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The Swahili Plaza

3.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with 2 outdoor pools and a coffee shop

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Located close to Kigomani Beach and Mnemba Island, The Swahili Plaza provides a grocery/convenience store, shopping on site, and a coffee shop/cafe. In addition to a library and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Sea View | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
Matemwe, Matemwe, Tanzania

What's nearby

  • Kigomani Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Muyuni Beach - 8 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 23 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Nungwi Beach - 37 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • Kendwa Beach - 38 min drive - 14.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunshine Marine Lodge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mzee Husa Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Zanziblue - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Zen Zero - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Seles - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Swahili Plaza

Hotel near Kigomani Beach
Located close to Mnemba Island, The Swahili Plaza provides a grocery/convenience store, shopping on site, and a coffee shop/cafe. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a library and a restaurant.
You'll also find perks like:
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free self parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), a shopping center shuttle, and barbecue grills
  • Books, wedding services, and a gift shop
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as furnished balconies and air conditioning, in addition to perks like late night room service and free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch Smart TVs with streaming services and digital channels
  • Portable fans, daily housekeeping, and desks

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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 transportation

  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Books
  • Games
  • Library
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Grocery/convenience store

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2025
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 105-503-025

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Does The Swahili Plaza have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

How much does it cost to stay at The Swahili Plaza?

As of Nov 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Swahili Plaza on Dec 18, 2025 start from $120.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Swahili Plaza pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Swahili Plaza?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Swahili Plaza?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Swahili Plaza located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Kigomani Beach and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Muyuni Beach. Pwani Mchangani Beach and Mapenzi Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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