Mia Boutique Hotel ★★★★

Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa ★★★★★

"This was a very disappointing experience for a supposed 5 star hotel. On arrival, yes we were greeted but after a long journey we wanted to have something to eat and settle into our rooms. Instead we got an obviously rehearsed (yes we all know it has been done a hundred times before but at least pretend it hasn’t) speech on all the things we could not do. We then had a procession of people trying to sell us things before we were allowed to escape. Edward at the beachfront restaurant was a welcome reprieve and the food there was good and true to label. The views were also spectacular and is the most redeeming feature of the hotel. Finally to the room where there is not much evidence of 5 star. Towels were threadbare, only one pillow each and only a sheet for bedclothes. That was better than dinner where with our orange wristbands (yes you have to wear wristbands) we were abused by one of the waiters for taking a table he had reserved. I am not sure how we were supposed to know as we were told to find ourselves a table and help ourselves. The buffet food was average but edible but most plates were empty. All in all the rooms, pools and staff are looking a little tired. The view is stunning and some staff were great but don’t go there expecting 5 star - it is not!"

Shanuo Beach Bungalows ★★

"Acomodação maravilhosa Na Frente do Mar NOS deu um Grande tempo Durante a nossa estadia no 24 de Agosto Bungalow, um jardim Muito confortável com hambúrguer e Salões de Praia com excelente Praia branca.Obrigado por Gillian e todo o pessoal ... vejo-te EM breve"

Boutique Hotel Matlai ★★★★

"We have just spent 4 nights at the fantastic Matlai. It’s an amazing location and the hotel is beautifully constructed and a real oasis of peace. The rooms are wonderful, the food is terrific (much better than the famous Rock restaurant up the coast) and people make the experience a total delight. We were looked after so well by Gideon, Ramadan and Anna. Sincere thanks to them. It’s been a highlight of our visit to Tanzania."

Hekaya Zanzibar ★★★★

"A wonderful beach experience on the east coast of Zanzibar. The villa itself is set in a small but gorgeous garden, beautifully maintained by John, the gardener. It fronts onto a long, beautiful beach, safe for swimming and with plenty of boats that will take you snorkelling etc. There are several seafront eateries where pole pole is embraced. Small, with only 5 rooms, its perfect for a relaxing stay. The rooms, especially the family rooms, are huge, beautiful and well equipped. Their pool is lovely, with loungers and cosy spaces all over. We loved the food which is freshly cooked and delicious, with changes made every day. Breakfast included fresh fruit and juices, pancakes, pastries as well as eggs, bacon, sausages.... and g reat coffee. Above all, the staff were lovely - warm, friendly, helpful and professional."

Upendo Beach Boutique Hotel Zanzibar ★★★★

"Fizemos um Safari fantástico de 7 dias e chegámos a Zanzibar com as expectativas elevadas. Infelizmente Zanzibar foi uma desilusão, muito vento, a ilha é muito pobre e muito suja ( as praias também muito sujas), os passeios organizados são muito fracos e não são de todo aquilo que "nos vendem". Quanto ao Upendo, apesar do serviço ser bom, as pessoas são muito simpáticas e atenciosas, também ficou aquém daquilo que estávamos à espera. Sonhávamos com uma semana de descanso, uma bela praia, cadeiras na praia.... e nada disso aconteceu, a praia do hotel é francamente má, muito suja localizada junto do restaurante "The Rock", um dos pontos turísticos da ilha, pelo que o local tem sempre muito movimento de turistas, o que não é simpático. Um destino para não repetir!"