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Mnarani Beach Cottages

3.5 star property
Beachfront resort with spa, near Nungwi Beach

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Duplex Gallery Room Seaview | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, bed sheets
Large Double Room Sea View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, bed sheets
Penthouse Sea View with Jacuzzi | Beach/ocean view
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On the shores of Nungwi Beach, Mnarani Beach Cottages offers a serene retreat. Unwind at the private beach, indulge in a body scrub or massage at the onsite spa, and enjoy breakfast lunch and dinner at Doctor Bar. With an outdoor pool sun loungers pool umbrellas free self parking guests can relax in comfort while staying connected with WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Beach towels
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bedroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Large Double Room Sea View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, bed sheets

Large Double Room Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Terrace/patio

Family Superior Room Seaview

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 38 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Duplex Gallery Room Seaview | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, bed sheets

Duplex Gallery Room Seaview

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 73.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double or Twin with Garden View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, bed sheets

Double or Twin with Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Double or Twin with Sea View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, bed sheets

Double or Twin with Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, bed sheets

Budget Double or Twin in Sharing Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Large Deluxe Room Seaview | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, bed sheets

Large Deluxe Room Seaview

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Terrace/patio

Penthouse Sea View with Jacuzzi

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 26.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
North Coast, Nungwi, PO BOX 3361

What's nearby

  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Nungwi Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kendwa Beach - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Muyuni Beach - 39 min drive - 24.5 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 95 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Promenade Main Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪M&J Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Ginger Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sexy Fish - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Upendo Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Mnarani Beach Cottages

Mnarani Beach Cottages offers a private beach and gives you access to on-site snorkelling and kayaking. The outdoor pool is perfect for guests looking for a bit of fun, while those in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps and manicures and pedicures. The coffee shop/cafe is a great spot for a bite to eat, and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. Other features include a snack bar/deli, a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 27 units

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Local/corner shop

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Kayaking
  • Snorkelling
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Doorbell and phone notifications
ROOM

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
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Special features

Spa

The on-site spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and facials.

Dining

Doctor Bar – This bar serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Sea view restaurent – On-site restaurant. Open daily.
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Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 150 for adults and USD 100 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 120 per vehicle (return)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 50.0 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit/debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Mnarani Beach Cottages Hotel Nungwi
Mnarani Beach Cottages Hotel
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Mnarani Beach Cottages
Mnarani Beach Hotel
Mnarani Beach Resort
Mnarani Beach Cottages Zanzibar Island/Nungwi
Mnarani Beach Cottages Resort Nungwi
Mnarani Beach Cottages Resort
Mnarani Beach Cottages Zanzibar Island/Nungwi
Mnarani Beach Resort
Mnarani Beach Hotel
Mnarani Beach Cottages Resort
Mnarani Beach Cottages Nungwi
Mnarani Beach Cottages Resort Nungwi
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Frequently asked questions

Does Mnarani Beach Cottages offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Mnarani Beach Cottages does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Mnarani Beach Cottages?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Mnarani Beach Cottages?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Mnarani Beach Cottages?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Mnarani Beach Cottages?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 120 per vehicle return.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Mnarani Beach Cottages?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Mnarani Beach Cottages and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking, fishing and snorkelling. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Mnarani Beach Cottages also has a private beach and spa services, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Mnarani Beach Cottages?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Doctor Bar.

Does Mnarani Beach Cottages have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Mnarani Beach Cottages like?

Mnarani Beach Cottages is located on the waterfront, a short 2-minute walk from Mnarani Natural Aquarium and 11 minutes' walk from Nungwi Beach.

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Mnarani Beach Cottages Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

8/10

Beautiful boutique hotel. Great location and lovely staff. Would definitely stay again.
1-night trip

8/10

Beautiful hotel just by the beach. The beach is not swimmable when lowtide though but nice pool area provides opportunity for sunbathing and swimming throughout the day.
7-night trip

10/10

Very nice and relaxing location.. very romantic for couple getaway
1-night trip

8/10

Friendly staff and great view. Perfect for relaxing. The beach was not my favorite by low tide. But the rest were great.
4-night trip

10/10

Best place to stay when you’re in Zanzibar! Quiet, secluded and best views of the Indian Ocean!
2-night trip

10/10

Good stay, correct, some rooms could use a modern side up but overall ok ! Staff is just the best !
9-night trip

10/10

Our cottage was clean with good hot water and A/C. It was a quiet location on the beach. Food was good. The aquarium where you can swim with sea turtles in a natural lagoon is across the road. I enjoyed the hammocks on the property. Staff was friendly and helpful.
2-night trip

10/10

Very Nice place and a beautiful viuw lovely staf. Especially Margarita and Andrew in the bar. Thank you
13-night trip

10/10

We stayed here for 5 nights. Its a ti min walk to sentral Nungwi. This place is great , its a good place to relax We stayed in the family superior room seaview, this is a big room with a Nice balcony with seaview. The bed is really hard but it was ok for a few nights for us. The staff was great , thanks to Andrew in the bar , he is great.
4-night trip

8/10

Deluxe room was more of a suite with separate kitchen area, bathroom & bedroom, Large balcony with both chairs and a twin hammock. Not plush by European standards but quite nice anyway. AC was great, wifi was good, food was good. A couple of silly rules, IE outside drinks will be confiscated but a nice stay.
5-night trip

8/10

I sent with my family and need two rooms, which we got in a shared appartment. Really nice and big rooms with privat bathroom and toilet. A great place. But a big minus was a generator right besides our room which was really noisy, and the water in the bath was only hot and almost mon existing … besides this … we really enjoyed our stay, great location, nice staff, great service, great breakfast … so 4,5 stars … and value for money.
3-night trip

6/10

5 Stars: the view was amazing. The staff extremely friendly and helpful. Rooms very clean! 4 stars: Location. Restaurant food was delicious. 3 Stars: price for the room was reasonable. 2 Stars: drinks at the bar were very watered down. 1 Star: horrrible spa facility. I stopped my massage after 20 minutes because the masseuse was that bad. It was supposed to be a deep tissue massage and ended up being a horrible massage. Every service here is designed to overcharge you. The laundry service was too expensive. You can get wayyy cheaper taxis and tours if you book outside of the hotel. Late check out is $10 an hour. Overall, this is not a bad place to stay at as long as you don’t get any of the hotel’s services. It felt like they prioritized profit over comfort for guests. If you stay here, book all your needs elsewhere and you’ll have a good time at the hotel.
4-night trip

6/10

This will not be a repeat visit for me. It started with the front desk. Instead of a warm welcome we were greated with "passports?" The rooms were clean but dated. The free breakfast extremely lacking in variety and flavor. The paid food was decent but overpriced for the area. Hard mattresses. Some of the staff, the women, were great and friendly. We did one onsite excursion with a sunset Dhow cruise which was overcrowded and expensive. The cost of this place is definitely not worth it.
3-night trip

4/10

Very nice scenery and nice design of the landscape. But I was met by s cockroach when I stepped in the room. The power went out every day for 1-2 hours and it was not always the hotel wanted to turn on the generator. I got food poisoning at dinner. The hammock infornt of the cottage was nice.
4-night trip

8/10

8-night trip

8/10

5-night trip

10/10

6-night trip

8/10

Mycket trevligt. Bra läge vid vattnet, några minuters promenad till din sandstrand. Tryggt.
1-night trip

10/10

14-night trip

10/10

1-night trip

10/10

1-night trip

10/10

2-night trip

10/10

Fantastiskt fint!! Utmärkt Service!! Stor eloge till Andrew en fantastisk man som gjorde vår upplevelse så mycket bättre. Sjukt hjälpsamma och trevliga människor, allihopa! Sjukt vacker utsikt över vattnet och skön pool. Bekvämt rum men en hel del insekter dock. Mycket myror och djur som var överallt i rummet. Viktigt att sova med draperiet på så det inte kryper upp något i sängen. Det enda negativa i princip. Annars riktigt fint och mysigt ställe
14-night trip

8/10

Beautiful hotel on the beach at the north end of Zanzibar. This beach was quieter than the west side of Nungwi. Less "beach boys" hassling you on the beach.
3-night trip

10/10

6-night trip