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The Swahili Plaza

3.5 star property

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Exterior
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window.
Outdoor dining
A coastal hotel with a view of the sea, palm trees, and a thatched-roof structure.
Front of property

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Matemwe, Matemwe, Tanzania
  • Place, Kigomani Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Muyuni Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Nungwi Beach
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Sea View, Poolside

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window.

Family Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Sea View, Poolside

  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

Desk, laptop workspace, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Matemwe

At The Swahili Plaza you'll be 1.5 km (1 mi) from Kigomani Beach and 3.3 km (2 mi) from Muyuni Beach. Highlights at this Art Deco hotel include in-room free WiFi, furnished balconies and Smart TVs. .Enjoy access to 2 outdoor swimming pools along with karaoke. At the hotel's restaurant, you can grab a bite to eat. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a ferry terminal shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Matemwe hotel include Pwani Mchangani Beach and Mapenzi Beach.

What's nearby

  • Kigomani Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Muyuni Beach - 8 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 23 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Nungwi Beach - 40 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Kendwa Beach - 44 min drive - 24.8 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mzee Husa Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sunshine Marine Lodge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Zanziblue - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Jua Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Twende Tukale Kolekole - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Swahili Plaza

The Swahili Plaza offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A rooftop terrace, a library, and barbecue grills are also featured at The Swahili Plaza. Free self parking is available.

This Art Deco Matemwe hotel is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 2025
  • Karaoke
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Food/drink service (free)
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Corner/local shop
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • On-site shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Swahili Plaza offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and complimentary bathrobes. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Books
  • Designer stores
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fishing
  • Games
  • Karaoke
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • Snorkelling

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Grocery/convenience store

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2025
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10 per night.

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
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 12.00 per cent will be charged

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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10 per night

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, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
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, Mastercard, debit cards, cash and mobile payments. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 105-503-025

We should mention

  • One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served or allowed at The Swahili Plaza.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Swahili Plaza?

Yep, The Swahili Plaza has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Swahili Plaza?

Yep, The Swahili Plaza is a short 18-minute walk from Kigomani Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and kayaking.

Does The Swahili Plaza have a pool?

The Swahili Plaza has 2 outdoor swimming pools.

What makes The Swahili Plaza a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and romance packages, as well as rainfall showerheads and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Swahili Plaza.

Is The Swahili Plaza family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as 2 outdoor pools and free food shopping service, as well as children's books and cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Swahili Plaza is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Swahili Plaza?

No, The Swahili Plaza does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Swahili Plaza?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Swahili Plaza's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Swahili Plaza?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Swahili Plaza?

No, pets are not allowed.