Shirley Boutique Hotel

Hotels
9.3 (18 reviews)
Zanzibar Drive. , Kiwengwa , TZ

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional service
Outstanding cleanliness
Delicious food
Great location
Cons:
None reported

Categories

Cleanliness
9.2
All reviews mention exceptional cleanliness of the rooms and overall hotel environment.
Service
9.7
Guests highlighted amazing service, friendly staff, and personalized attention.
Location
9.2
The hotel's proximity to the beach and beautiful surroundings were frequently praised.
Room Quality
9.2
High comfort and quality of the rooms were noted across multiple reviews.
Amenities
9.2
Outstanding amenities noted, including private beach access and well-kept gardens.
Value for Money
8.7
Overall value appreciated, with some references to it being premium but worth it.
Food and Beverage
9.7
Food quality highlighted as exceptional with a variety of offerings; breakfast also favored.
Overall Experience
9.5
A memorable experience with guests expressing gratitude and strong recommendations.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-17 14:21

Property Description

Beachfront Accommodation - Enjoy free WiFi, a private beach area, and spa facilities at Shirley Residence Kiwengwa.

Family-Friendly Amenities - A children's playground, indoor play area, and shared lounge make this an ideal choice for families.

Culinary Delights - Indulge in buffet and à la carte breakfast options or dine at the on-site restaurant serving African cuisine. Book now for a memorable stay at Shirley Residence Kiwengwa.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 18 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.2
Service: 9.7
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 9.2
Amenities: 9.2
Value for Money: 8.7
Food and Beverage: 9.7
Overall Experience: 9.5
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robybre • couple • it
10
Pros:

Struttura bellissima, curata e perfetta per rilassarsi in totale tranquillità. Le camere sono pulite e confortevoli. Lo staff è di una gentilezza e disponibilità uniche e ci hanno supportato al meglio anche nell'organizzazione delle escursioni. Un plauso speciale alla colazione (preparata dal proprietario Domenico) davvero super e con un'attenzione eccellente alle opzioni gluten-free (fondamentale per chi soffre di celiachia) e senza lattosio

Cons:

Nulla

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Franc • solo_traveller • fr
10
Un petit coin de paradis à Zanzibar, avec un personnel au grand cœur et des souvenirs que je garderai toute ma vie ! ❤️🌴
Pros:

J’ai passé un séjour absolument merveilleux au Shirley Boutique Hotel, à Zanzibar, et je garderai des souvenirs inoubliables de cet endroit.

Dès mon arrivée, j’ai été accueilli avec énormément de gentillesse, de respect et de bienveillance. Le personnel est tout simplement exceptionnel : toujours souriant, disponible, attentionné et prêt à rendre service. On ne se sent pas comme un simple client, mais véritablement comme une personne accueillie avec le cœur.

L’établissement est magnifique, avec un cadre tropical très agréable, une belle piscine et une atmosphère paisible qui permet de profiter pleinement des vacances. C’est un véritable petit coin de paradis pour se détendre et découvrir Zanzibar.

J’ai particulièrement apprécié la disponibilité du personnel, qui m’a énormément aidé pendant mon séjour, notamment pour mes déplacements, mes excursions et les différentes difficultés que j’ai pu rencontrer. Même lorsque je me suis retrouvé dans une situation compliquée avec mon vol de retour, ils ont fait preuve d’une grande compréhension et d’une gentillesse incroyable.

Ne parlant pas anglais, j’avais parfois des difficultés à communiquer, mais cela ne les a jamais empêchés de m’aider avec patience et bienveillance.

La restauration était également très agréable, et mes demandes ont toujours été prises en considération.

Ce qui rend cet hôtel vraiment exceptionnel, ce sont avant tout les personnes qui y travaillent. Leur humanité, leur générosité et leur sourire ont rendu mon voyage encore plus beau.

Je recommande sincèrement cet établissement à toutes les personnes qui souhaitent découvrir Zanzibar dans un cadre agréable, avec un accueil chaleureux et un service humain et attentionné.

Un immense merci à toute l’équipe. Vous avez contribué à rendre ce voyage inoubliable, et je parlerai de votre établissement autour de moi en France. J’espère avoir la chance de revenir un jour ! ❤️🇹🇿

Cons:

Sincèrement, je n’ai rien de négatif à signaler concernant cet établissement. Comme dans tout voyage, il peut y avoir quelques petits imprévus, mais le personnel a toujours été présent pour m’aider et trouver des solutions.

Je repars avec une excellente impression et surtout beaucoup de reconnaissance envers toute l’équipe. Je n’aurais pas pu espérer un meilleur accueil pour mon séjour à Zanzibar.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Nagip • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Absolut empfehlenswert!
Domenico und sein Team sind wundervolle Gastgeber. Wir haben uns jederzeit Willkommen gefühlt und wurden beim Frühstück regelrecht verwöhnt. Uns hat es hier an nichts gefehlt...

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Nassim • family_with_children • nl
9
Pros:

Nieuwe schone hotel en lekker rustig. De Italiaanse eigenaar ( chef ) staat zelf in de keuken om het ontbijt vers klaar te maken. Ontbijt was heerlijk 👍👍.
Verder was het personeel heel vriendelijk dank jullie wel 🙏

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Chidera • couple • gb
9
amazing and delightful
Pros:

The property was extremely beautiful and clean. The owner Domenico was very hands on, making daily breakfast and he also helped me sort out a minor mixup on my arrival. Ngael (i hope i spelt it correctly) was a very attentive staff, always present to help with anything. i had a wonderful stay

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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MELISSA • family_with_children • cd
10
Agréable, reposant mais fun aussi
Pros:

Toute ma famille était conquise! Nous avons reçu est très bel accueil et jusqu’à notre départ le personnel s’est bien occupé de nous, particulièrement Nginael qui a été aux petits soins. Toutes nos chambres étaient magnifiques, propres; c’était agréable d’y être, et la piscine dans la cour était propre également. Le quartier est calme et reposant, mais près de la plage. Le petit déjeuné était excellent et nous avons pu recevoir des barquettes pour le jour de notre checkout car notre vol était prévu très tôt.

Cons:

Le fait que l’eau de la douche était salée et un peu d’odeur des retours des canalisations dans la douche

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Gina • couple • cd
10
Magnifique !
Pros:

L’hôtel est incroyable ,la plage est à quelques pas seulement et l’emplacement est idéal. Le personnel est très accueillant,toujours au petit soin et tellement gentil.le petit déjeuner est délicieux et les chambres sont très propres,tout était magnifique !

Cons:

Parfois il y’avait une odeur un peu désagréable qui venait je pense de la salle de bain

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Abdel-Hamed • solo_traveller • eg
9
Pros:

The staff is very friendly, hotel was clean, breakfast was amazing. Perfect experience 👌

Cons:

Far from the town. The room not including safe.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Silvia • solo_traveller • it
10
Soggiorno perfetto da tutti i punti di vista
Pros:

Struttura nuova, moderna dal design fresco e curata nei minimi dettagli. Le camere sono dotate di ogni confort, dotate di splendide terrazze che si affacciano sulla piscina. La struttura è situata in uno dei punti più belli di Kiwengwa e si raggiunge la spiaggia in pochissimi passi. L'accoglienza del personale è eccellente sempre premuroso per soddisfare qualsiasi richiesta. La colazione si apre con frutta fresca di stagione e prosegue con tante opzioni sia salate che dolci accompagnate con caffè e succhi, il tutto rigorosamente preparato dal proprietario Domenico, sempre presente, disponibile e premuroso con i suoi ospiti. La pulizia giornaliera è impeccabile, biancheria ed asciugamani sempre puliti e profumati. Rapporto qualità-prezzo imbattibili.

Cons:

E' stata una scelta ottimale da ogni punto di vista. Si trovano poi in spiaggia numerosi ristoranti dove mangiare senza problemi.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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konstantinos • solo_traveller • gr
10
Pros:

Owner Domeniko is just perfect
There are no words about this man
And the stuff of course!
The woman in management was always there to assist with all and Domeniko also
Hospitality - cleaning - environment - pool - room - all new facilities which make the accommodation beautiful and peaceful.
In the beach is also a very good beach bar - restaurant with sunbeds which also is owned by Domeniko and is also available for the customers.
If you are looking a hotel with quarantine for your accommodation then this is the choice!
Perfect all and perfect money for value!
Thank you for all Domeniko and your team!!

King regards

Kostas - Anna
Greece

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Eleonora Pia • couple • it
10
Soggiorno perfetto
Pros:

Nuova location , veramente pulita ed ordinata. Colazione super , abbondante e varia , preparata dallo chef italiano Domenico(il proprietario) Personale gentilissimo, sempre disponibile per qualsiasi cosa. Se vuoi andare in vacanza ma sentirti sempre a casa , è il posto giusto!!

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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RENATO ACHILLE • couple • it
9
KIWENGWA
Pros:

Chef Domenico è bravo, disponibile e premuroso con gli ospiti, li fa sentire in famiglia. All' accoglienza c'è Nginael gentile e simpatica molto accogliente con gli ospiti. Camere nuove e accoglienti, bella piscina, colazione ottima e abbondante ( cucina chef Domenico ), spiaggia con lettini a disposizione degli ospiti e ristorante a la carta comodo e con piatti ben curati , ottima la pizza.

Cons:

C'erano un po' troppe alghe in mare e sulla spiaggia, ma credo dipenda dalla stagione.

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Fritz • extended_group • at
9
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Francesca • couple • it
10
Ci ritornerò sicuramente, un passo nel paradiso polepole
Pros:

Struttura Nuova, pulito e curato nei dettagli.
personale al top (disponibili a qualsiasi ora) l’ideale per rilassarsi a due due passi dalla spiaggia
Colazione da sogno a tua scelta tra dolce e salato con l’immancabile piatto di frutta fresca e di qualità. Grande professionalità

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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dimitri • solo_traveller • es
10
Pros:

Stayed there for new years Eve week , beautiful location , big clean rooms , very good and nice staff.

Cons:

Eveythings a 10/10 , no complaints

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Giovanni • couple • it
10
Mzuri
Pros:

Zona vicino spiaggia e servizi

Cons:

Nuova struttura personale gentilissimo

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Ziggiotti • solo_traveller • tz
10
2026-01-17 • via Nuitee
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Kuliakina • couple • de
10
Home atmosphere
Pros:

1. Stuff is really nice, friendly and always helpful! We were leaving early morning (3am), and Nginael offered us an early breakfast

2. Domenico is running this place, is a cool Italian guy, always in touch with his guests and switching between kitchen and breakfast area in the morning

3. Reception area with the pool and pool rooms is fresh — we arrived on 28th of Dec and the area was finished just 2 weeks ago

4. Food is delicious!

5. Rooms are located on one floor with common area, like kitchen + sofa + bailing, so if you travel as a company you can book the whole floor and have your own villa.

6. Beach access and beach are nice. It’s literally 3 min from the hotel to the beach, and price is better rather than at the hotels, located on the first line. Also, you could use sunbeds at KBB for free.

Cons:

1. You couldn’t find it on Google Maps. We were ordering a taxi by the hotel, but I heard from other guests that they were struggling to get to the hotel by other taxi providers, especially in the night

2. Electricity outage — I think, it’s normal for the island and it wasn’t really disturbing us, mostly it happened during the night.

3. No lockbox/safebox, I’d prefer to have one to store there passports etc.

2026-01-12 • via Nuitee
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Frédéric • solo_traveller • fr
3
2026-01-10 • via Nuitee
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Gabriele • family_with_children • it
8
Pros:

Domenico ottimo padrone di casa ,il suo staff accogliente e disponibile

2026-01-08 • via Nuitee