We visited Ras Michamvi at the end of a fabulous 2 weeks in Tanzania/Zanzibar and while we thoroughly enjoyed the other base (nungwi 7 nights) we were well ready to change scene for the relatively uncrowded south east of the Island. We couldn't have been happier with our stay, while the hotel is almost eerily quiet at times (1 night... more

Eleven tired bodies arrived via Kilimanjaro and Stonetown looking for some tlc and boy did we get it in droves at this piece of paradise. The relative seclusion of the resort appealed greatly . Each day began with an early swim in the indian ocean to avail of the high tide( similar to a warm bath) followed by a leisurely... more

Having visited many lodges and hotels on the African continent, I now found a perfect way to spend some time in full rest and hospitalisatie. In the Ras Michamvi Beach Resort Hotel on Zanzibar I found a very nice room, with airconditing and ocean view. Very nice staff and management. International kitchen with the African touch. I loved the swimming... more

I stayed here for three nights, after attending a friend's wedding in Tanzania, and I have to say that the peace and tranquility I enjoyed at this hotel was one of the highlights of my trip. I had traveled to Tanzania before, and had spent time in a varying scale of hotels. Ras Michamvi sat in a league of its... more

Highly disappointing stay at Ras Michamvi and most definitely not worth the price! Firstly it is very isolated and having nothing much to do there (thought we would be at least swimming all the time – see below), makes this a serious problem. Steep, rickety stairs (lots) get you down to the beach where we spent quite some time cleaning... more

I took a short break from my hectic schedule of building my house at Chukwani and decided to head for Ras Michamvi to unwind especially from the heat of Stone Town. This place came highly recommended by my friend Hamid of Abuso Inn. So I decided to check it out. Upon arrival I was immediately I was awestruck by the... more

Me and my boyfriend Nathan stayed there 5 nights in Feb 2009 and had most amazing time. Manager and staff are excellent and if you are looking for a place to relax this is your choice!! Pool area is great and hotel has its own lovely (Coconut) beach just little stroll away. No-one apart from us ventured there which is... more

Nearly all the problems we experienced were service-based. They had no drinking water for several hours the first day. The waitstaff were kind, but without training which made meals long and awkward. The food was touted on the website, but was decidedly average. Encouragingly, the new manager was trying mightily to make changes but it may take a couple of... more

A girlfriend and I went to Ras Michamvi after a three-day Safari in Selous, Tanzania. This hotel really deserves a look - it is one of the few locally-owned hotels in Zanzibar.. The hotel is approximately 1 hour's drive from the airport and approximately 1 1/2 hours' drive from Stone Town. The rooms are very spacious and clean and the... more