Dhow Beach Boutique Hotel

Hotels
9.7 (326 reviews)
Nungwi Road 1 , Nungwi , tz

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking throughout
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Covered parking

Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful location
Exceptional service
Cons:
Seaweed issues
Limited menu variety

Categories

Cleanliness
8.92
Some concerns about the seaweed on the beach area.
Service
10
Staff were consistently reported as friendly, welcoming, and helpful.
Location
9.92
Beautiful beachfront location; however, some guests noted seaweed issues.
Room Quality
10
Rooms were reported as gorgeous and well-equipped.
Amenities
9.92
The hotel provides good amenities including a reliable restaurant.
Value for Money
9.92
Reasonably priced meals and drinks offered.
Food and Beverage
8.92
Good quality food, but suggestions for menu variety were noted.
Overall Experience
10
Guests generally enjoyed their stay and would recommend the hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 18:45

Property Description

Beachfront Location
Enjoy direct access to Nungwi Beach and stunning sea views from the comfort of your room at Dhow Beach Boutique Hotel.

Balcony Views
Relax and unwind on your private balcony, overlooking the crystal-clear waters of the Indian Ocean.

Delicious Breakfast Options
Start your day right with a continental, vegetarian, or vegan breakfast at the hotel, ensuring a healthy and satisfying meal to kick start your adventures.

To book your stay at Dhow Beach Boutique Hotel and experience coastal luxury at its finest, make your reservation today.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.7
Based on 326 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.92
Service: 10
Location: 9.92
Room Quality: 10
Amenities: 9.92
Value for Money: 9.92
Food and Beverage: 8.92
Overall Experience: 10
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Julija couple lt
10
2026-03-14 via Nuitee
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Giampaolo couple it
9
Pros:

Struttura accogliente pulita e staff molto gentile e disponibile . Il proprietario un signore attento a tutte le esigenze dei suoi ospiti.

Cons:

Nulla

2026-03-12 via Nuitee
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CARMINE couple it
10
4 Notti a Nungwi/Zanzibar
Pros:

Posizione eccellente, ai confini e quasi alla punta di Nungwi, vista mozzafiato sull oceano indiano, pochi beach boys arrivano fin lì, zero stress, total relax.

Cons:

La perfezione non esiste, ma qui per i miei gusti ci siamo vicini.

2026-03-11 via Nuitee
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Beate couple de
10
Ein Juwel
Pros:

Ein wunderschönes kleines Hotel am Rande von Nungwi. Das Hotel ist sehr geschmackvoll einrichtet, alles funktioniert tadellos. Die Aussicht ist traumhaft, ebenso das Frühstück, das Essen und die Getränke im angeschlossenen Restaurant. Das Personal ist sehr aufmerksam und freundlich. Das ganze Haus besitzt eine Gastlichkeit die uns sehr gut gefiel. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und empfehlen das Hotel anderen Urlaubern weiter. Vielen Dank für die schönen Tage.

2026-03-10 via Nuitee
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Yoanna couple bg
10
2026-03-09 via Nuitee
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Caesare couple pt
10
Thoroughly enjoyable, and I would highly recommend it to other travellers looking for a unique stay
Pros:

I was looking for a beachfront hotel and Dhow Beach Boutique Hotel did not disappoint. Our room had a beautiful sea view and was modern, stylish and very comfortable.

The standout feature of the hotel is its lovely terrace overlooking the beach, where breakfast and all delicious meals are served. It’s the perfect place to relax while enjoying the stunning ocean views. The hotel is also ideally located on Nungwi Beach, making it a great base for exploring the area.

What truly makes this hotel special is the staff. Everyone was incredibly friendly, attentive and genuinely welcoming. Ersoy, the hotel owner, was particularly exceptional. From the moment we arrived until our departure, he made sure we were well taken care of. He was always happy to help and offered great suggestions on places to visit and things to do.

I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a charming, personalized boutique hotel experience right on the beach.

Cons:

I couldn’t fault anything about the stay. Even though the hotel doesn’t have a pool, it wasn’t something I missed at all given its immediate proximity to the sea. Being just steps away from the beach more than made up for it.

2026-03-09 via Nuitee
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Edith solo_traveller us
10
2026-03-08 via Nuitee
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Arnar couple is
10
Not like everywhere else - unique
Pros:

It is located at very nice beach where you blend with the locals. It is unique and good experience

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Dagmar couple sk
10
Super
Pros:

Absolútna ochota a ústretovosť od hotela. Vlastne vsetko čo si praješ a potrebuješ je splnené. Super

Cons:

Nižšia úroveň pláže a kúpania pri ubytovaní.

2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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Erik couple no
9
Nydelig sted og nydelig personale
Pros:

Lite , intimt boutique hotel med mye sjarm. Utrolig hjelpsomme eigere ( 2 brødre) visste ikke det neste det kunne gjøre for gjestene . Deilig mat . Stor tallerken med fersk frukt daglig før selve frokosten . Mer tidevannsforskjellher er det hvor de store 5 stjernes hotellene men dette var mye mer sjarmerende. Autentiske omgivelser

Cons:

Hvis en absolutt skal påpeke noe , så kanskje at det kunne være mer forskjell på lunsj og middags meny

2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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Erik couple no
10
2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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Esther family_with_children gb
10
Best hotel I've ever stayed in. A piece of paradise. Book it today!
Pros:

This hotel exceeded all possible expectations. I have stayed in exceptional hotels across North America, Europe and Asia and I can honestly say I have never received such exquisite service. The staff were incredibly attentive, knowledgeable, professional and committed to excellence, whether it be the wait staff, cleaners, security or the management.

The location is the best in Nungwi. We did some exploring and it is in a peaceful spot away from the hustle and bustle but the main town is easily located within walking distance. The beach is the most beautiful I have ever seen and the restaurant, which overlooks the sea, is the perfect spot to enjoy meals and drinks.

The food was a wonderful mix of local cuisine with some western favourites too. Fresh local fish was impeccably cooked and there's a generous range of cocktails.

I am a very particular sleeper and the beds and bedding were not only extremely comfortable and excellent quality and also beautifully curated with local hand crafted furniture. The level of cleanliness were impeccable throughout the hotel.

The owner went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed and helped when one of us unfortunately became unwell. There was a level of genuine care that came from kindness and went far beyond a commitment to hotel guests. Furthermore he helped book excursions, transport and has a plethora of excellent restaurant recommendations at different price ranges depending on what you were after.

I could go on and on about just how wonderful, relaxing and heavenly this place is. I NEVER write reviews but I feel I should tell everyone to go and enjoy this spot of paradise :) I will be recommending to all my family and friends and will certainly return.

Book your visit today you will not regret it!!!!!

Cons:

There is not a single I did not like or thought could be improved. This place was utterly faultless.

2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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Gianni couple it
9
2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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Desiree couple nl
10
Fantastisch verblijf in Dhow Beach Boutique hotel!
Pros:

Locatie en uitzicht op zee

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Malene couple dk
10
Fremragende hotel og smuk beliggenhed
Pros:

Meget venlige og imødekommende personale. Værelserne var rene og pæne. AC var god. Maden smagte fantastisk og så var det endda muligt at få morgenmad helt frem til kl. 17.
Der var en meget rolig atmosfære med plads til ferie og afslapning

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Juan jose couple es
10
Volvería seguro
Pros:

La ubicación,la comida y el personal de lujo y por supuesto a pie de playa,todo un lujo y tenéis a 1 minuto un acuario con tortugas de mar que podéis bañaros con ellas y darles de comer e incluso tocarlas.

Cons:

Todo perfecto,falla el wifi pero nada que objetar por donde estamos.

2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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Dede couple ca
9
Bel emplacement , hôtel très propre et bien entretenu avec équipé et propriétaire très gentils .
Pros:

L’aspect familial , l’emplacement et la disponibilité du propriétaire.
Il trouvait toujours des réponses à nos questions.
Il nous a fait que de bonnes recommandations.

Cons:

Le menu pourrait être amélioré

2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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Moshe couple il
10
2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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Thomas solo_traveller de
10
Sehr gut mit Hindernissen.
Pros:

Normales gutes Frühstück: großer Teller Obst, frisch gepreßter Saft, Eier nach Wahl und Varianten von Würstchen, Bohnen, Hähnchenspieße usw. Nachbestellungen sind kein Problem. Der Kaffee ist gut. Trinkwasser steht unbegrenzt zur Verfügung (abgefüllt in Glasflaschen!!! Sehr gut, kein Plastik). Sehr schönes Zimmer, alles, aber auch wirklich alles hat funktioniert, jede Lampe, jede Steckdose, sehr gutes Internet. Tolle Lage, toller Strand. Die überdachte kleine Terrasse bot den ganzen Tag über Schatten. Ideal zum Lesen.

Cons:

Mein Zimmer lag zu ebener Erde am Eingang, jeder der kam und ging mußte an der kleinen Terrasse vorbei, 5 Meter gegenüber eine große Baustelle, natürlich sehr laut. Wenn der Strom ausfiel, springt der Generator an und die Abgase sind so widerwärtig, daß mir nur die Flucht ins Restaurant blieb. Es gibt nur ein einziges Einzelzimmer und ich war eben allein. Für die Baustelle kann niemand etwas. Womöglich ließe sich das Abgasrohr vom Generator verlängern und anders ausrichten.

2026-02-08 via Nuitee
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Teresa couple us
10
Amazing hospitality, staff and very comfortable space with beautiful views.
Pros:

Extremely friendly and kind staff. Great food. Very comfortable bed and room right on the ocean. Owner is amazing
At ensuring guests have what they want/need. They packed breakfast for us 2 days since we had an extremely early start. At one end of Nungwi beach but within walking distance to shops and restaurants. Woke up to the sound of the waves everyday. They have another hotel within walking distance where you can use the swimming pool, get a massage etc. Can’t rave enough about this place.

Cons:

Everything was great. Absolutely nothing to improve

2026-01-31 via Nuitee