Name: Utupoa
Address: Matemwe Road, Matemwe, Tanzania, Matemwe Road, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Rating: 8.9

Utupoa

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About this property

Beachfront Location: Utupoa in Matemwe offers a private beach area and direct beachfront access. Guests enjoy sea views and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, garden views, and balconies. Additional amenities include free WiFi, air-conditioning, and soundproofing. Dining and Leisure: The lodge provides a restaurant, bar, terrace, and outdoor seating area. Free bicycles are available for exploring the surroundings. Nearby Attractions: Matemwe Beach is just a few steps away. Other points of interest include Kichwele Forest Reserve (16 mi) and Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park (28 mi).

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Room Type	Number of guests
Queen Room with Sea View 1 full bed
Suite with Sea View 1 queen bed 1 sofa bed
Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child) 1 twin bed and 1 king bed
Double Room 1 full bed
Suite with Pool View 1 twin bed and 1 queen bed

Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Jasmine

Canada

“Beautiful details and ambience as well as the setting and the pool”

Willa

United States

“Our family had a wonderful stay at Utupoa. After three nights, we really felt like it was our home away from home. The building is a wonder and itself worth the visit. Joyce and her team were so attentive, personable, and helpful and family-style...”

Jill

Canada

“A wonderful cozy and friendly place to stay. The shared meals were such a nice addition after traveling and eating solo. The staff are so attentive and friendly. It’s clean and has everything you need, including amazing meals by the chef. It’s...”

Adebayo

United Kingdom

“We had an absolutely fantastic stay at Utopia Resort Zanzibar. The owner and all the staff made us feel like we were visiting old friends rather than staying at a hotel—the warmth and genuine hospitality really stood out. The design of the resort...”

Hajnalka

Hungary

“Utupoa was the best choice for the second 6 days of our stay in Zanzibar, it exceeded all our expectations. The location is perfect, quiet, right on the beach, on a great stretch of beach. The atmosphere of the building itself and the common areas...”

Claudia

Italy

“Utupoa is a little gem. Joyce succeeded in making an accommodation feel like home. Joyce, Maria and the rest of the staff are incredibly warming and welcoming, willing to organise community dinners, nights out and including karaoke night when...”

Wengel

Ethiopia

“It truly felt like a home away from home. We travelled with our children, aged 2 and 6. Joyce, the owner, and the staff were all wonderful; we felt at home from the moment we arrived. We enjoyed a very comfortable and relaxing holiday right on the...”

Graham

Australia

“A lovely quirky place right on the beach. Very friendly host and staff. Lovely breakfast and close to some great little local restaurants on the beach.”

Costanza

Italy

“Everything was great at Utupoa, from the location to the room. But a big mention goes to the staff and Joyce that are all just very lovely and caring. It felt like staying at home”

Paul

South Africa

“It was a beautiful home away from home. Greeted with a smile and wonderful reception by Mariah. Joyce is an amazing hostess, you feel like a house guest while here. She has been in Zanzibar for a long time and is able to point one in the...”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site

Restaurant #1

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Amenities of Utupoa

Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

House rules

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Check-in

From 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM

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Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Cancellation/ prepayment

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

10+ years

Extra bed upon request

$30 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Utupoa of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.