At Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort, you'll be 36 km (22.4 mi) from Nungwi Beach. Highlights at this beach hotel include a nearby private beach, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .At the hotel's own lounge bar or beach bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the kids' swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to boat tours. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions in proximity to this 3.5-property class Kiwengwa hotel include Mnemba Island and Kendwa Beach.
What's nearby
Kiwengwa Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
Mapenzi Beach - 12 min drive - 8.6 km
Muyuni Beach - 18 min drive - 13.4 km
Kendwa Beach - 58 min drive - 38.2 km
Nungwi Beach - 58 min drive - 39.7 km
Getting around
Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 72 min drive
Restaurants
Yako - 12 min walk
Spice Restaurant - 9 min drive
Snack Restaurant Ngalawa - 12 min drive
The Wok - 5 min drive
The Green & Grill - 11 min drive
About this property
Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort
Feel the sun on your face and the sand in your toes on the private white sand beach, located just 200 metres away. Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities, such as umbrellas and sunloungers. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort such as an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This beach hotel also offers a garden and a terrace. Free self parking is available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Kiwengwa hotel.
1 building
14 guestrooms or units
Beach lounge chairs
Towels for the beach
Umbrellas for the beach
Poolside lounge chairs
Umbrellas for the pool
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Storage area for luggage
Tour and ticket information
Pool or billiards table
Terrace
Garden
Television in lobby
Smoking in designated areas
Bar or lounge
Bar on the beach
Bar by the pool
Dining venue
Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This Kiwengwa hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Fridges, coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
A beach bar
A poolside bar
A restaurant
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Boat tours
Children's pool
Outdoor pool
Paddleboard
TV in common areas
Water sports equipment
Family friendly
Children's pool
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Vending machine
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Direct access to a private beach
Garden
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Accessibility
No lift
More
1 building
Banquet hall
Designated smoking areas
Mosquito nets
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Minibar
Refrigerator
Room service
More
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Desk
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between 1 April and 30 June.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets and service animals are not allowed at Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 25.0 per day.
Payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Airport shuttle fee: USD 95 per room (return)
Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25.0 per day
Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per day
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.
Property Registration Number TIN:104 - 669 - 956
We should mention
Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
Property is also known as
Hotel Kiwengwa Apartments Zanzibar Island
Kiwengwa Apartments Zanzibar
Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique
Kiwengwa Bungalow Kiwengwa
Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort Hotel
Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort Kiwengwa
Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort Hotel Kiwengwa
Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort?
Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
Is parking available at Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort?
Yep, Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort has a free self car park.
Are there any beaches close to Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort?
Yep, Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort is a short 3-minute walk from Kiwengwa Beach.
Fun beach activities include snorkelling, windsurfing and body boarding. You can also find water sports equipment and boat tours.
Does Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort have a pool?
Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.
What makes Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort a romantic place to stay?
A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort?
No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort?
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.
What time are check-in & check-out at Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Are pets allowed at Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort?
No, pets and service animals are not allowed.
Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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7.6/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
7.0/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
4/10 Poor
Susanne
3 Jan 2026
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Over all very poor both the room and breakfast. Staff was kind and smiling, but didn’t speak English very well and several things were misunderstood. Glad we only had one night.
Stayed 31 Oct - 5 Nov 2019
Beautiful compact bungalow resort, set around a lovely pool and restaurant area. The general staff and management staff are very polite and helpful. The bungalows are spacious, well equipped and cleaned every day. We had Bungalow 5 (sleeps four people), it was enormous and well equipped with efficient air conditioning and good shower etc. Good quality lunches and evening meals are available, though variety/choice options are a little limited. The resort has its own beautiful private beach 100 meters away, with ample sun loungers set in a shady area, with its own small beach bar close by. The only minor downside is that breakfast options are a bit limited, though various egg combinations (plus bacon) are available on request.
We would highly recommend this resort for a stay of up to 5-6 days.
General points:- 1) wifi is slow and unreliable across the Kiwengwa area. 2) Good quality eating places are limited across the Kiwengwa area, also eating places sometimes apply their own unfair exchange rates to drinks and meals... you have been warned.
And finally... we can recommend the Kiwengwa Hotel for a good quality evening buffet meal at $18 per person.
This place was amazing. It is quiet and clean. The beach is just across the street. The reviews I read before we went worried me that it was going to be through a village and down a long road. It wasn't!! Matter of fact, it was just across the road and an vacant lot that the hotel owned. Then when we arrived at the beach, it was almost like it was a private beach! The hotel provided beach chairs with cushions under shade and it was very peaceful. There was even a guy monitoring the area. I have been to many beaches here on the island and the beach boys usually ruin the time on the beach, but not here. It was great. There are just a few things to consider at this place, the villas don't have a common area in the villa however the outside sitting area more than makes up and the pool area is good but it's not a huge spread out area. Our family loved it! OH, and the food is AWESOME!! Truly it is some of the best food on the island!!
Domenico’s place is great. Stuff are all friendly, his food is done as you would expect from and Italian man. Everything went exactly as expected, in fact, better than expected!
Wenn alles gut geht, gehe ich wieder in dieses Hotel.
Josef
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
Travelled with partner
30 Jan 2020
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
I letti erano veramente scomodi, in compenso il ristorante era eccellente, pur avendo solo la colazione compresa nel prezzo, abbiamo mangiato molto spesso in questo hotel
Certo ci sarà qualcuno che dice sono a Zanzibar e voglio mangiare Zanzibarino, ma se alla sera volete mangiare bene e italiano qui siete nel posto giusto e per me questo è importante io ero ospite del risorto dal 23/12 al 29/12/2019 e devo dire che la cena della sera era una vera goduria, anche la gente che veniva da fuori al Fis ne ed rimasta molto soddisfatta.
Avec une arrivée je le concède tardive à 23h le gérant n’a même pas chercher à nous écouter et a dans un premier temps refuser de rentrer.
Très agressive et virulent une employée a réussi à le calmer et il nous a laisser entre enfin.
Arrivée dans la chambre une horreur les chambres sont très petite les lits en bois très fragile un simple mouvement faisait trembler le lit.
Les moustiquaires étaient trouées, le frigo et la télé devait avoir 20 ans au moins.
La salle de bain un horreur également.
Nous avons écouter notre séjour et avons réserver dans un autre hôtel. Le lendemain matin à 8h nous sommes partis