Kidoti Bay

Hotels
8.9 (91 reviews)
jitimai road 11 zanzibar kidoti , Kidoti , tz

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Good amenities
Cons:
Misleading beach access
Noise due to construction
Inconsistent food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
8.3
Some mentions of cleanliness but no specific details; perceived to be acceptable.
Service
9.5
Staff were accommodating, helpful, and attentive, although there were some misunderstandings.
Location
9.3
Great location for relaxation but photos misled about beach access.
Room Quality
8.8
Rooms were clean and modern with good amenities.
Amenities
9
Pool and terrace provided good options for relaxation.
Value for Money
8.8
Quality of food and accommodations justified the price.
Food and Beverage
8.3
Food received mixed reviews; some items were excellent while others were average.
Overall Experience
9.2
Overall a pleasant stay with a calm environment and good service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 21:27

Property Description

Serenity and Comfort by the Sea

Luxurious Accommodation: Kidoti Bay offers comfortable rooms with private bathrooms, showers, and free toiletries. Some rooms even provide a breathtaking sea view.

Convenient Amenities: Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and complimentary private parking during your stay. Indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant and unwind at the bar.

Explore Nearby Attractions: Located close to Kichwele Forest Reserve and Cinema Afrique, our hotel is the perfect base for exploring the beauty of Kidoti. Don't miss out on visiting Old Dispensary and other nearby attractions.

Book your stay at Kidoti Bay now for a serene getaway by the sea!

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 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

8.9
Based on 91 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.3
Service: 9.5
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 8.8
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 8.8
Food and Beverage: 8.3
Overall Experience: 9.2
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SylBva solo_traveller fr
10
Pros:

Parfait un petit coin de paradis

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Kenza couple fr
1
Punaise de lit
Pros:

Hôtel horrible
Le temps d’attente pour manger un repas est de 2h minimum. L’hôtel étant isolé de tout et dans la brousse total il est difficile de sortir manger sans devoir payer 15€ minimum un tuktuk. Et le restaurant de l’hôtel est donc la seul solution
Propreté zéro personne n’est venu dans la chambre ni pour le ménage ni pour changer les serviettes de tout notre séjour
Notre chambre (babu) avait des punaises de lit. Comment vous dire que les vacances se sont transformées en véritable cauchemar
Trouvez un autre hôtel mais fuyez celui ci sinon vous repartirez avec un cadeau empoisonné (les punaise de lit)

Cons:

Punaise de lit!!!!!!!!!!!

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Gary couple gb
10
So relaxing
Pros:

Beautiful location and the quietness was tranquil

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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mohsin solo_traveller za
10
Pros:

Beautiful vibes

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Pearl solo_traveller za
6
Pros:

Kidoti is AMAZING - good value for money

Cons:

Staff isn’t responsive and can be quite slow most times.

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Lahcen solo_traveller es
10
Pros:

L'ensemble du séjour est très bien

Cons:

Les coupures d électricité et eau mais cela n'a rien avoir avec l'établissement

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Truphenah solo_traveller ke
10
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Kiara family_with_children za
5
Beautiful spot, but wouldn't go back
Pros:

The property itself is absolutely beautiful, with stunning views, lovely seating areas and delicious food. It's such a shame that our overall experience was let down by a number of small issues that kept adding up.
A big challenge was restaurant service. Every meal took well over an hour to arrive, with one lunch taking almost two hours despite us being the only guests there during that time. Even simple starters took 1.5 hours to arrive. We were offered a complimentary drink as an apology, which was appreciated, but unfortunately the staff hadn't been informed, making for another awkward situation. Most of the food was very tasty (the chapati was especially good!), however we had one really awful, dry, grilled calamari dish with zero seasoning and after sending it back they still tried to charge us for it. It was eventually sorted out, but by then we already had a sour taste in our mouth.
We are animal lovers so we loved petting all of the cats, however when they do their "business" right next to our dinner table and staff don't remove it even after mentioning it...that's where we have to draw the line. The yoga class they arranged was wonderful, but afterwards the instructor wasn't paid as promised, leaving him waiting for the manager (who had left by that time) and putting us in an uncomfortable position.

Cons:

Our room was beautiful, but lacked a safe, fridge, kettle and tea or coffee facilities. The Wi-Fi also didn't reach our room. The open-air bathroom is a lovely concept, although some mesh above the bathroom would help keep insects out while maintaining the same aesthetic.
On our first morning we arranged an early breakfast for a 7:00 am excursion. We were assured it would be delivered at 6:30am, but it only arrived at 7:20 am after we had already gone to wait for our transport. Luckily, our driver arrived at the same time so we were able to eat it as a take-away in the car.
We also found the location more remote than expected. Unlike other places we stayed on the island, there wasn't much within walking distance, so most meals and activities required staying at or travelling from the resort.
The biggest disappointment was the repeated reassurance around things that turned out not to be accurate. We specifically asked whether there were jellyfish before swimming and were told there weren't any, yet we immediately encountered several. Similarly, after mentioning my bee allergy, we were assured there were no bees around the property, but we saw many throughout our stay. Nature is nature, and neither of these things are necessarily the property's fault, but we would have appreciated more honest communication rather than reassurance that everything was completely safe.
Lastly, the power did go out a few times during our stay. We understand that outages happen, but for a hospitality business a backup generator would make a noticeable difference to the guest experience.
Overall, it's a beautiful property with so much potential. We genuinely wanted to love our stay, but the repeated service issues and lack of clear communication unfortunately left us feeling disappointed.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Michelle extended_group za
10
It is so special, it calls you back for more tropical bliss. Excellent!!!
Pros:

Breakfast excellent, options to choose from. Location very good.

Cons:

All of the stay. Highly recommended if you need to unwind and rest. Peaceful.

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Kautz solo_traveller de
9
Pros:

Die Logde liegt abgelegen und fussläufig ist nichts zuerreichen. Wir waren 4 Nächte hier und sind von hier zu einer Delphintour gestartet. Das Personal war super freundlich und hilfsbereit. Bei Flut konnte man bequem über die Steganlage und einer Treppe ins Meer zum Baden gehen. Es gibt viele Möglichenkeiten dort zu chillen und zu relaxen. Wir hatten ein Bugalow mit Meerblick und einem tollen überdachtem Freiluft Badezimmer.

Cons:

Internet gibt es nur im Bereich des großzügigen Pools und der Bar. Man ist mehr oder weniger durch die Lage ohne Auto an die Anlage gebunden.

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Eric family_with_children ca
10
Pros:

Clean and great view

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Mostert solo_traveller za
10
2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Kalafatis extended_group gb
10
2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Nompumelelo couple za
10
The hotel was exceptionally clean and absolutely beautiful, creating a very comfortable and welcoming atmosphere through
2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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sianalungu solo_traveller zm
8
Pros:

The place is nice

Cons:

No WiFi in the room, and no TV, the aircon was not that effective.

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Sofiane couple fr
10
2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Joelene solo_traveller za
10
Pros:

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

What an incredible little gem Kidoti Bay is.

We stayed for just two nights, but from the moment we arrived we felt completely at home. The setting is beautiful, peaceful, and full of charm, making it the perfect place to relax and unwind.

The food was absolutely outstanding – every meal was delicious and prepared with so much care. What really made our stay special, though, was the warmth of the staff. Everyone was genuinely friendly and welcoming, and nothing was ever too much trouble.

A very special thank you to Sia, the manager, who went out of her way to make our stay memorable. Her kindness, attention to detail, and passion for creating a wonderful guest experience shines through in everything she does.

We were lucky enough to be upgraded to an ocean-view room, and waking up to the ocean each morning was magical. Watching the sunset from our bed, with the colours reflecting across the water, was one of those moments we'll never forget. It felt incredibly romantic and reminded us why we fell in love with Zanzibar in the first place.

Thank you to the entire Kidoti Bay team for making our stay so special. We arrived as guests and left feeling like friends. We can't wait to return ❤️

Cons:

We didn't want to leave this beautiful piece of Paradise.

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Veronica couple it
10
2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Ron couple nl
9
2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Ania extended_group gb
8
2026-05-01 via Nuitee