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Kiwengwa Beach Resort

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Kiwengwa Beach Resort 5* is situated on the north east coast and is one of the best hotel in Zanzibar, the Spice island. The hotel has just been completely renovated into the bedrooms and in the public areas. The architect has chosen to combine the typical warm colors of Africa, used for the common areas, to the typical blue sea, used inside the rooms: the end result is a refined style that fully respects the ambient and present to the atmosphere something to special. Kiwengwa Beach Resorts have 120 rooms facing the longest white sand beach on the island. There is 30 suites and 90 standard rooms, all with en-suite bathrooms. There is 1 Honeymoon suite of 56 mq; it is directly on the beach with stunning view, private terrace, large en-suite bathroom, indoor jacuzzi, mini bar, tea & coffee facilities and free wifi. It have the possibility to be connect with a suite of 36 mq, with private entrance to make a Royal Family Suite of 92 mq. There are 17 Luxury bungalows & suites. They are room of 36/46 mq; they have: sea view, outdoor jacuzzi, private terrace, mini bar, tea & coffee facilities and free wifi. There are 12 bungalows, 2 with sea view and 10 with garden view. They are room of 30/36 mq and have outdoor jacuzzi, private terrace, mini bar, tea & coffee facilities, free wifi. There are 90 standard rooms, 30 with sea view and 60 with garden view. They are room of 30/32 mq. All rooms have been up-graded, with new bathrooms, furniture and fittings. About the restaurants Kiwengwa offer a Main Buffet and Grill Restaurant, with water-feature and view of the new swimming-pool and a Beach Restaurant, a la carte, directly on the beach with bar and lounge There is a Lounge bar with view of the beach and serving finger food and imported alcohol, this bar have a large lounge area and a zone with satelite TV. There is also a new extended beach bar, on the beach with music and dancing. Kiwengwa Beach Resort is directly on the beach of Kiwengwa, have a private zone with typical sunbeds and umbrella. For the guests are available the beach towels, for the beach and for the pool area. For who love the wellness and the relax of the mind there is a Spa near the beach with 2 massage room, hammam, hair and nails salon, outdoor relaxing tea and juice lounge. Upper floor Gym with panoramic view. Other facilities: reception area, swimming-pool and pool terrace, shuttle service or private limousine, water sports, beach volley ball, tennis court, mini golf, bike rental, 2 shops, travel agents front desk, beach massage area, beach disco, entertainment, live music and beach wear fashion show.
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Property amenities
Free internet
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Beach
Diving
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Kids club
Wifi
Paid wifi
Hot bath
Outdoor pool
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Poolside bar
Snorkelling
Tennis court
Aerobics
Entertainment staff
Evening entertainment
Nightclub / DJ
Airport transportation
Banquet room
Facial treatments
Full body massage
Massage
Salon
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Concierge
Gift shop
Mosquito net
Shops
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun umbrellas
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
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Air conditioning
Private beach
Private balcony
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Ocean view
Non-smoking rooms
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Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
4.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Family Resort
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Languages Spoken
English, Arabic, German, Italian
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Vít Š wrote a review 15 Mar
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The management graciously offered us the best hospitality in the world.The hotel is gorgeous,beutufully well maintained gardens all around the property.Tropjcal paradise designed with an inch of its life. The indian ocean waters are aquamarine blue perfection. The food with qualification is top notch,seafood and afričan being top notch. We were served impromptu coconuts by the gardeners. The management,Victor from the front desk was very kind,friendly and very professional.A great attitude and contribution for Kiwengwa beach.
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Date of stay: March 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Lenka V wrote a review 15 Mar
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My husband and I went for a vacation after along time of work.It was the best of my life time. The staff made us a special holiday by the way they treated us. Everyday we had something new in our menu in their restaurants. The fish was great and fresh coconut from the gardeners. The manager Victor stood out to be very caring and excellent customer Care.He addressed everything we had in good time.Very nice manager.
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Date of stay: March 2024
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Mateusz G wrote a review 13 Mar
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Excellent breakfast,clean rooms,and the location is amazing by the beach. I was there with my wife for holiday and the king of customer care we received was amazing from all the staff,Victor the front office manager was very outstanding and amazing person. He is one of the great staff in the hotel.
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Date of stay: March 2024
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Oliwia K wrote a review 12 Mar
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The staff are incredibly kind and friendly.It is very clean and nothing to complain about. The kitchen is exceptional,a treat of the year. We enjoyed the three pool and the family and the salt pool were the best. A huge thank you to Victor for his care and genuine concern about us during our stay
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Slawek L wrote a review 12 Mar
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Most of the item in this hotel was super and their staff are great asset.The food in the four restaurants was very delicious and huge selection in Rossini,african,seafood and pilipili. The managers are very interactive and most of the time they ask of everything is going on well. Special thanks to Victor the front office manager who went out of ordinary for our comfort.
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Date of stay: March 2024
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Anna J wrote a review 3 Mar
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We are so happy that we choose Kiwengwa Beach resort for our vacation and our wedding! They have a beautyful beach and a wonderful poolarea! There are a lot of activities and the animation team are AMAZING! The staff are the BEST, an so is the manager Angela. She aleays finds solutions! 🥰
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Dear guest, Thank you for choosing Kiwengwa Beach Resort for your vacation and wedding. We are thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with us. It brings us great joy to know that you enjoyed our beautiful beach, wonderful pool area, and the various activities we offer. We are also delighted to hear your kind words about our amazing animation team and our dedicated staff members, especially our manager, Angela. At Kiwengwa Beach Resort, we strive to provide exceptional service and memorable experiences for all our guests, and we are glad to hear that we were able to meet your expectations. We appreciate your feedback and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another amazing stay in the future. Warm regards, Kiwengwa Beach Resort Team
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Slavomir J wrote a review Feb 2024
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Hotel is excellent, perfekt, service is high level, perfect food and everything is clean. There is perfekt guest relation manager- Angela and she takes care of the hotel and all guests and we felt like at home. There are also African and Sea food restaurants with amazing local food. Rooms are large in African style with beatiful garden around .
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience at Kiwengwa Beach Resort. We are delighted to hear that you had a dream holiday and that our hotel exceeded your expectations. It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed our excellent service, perfect food, and clean facilities. We are especially pleased that Angela, our guest relations manager, made you feel at home and took great care of you during your stay. We appreciate your kind words about our African and Seafood restaurants and the beautiful African-style rooms surrounded by a lovely garden. We look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable stay. Warm regards, Kiwengwa Beach Resort Team
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Zapl V wrote a review Feb 2024
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The entrace parking there is a giraffe which gives a feeling for safari anyway our whole experience and Kiwengwa beach was amazing host. Staff are super friendly including the managers who do a lot to make sure you holiday is ok. Thank you Victor for the early morning check ups to making sure we have everything.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Dear Guest, Thank you for sharing your experience at Kiwengwa Beach Resort. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the unique safari-themed entrance, our wonderful staff, and the overall experience during your stay. It's fantastic to know that our team, including Manager Victor, went above and beyond to ensure your holiday was enjoyable. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, Kiwengwa Beach Resort Team
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Miluse P wrote a review Feb 2024
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We have visited this hotel four times and we will visit it again in December because of its serene environment,beautiul people who are jovial and smile. The accommodation is our favorite,small african thatched room bangalow with an african feeling. In all the hotel is clean and well maintained. We met the manager Victor who excelently looked after us. Very good animation program
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Thank you for choosing Kiwengwa Beach Resort for your holiday destination multiple times. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the serene environment, friendly staff, and the unique African-themed accommodation. It's wonderful to know that our team, especially Manager Victor, provided excellent service throughout your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back in December for another memorable experience. Warm regards, Kiwengwa Beach Resort Team
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witney h wrote a review Feb 2024
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We had a fantastic stay at Kiwengwa beach fantastic breakfast and great spa. The employees are all wonderful and accommodating.The Rossini restaurant is a must visit.Great location and easily accessible from stone town. We got invited to seafood and African restaurant during our stay and this was an exemplary experience. The food was very delicious and many varieties.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Dear Guest, Thank you for staying at Kiwengwa Beach Resort and for sharing your positive experience. We're delighted that you enjoyed our breakfast, spa, and the fantastic service provided by our team. We hope to welcome you back soon for another memorable stay. Best regards, Kiwengwa Beach Resort Team
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PRICE RANGE
HK$1,204 - HK$2,033 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
TanzaniaZanzibar ArchipelagoZanzibar IslandKiwengwa
NUMBER OF ROOMS
104
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kiwengwa Beach Resort
Which popular attractions are close to Kiwengwa Beach Resort?
Nearby attractions include Kiwengwa Beach (0.6 km), Datch Excursions Zanzibar! (0.3 km), and Coco Tours & Safaris (0.6 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Kiwengwa Beach Resort?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a pool, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at Kiwengwa Beach Resort?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a mosquito net.
What food & drink options are available at Kiwengwa Beach Resort?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and a poolside bar during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Kiwengwa Beach Resort?
Conveniently located restaurants include La Base JungleKite, Local Restaurant Eciaa, and SI BurgerS.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Kiwengwa Beach Resort?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and a fitness centre during their stay.
Does Kiwengwa Beach Resort have airport transportation?
Yes, Kiwengwa Beach Resort offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Kiwengwa Beach Resort?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Kiwengwa Beach Resort?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, German, Italian, and Arabic.
Are there any historical sites close to Kiwengwa Beach Resort?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Datch Excursions Zanzibar! (0.3 km).
Does Kiwengwa Beach Resort have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.