Matemwe Beach Lodge

Destination

North Coast

Matemwe Beach Lodge is a cosy guesthouse located on the northeast coast of Zanzibar Island. It's within excellent proximity to Mnemba Island, which offers some of the best diving off mainland. The simple makuti-thatched lodge and bungalows are situated along a glorious strip of palm-fringed beach. The main lodge has comfortable living areas, friendly staff and a very sociable atmosphere generated by the type of clientele they attract. Gail, the lodge's South African manager, has put a lot of effort into upgrading the guesthouse and making it the special place it is today. Her success is evident in all the stylish touches and attention to detail, which give the place a great feel. All rooms are provided with cheery sunhats, beach baskets, khi-kois (local sarongs) and umbrellas - everything needed for a lazy day at the beach. If you're on honeymoon or just want to spoil your partner, splash out on the romantic new honeymoon suite with its open living spaces, circular pool, outdoor bathroom, own chef and private beach. It's certainly one of the best suites on the island. Go on, doesn't your partner deserve it? Matemwe Beach has a five-star PADI-affiliated dive operation called One Ocean. They have excellent diving facilities and well-qualified staff. Of all the dive operators we have used in Zanzibar, we rate One Ocean at Matemwe as one of the finest. If you're looking for excellent value for money, a great stretch of beach and superb diving, or a romantic wedding venue, Matemwe Beach Lodge is a fantastic choice. We can highly recommend it for just about any traveler to Zanzibar.

Matemwe Beach Lodge Amenities

Restaurant Bar 5-star PADI-affiliated dive centre, One Ocean Dhow for diving and cruising Ceiling fans Mosquito nets En-suite bathrooms (cold water only) Honeymoon suite Limited laundry Room service in the honeymoon suite The lodge will arrange taxis and transfers

Directions To Matemwe Beach Lodge

Matemwe Beach Lodge is situated on the northeast coast of Zanzibar, one kilometre north of Matemwe Village. It's a 45-minute drive from Stone Town.

Area Attractions

Accomodation at Matemwe Beach Lodge There are 16 rooms and 6 suites, one of which - the Asali suite - is completely self-contained. The 16 thatched rooms are in close proximity of the beachfront. Seven of these are located at the front of the grounds; just far enough from the beach to give protection against the wind, which sometimes buffets the coastline, but close enough to afford a scenic view of the ocean. They have good views of the ocean from their verandas. The remaining rooms are situated slightly further back towards the tropical vegetation. All rooms are constructed from stone and makuti thatching. Some are detached, while others are in groups of two or three. All rooms are comfortably furnished to a Zanzibar theme. They have ceiling fans, and two of the rooms have air conditioning, but you pay a little more if you want to stay in one of these. All the beds have mosquito nets for your protection. A popular addition to Matemwe Beach is the ultra-romantic Asali honeymoon suite. It's situated almost on the beachfront, some distance from the rest of the lodge, creating a private getaway for newly weds or romantic couples. This enormous house has a double room, main living area with a plunge pool in the centre and a little kitchen. We love the outside shower, where you can enjoy a blissful shower under the stars. There's also an indoor bathroom. Although considerably more expensive than the standard rooms, the Asali suite is definitely worth splashing out on. If you're after even more seclusion, a dedicated chef can be booked to serve your meals in the suite. You can, of course, always find lively company at the main lodge when you need it. In response to the Asali Suite’s popularity, 5 Shamba Suites were recently added to the existing accommodation options. While not entirely as self-contained as the Asali Suite, these funky and uniquely decorated suites offer a romantic setting for couples and a comfortable space for families. Their individual design allows for specially arranged romantic dinners – great for honeymooners. Dining at Matemwe Beach Lodge The restaurant is situated in the main thatched lodge area. Such is the pleasant vibe at Matemwe, that guests often move their tables together. If you want a particularly romantic evening, you can dine on the beach (only two couples a night though) while sitting on reed matting and cushions. If you're booked in the Asali honeymoon suite, you'll probably opt to have meals brought to you by the suite's dedicated chef. Swahili recipes are used in combination with fresh, local ingredients, so you'll taste authentic Zanzibar cuisine. The menu changes daily and includes options of fish, chicken or red meat with vegetarian dishes available on request. We found the bar’s small but varied selection of South African wines quite impressive. The breakfast menu also changes from day to day and includes fresh fruit, cereals and fruit juices as well as cooked options of pancakes, eggs, bacon etc. Matemwe Beach Lodge Activities • Dive and snorkel at Mnemba Atoll • Cruise in a dhow • Snorkel in the lagoon • Bicycle along the beach

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Specials

07 Jan – 31 March (5 days / 4 nights) - Package price pp sharing: R 7 695.00
07 Jan – 31 March (8 days / 7 nights) - Package price pp sharing: R 9 995.00

Valid

2012-01-07 - 2012-03-31

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