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Zanzibar Queen Hotel

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with calming spa services

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Honeymoon Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Beachfront | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Reception

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    BarBar
  • Gym
    GymGym
  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Spa
    SpaSpa
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
    Parking includedParking included

Explore the area

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Matemwe Beach, Matemwe, 3663
  • Popular LocationKigomani Beach11 min walk
  • Popular LocationMuyuni Beach12 min walk
  • Popular LocationMnemba Island11 min drive
  • AirportZanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)76 min drive
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About the neighborhood

Matemwe

Located in Matemwe, Zanzibar Queen Hotel is on the beach. Slave Market is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mnemba Island and Mapenzi Beach. Kiwengwa Beach and Kendwa Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Scuba diving and boat tours offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with skydiving and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Kigomani Beach - 11 min walk
  • Muyuni Beach - 12 min walk
  • Mnemba Island - 11 min drive
  • Pwani Mchangani Beach - 12 min drive
  • Mapenzi Beach - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Breakfast @ Ocean Paradise - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Garden Bob Swahili - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Zanzibar Queen Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Bridge - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Zanzibar Queen Hotel

Upscale hotel near Mnemba Island
Located close to Mapenzi Beach, Zanzibar Queen Hotel provides a terrace, a garden, and a library. Treat yourself to a massage, a facial, or a body treatment at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; the property also has dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and concierge services
  • A water dispenser, a front-desk safe, and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Zanzibar Queen Hotel boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Polish, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Facials
  • Massage
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between April 4 and April 12.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 45 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 45 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per day

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, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Zanzibar Queen Hotel Matemwe
Zanzibar Queen Matemwe
Zanzibar Queen
Zanzibar Queen Hotel Hotel
Zanzibar Queen Hotel Matemwe
Zanzibar Queen Hotel Hotel Matemwe

Frequently asked questions

Does Zanzibar Queen Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Zanzibar Queen Hotel?

As of Jul 27, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Zanzibar Queen Hotel on Jul 28, 2024 start from $200.0, 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 Zanzibar Queen Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Zanzibar Queen Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Zanzibar Queen Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at Zanzibar Queen Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Zanzibar Queen Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 45 per vehicle applies.

Where is Zanzibar Queen Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Matemwe hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Mnemba Island, Mapenzi Beach, and Kiwengwa Beach. Kendwa Beach and Nungwi Beach are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Zanzibar Queen Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 134 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 134 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 134 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 134 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 134 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We added a quick stay here before our safari and we wished we had stayed longer at Zanzibar Queen. The pool and grounds were very nice. For the beach they provided water shoes (which are needed) but best to bring your own. The manager was exceptionally nice. We were initially concerned having just one restaurant but the menu was good and we were totally happy. Some meals were not part of our package but additional meals and drinks were reasonably priced so we never felt taken advantage of. We will certainly come back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Conor

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an absolutely beautiful hotel in the middle of paradise. The grounds were impeccable, the beach was idyllic, the staff were so accommodating and helpful, and the food & drinks were 5-star restaurant-quality. Highly recommend!

8/10 Good

Kyong-Ah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If not for clean white sandy beach
Friendly staff at front desk, but could use more smile and friendly manner at restaurant as well ^&^ When I asked for water, the server told me to get it myself without a smile. A friendly lady manager heard it and brought it for me..^&^ And, clean white beach photos fooled me thinking good to jump.. it wasn't at all cleaned up mixed seaweeds with trash, had to boat out away from beach to snorkel or swim, away from sea urchins and seaweeds..^&^
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rafah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
We had the villa- it was amazing, thank you for everything. If you have any complaints they do everything to make it up again. Very good service. Clean stay and relaxing environment
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect Getaway
Deluxe Apartment Sea Facing- 10/10. Clean. Great size. Quiet. Excellent view. First floor, so avoided noisy neighbours above us. Decent, but small safe. A/C worked well. Bathroom - 10/10. Clean. Lovely shower. Bed - 10/10. Very large. Very comfy. Mozzy nets and turn down service at night. WiFi - 10/10. Very good, considering where we were. Worked fine down by the pool and even worked by the beach! Pool - 10/10. Good size. Nice and clean laid out pool area, with plenty of loungers and shade. Beach/pool towels provided. Gym - 8/10. Small, with a ‘multi-gym’ and dumbbells. No CV equipment, but room for a workout and some aerobic exercises. Did its job. Spa - N/a. Didn’t use. Staff - 10/10. From check-in to check-out, all the staff were friendly, attentive and most helpful. Special thanks to Abdul and Fatima in the restaurant. Nothing was too much trouble. Breakfast/Dinner - 9/10. Stayed half-board and enjoyed it all. Breakfast was standard buffet, with an ok choice, that changed daily. Dinner was a set 3 course meal and on one occasion for Swahili Night, it was a buffet. All of these we felt were very good. Never went hungry! Hotel - 10/10. Could not fault anything with this hotel. The hotel grounds are magnificent and very well maintained. The peace and tranquility was a complete joy. It is right on a beautiful beach and the sea is lovely. The appearance/decor/furniture is everything you’d want. We’d definitely recommend this tropical paradise.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Patrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

PANAGIOTA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place! Great to relax and unwind. The staff is super polite and ready to accommodate any request.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherista

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Henrik

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

m a

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria C

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Bettina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fint ophold med plads til forbedring
Hotellet er placeret ved en dejlig strand. Bungalow er lækker og meget rummelige. Rengøring var meget sent, det var lidt utilfredsstillende. Service for det meste fin og venlig. Men en utrolig sløv bartender. Bestilte drinks før maden, men de kom først, da vi var færdig med forretten. Hygiejnen kunne også godt være bedre, fx er håndskrift et must ved en buffet!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luis Bernardo Santos

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I traveled with my wife during Easter holiday, April, and we had a fabulous time at the Queen Zanzibar Hotel. We booked a garden view room, it was spacious and clean. Staff was super friendly and smiley, from reception to restaurant. We had half board with dinner included and we did not regret for a second. HB offered a la carte menu with 3 courses and ir was delicious. The beach in from of the hotel was also good. We definitely recommend Queen Zanzibar!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

umer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic hotel.
Fantastic place. I was on a solo trip and the staff made me feel really welcome and even helped me arrange a scooter for the day. The beach is quiet and beautiful. I managed to run in the mornings along the beach which was perfect. I went the the other more popular side and must say that I preferred the more quiet side. The food was fantastic. If you’re anything other than white prepare for the other guests to stare at you like an alien which was annoying but other than that the stay was fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Truly amazing!
Amazing place, surroundings, staff, breakfast and rooms!! Would highly recommend. The staff deserves an extra applause, they were so friendly, helpful, and made our stay perfect. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anais

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beachfront property, rooms are removed from beaches but top floor has beach view. Beach is long and beautiful but many sea urchins and low tides makes it not swimmable at all times. Proximity to Mnembe island however means you can go there snorkeling every day. Restaurant is very good. Breakfast buffet is plentiful. Staff meets every need and is very friendly. I was there during low season and it was calm and restful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
JUST BOOK ! It’s worth it !!
This was a Solo trip for me and This hotel was by far the best resort I’ve stayed at! Everything was 10s across the board ! The staff are superb and the most respectful group of people. The hotel is designed beautifully , the views are sensational and the comfy vibes naturally balanced throughout the garden and hotel yard is beyond well kept ! The food is also to die for , I enjoyed every meal I had during my entire Holiday!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
L'endroit est sympa pour un séjours de tranquillité, mais pas beaucoup d'options et grands choses à faire. Le personnel peut chaleureux et ne portez pas de masques pour le service (cela était très frustrant) surtout qu'il parle à proximité. Le service aussi un peu deplorable: au déjeuner, il y avait des mouches qui s'invitent au buffet et si vous avez besoin d'un thé où vous l'apporte déjà dans une tasse. (Pas trop fan moi). Sinon, c'est un endroit tranquille moins bouillant et agréable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I worked remotely from the Zanzibar Queen for three weeks, and it was wonderful. The staff is top notch, managament/front desk/housekeeping/restaurant staff/kitchen staff/security/spa staff were all friendly and helpful!!! The entertainment and yoga on site were nice additions, and really made my stay enjoyable. The room was quiet and well appointed. Seems like it was recently refreshed. The food at the restaurant was really good, and the options at the included breakfast were tasty and diverse, and allowed a really nice way to start the day.
Stayed 21 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Khalid

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cast away experience
This hotel is amazing, the service is really good, the view from the rooms is awesome. We liked everything about it, location, service, food, friendly staff, the only small thing that is probably missing is that there aren't a lot of dining options around it, but it is definitely a perfect place for people who are seeking for a stay with a peace of mind, it is really a quiet place to stay in far from the noisy touristic areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Free bikes to use was a nice bonus. Staff was friendly. Place attracts older generation of guests so if you want to be with younger crowd this hotel was full of geriatrics.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is an asset to the hotel, so polite and courteous, always happy to help. Hotel and rooms are very clean and overall it's in a beautiful setting, with delicious food and drinks served. Definitely recommend, such a peaceful place, just what we needed. Thank you to everyone at Zanzibar Queen Hotel.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ryan, Abu Dhabi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They really treated us well here. Staff made us feel at home and were always helpful and cheerful. The Maasai guys they hire to look after the beach were friendly and also helped me dig sea urchin needles out of my foot. The evening meals were festive and had great entertainment every evening, including traditional jumping dances by the Maasai guys who look after the beach. Ordinarily I’m not a big fan of that type of thing, but this was all fun and casual and didn’t feel contrived. The setting is spectacular and they have large gardens that are well tended. We were happy with everything and it was one of our best ever beach trips.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019