Melia Zanzibar Hotel Kiwengwa

Kiwengwa (Zanzibar), Tanzania View on map
8.5 Fabulous Based on 409 reviews
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"Electric carts ferry guests across this expansive, lush property. The Jetty Bar sits over the water, while The Level zone offers exclusive amenities. Best for couples, less so for anyone requiring proximity to the beach."

From US$ 580 US$ 504 per night
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Check-in
7 Sept 2026
Check-out
8 Sept 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Why guests choose Melia Zanzibar

  • Private Beach
    White sand
  • The Level
    Private infinity pool
  • Spa & Wellness
    African techniques
  • Diverse Dining
    7 restaurants
  • Kids Club
    Daily activities
  • All-Inclusive
    Unlimited dining

Overview

Situated around 5 minutes' stroll from a beach, the 5-star Melia Zanzibar Hotel Kiwengwa offers rooms with views of the garden. Featuring an à la carte restaurant, this Kiwengwa hotel is nestled in a rural area, 4.3 miles from St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral.

You'll be approximately a 10-minute drive from Kiwengwa and approximately 25 minutes' walk from Shooting Star Lodge. A white sandy beach is about 200 feet away. A boat dock is also located near the luxurious Melia Zanzibar.

There are 201 rooms equipped with an air conditioner along with modern facilities including a flat-screen TV. The private bathrooms come with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet. The spacious bathrooms are appointed with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, along with comforts such as hair dryers and a shower cap.

Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Melia Zanzibar Hotel offers a buffet breakfast every day. Guests can dine at 7 on-site restaurants, which include Tamu, serving dinner, and Gabi Beach with its high tea. The restaurant serves African cuisine for lunch and dinner. Guests can also enjoy refreshing drinks at the lounge bar. It overlooks the poolside.

  • Check-in
    from 15:00 until 23:59
  • Check-out
    until 12:00
  • Hotel class
    5 stars
Melia Zanzibar
Our tips

Should you book Melia Zanzibar?

Perfect if you
  • Want a private beach area - the hotel features a private beach on the Indian Ocean.
  • Like dining variety - the hotel offers 7 restaurants specializing in international, Mediterranean, and local cuisines.
  • Prefer a buffet breakfast - a buffet breakfast is served each morning at the accommodation.
Maybe skip if you
  • Need to travel with a pet - the hotel does not allow pets.
  • Need a free airport shuttle - the hotel offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Best for
  • an outdoor infinity pool with sun loungers and beach umbrellas
  • a full-service spa and wellness centre

Facilities of Melia Zanzibar

General
  • Smoking allowed in designated areas
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
Dining
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Special diet menus
Leisure & Sports
  • Infinity pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Night club
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Massage
  • Fitness centre
  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Canoeing
  • Tennis court
  • Billiard tables
  • Table tennis
  • Yoga class
  • Public Bath
Melia Zanzibar Guest Services
  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
Room Amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area
  • Toys
  • Kids club
  • Parquet floor
  • Curtains

Policies

Melia Zanzibar applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 15:00 until 23:59
Check-out
until 12:00
Important info

Frequently asked questions

During your stay at Melia Zanzibar, you can dine at Spices restaurant which serves Asian dishes.
To rent a room in Melia Zanzibar you will need to spend about $704.
Kisauni is the closest airport and it is situated within 32 miles from Melia Zanzibar Kiwengwa.
Popular spots near Melia Zanzibar include Mapenzi Beach, Shooting Star Lodge, Kiwengwa Beach, among others.
Melia Zanzibar Kiwengwa will accept American Express, Visa and Mastercard as well as other payment methods.
Melia Zanzibar offers a tennis court, a spa center and an outdoor swimming pool.
Some rooms of Melia Zanzibar Kiwengwa welcome guests with the following facilities:
  • a lounge
  • coffee/tea makers
  • a safe box
  • a mini-bar
  • a balcony
  • ironing facilities
  • a separate toilet
  • an electronic key card
  • a dining table
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Yes, Melia Zanzibar provides bus shuttle service. Please call ahead to confirm the details.
Yes, bag storage is available at Melia Zanzibar.
Yes, some of the rooms in Melia Zanzibar Kiwengwa include an laptop safe box. Make sure to confirm this information when booking a room.

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