Basecamp Mafía Island

–Excellent location - show map
+80 photos
Scored 8.7
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.6

Property highlights

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About this property

Beachfront Location: Basecamp Mafía Island in Utende offers a private beach area and direct beachfront access. Guests enjoy stunning sea views and a sun terrace, complemented by a lush garden and a swimming pool with a view. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, balconies, and private bathrooms with walk-in showers. Additional amenities include free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and modern furnishings, ensuring a comfortable stay. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves African and Italian cuisines, offering continental, American, and local breakfast options. Guests can also enjoy live music and a bar for relaxed evenings. Leisure Facilities: Spa facilities, a swimming pool, and a fitness centre provide ample opportunities for relaxation and wellness. The property also offers a sun terrace, outdoor dining area, and a children’s playground. Convenient Location: Located 12 km from Mafia Island Airport and 8 km from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Basecamp Mafía Island provides easy access to local attractions. Highly rated for its attentive staff and excellent service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast info

Continental, Italian, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, American, Buffet, Breakfast to go

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Neha-tamara
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I absolutely loved my stay at Basecamp and can’t wait to return. The hotel is beautiful and the service of the staff exceptional. They can’t do enough to make guests feel comfortable and accommodated for. The rooms are stunning, overlooking the...”
Kelly
Australia Australia
“The staff were exceptional, they couldn’t have looked after me better! Especially Masoud ❤️”
Eva
Spain Spain
“The staff and dedication to detail was outstanding. The place is very well taken care of and the food was excellent. We got upgraded to the newly built rooms. The area was quiet and the balcony was overlooking the sea. We felt like we were in...”
Stephen
Zambia Zambia
“The upgraded room was great, with good working aircon. Breakfast was very good with Bacon and Bangers!”
Alexander
Switzerland Switzerland
“the food was good, great location, people very helpful and friendly, clean room”
Anne
Netherlands Netherlands
“Beautiful resort. The location is amazing, my room even had ocean view. The food is fantastic, every day was a celebration and surprise. Which for me as a vegan is quite hard to find usually, even in Europe. Let's not forget about the staff....”
Claudia
Germany Germany
“Das Basecamp ist eine wunderschöne Anlage direkt am Strand. Es wird umgeben von einem traumhaften gepflegten Garten, in den sich der große Pool perfekt einfügt. Die Zimmer sind sehr großzügig und geschmackvoll eingerichtet und sehr sauber. Wir...”
Dimitri
France France
“Nous avons passé un magnifique séjour dans ce petit coin de paradis. Le lieu est vraiment idéal pour un séjour inoubliable sur l’île Mafia. La nourriture du restaurant était délicieuse, des portions généreuses et nous avons même pu goûter aux...”
Beatriz
Spain Spain
“Las habitaciones son una pasada y están super limpias. El personal es muy amable y muy resolutivo. Además adaptan los horarios de desayuno a las excursiones que tienes.”
Rachel
Switzerland Switzerland
“Wir hatten eine wunderschöne Zeit im Basecamp. Das Hotel ist sehr schön gelegen in einem grosszügigen Park mit einem schönen Strand. Nur ein kuzer Fussweg zu den wenigen lokalen Restaurants. Baden im Meer ist bei high und lowtide möglich,...”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    African • Italian
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Basecamp Mafía Island

Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
Check-out
From 10:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.