Overview
Matemwe Bungalows is located on one of the quieter stretches of coastline on Zanzibar, so you won't be swamped with holidaymakers. This is a small, intimate guest lodge situated on a rocky outcrop above a magnificent stretch of beach in the Northeast. Matemwe is by far one of the best, and most popular, guest lodges in Zanzibar, offering wonderful personal service, great views over Mnemba Atoll and superb cuisine. The rooms are main lodge are strung out along the rocky coastline. There is a beautiful sweep of white beach situated at the far end beyond the lodge. The thatched bungalows are nestled in gardens along the sea cliff, all with views of the sea. Matemwe was one of the first guesthouses to open on Zanzibar and was developed with cooperation from the locals. Its guests contribute to local village projects, including helping to get piped water to the area, maintenance of the library and teacher's office. All electricity and heating is provided by solar power. There are no televisions to interfere with your days soaking up paradise.

Accommodation
• There are 14 palm-thatched, en-suite rooms. Each has a private veranda with a hammock offering stunning sea views.

• The rooms are divided into six superb honeymoon suites and eight standard bungalows. The suites are airy and spacious and the stylish decor reflects the colours of the beach: clean white walls, thatched roofs and blue bedspreads.

• The standard bungalows are smaller and less stylish, but still highly recommended. 

Facilities
• For divers this lodge is an extremely convenient and comfortable base from which to visit the Mnemba Atoll which can be seen from the lodge.

• Unfortunately they do not have a dive centre anymore, but use the facilities of Zanzibar Beach Resort which is located close by. 

Activities
• The lodge offers kayaking, snorkeling and diving within the protective fringing reef as well as sailing on their dhow or with a local fisherman in their wooden outrigger canoe.

• You can also walk to the village or explore the beach on hired bicycles or arrange for half or full day Zanzibar tours.

Dining
• The open-walled restaurant is gloriously positioned with views of the ocean offers mouth-watering meals combining African and European flavours.

• Breakfast is a variety of fruit, yoghurt, eggs and bread. Lunch is a generous buffet and dinner usually is a three-course, set meal with a choice of meat, fish or vegetarian.

• There is a delightful open-air beach bar built around an old dhow under the palm trees on the sand. You can lounge on sofas and sun beds and enjoy cocktails or have a sedate cup of spice tea.