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Dive Planet Mafia Island

Hotel in Utende

Set in Utende, 7.6 km from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Dive Planet Mafia Island offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

C
Christine
From
Malta
Lovely small property with very personal service, really great standard of accommodation, big room, great shower, nice pool, extremely accommodating staff. Excellent overall. Dive equipment is new and dive service also excellent.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
Price from
US$187
1 night, 2 adults

Basecamp Mafía Island

Hotel in Utende

Situated in Utende, 7.7 km from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Basecamp Mafía Island features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

E
Eva
From
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 paradise!! They made a big effort to make it eco friendly, which we loved. We will definitely go back! Thank you to all the staff for an unforgettable experience
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
Price from
US$198
1 night, 2 adults

Butiama Marine Camp

Utende

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

J
Julia
From
Austria
It is a beautiful place, well organized and very friendly and considerate staff. They remember your names, likes and dislikes when it comes to food - we were really impressed We tried different activities at the dive centre and had a great time. They also have a very comfy lounge area to chill and escape the heat.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews
Price from
US$81.70
1 night, 2 adults

Coconut Mafia Island Bungalows

Utende

Featuring garden views, Coconut Mafia Island Bungalows offers accommodation with a garden, around 6.1 km from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve.

P
Pedro
From
France
We just finished our 3 day stay in Mafia and at Mafia Island Bungalows : it was a lovely stay, all-round : beautiful space for the house, comfortable terrace, perfect bedroom (Upendo - very nicely decorated with local flair, loved it), great bathroom… everything fine! The place is overall very quiet as it sits a little away from the road at the entrance of the Marine Park. We did not meet the owners, who where on a trip off the island : however, they took the time to check-in with us every single day, and it was much appreciated. We also would like to adress a great shout out to the staff : Hassan was very available, without being « too present » / just the right balance; and there is an amazing Chef on premises: we loved the breakfasts and even more the diners! The homemade bread and Chapatis, the soups, the mains and the deserts… everything was delicious ! Well done, we whole-heartedly recommend staying with you when visiting Mafia and hope to come again one day ☺️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews
Price from
US$55
1 night, 2 adults

Meremeta Lodge

Utende

Featuring free bikes and a garden, Meremeta Lodge is situated in Utende, less than 15 minutes cycle from Mafia Island Diving. Free WiFi is offered.

A
Arun
From
Australia
Meremata and the staff were very helpful and attentive, always anticipating what you might need and able to help out with any request apt tasks I had on the island from getting massage to booking plane tickets to getting transport.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews
Price from
US$99
1 night, 2 adults

Kinasi Lodge

Utende

With sea views, Kinasi Lodge is set in Utende and has a restaurant, a shared lounge, bar, garden, outdoor pool and terrace.

D
Daniel
From
South Africa
Great rooms with delicious food. The Diving facilities and services were excellent.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
US$376.20
1 night, 2 adults

Maisara Mafia Beach Lodge

Kilindoni (Near Utende)

Situated in Kilindoni, 7.2 km from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Maisara Mafia Beach Lodge features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a terrace.

O
Olle
From
Sweden
Simply love this place! Everyone in the staff help you get the best experience on mafia island. They arrange great tours that we really enjoyed. Best experience by far was the whale shark snorkeling. The place is small with few bungalows which make the place really friendly where everyone says hello to each other. The location is also great close to the beach and Kilindoni and the airport. Theres a bar and smaller restaurant which serves great food. Really recommend this place!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews
Price from
US$108
1 night, 2 adults

Juani beach bungalows

Kilindoni (Near Utende)

Located in Kilindoni, 7.4 km from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Juani beach bungalows provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a terrace.

N
Nicholas
From
Tanzania
Really nice owners and staff. Very cute little bungalows.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 137 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults

Mafia Dream Hotel

Kilindoni (Near Utende)

Set in Kilindoni, 5.5 km from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Mafia Dream Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

A
Annika
From
Switzerland
The property has a wonderful pool, and large, clean, modern rooms with air conditioning. The staff, especially Hamidu at the front desk were kind and really helped make our stay very comfortable. You could easily walk from the airport to the hotel, but the hotel will happily arrange transport for a fee. We organised our whale shark and full day snorkelling through the hotel and they were both fantastic! The whale shark tour started a 7min Tuktuk ride away, while the snorkelling tour was about half an hour away to the marine park on other side which means you have to pay the marine fee. Worth it. And nice to stay on the side where you don’t need to pay the fee everyday. The activities needed to be paid in cash, but the hotel and meals can be paid with card. There’s an ATM around short walk away. The restaurant is good, a loved the banana milkshake!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews
Price from
US$72
1 night, 2 adults

Kileleni

Kilindoni (Near Utende)

Kileleni has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and bar in Kilindoni. Free WiFi and room service are available.

S
SAADA
From
Oman
The location such a beautiful place near the beach every thing was fantastic the rooms luxury very clean I love it the food all was fantastic. Special thanks to staff thanks to Ali he is very good and helpful thanks to Angelina lovely women and special thanks to Salma such lovely girl..the chief she is fantastic international Latifa thanks to Alex with her all support....I would love to come back again
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews
Price from
US$220
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with airport shuttles in Utende

  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
    From US$199.68 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews
    From US$130.17 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews
    From US$68.34 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 137 reviews
    From US$80 per night

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Budget hotels in Utende and nearby

  • Providing a garden, matosa inn offers accommodation in Mafia Island.

    From US$97.63 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

    Set in Utende, 7.6 km from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Dive Planet Mafia Island offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    Chole Mjini Treehouses Lodge offers unique tree house accommodation on Chole Island in the heart of the Mafia Island Marine Park. The property has a dive centre.

  • Momi Home Stay is located in Utende. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve is 6.9 km away. The accommodation is non-smoking.

  • Set in Utende, 6.4 km from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, mafiakivulinilodge offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.3
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

    Situated 5.7 km from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Mafia Fabu Lodge features accommodation with a garden, a terrace and room service for your convenience.

Best hotels with breakfast in Utende and nearby

  • Situated in Utende and with Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve reachable within 7.7 km, Ramblers Dive Hostel features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

    From US$39.60 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Boasting a garden, bar and views of sea, Utende Seacliff Resort is situated in Utende, 7.7 km from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

    From US$144 per night
  • Kivulini

    Hotel in Baleni
    Breakfast options

    Located in Baleni in the Mafia Island region, Kivulini provides accommodation with free private parking.

    From US$360 per night
  • Set just 3.1 km from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Viva Lodge features accommodation in Kilindoni with access to a bar, a shared lounge, as well as room service.

    From US$14.10 per night

What guests said about Utende:

  • 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
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