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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 balconies, terraces, and private bathrooms with walk-in showers. Additional amenities include bathrobes, tea and coffee makers, and soundproofing. Dining and Leisure: The lodge provides a restaurant, bar, and outdoor dining area. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Free bicycles enhance the leisure experience. 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). Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 32 mi from the property.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free Wifi
- Beachfront
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Private beach area
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Guests who stayed here loved
- 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...” - Pascale
Canada
“everything! it had a very bohemian feel and it brought me back to my 20ties! minus the cockroaches 😉” - Adam
Kenya
“The place is beautiful, with nice architecture and a lot of style. The owner and staff were very friendly and helpful, including connecting us with transportation and a snorkeling/dolphin-spotting boat tour. It is a small B&B-type place, and we...” - 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
- Restaurant #1
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no cribs available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.


The fine print
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.