Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique

Hotels
Kaskazini, Matemwe , Kaskazini A , tz

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Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful beachfront location with white sand and sea-view villas
Friendly, attentive staff (multiple mentions of 'Julie')
Spacious, clean and comfortable rooms/villas
Well-equipped gym; excursions easy to book
Attractive hotel architecture and well-kept grounds
Cons:
Pool maintenance issues (peeling paint, strong chlorine smell) noted
Food/menu variety inconsistent; some guests want improved options
Internet in some villas unstable
At least one report of loud construction/noise and intrusive beach sellers
Minor issue with towels having a slight musty smell reported by one guest

Categories

Cleanliness
1
Multiple reviews note very clean rooms and overall hotel cleanliness; a minor comment about slightly musty towels in one review lowers the score slightly.
Service
1
Service is repeatedly praised (friendly, attentive staff; special mentions of 'Julie' and helpful reception for excursions), so a positive score reflects consistently good service.
Location
1
Beachfront location, white sand and villas with sea views are frequently highlighted positively; one review mentioned beach sellers/nearby construction which slightly reduces the score.
Room Quality
1
Many guests report beautiful, spacious and comfortable rooms/villas and good beds, but one strongly negative review cited very poor beds, thin décor and noisy rooms, so overall slightly positive.
Amenities
1
Gym and excursions are praised, but several mentions of a damaged/poorly maintained pool (peeling paint, strong chlorine smell) and unstable villa internet reduce this category to negative.
Value for Money
1
Value for Money is not explicitly discussed in the reviews; assigned the target overall rating.
Food and Beverage
1
Food receives mixed feedback: some reviews call the cuisine excellent and breakfast good, while others request improvements to menu variety and note restaurant noise; overall slightly negative.
Overall Experience
1
Overall experience is mixed: many glowing 'perfect' stays and recommendations contrasted with one strongly negative stay (noise, construction, broken pool) — net slightly negative when balancing all reports.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-03-31 05:26

Property Description

Discover paradise at Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique, where luxury meets the stunning beachfront of Matemwe.

Unmatched Comfort
Experience exquisite accommodations with air-conditioned rooms featuring modern amenities like a flat-screen TV, minibar, and a private patio. Our rooms are designed to ensure your stay is as comfortable as possible.

Indulge in Relaxation
Unwind in our outdoor swimming pool and lush garden, or enjoy a rejuvenating treatment at our spa. With breathtaking sea views and a serene atmosphere, relaxation is just a moment away.

Culinary Delights
Savor delicious meals at our on-site restaurant and enjoy refreshing drinks at the bar. Start your day right with a delectable buffet or continental breakfast tailored to your tastes.

Escape to Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique for an unforgettable experience; book your stay today!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
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.
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: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 1
Service: 1
Location: 1
Room Quality: 1
Amenities: 1
Value for Money: 1
Food and Beverage: 1
Overall Experience: 1
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Katerina • solo_traveller • bg
10
Lovely and calm place
Pros:

I had a really nice stay at this hotel. The place is calm and perfect to relax. The staff was friendly and helpful. The room was clean and cozy, and the view was beautiful. I also liked the food - everything was fresh and very good. The atmosphere is quiet and pleasant, not crowded, which I really appreciated. Special thank you to the managers for taking such good care of me!

Cons:

Nothing at all.

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Andreas • couple • de
10
Pros:

Sehr angenehmer Aufenthalt, ruhig, sauber und freundliches Personal.

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Nayel • couple • ae
10
Pros:

A calm and elegant place, perfect to relax and enjoy the surroundings. The apartment was comfortable and well designed, with a good level of privacy.
Service was professional and well organized, and everything was smooth during our stay.

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Roy • family_with_children • il
7
Pros:

Large clean and modern room
Wonderful staff

Cons:

Cold pools, sand from to everywhere
The location is fair, but you cant use the beach

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Arvid • couple • de
10
Pros:

Das Hotel ist wunderschön. Es war ein wunderbarer Aufenthalt – alles war sauber, freundlich und sehr lecker.

Cons:

Nichts, alles war sehr gut!

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Jean-Baptiste • couple • fr
8
Pros:

Le plus gros de l’établissement pour nous est l’accueil de JULIE, qui a su nous conseiller et être à notre écoute. Elle est française et cela a été très bien pour nous acclimater sans soucis et grâce à ses précieux conseil.
L’hôtel est sinon très moderne avec un très bon lit !

2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Tebogo • couple • za
8
2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Renate • couple • at
10
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Nanni Corinne • couple • ci
10
Pros:

Tout

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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burcu • couple • tr
9
2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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trastour • couple • fr
10
❤🐬 🌴Clove island,essence and spa 🐬❤🌴
Pros:

Parfait..tout était parfait.jardin luxuriant,piscines.Hôtel sublime en front d'une mer aux couleurs exotiques..
De grandes chambres ou le bois est omniprésent..on a adoré.
Le restaurant et son petit déjeuner, buffet complet,il y en a pour tout les goûts..sucré,salé,jus de fruit maison tout les matins.
Le resto..le midi et le soir..une belle carte avec des plats excellents aux couleurs zanzibarites mais pas que.une équipe en cuisine plus que sérieuse..
Sans parler de l'équipe en salle..janeth,rosie,selina,severine et j'en oubli..j'en parle avec le cœur sincèrement.
Sans oublier l'équipe dirigeante,flore,Julie,megane..pour leurs bons tuyaux..
Bref..le clove island,je pourrais en parler des heures..s'il y a un mot pour le décrire..
🌴EXCEPTIONNEL🌴 .
ZANZIBAR et son peuple resteront à jamais encré dans nos souvenirs..
Fernand et Anita..

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Michèle • couple • fr
10
Séjour parfait à Zanzibar
Pros:

Magnifique hôtel, très belles chambres et cadre superbe. La plage de sable blanc s’étend sur des km . Le service et la cuisine sont excellents.

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Anni Stein • family_with_children • de
1
Nie wieder.
Pros:

Nichts

Cons:

Es war eine einzige Baustelle neben einer Baustelle, es war laut und der Strand war voller Verkäufer, die einen belästigten. Die Betten erinnerten an die eines Altersheimes: rutschige Inkontinenzlagen auf ultraweichen Matratzen. Wir haben es nur eine Nacht ausgehalten und sind geflohen. Die Zimmer waren hellhörig, kaum dekoriert und hatten eine laute Klimaanlage. Das Bad war von innen mit einem transparenten Rollo ausgestattet, sodass jeder, der am Außengang vorbeiläuft, hineinschauen kann. Der Pool war kaputt, die Farbe blätterte ab und es roch extrem nach Chlor. Dazu kommt laute Musik, die bis in die Nacht vom Restaurant ins Zimmer scheppert. Es gab kaum eine Möglichkeit, ein normales Gespräch zu führen, und die Gäste waren unglücklich. Der Strand verfügt über keine einzige Liegemöglichkeit.

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Joanna • family_with_children • be
10
Wonderful stay
Pros:

Everything was perfect! The room was very clean and comfortable, and the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The service was excellent and we felt very well taken care of during our stay. Highly recommended!

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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albane • couple • fr
10
2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Hamilton • couple • ca
9
2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Marco • couple • ch
10
Toller Ausblick und freundliches Personal
Pros:

Wunderschöne Beach Villa mit traumhaften Blick aufs Meer. Das Personal hatte immer ein Lächeln im Gesicht und war sehr aufmerksam. Selbst Extrawünsche wurden nach Möglichkeit erfüllt.
Insgesamt sehr gepflegte Anlage mit allem was das Herz begehrt.

Cons:

Das Internet könnte in der Villa stabiler sein - beim Restaurant war es deutlich besser.
Der Pool hätte bei Gelegenheit einen neuen Anstrich verdient - er war dennoch sehr sauber - sah aber nicht mehr so schön aus.

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Julia • couple • se
9
2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Marina • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

tutto molto bella

Cons:

da migliorare il cibo e la varietà del menù per il resto molto bello tutto

2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Joseph • couple • ch
8
Pros:

Rooms / gym

Cons:

Restaurant

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee