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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
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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

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 152 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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William family_with_children be
10
Best place to stay in Matemwe. By far
Pros:

The staff were the absolute best. Pedro leads a brilliant team and absolutely made our holiday with his attention to detail. Everyone from the cleaning ladies to the brilliant bar team (including my friend from Mwanza who makes a mean Margarita) and the gentlemen and Beatrice (Bite) who waited on us for every meal put a smile on our faces and made us feel so welcome. Asanteni sana, tutaonana tena!

Cons:

nothign

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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marieke extended_group nl
9
Heerlijk verblijf voor paar nachten en padi duikschool op 1 min lopen op
Pros:

De ligging, ruime kamers, uitzicht, restaurant en gratis activiteiten door het hotel geregeld

Cons:

Te kleine zwembaden

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Pierre-Gerard solo_traveller fr
9
2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Sandra family_with_children de
10
Ein wunderbarer Platz zum verweilen ❤️
Pros:

Alles

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Sophie couple fr
10
Dasante ! Hakuna matata :)
Pros:

La gentillesse et les sourires du personnel <3
La nourriture très bonne
L’emplacement et les activités (marche dans l’eau yoga. Snorkeling vers Memba, massage…)

Cons:

Rien !

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Jan couple cz
10
Excellent place to stay.
Pros:

This hotel is absolutely amazing if you prefer calm and cozy vacation. The beach is white sands and super clear water, the rooms are comfortable and clean, that staff is extra friendly and helpful, the food is great (half board is absolutely worth it), the pools are cozy. Overall, great stay.

Cons:

Honestly nothing.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Megan couple za
9
Beautiful, peaceful, hyperrelaxing.
Pros:

The location was beautiful, the breakfast was incredible, the staff were lovely and helpful.

The pools were great for swimming in. Coffee on the deck every morning was beautiful and even though they were at full capacity it never felt like we were on top of people.

The cocktails were great and the barmen great too.

Cons:

Unfortunately the beach is not great for swimming, but you can sit and watch the ocean for hours.
There are locals who can get a bit much, but once we established how to set boundaries with them we were fine.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Manon solo_traveller ch
5
Je ne recommande pas et j’y retournerai pas
Pros:

- le charme de l’infrastructure (maison typique africaine, beau jardin tropical)
- Le calme
- le guide pour faire les visites dans la mer à pied pour y découvrir la faune marine (Afkan)
- le fait qu’ils donnent à manger aux chats
- la proximité de Mnemba (excursion 45$)
- la réceptionniste est très sympathique .

Cons:

- Le petit déjeuné est très médiocre, les jus de fruit sont pas bon avec un arrière goût, très peu de choix et le comble ils servent du porc dans leur sandwich au petit déjeuné et ne le précisent pas . Pour un pays musulman c’est honteux !!! Aucune excuse ou geste quand on apprend que le sandwich contient du porc !
- on se fait tourner au tours par des abeilles le matin au petit déjeuné IMPOSSIBLE de manger tranquillement et ils ont aucun espace intérieur pour manger Appard une petite table qui paie pas de mine face à un mur . C’est soit ça soit vous devrez combattre des abeilles . C est une honte car ça fait des mois qu’ils ont ce problème et ne font rien pour le régler si ce n’est mettre des bougies qui ne servent à rien .
- les repas sont hors de prix comparé au reste de Zanzibar , même si la nourriture y est bonne (Appard les pizzas qui sont sèche et fades) cela ne justifie pas leurs prix .
- le personnel dans sa grande majorité est d’une antipathie hors pairs, ils sourient jamais , ils sont froids , lents…
- le quartier en dehors de l’hôtel n’est pas du tout sur , ne vous y aventurez pas tout seul . Et il y’a rien autours …
- la plage n’est pas très belle comparé au reste de Zanzibar
- le mobilier est vétuste (matelas de transat troué, portes qui se ferment mal, le coffre fort date de matusalem)
- odeur d’égout dans la salle de bain
- eau chaude environ 3 minutes puis eau tiède le reste du temps !
- Les smoothie et milkshake ont tous un arrière goût vraiment pas bon.
- le service du restaurant laisse à désirer (verres sale (trace de rouge à lèvre) , les cendrier ne sont presque jamais vidé et les tables débarrassée très tardivement)

Cet hôtel ne vaut clairement pas son prix ni même sa bonne note booking , ils ont énormément à faire pour devenir un hôtel avec cette gamme tarifaire . Je ne le recommande pas .

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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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
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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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Juozas solo_traveller lt
10
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
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Melanie couple de
9
2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Siphamandla solo_traveller tz
10
2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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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
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Miller couple gb
9
2026-05-24 via Nuitee