Villa Kiva

Property class: 4

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Located close to Muyuni Beach, Villa Kiva provides an adjacent golf course, a terrace, and a garden. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sun loungers. Indulge in a body scrub and a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Villa Kiva Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a library and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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A bed with a canopy, a bedside table with a lamp, and a chair.

Standard room Ocean front

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A bed with a canopy, a wooden door, and a window with curtains.

Suite, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 645 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a wooden door.

Economy Double Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior room Ocean front

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a mirror, and a door.

Superior room Ocean front

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 376 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite Ocean View with terrace

A bedroom with a canopy bed, wooden flooring, a television, and a balcony with a lattice design.

Junior Suite Ocean View with terrace

  • Ocean view
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a ceiling fan.

Comfort Triple Room, Balcony

  • Garden view
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Matemwe, Villa Kiva is next to a golf course and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Muyuni Beach and Kiwengwa Beach. Nungwi Beach and Kendwa Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Scuba diving and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Matemwe travel guide
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Matemwe, Matemwe, 3151

What's nearby

  • A sandy beach with three wooden boats and lush green vegetation.
    Muyuni Beach
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A boat on a calm sea at sunset with clouds in the sky.
    Kiwengwa Beach
    17 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • A beach with wooden chairs and tables, a rope barrier, and several boats on turquoise water.
    Nungwi Beach
    39 min drive - 15.2 miles
  • A calm sea at sunset with a boat and a pier on the right.
    Kendwa Beach
    41 min drive - 14.8 miles
  • Kigomani Beach
    5 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)
    84 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kasha boutique hotel
    8 min drive
  • The Green & Grill
    13 min drive
  • Spice Restaurant
    15 min drive
  • Pool Bar @ Melia
    15 min drive
  • Andiamo
    12 min drive

About this property

Villa Kiva

  • Upscale hotel near Muyuni Beach
  • Located close to Mnemba Island, Villa Kiva provides an adjacent golf course, a terrace, and a garden. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sun loungers. Indulge in a body scrub and a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Villa Kiva Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a library and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking
    • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and concierge services
    • Beach umbrellas, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Villa Kiva include thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • Electric kettles, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

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Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Kiva have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Kiva?

As of Oct 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Kiva on Nov 8, 2026 start from $98, including 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 Villa Kiva pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Kiva?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Villa Kiva?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Villa Kiva provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 50 per room applies.

Where is Villa Kiva located?

Located in Matemwe, this beachfront hotel is next to a golf course, 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Muyuni Beach, and within 16 mi (25 km) of Kiwengwa Beach and Nungwi Beach. Kendwa Beach is 16.5 mi (26.6 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Villa Kiva Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 181 out of 265 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 265 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 265 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 265 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 265 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely hotel with a great staff who were friendly and always helpful . The grounds are beautiful, and the restaurant has a great view over the ocean. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Verry good room seaside, good food , friendly service
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10/10 Excellent

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Great sea front location. Great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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A cozy, intimate resort. Attentive, sincere and helpful staff. Very clean and lush environment. Lounge chairs available in different areas make for a relaxing downtime. Huts come equipped with hair dryers, kettle, coffee and tea. Guests can book tours or cabs from Guest Relations. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Paradise

Amazing garden, wonderful beach, nice architecture, pleasant staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Paradise

Paradise garden and beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice small hotel. Very friendly and service minded staff. I liked the furniture and dekoration in traditional style.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing location

We were very happy with our stay! Helpful and nice staff. Great food. Absolutely beautiful location and nice rooms. A bit thin walls maybe, but other than that it was amazing. Very clean.
Breakfast area
Exit to the beach
Restaurant
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

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Definitely not a luxury property but very comfortable with a great relaxed vibe, well trained staff and good food. Overall great value for money. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a beautiful hotel in a great location, right in the middle of the very long Matemwe beach. We loved everything about the hotel. Our room - a junior suite with a beach view and balcony - was gorgeous and very large. There was a view of the ocean from every room, including the shower, and the room was very clean and comfortable in every way. The restaurant is also excellent as is the bar (better cocktails than most places in East Africa). Our favorite dish was the ceviche, but everything was great. The pools, lobby, lounging areas were all beautiful as well. Also appreciated the friendly and helpful staff, who arranged activities including a snorkeling and dolphin trip to Mmemba atoll. The hotel also offers excellent massages onsite and a free yoga class twice a week. We just loved everything about this hotel and would happily return here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Excelente todo!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect getaway

This is a great place to spend a relaxing few days. The room was large, clean, and comfortable, with a great view of the ocean. The staff is beyond friendly and responsive. And the food is tasty and reasonably priced.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was perfect👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Super

Super !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel is very rustic and feels like it fits within the ambience of Zanzibar. located right on the white sands next to the Indian Ocean with restaurants nearby, that are accessible by walking along the beach. The owners and staff were so welcoming and truly lovely people. The hotel is of a size where you get to know the staff and they know you. Highly recommend it.....
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2022
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8/10 Good

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Like the location and setup of the layout of property grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was great, WiFi issue needs to improve
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
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6/10 Okay

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No hot water
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Hotel sympa. Personnel accueillant. Très bon pdj. Restaurant de qualité. Les chambres sont grandes et propre. Bon séjour.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Avslappende, fine rom,vakker strand, hyggelig personale
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Linda vista ! Café da manhã bom . Amamos
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Rent rum, trevlig personal. Bra pooler och nära havet med dykning via ScubaFish vid Mnemba atollen.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely and cozy place

Stunning. Beautiful location and attentive staff. Highly recommended. 素晴らしい滞在でした。スタッフがとても親切で、あらゆることに迅速かつ個別に対応してくれました。目の前に白浜のビーチがあり、いるかと泳げることで有名なムネンバ島はすぐそば。潮の流れを見て午前6時にヴィラの目の前から出発するプライベートツアーをアレンジしてくれ、混雑前にいるかと泳ぐ夢が叶いました。こじんまりしたヴィラですが、敷地内は花に溢れ、食事も美味しく、スパも心地良かったです。家族で滞在する欧米人が多く、アットホームで静かな雰囲気を堪能しました。
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Suite junior com cheiro de mofo, escura, agua da pia e chuveiro com odor horrível
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nydelig sted med god mat

Rolig og trivelig sted med veldig hyggelig personale. Vi hadde halvpensjon og var veldig fornøyd med både frokost og 3-retters middag. Leilighet med sjøutsikt var topp. Eneste å trekke for var at aircondition i vår leilighet var litt svak.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024