Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Stunning location
Excellent service
Cons:
Pool improvement needed
Sea urchins affecting swimming

Categories

Cleanliness
9.25
Impeccable cleanliness throughout the hotel as noted in multiple reviews.
Service
9.25
Service received high praise, with particular mention of attentive staff, notably manager Pedro.
Location
9.25
Exceptional location directly on the beach, creating a serene atmosphere.
Room Quality
8.25
Rooms are tastefully decorated, though some reviews mention age concerns.
Amenities
8.25
Good amenities but some suggestions for improvement, especially regarding the pool area.
Value for Money
9.25
Felt value for price was strong, especially with the quality of food and service.
Food and Beverage
9.25
Food was frequently described as delicious and well-prepared.
Overall Experience
9.25
Overall experiences were mostly positive with many guests expressing a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 08:48

Property Description

Private Beachfront Oasis

Elegant Rooms with Authentic Decor
Indulge in the charm of exposed wooden beams and ethnic details in each guestroom, complete with a private veranda or balcony. Suites offer extra comfort with a cozy seating area and TV.

Culinary Delights and Relaxation
Start your day with a buffet breakfast and savor Zanzibar's rich cuisine at the on-site restaurant. Unwind at the bar with a cocktail, explore the lounge and TV room, or pamper yourself with a variety of massages arranged by the attentive staff.

Book now to experience the ultimate blend of luxury and tranquility at Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel.

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.
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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 137 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.25
Service: 9.25
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 8.25
Amenities: 8.25
Value for Money: 9.25
Food and Beverage: 9.25
Overall Experience: 9.25
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Christian couple fr
8
Le personnel est aux petits soins. Extrêmement attentionné. La situation est magique.
Pros:

L’emplacement près de la plage avec au choix la terrasse en prolongement du restaurant, ou sur les côtés les espaces « farniente « 

Cons:

Pas grand chose à reprocher.
Mais attention de bien entretenir le site pour éviter tout signe de vieillissement.

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Jaroslav Matejička solo_traveller sk
10
Pros:

We had an amazing stay at Villa Kiva. The room is spacious and very clean with sea view. There are two swimming pool and beautiful terrace. The staff were very kind and made us feel welcome. This is one of the best accomodations we have ever stayed in. 10/10 recommend

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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DM family_with_children be
10
Paradis
Pros:

L’emplacement était tout simplement magnifique, au pied d’une plage immense de sable ultra blanc et fin comme de la farine. L’hôtel est dans le style africain, colonial et il y règne une ambiance sereine , dans le jardin fleuri et très bien entretenu, sous l’œil des chats qui semblent être les princes de la maison.
Notre chambre était très grande, très propre et les sanitaires aussi. Nous avons bénéficié d un surclassement très gentiment .
Toujours une jolie attention de la femme de chambre pour nous surprendre et nous faire plaisir.
Nous avons très bien mangé, et le personnel est très attentif et très souriant. Petit up à la jolie réceptionniste ( Janet ?) et au responsable la communication.
Quant aux vendeurs , il y en a quelques-uns, mais très peu et ils ne sont pas trop insistants .
Nous avons adoré notre séjour !

Cons:

Franchement, ne changez rien

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Lorena solo_traveller es
10
Pros:

La ubicación, , las hamacas frente a la playa, el personal sobre todo el chico que estuvo pendiente de nosotros

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
J
Juozas solo_traveller lt
10
2026-06-15 via Nuitee
J
Julie solo_traveller ca
9
Séjour reposant au bord de l’océan
Pros:

Tout les membres du personnel bienveillant accueillant, et particulièrement Petro le manager. Confort de la chambre, nourriture, situation sur la plage

Cons:

Le fait que la plage soit publique . Parfois on se sent un peu harcelée par les locaux pour acheter des excursions ou des biens .

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Tiago Emanuel solo_traveller pt
9
Pros:

A very peaceful stay — everything was clean and quiet throughout. The staff were very friendly and welcoming, always happy to help. Breakfast was also excellent, with a good variety of dishes to choose from. A nice touch was that every evening they offered to spray insecticide in the room before bed, which we really appreciated.

Cons:

It's not the hotel fault but as soon as we approach the beach, there was always people trying to talk to you to sell you something and this was exhausting. Again it's not hotels fault

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
M
Melanie couple de
9
2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Siphamandla solo_traveller tz
10
2026-06-02 via Nuitee
M
Maria Inês solo_traveller pl
10
Amazing stay in Zanzibar Villa Kiva
Pros:

This is the most honest review I have probably made - the Villa is simply a paradise, wish we could have stayed longer. The staff is amazing really, the kindness, the care, the smile on their faces, really well done to everyone. Pedro, the guest relation manager exceeded our expectations, really amazing person - even before we did our check-in we had our room upgraded, which was incredible so the family could be closer. There wasnt anything to say bad about or that could be better - We absolutly recommend this Villa to anyone that wishes to stay in Zanzibar. The calm and peace from the area, the breathtaking view of the ocean, the wole Villa was so well cleaned also. The sea urchin was not a problem at all to swim, as the Villa offers appropriate shoes to walk. The food was incredible, you could see that there is customer service and caring in everything the staff does - from the cleaning staff, to kitchen and massage staff, everyone. Trully heaven. Thank you everyone! You made our stay unforgetable. Well done!

Cons:

Nothing to say - highly recommended.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Svein solo_traveller no
9
Pros:

The staff was very friendly and the food was good

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
M
Miller couple gb
9
2026-05-24 via Nuitee
M
Meagan solo_traveller ch
8
2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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Rhonwyn solo_traveller my
9
One of my best hotel experiences ever.
Pros:

As a frequent solo traveller, I have to say that Villa Kiva was one of the best places I have ever stayed. Beautiful property, great rooms, near to my dive center, but mostly I loved all the staff. Helped me to check in at a odd time of the night and feel welcome, made sure I felt ok at all times, and fed me well. Would wholly recommend this as #1 to anyone who visits the island.

Cons:

N/A

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Kuo Kai extended_group tw
10
Pros:

Amazing food, excellent view to the ocean.

2026-04-28 via Nuitee
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Thomas couple fr
10
2026-04-18 via Nuitee
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Ulf extended_group se
10
Pros:

Lugnet och läget.

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
M
Maria José couple id
10
2026-04-05 via Nuitee
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Romane couple fr
10
2026-04-04 via Nuitee
C
Claire solo_traveller fr
8
2026-03-27 via Nuitee