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Boutique Hotel Matlai

4.0 star property
Hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Exterior
Suite with Sea View ( Villa Kidosho ) | Terrace/patio
Suite with Sea View ( Villa Kidosho ) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Suite with Sea View ( Villa Kidosho ) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Exterior
At Boutique Hotel Matlai, travelers find a perfect beachfront retreat with comfy sun loungers in a garden setting. The onsite restaurant serves international cuisine, and the clear waters invite guests to kayak or join local boat tours for a complete coastal experience.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

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Deluxe Room with Sea View ( Asili House ) | Living area

Deluxe Room with Sea View ( Asili House )

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Pillow menu
  • 50 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Bed

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Suite with Sea View ( Villa Kidosho ) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite with Sea View ( Villa Kidosho )

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 70 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Michamvi, Boutique Hotel Matlai is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Paje Beach and Jambiani Beach. Kite Centre Zanzibar and Kidichi Spice Farm are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkeling, and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Map
Michamvi Beach, Michamvi

What's nearby

  • Pingwe Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Michamvi Kae Beach - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Dongwe Beach - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Bwejuu Beach - 10 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Paje Beach - 17 min drive - 17.1 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bali Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Abdi’s Place - Best Restaurant In Zanzibar - ‬9 min drive
  • Zanzi Bar
  • ‪The Sultans Dining Room (Baraza Resort) - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Livingstone Terrace (Baraza Resort) - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Boutique Hotel Matlai

Upscale boutique hotel by the ocean
Take advantage of a beach bar, a terrace, and a garden at Boutique Hotel Matlai. With a white sand beach, beachfront dining, and sun loungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a massage, a body scrub, or a body treatment at the onsite spa. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Several dining areas, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Enjoy onsite activities like beach volleyball, boat tours, and kayaking. Guests can also expect to find a library, laundry facilities and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Infinity pool along with sun loungers
  • Free bicycle rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and an outdoor pool
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a front-desk safe, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Massage treatment rooms, barbecue grills, and a porter/bellhop
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and furnished balconies, in addition to thoughtful touches like pillow menus and laptop-compatible safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and deep soaking tubs
  • Separate sitting areas, electric kettles, and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Several dining areas

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Boat tours
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Infinity pool
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Swedish massages
  • 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.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2012
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the 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
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between April 2 and May 31.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 12 are welcome
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 5.00 per person, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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; cash is not accepted
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Boutique Hotel Matlai have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include infinity pools.

Is Boutique Hotel Matlai pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Boutique Hotel Matlai?

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 Boutique Hotel Matlai?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Boutique Hotel Matlai provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 60 per vehicle applies.

Where is Boutique Hotel Matlai located?

Nestled on the beach, this Michamvi hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Pingwe Beach, Michamvi Kae Beach, and Dongwe Beach. Paje Beach and Bwejuu Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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