Melia Zanzibar Hotel - Kiwengwa (Zanzibar)

$$$$||View on mapKiwengwa (Zanzibar), TanzaniaKiwengwa, Kiwengwa (Zanzibar), Tanzania, 00200|
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Melia Zanzibar Hotel - Kiwengwa (Zanzibar)
Kiwengwa, Kiwengwa (Zanzibar), Tanzania, 00200·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.6Great
Comfort9.1
Staff9.0
Cleanliness8.9
Free WiFi8.9
Facilities8.7
Who stays here
Couples55%
Families26%
Groups11%
Solo6%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.6Great
Comfort9.1
Staff9.0
Cleanliness8.9
Free WiFi8.9
Facilities8.7
Who stays here
Couples55%
Families26%
Groups11%
Solo6%

5-star beachfront resort in Kiwengwa with exclusive The Level amenities

Rooms & The Level

Melia Zanzibar's accommodations range from Garden View rooms to Beach Villas, with The Level offering a separate lounge, private infinity pool, and dedicated beach services. Guests in The Level bungalows gain access to an adults-only pool and a private restaurant serving made-to-order breakfast and dinner. The Romance Pavilion includes a spacious balcony overlooking the Indian Ocean, while Beach Villas provide direct access to the sand.

Dining

The property has 7 restaurants: The Spice Market for buffet, Gabi Beach for lunch on the sand, and The Jetty restaurant perched over the sea for seafood dinners. The Level restaurant offers table-service meals with hot dishes and mimosas at breakfast. Special Swahili evenings and beachfront lobster dinners are available with advance booking.

Wellness & Activities

The on-site spa provides African-inspired treatments, a sauna, and a fitness center with ocean views. Water sports include kayaking, windsurfing, diving, and snorkeling, all available from the hotel's private beach. Guests also use a tennis court, table tennis, billiards, and can join walking tours or movie nights.

Families & Entertainment

The kids' club offers supervised activities, a playground, and feeding sessions with the hotel's turtles and donkeys. Evening entertainment features live music, traditional dance performances, and a weekly beach barbecue. A separate children's pool and kid-friendly buffet options are available at all restaurants.

Location

Melia Zanzibar sits on a private stretch of white sand along Kiwengwa's northeast coast, with the nearest reef for calm swimming. Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a 50-minute drive away, and Kichwele Forest Reserve is 11 km from the hotel. The property also provides a complimentary shuttle to the beach and a car hire service for excursions.

  • Exclusive The Level: Private infinity pool, lounge, and beach services
  • Dining: 7 restaurants featuring The Jetty over water and Gabi Beach
  • Wellness: Full-service spa with African-inspired treatments and sauna
  • Activities: Water sports, tennis court, kids' club, and evening entertainment
  • Location: Private beach on Zanzibar's northeast coast, 50 min from Stone Town
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Swahili
Building
Number of rooms:202
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Rooms and availability

Premium Room Garden
  • Room size:

    50 m²

  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds / 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
Premium Room Terrace
  • Room size:

    50 m²

  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds / 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
Melia Interconnected Room Terrace
  • Room size:

    59 m²

  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds / 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Outdoor dining area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Infinity pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Canoeing
  • Tennis court
  • Billiard tables
  • Table tennis
  • Yoga class

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • All inclusive
  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area
  • Toys
  • Kids club

Spa & Leisure

  • Infinity pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Night club
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Massage
  • Public Bath

Room view

  • Sea view
  • Garden view
  • Ocean view
  • Partial View

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities
  • Rollaway beds

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathroom telephone

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
  • Curtains
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Essential information about Melia Zanzibar Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 261 £
📏 Distance to centre 3.9 km
✈️ Distance to airport 49.6 km
🧳 Nearest airport Kisauni, ZNZ

Location

Kiwengwa, Kiwengwa (Zanzibar), Tanzania, 00200
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Kiwengwa, Kiwengwa (Zanzibar), Tanzania, 00200
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Kiwengwa, Kiwengwa (Zanzibar), Tanzania, 00200
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FAQ about Melia Zanzibar

Which landmarks should we visit during our stay at the Melia Zanzibar Hotel hotel?
Shooting Star Lodge, placed 2 km from the Melia Zanzibar Hotel hotel, as well as Kiwengwa (4.2 km away) are worth visiting.
What is the nearest airport to the 5-star Melia Zanzibar Hotel?
Kisauni airport lies within 50 km of the 5-star Melia Zanzibar Hotel and is reachable with a 57-minute drive.
Is airport shuttle provided by Melia Zanzibar Hotel?
Bus shuttle which will take you to Melia Zanzibar Hotel with a 57-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
Does the hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.
What payment methods are available in Melia Zanzibar Hotel hotel?
At Melia Zanzibar Hotel hotel, guests can pay using Visa, Mastercard, and American Express as well as other payment methods.
What are the room types offered by the 5-star Melia Zanzibar Hotel?
The 5-star Melia Zanzibar Hotel provides such room types as One-Bedroom Villa, Family King Room, and Bungalow.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the hotel?
Most rooms of the hotel include a mosquito net and climate control as well as a mini-fridge-bar, coffee and tea makers and a safe box provided for guests' security.
Does the 5-star Melia Zanzibar Hotel staff speak foreign languages?
Yes, the staff of the 5-star Melia Zanzibar Hotel can help you in Spanish, German, Swahili, and English.
Does the hotel provide business facilities?
Yes, the hotel comprises a conference space and meeting rooms as well as a photocopy machine and a desk.
Which facilities does the Melia Zanzibar Hotel provide?
Top locations of the Melia Zanzibar Hotel include a private beach area and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and 24-hour security.
What are the spa options at the hotel?
At a wellness area and a spa lounge featured at the hotel guests can receive such spa procedures as aromatherapy, pedicure, and manicure. Additionally, a steam room, sauna facilities, and an indoor pool are offered on-site.
Is swimming pool available at the Melia Zanzibar Hotel hotel?
Yes, the Melia Zanzibar Hotel hotel features a year-round outdoor swimming pool.
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