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Maisha Nungwi

3.0 star property
Private beach and 2 outdoor pools, near Nungwi Beach

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, pool views
Comfort Suite, Jetted Tub, Pool View
Beach bar
Family Room
Private beach nearby, white sand, sun-loungers, beach bar

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr

Explore the area

Map
Mnarani Road, Nungwi
  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Nungwi Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium
    ‪18 min walk‬

Room options

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Day bed
Private bathroom
Champagne service
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Double Room, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Champagne service
In-room safe
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Cottage, Garden View, Garden Area

Cottage, Garden View, Garden Area

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Champagne service
In-room safe
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Double or Twin Room, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Champagne service
In-room safe
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Comfort Suite, Jetted Tub, Pool View

Comfort Suite, Jetted Tub, Pool View

Comfort Suite, Jetted Tub, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Jetted bath
Private bathroom
Champagne service
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Pool View

Standard Double Room, Pool View

Standard Double Room, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Champagne service
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Nungwi

At Maisha Nungwi you'll be 0.9 km (0.6 mi) from Nungwi Beach and 3.3 km (2 mi) from Kendwa Beach. Highlights at this beach lodge include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a nearby private beach and a restaurant. .A day of pampering can include massages and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Aluna Garden Restaurant, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Aluna Beach bar is the lodge's own bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3-property class Nungwi lodge, you'll be 28.8 km (17.9 mi) from Mapenzi Beach and 30.8 km (19.1 mi) from Kiwengwa Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium - 2 min walk
  • Nungwi Beach - 11 min walk
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium - 18 min walk
  • Kendwa Beach - 15 min drive
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 56 min drive

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Promenade Main Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪M&J Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Ginger Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sexy Fish - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Upendo Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Maisha Nungwi

Private beach and 2 outdoor pools, near Nungwi Beach
Unwind on the private white sand beach, located just 70 metres away. Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sunloungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with free beach club on site.

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This beach lodge also offers a rooftop terrace and a garden. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Nungwi lodge.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2017
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Maisha Nungwi offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a ceiling fan. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms, couples treatment room(s), and outdoor treatment areas. Services include massages and manicures and pedicures.

Languages

Dutch, English, Spanish, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Aluna Beach
  • Aluna Beach bar
  • Aluna Garden Restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Free beach club
  • Library
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • 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.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 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 property charges 5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Maisha Nungwi

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 4 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Aluna Beach Lodge Nungwi
Aluna Beach Nungwi
Aluna Beach
Aluna Nungwi
Aluna Beach Lodge
Maisha Nungwi Lodge
Maisha Nungwi Nungwi
Maisha Nungwi Lodge Nungwi

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Maisha Nungwi?

Maisha Nungwi offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Maisha Nungwi?

As of 4 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Maisha Nungwi on 4 Apr 2025 start from NZ$183.83, including 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 parking available at Maisha Nungwi?

Yep, Maisha Nungwi has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Maisha Nungwi?

Yep, Maisha Nungwi is a short 11-minute walk from Nungwi Beach. Fun beach activities include surfing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find water sports equipment and boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at Maisha Nungwi?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

Does Maisha Nungwi have a pool?

Maisha Nungwi has 2 outdoor swimming pools. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Maisha Nungwi a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and beachfront dining, as well as premium bedding and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Maisha Nungwi.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Maisha Nungwi?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Maisha Nungwi?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Maisha Nungwi?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Maisha Nungwi?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Maisha Nungwi Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 96 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved our stay here! The place was just amazing, staff were so friendly and helpful. Thank you for having us ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were absolutely excellent!
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff Muba, Eliza, and the rest are very polite and courteous to our needs. The place is calm and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Maisha was a beautiful hotel with friendly and kind staff. The breakfasts were plentiful and delicious. The beach bar had great food and drinks and we ate there every night. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent place to stay, everything was perfect
Well trained and friendly staff, great management, friendly atmosphere. The two pool and the garden are amazing, tasty fresh breakfast. Comfortable room, hot tube in the terrace is the best idea in the whole island. Small hotel but way better than any big resorts in the island
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Margareth

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay at Aluna. It's a perfect location if you're looking for somewhere a bit quieter and more relaxing in Nungwi, but still very walkable along the beach to bars and restaurants. The room was a great size, comfortable and good air conditioning, and the food at both the hotel restaurant and the beach club was exceptional. Plus the staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming too. Highly recommend staying here!

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aluna is a beautiful property surrounded by lush tropical plants and trees. With 2 pools and ample sunbeds it was a very relaxing stay for us. Our lodge type room was lovely but we would have liked a fridge in the room. The beach was just a short walk away but the road outside the hotel that lead to the beach bar could have been better with some lighting. The breakfast was very nice but we thought the days when it was buffet style rather than a la carte was a much better idea. We had a massage during our stay which was very good and great value for money. All the staff were excellent and so helpful. We would definitely recommend Aluna.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Berenice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just perfect
The place is so peaceful and so beautiful. The restaurant on the beach was clearly one of the best tried in Zanzibar. Special mention for the staff, that was the kindest people we meet. Everyone was so nice. I totally recommend the hotel !
Vue from the room to the pool
Beach restaurant
Beach restaurant
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I loved my stay at Aluna Nungwi. The staff was so helpful, welcoming and amazing. The room and pool was perfect for relaxing. The food was great- both at the restaurant at the hotel and the one on the beach. Just be aware the beach near the hotel isn’t the best but you can arrange a Tuk tuk to Nungwi. For me I loved just hanging by the pool and getting massages (which were the best!)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jesper

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Godt morgenmad og dejligt personale.
Godt personale, god morgenmad. Crowded pool område med begrænset mulighed for at få plads og derfor nødsaget til at gå ned på strand baren og sole i stedet. Udemærket wifi, der dog sommetider ikke virkede (standard på Zanzibar). Tager overpris for transport og ture sammenlignet med andre steder.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mariana Andrea

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olav Egil

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Asa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

Yousef

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay
Such a beautiful hotel- the photos definitely don’t do it justice. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay and location is superb. Staff are extremely friendly and helpful at all times.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Sebastian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff: great Room: great Pool: great Food: great Beach: not great at all (you are constantly approached) Walk to beach: not great at all (you are constantly approached). If there could be a way to stop that. Nungwi Beach (and Zanzibar) actually would be a really nice place to visit. We felt harassed and would not recommend Nungwi Beach to anyone. We wanted to stay at the quiet end of Nungwi Beach. We felt we were constantly approached. More on the quite side than on the main beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ada

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a great place to stay at a very good price, I like the big rooms better, staff is very nice great breackfast, very clean rooms and pool!! I will stay there next time!💯❤️
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Reha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible experience. Had booked a 2 night stay ans changed it to 1 night because of how bad it was. First they got our booking wrong and then made us run around to sort it out, with not a single care in the world. Secondly, there was no power for over 12 hours! We were promised a refund and a discount for the first night- However we were charged the full initial amount, for an experience that wasn’t worth even half the price. Extremely disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The accommodation is excellent, if you want something cozy and private. The conditions were very good, if you take into account the location. There were some small flaws here and there, but they were all minor. The biggest downsite is the fact that it's not on the beach but 2 minutes away from one. For us this was more than acceptable
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall a well run and friendly lodge. Comfortable and modern rooms. Breakfast was disappointing. Restaurant food was overall good quality.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020