Mahi Mahi Beach Hotel

This was exactly what we needed – a quiet, secluded beach on the east coast of Zanzibar. The hotel is truly off the beaten path, with not a soul around. Absolute peace and quiet.

The property is small – just 16 rooms – all right on the first line. There's a pool and a restaurant, and honestly, that's all you need. The rooms are simple but have everything for a beach holiday: a comfortable bed, a fridge for champagne, and a balcony with chairs to watch the sunset.

Restaurant prices are in US dollars but very reasonable: main courses $15–20, cocktails $7. The food is excellent. The specialty here is octopus – you can lie on a sun lounger and watch the locals hunt for them right in front of you. Incredibly fresh.

If you're looking for total seclusion and relaxation, this place is ideal. That said, when we wanted a bit more energy, it wasn't far to the younger, livelier Paje Beach with its bars and parties.

Highly recommended. We'll definitely be back.

Quarto gostoso, local tranquilo

Everything was perfect! Beautiful place and wonderful staff! Really enjoyed the food. Thanks for all))

Everything was exceptional I really love the location of the place and the staff is so friendly, made my stay so comfortable. thank you Mahi Mahi for such a wonderful stay

O pequeno almoço era excelente, funcionários muito simpáticos. Sandbank praticamente em frente ao hotel! Excelente e tranquilo para crianças.

We had the best week in Zanzibar, largely thanks to Margaret and her wonderful team at Mahi Mahi. We loved that the hotel was so secluded and peaceful, that we regularly received visits from the monkeys in the small forest behind the hotel, the delicious food that was served, and that everything was possible to ensure we had the best stay.
We would recommend this lovely little place to anyone looking for a relaxing and tranquil holiday in Zanzibar 🫶🏼

I give it the highest rating and I'd like to give it even more.
The hotel is perfect, very romantic, staff is perfect, kind and very smiling, restaurant is incredible, amazing food, many choices and the place is literally a paradise.
Accommodation is amazing, spacious and it has a very stunning view.
They also have a family of monkeys living behind and it’s very funny to watch them.
They take care of every detail.
My husband and I were celebrating our anniversary, and they made sure everything was perfect.
We went during sea weed season, but it didn't bother us at all; they remove the weed in front of the hotel so we can pass through.
Not to mention that watching the tide is not only beautiful but also very interesting. We can walk for a few minutes and see the sandbanks with a beautiful green and blue sea, one of the most beautiful things I've ever seen.
A place to return to. Magical!

Wunderschöne anlage, saubere schöne zimmer und eine sehr gute lage!

Das super nette Personal! Der Ausblick und die ruhige Lage. Das Bett war sehr bequem, Moskitonetz intakt und es war immer sauber. Man hat sich durch die Massai sehr sicher gefühlt. Highlight: Affen füttern.

We loved our stay at Mahi Mahi; the friendly staff, calm surroundings and quiet rooms were everything we were looking for during our 4-night stay in Zanzibar. The hotel rooms are spacious and clean and the all staff made us feel immediately welcome and at-home. We enjoyed walking along the beach when the tide was out and also swimming in the sea at high tide. The hotel is a perfect place to relax and disconnect. Special thanks to the two lovely receptionists who recommended local tours, booked taxis for us, and even helped us organise an unexpected trip to the local medical centre.

Établissement authentique, calme et chaleureux très bien situé, personnel aux petits soins, serviable à tout moment de la journée. Propriétaire discret et très gentil. Je recommande vivement cet établissement. Face à la mer, un décor différent chaque jour grâce à la marée.

Lage und Essen/Getränke im Restaurant