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Dive Planet Mafia Island

Hotel in Utende

Located in Utende, 4.7 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Dive Planet Mafia Island provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

B
Ben
From
United States
Can’t beat the location, food, or staff. Truly a 10/10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
Price from
$246.50
1 night, 2 adults

Maisara Mafia Beach Lodge

Hotel in Kilindoni

Located in Kilindoni, 4.4 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Maisara Mafia Beach Lodge has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a terrace.

Q
Quinn
From
United States
We traveled to Mafia Island specifically to see the whale sharks. We went out the first day with a highly rated local tour company and did not see any whale sharks which was unusual. The next day we decided to go out with Hassan, the manager at Maisara Mafia Beach Lodge. Hassan was determined and we did in fact see whale sharks!! Hassan took such good care of us. I was so happy to see the whale sharks but I was getting tired after a few swims so I was content to stay in the boat and let my family continue swimming. After resting a bit, Hassan jumped in to see if it was a good view for me. He came back to the boat and let me know it was a great view if I was up to swimming again. I jumped back in and had the very best time! I cannot say enough good things about Hassan and everyone at the Lodge. They are all so kind and helpful. I also highly recommend the massages at Maisara Mafia Beach Lodge. Thank you Hassan and everyone at the Lodge.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews
Price from
$108
1 night, 2 adults

Juani beach bungalows

Hotel in Kilindoni

Located in Kilindoni, 4.6 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Juani beach bungalows provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a terrace.

T
Tabea
From
Germany
We had a marvellous stay in paradise! Thank you Mussa, Arza and Yazer (sorry for misspelling) for a perfect relaxing week and taking care of us with great hospitality. We felt like friends not like guests. Our hut was always clean and had electricity and hot water at any time. It is 10 steps to the beach. Fan and moskito net are provided. Every night a very romatnic atmosphere with bonfire on the beach. Fresh coconuts are served as well as cocktails and soft drinks for very fair prices! The best at last: Take every chance to eat dinner or lunch here, the food is outstanding and very fair prices, you get fresh fish from the daily fish market well prepared. Also, plan the whale shark and other excursions directly with Mussa, he will organize a wonderful experience, also with grilled lunch, Thank you for everything, we will keep this week in a beautiful memory and wish you all the best.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 137 reviews
Price from
$50
1 night, 2 adults

Basecamp Mafía Island

Hotel in Utende

Located in Utende, 4.8 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Basecamp Mafía Island has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

E
Eliana
From
Ivory Coast
The location, the calmness, the mood! Everything ♥️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
Price from
$198
1 night, 2 adults

Mafia Dream Hotel

Hotel in Kilindoni

Located in Kilindoni, 3.4 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Mafia Dream Hotel provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

Y
Yaniv Mutat
From
Israel
Great place. Very kind staff. We stayed there for 3 nights, and were super happy from it. Breakfast was good, and the room was clean. Great location, and easy walkable from the airport.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews
Price from
$72
1 night, 2 adults

Butiama Marine Camp

Hotel in Utende

Set a few steps from Big Blu Mafia Island Diving Center in Utende, Big Blu Mafia Island Dove Resort welcomes guests with a restaurant and bar. Free private parking is available on site.

M
Maude
From
Switzerland
The tent is functional, with light, plug-in to charge your devices, there is a fan. The tent are really well located, just next to the dive shop. The breakfast was good. And the staff is really nice ! Honestly, if you want to come to Mafia for diving and are on a budget, this is the best option !! And the dive shop is great. Totally recommend !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews
Price from
$81.70
1 night, 2 adults

Coconut Mafia Island Bungalows

Hotel in Utende

Featuring a garden, Coconut Mafia Island Bungalows provides accommodations in Utende.

S
Stefan
From
Austria
The staff was amazing, very hospitable and took care of everything. Breakfast and dinner was great, they have a really great chef and attentive personnel. They also rented us bikes for free, such that we could drive to the dive shop (~10 minutes by bike). Great and inexpensive stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews
Price from
$55
1 night, 2 adults

Kileleni

Hotel in Kilindoni

Kileleni has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and bar in Kilindoni. Free WiFi and room service are offered. At the resort, rooms contain a closetand a balcony with a garden view.

D
Daan
From
Netherlands
Amazing food, friendly staff, great pool and a good shower. Drinking water available the entire day. Big rooms with a nice lounging area in front of each bungalow. Pick-up and drop-off are included.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews
Price from
$220
1 night, 2 adults

Butiama Beach Lodge

Hotel in Kilindoni

Located in Kilindoni, 3.7 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Butiama Beach Lodge has accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

S
Stephanie
From
United States
The property is beautiful, food is delicious, and the staff was very kind. I highly recommend Butiama to anyone traveling abroad. Magida island was phenomenal because of their hospitality.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Price from
$432.25
1 night, 2 adults

Butiama Bustani Hotel

Hotel in Kilindoni

4.2 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve in Kilindoni, Butiama Bustani Hotel features accommodations with access to a public bath.

J
Joan
From
United States
The hotel and staff were both excellent. Hotel room was clean and comfortable. Pool was great and plenty of lounge chairs with sun and shade. Staff very friendly and helpful. Breakfast made to order and plentiful. Dinners also tasty.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews
Price from
$152.95
1 night, 2 adults
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews
    The tent is functional, with light, plug-in to charge your devices, there is a fan. The tent are really well located, just next to the dive shop. The breakfast was good. And the staff is really nice ! Honestly, if you want to come to Mafia for diving and are on a budget, this is the best option !! And the dive shop is great. Totally recommend !
    Guest review by
    Maude
    Switzerland
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
    The property is beautiful, food is delicious, and the staff was very kind. I highly recommend Butiama to anyone traveling abroad. Magida island was phenomenal because of their hospitality.
    Guest review by
    Stephanie
    United States
  • From $495 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
    This is a very special place, the grounds are gorgeous, the staff is lovely, the room is beautiful and the food is excellent...Bravo!
    Guest review by
    Elizabeth
    United States

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  • 6.0

    Going to Mafia Island is like going back in the time.

    Going to Mafia Island is like going back in the time. Still underdeveloped with not too many locals handling foreign languages but nice people. A lot of chinese low key staff in the boutiques but sometimes quite pricey. Even the beer is cheaper in Europe ! Kilindoni is the main spot and if you don't find a certain thing here , you won't be able to find it on the other part of the island. Island still lacks promotion ( advertising ) and I was disappointed that I wasn't able to find those T shirts with Mafia logo or saying something about the island. I went there for diving - and it turned out to be the most expensive one I had in whole my life - so resume to whale shark watching.until the government change its mind and stops screwing tourists. ( I hope this will happen in the future ). Regarding the diving: I'm an instructor so can lay down a professional thought: good but not outstanding as they brag ... and not worth the money.
    Guest review by
    Jaro_diver
    Romania
  • 6.0

    Some nice different options for various tours in the marine...

    Some nice different options for various tours in the marine park. Not really a beach there, and the little sand available is occupied by working fisherman; either side is mangrove. There is a sandbar further out you can visit. Better to stay outside to avoid the marine fees and only pay them when you need to enter it as nicer beaches elsewhere.
    Guest review by
    LukeSilviaCombo
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    KItu KIblu is very close to KIlidoni and the airport (5...

    KItu KIblu is very close to KIlidoni and the airport (5 minutes walking, if with a backpack no need for a taxi). Centre is 15 minutes either by the beach or bay the main road; not great choice of restaurants and better going by night, it's safe and people are very friendly. Don't forget to say hello (mambo) to all men (women seem not appropriate, probably due to muslim religion) and shake your arm to children at the front door, they will repay with a great smile!! By the beach experience the fisherman village to south and back to town by the jungle, there are a lot of small villages with friendly people. Otherwise tuktuk is a good mean to move along the island until Chole, to north (nice beaches) better take a taxi. Pay attention at the road to Ras kisimani, beach is wonderful but very tough to get there. When in Utende I strongly recommend Pamela beach for a lunch or dinner; she's great and let you experience local food.
    Guest review by
    flavio
    Italy