm, so it was a bit uncomfortable because the AC was not working

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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giuseppina • extended_group • it
7
2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Beata • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Orrin • couple • gb
7
Great hotel but needs a new manager.
Pros:

The first room we had was very nice and comfortable. The location is stunning. The hotel is fantastic. The pool was perfect.

Cons:

The plumber flooded our nice
room so we had to move to another room (not as nice) for the rest of our stay, without much of an apology from the manager for our disruption.
We also found a plastic bag in our lunch! We had ordered a chapati filled with bolognese and the bolognese was still in the plastic bag.. how this happened I dont know. They did make us another one but no apology from the manager, and we had to pay for it. If the manager had been more apologetic I wouldn't be writing this.
We found the food a bit hit and miss (also a long wait) so we ate in a different place at night. Its a shame because this is such a lovely place to stay on the beach.
The staff were not so friendly, nice and polite but not much in the way of customer service.

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Sally • couple • au
9
Pros:

Location and proximity to dive shops.
There are small shops around to buy water etc. And some yum beach style restaurants

Cons:

Quite far from the town, unable to walk to supermarket

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
C
Christine • couple • fr
6
Pros:

L emplacement face à la mer

Cons:

Le personnel peu accueillant
La vétusté de la salle de bain

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
J
Julianna • couple • hu
9
Pros:

Nagyon jól éreztük itt magunkat! Imádtuk, hogy végig, még papucs sem volt a lábunkon! Nagyon kedves, mosolygós a személyzet! Szerettük az élő zenés esteket is! Ezért jöttünk ide.

Cons:

Hogy el kellett jönni .... 😪

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Tanya • couple • at
8
Herrlicher Start auf Sansibar für ein paar Tage!
Pros:

Hübsches Hotel mit eigenem Charme und netten, kleinen Deko-Details direkt am Strand. Tolle Lage, nettes Personal.
Abendprogramm abwechslungsreich.

Cons:

Zimmer war geräumig, aber nicht genug erhöhte Abstellfläche für 2 Koffer.. da das Zimmer im EG lag, wäre das gut gewesen wegen der Ameisen.
Im Hauptgebäude etwas laut wegen des Abendprogramms, aber im Nebengebäude sollte es ruhiger sein.

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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doude • couple • fr
6
Pros:

La salle du restaurant. Le balcon de la chambre.

Cons:

Fuite d'eau dans la salle de bain et évier bouché ( grande vétusté des sanitaires).
Trop petite piscine .

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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arianna • solo_traveller • it
10
Amina è super, grazie grazie
2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
L
Lina • couple • fr
9
Pros:

Le personnel était très accueillant, notamment Amina à la réception. Nous avons apprécié l’emplacement, pieds dans l’eau, la piscine et les nombreux espaces pour s’assoir dans le jardin. La chambre était propre et donnait sur les palmiers du jardin. Nous recommandons !

Cons:

Le petit déjeuner est très bien, pourrait être un peu plus copieux peut-être.

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
F
florence • extended_group • fr
8
2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
M
Marie • couple • fr
5
Bon emplacement mais c’est tout.
Pros:

Bon emplacement et la piscine.

Cons:

Accès à la chambre par un escalier style échelle très dangereux. Balcon dangereux également, prêt à s’effondrer.
Personnel peu aimable, petit déjeuner très moyen, restaurant cher et très décevant, personnel peu aimable. Dommage !

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Paradise beach
Food and breakfast were lovely
Cleaners were good at job, very efficient.
Green lush surroundings
Good communication before we arrived

Cons:

Drinks and food were very expressive.
Cocktails seemed watered down.
Construction going on next to bedroom which meant no lie in.

2026-01-18 • via Nuitee
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Dominic • couple • gb
3
Stay next door at the Zanzibar Pearl bit more expensive, but worth it to relax and feel clean
Pros:

The staff were nice. Amani was helpful. Right on a beautiful beach and pool was nice. That’s probably all that was nice about this hotel. There was building work going on and the nice manager let us choose which room to use which was kind. That didn’t mean either room were actually nice though…

Cons:

Seles was the dirtiest hotel I’ve ever stayed in. Ants infestations everywhere - rooms, restaurant etc. We felt like our feet were filthy just walking to the bathroom in our room. We wanted a relaxing stay, but the sound of the loud trees on the front ruined that, on top of which there were no sun loungers by the pool. Poached eggs for breakfast were gross. Good thought behind evening entertainment, but ruined by the fact it didn’t match the clientele ie karaoke but with about 6 people in the restaurant who were all older. Dinner also took more than an hour to arrive.

2026-01-18 • via Nuitee
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barbara beni • extended_group • it
10
Lucky us to found this boutique hotel !!! Enjoy yourself & do not hesitate to book. Enjoyable place
Pros:

First of all the welcoming staff is excellent! Our experience was excellent! What we liked was feeling at home. Everyone ask you from the morning to the evening if you need something more , how they can help. The housekeepers can’t wait to clean in a perfect way! To change the towels every day & make the bed with flowers etc…We were very surprised also about the good meals they served. Quality and presentation as well! Good location in front of the beach with the sofa area made us very happy to enjoy the scenario in front ! 🏝️ thank you for your welcome! Truly appreciated!

2026-01-12 • via Nuitee
E
Ercan • couple • de
9
Pros:

Die Lage

Cons:

Im Raum keinen Haartrockner und keinen Wasserkocher 🤔😔

2025-12-27 • via Nuitee