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Matemwe Retreat, Zanzibar, Asilia Africa

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Matemwe, Tanzania
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Jerusalem, Israel
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17 reviews 17 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2013

this is the most faboulous place i have ever stayed at.the privaste villa(leila) that we stayed in was simply--gorgeous.....from the large bedroom and luxurious bathroom(with a huge bathtub),to the enormous veranda with the hammock,bar and couch....to the lovely view of the ocean..........just wow.our butler marco was great---organized,ontime and helpful--always.......also special mention to ndake......they made us lovely food and were able... More

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Haarlem, The Netherlands
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 November 2012

Our stay in Matemwe Retreat has been absolutely brilliant!! To have such privacy in the villa with personal plunge pool, the most beautiful view, great bathroom, romantic bedroom really was breathtaking! Our butler Menlad was excellent! He made sure we got everything we needed, always with a smile and Hakuna Matata, no problem!! Everything and anything was possible. When we... More

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Basel
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26 reviews 26 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 November 2012

We stayed for 4 nights and everything was great. In particular, the food! Every evening, the menu offered a different variety. The chef and the bar staff are just fantastic. The room was very nice (I would recommend one near the pool).

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UK
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5 reviews 5 reviews
5 hotel reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 November 2012

We stayed at Matemwe Retreat in September for our honeymoon and stayed in the ZamZam room for 7 nights- amazing! It definitely has the wow factor the minute you arrive and walk through the door. Our Butler Martin was absolutely fantastic and we couldn’t wish for anything more. Every day he would ask us what we wanted for breakfast lunch... More

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Toronto, Ont.
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15 reviews 15 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 October 2012

My husband and I stayed at the Matemwe Retreat for 3 nights and enjoyed ourselves, but expected more for what we paid. The villa was absolutely beautiful and 100% worth it if you want some privacy and alone time, which we did. However, the food at the resort was nothing short of disappointing. We were served the same red snapper... More

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AsiliaAfrica, Front Office Manager at Matemwe Retreat, Zanzibar, Asilia Africa, responded to this review
7 November 2012

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are terribly sorry to hear that our food did not meet your expectations. The Seafood BBQ nights are usually one of the most popular nights as we offer a wide variety of fresh seafood like lobster, prawns, and octopus. We always invite Retreat guests to join our Seafood BBQ... More

Australia, Sydney
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 October 2012

A complete piece of heaven on earth. Nothing but the sound of the ocean to occupy your thoughts. My fiancé and I were blessed to visit Matemwe for a weekend getaway. With the support of the amazing crew, who treated us like family we were blessed to be married on the idyllic whit sandy beaches. Thank you for making our... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 October 2012

We spent 6 wonderful days at Matemwe Retreat in 'Nuru' at the end of our Honeymoon and it was fantastic. Menlad was a superb butler - very attentive to detail and professional. We loved our Swahili lessons! The retreat, with it stunning views, very thoughtful design and amazing roof terrace with plunge pool was all we had hoped for and... More

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Redondo Beach, California
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22 hotel reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 October 2012

the reason i cant give an "excellent" is because you cannot swim in the water out front. and for me, ive learned that if im on the BEACH, i want to be able to get in the water out front or why bother going all the way to the island in the first place? you can walk the reef but... More

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Leeds, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 October 2012

My husband and I have just returned from 8 days at Matemwe retreat and can't fault it at all. From the moment we arrived to the moment we left (at 4am all packed up with breakfast for the journey to the airport) we were treated like royalty. The retreat itself is stunning. So much so that all our plans to... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 September 2012

wow. what a wonderful place to stay! we didn't want to leave. Our butler Salim was the happiest man I have ever met and made our stay so special. If you are staying here ask for SALIM! The room was absolutely perfect. Service perfect. Ambience perfect. The only small negative was that the pastries and desserts were average for the... More

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Also Known As:
Matemwe Retreat, Asilia Africa Hotel Matemwe
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Matemwe Retreat, Zanzibar, Asilia Africa
Address: Matemwe, Tanzania
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Region: Tanzania > Zanzibar Archipelago > Zanzibar > Matemwe
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #2 of 13 Speciality lodging in Matemwe
Price Range: ££££
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Matemwe Retreat's rooms are extremely spacious and beautifully decorated. A private deck and plunge pool allows for uninterrupted relaxation, with only the palm trees for company. Service at the Retreat is organized in such a way that guests need never leave their room. A private butler caters to every whim and the chef stops by every morning to discuss the meal choices for the day, which are served on the large verandas overlooking the Indian Ocean. Guests are free to wander down to the main lodge, enjoy the delicious cuisine or join fellow patrons for sundowner cocktails. ... more   less 
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