Sunny Villa Matemwe

Hotels
8.8 (54 reviews)
matemwe matemwe , Matemwe , tz

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Facilities

Front desk (limited hours)
Free wired internet
Scuba diving on site
Snorkeling on site
Beach umbrellas
Pool sun loungers
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Internet access
Housekeeping on request
Wine release events
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Power outages
Limited food variety

Categories

Cleanliness
8.3
Rooms described as clean, but minimal housekeeping service noted.
Service
9.3
Friendly and helpful staff, but issues with availability and language barriers were present.
Location
8.8
Nice beach nearby, but the property wasn't directly beachfront as advertised.
Room Quality
9.3
Spacious rooms and well-equipped bathrooms, positive comments on comfort.
Amenities
8.3
Good pool but water temperature noted as too warm, need for more inviting balcony amenities.
Value for Money
8.8
Overall satisfaction with price relative to quality offered.
Food and Beverage
8.8
Good variety for breakfast but some limitations on quality and options for lunch/dinner.
Overall Experience
8.8
General positive sentiment but marred by power outages and minor inconveniences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 06:55

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Sunny Villa Matemwe offers a luxurious stay with rooms featuring balconies overlooking the pool and some even with stunning sea views. Enjoy the comfort of air conditioning, room service, and free WiFi during your stay.

Exciting Water Sports and Activities
Indulge in a variety of water sports activities just steps away from Matemwe Beach. From snorkeling to canoeing, the hotel offers a range of options for adventure seekers. Additionally, bike and car rentals are available for further exploration.

Convenient Amenities and Services
With a 24-hour front desk, organizing tours, and a restaurant and bar on-site, Sunny Villa Matemwe ensures a convenient and hassle-free stay for guests. Relax on the terrace or take a dip in the outdoor swimming pool for a truly rejuvenating experience.

Book your stay at Sunny Villa Matemwe now for an unforgettable tropical getaway!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 54 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.3
Service: 9.3
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 9.3
Amenities: 8.3
Value for Money: 8.8
Food and Beverage: 8.8
Overall Experience: 8.8
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Hugues • extended_group • fr
10
Cet hôtel est un trésor à Zanzibar
Pros:

Cet hôtel est un véritable trésor, j’aimerai particulièrement remercier tout le personnel car c’est grâce à eux que nous avons passé des vacances exceptionnelles !
La nourriture était excellente, les chambres étaient propres et spacieuses, la piscine très agréable et la mer est à 1min à pieds, c’est vraiment le rêve pour des vacances à zanzibar
Le personnel était toujours disponible pour nous conseiller et nous aider dans notre voyage ce qui est très appréciable 😊

Cons:

Il n’y a rien à améliorer selon moi, grâce à Sunny Villa Matemwe nous avons passé des vacances de rêve merci beaucoup !

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Marie-Liesse • couple • fr
9
un havre de paix
Pros:

En saison creuse, nous étions les seuls à occuper l'hôtel, notre séjour fut parfait avec la piscine rien que pour nous. Chaque chambre a un grand espace terrasse avec un jardin d'été, vue sur la piscine. Il y a un frigo dans la chambre, la salle d'eau est grande. il y a également un espace salon à l'intérieur de la chambre.

Cons:

rien

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Natalie • solo_traveller • de
7
Schöne Unterkunft mit Hakuna Matata
Pros:

Sehr nettes Personal, der Pool

Cons:

Unorganisierter Check-in (wir waren erst im falschem Zimmer und durften alles wieder Umpacken), Ausstattung des Zimmers teilweise defekt und nur teilweise repariert (wir hatten 7 Tage Toilettenwasser im Bad stehen- es wurde nur fix drüber geputzt), jeden Tag das gleiche Frühstück

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Majorie • extended_group • nl
10
Nice accomdation at the beach with friendly staff
Pros:

Lovely accommodation at the beach. Very good food and friendly staff.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Rafael • couple • co
10
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Holly • couple • gb
10
Beautiful property right by the beach
Pros:

Had an excellent stay at Sunny Villa Matemwe! The rooms are absolutely beautiful. We ended up extending our stay as we loved it so much. Lovely swimming pool, only a short walk (less than 1 min) to the beach, the food was great and the staff were friendly. Highly recommend!

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Gaetan • extended_group • be
8
Pros:

Le personnel très sympathique, la localisation a proximité de la plage, la piscine est très agréable, le petit déjeuner est très bon.
La formule demi-pension vaut vraiment la peine!

Cons:

Tout paiement par carte est majoré excessivement de 5%
Une bouilloire électrique pourrait être installée dans les chambres avec du café et thé.

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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René Thorup • extended_group • dk
9
Pros:

Værelset var elegant og simpelt indrettet med en stor flot seng dybest i rummet. Det havde et stemningsfuld, dæmpet belysning, højt til loftet og en god akustik. Stille og rolig god stil. Store skydedøre åbnede op til det fælles poolområde, som lå som en gryde mellem værelsesbygningen og restaurationsbygningen modsat, hvilket funktionelt og rumligt fungerede virkelig godt. Jeg er arkitekt, og helt ærligt satte jeg virkelig pris på stedets rumlighed og atmosfære

2026-04-03 • via Nuitee
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Marina • couple • se
10
2026-04-01 • via Nuitee
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Simphiwe • family_with_children • za
10
Our stay was great. We were welcomed very nicely by our host. Dinner was on very tasty, we had octopus and calamari. We
Pros:

The property was very clean and our room was very big. We had everything we needed. Good air conditioning as well.

2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Karolina • couple • pl
8
For that price really good place
Pros:

I liked the most cleanses and big modern room. The stuff was really nice and friendly but they have to learn English a little bit more:) tasty food

Cons:

The food sometimes was not fresh enough

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Jenny • couple • fi
1
Significant loss of essential services and misleading listing
Pros:

- Friendly staff (except manager)
- Breakfast was good
- Quiet location

Cons:

- During our 3-night stay, we had no electricity in the room for approximately 26 hours (nearly half of the stay). The power outages were 12 and 14 hours long.
- When electricity was out, there was no lighting, no sockets, no AC, no fans, no fridge and no hot water in the room. The hotel generator only supplies common areas, not guest rooms.
- The situation was described by the owner as “normal” and no compensation was offered or empathy for the poor experience.
- The property is not beachfront, despite being advertised as such.
- The Deluxe Suite does not have a sea view, although advertised as such.
- No housekeeping was provided during the stay. The manager blamed us for not leaving the keys for housekeeping, but we were never informed this was the protocol.
- There were water outages, making toilet and shower unusable for hours.
- Upon arrival at 11:30 pm, the room was extremely hot because the AC was set to 30°C, and we were unable to rest properly the first night.
- The manager was dismissive when we raised our concerns and made inappropriate comments that made us very uncomfortable.

These limitations were not clearly disclosed on the Booking.com listing before booking and significantly affected the value and comfort of the stay, especially considering the price. I cannot recommend this place.

2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Kateřina • couple • cz
10
Pros:

- Peaceful and quiet location in Matemwe
- Friendly, attentive, and caring staff
- Excellent cuisine and delicious food
- Beautifully designed, authentic hotel

We also had the opportunity to meet the owners, who were very welcoming and truly focused on guests’ comfort. They helped organize all our trips around the area, gave us great recommendations, and were always ready to assist with anything we needed

2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Leslie • extended_group • ca
10
Fantastic way to end a trip of a lifetime in Africa.
Pros:

The beach is breathtaking! It’s a short walk away and more relaxing than being on the main drag. The pool is even nicer than the photos. The design is fantastic and the staff super friendly!

Cons:

I didn’t like that I had to leave to go home! 😕

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Margriet • couple • nl
10
Sunny Villa is GEWELDIG!!!
Pros:

Alles was gewoon perfect!
Lokatie, gastvrijheid, kamer, eten, zwembad,rustig dichtbij het dorpje

Cons:

Helemaal niets !!

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Yassin • couple • de
10
2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Tessa • couple • nl
10
Mooi verzorgde oase van rust
Pros:

Heerlijke oase van rust, niet massaal en met persoonlijke aandacht. Personeel was waar nodig altijd beschikbaar. Kamers zijn top verzorgd, erg ruim en mooi/schoon afgewerkt.

Cons:

-

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Audrey • family_with_children • fr
9
Idéal pour repos et snorkeling
Pros:

Hôtel très calme et conforme aux photos.
Trajet aéroport - Hôtel réservé via booking a 41€ pour 8.
La terrasse en bois a été refaite pendant notre séjour, nous avons pu profiter d’une terrasse neuve sur la fin de notre séjour.
La piscine est grande et nettoyée tous les jours.
Les chambres sont propres et impeccables, elles sont nettoyées tous les jours à condition de laisser les clés. .
Nous avons eu des coupures de courant mais le groupe électrogène prend le relais à chaque coupure.
La climatisation des chambres est très efficace.
Les repas sont très bons, l’accueil et le service sont très bien (environ 5$ l’entrée et entre 10 et 13$ le plat, bière à 4$)
Le responsable est très gentil et de bons conseils.
Un petit chemin de quelques mètres mène directement à la plage.
Elle est gigantesque, magnifique, l’eau est translucide.
Attention aux oursins. Pas possible de se baigner à marée basse.

Info :
- Les magasins d’alcool ne sont pas ouverts pendant le Ramadan. En revanche les hôtels et les bars continuent d’en servir.
- L’hôtel est située à quelques mètres d’une mosquée avec un haut parleur sur le minaret. Nous avons pu profiter des prières 5 fois par jours. Honnêtement ce n’était pas déplaisant, assez chantant même.
- Comptez entre 15 et 25$/ personne la sortie snorkeling à Mnemba Island avec eau et plateau de fruits, prise en charge sur la plage.

Cons:

Durant notre séjour nous avons eu de mauvaises odeurs dans les tuyauteries, y compris l’eau de la douche, odeur vraiment très forte.

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Heiko • extended_group • de
8
Erholsam
Pros:

Sehr nettes Personal

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Jonas • extended_group • ch
10
Pros:

Die Lage mitten in der Ortschaft und die nähe zum Strand. Sehr sauber. Super Personal.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee