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Unguja Lodge

P.O. Box 675, Kizimkazi, Tanzania
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Unguja Lodge
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Ranked #1 of 3 Speciality lodging in Kizimkazi
4.5 of 5 stars 123 Reviews
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Port of Spain, Trinidad
1 review
“Fantastic place”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

We stayed at Unguja when they were only very newly opened in August 2007. We had one of the beautiful sea view villas and were simply blown away by the beauty of the hotel and by the wonderful service from the staff and the lovely owners. My husband, son and myself had a truly wonderful experience. I know that one... More

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London, UK
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“The best decision I have made in a long time!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

I have just returned from a wonderful four nights at Unguja lodge. This truly was a fantastic place to relax, explore the beautiful island, try out some water activities, and soak up the warm, friendly and luxurious atmosphere of this lodge. I stayed in a sea-view room. Actually, 'room' is the wrong word - it's a hugely spacious villa. The... More

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UngujaLodge, Owner at Unguja Lodge, responded to this review
3 May 2013

Thank you very much for staying with us in April and for your very nice and informative review. This is highly appreciated. We agree with you that the 'low season' months of March and April are very nice to travel to Zanzibar: a lot of sun, a shower every now and then, a quiet island and attractive rates! We look... More

Zambia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“great choice in Zanzibar!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

We were in sep 12 and it was a wonderful experience. Rooms are beautiful, place excellent, food amazing and service very charming and nice with guests. It's an ideal place to stay 2-3 days and explore the surroundings, the lodge easily organize for you with a taxi or similar to go around the island at very good prices. The rooms... More

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UngujaLodge, Owner at Unguja Lodge, responded to this review
17 April 2013

Thank you very much for staying in Unguja Lodge in September and for writing this very nice review. We are happy you enjoyed your srat with us and we look forward to seeing you back one day! With kind regards from all of us at Unguja Lodge More

London, United Kingdom
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15 reviews 15 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
“Rustic charm and great service”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

Stayed here for two nights with my young son aged 8 and we found it a very friendly, welcoming lodge. The rooms right on the beach are vast with a double downstairs and a double upstairs which is open to the elements and those cheeky monkeys which all adds up to a great stay. The beach is tidal so be... More

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UngujaLodge, Owner at Unguja Lodge, responded to this review
17 April 2013

Thank you very much for staying with us last month and for writing this very nice review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and the diving. We look forward to welcoming you again one day! Warm regards from all at Unguja Lodge and Unguja Divers More

Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“The perfect stay!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

This is a stunning lodge, in a great setting with perfect hosts and staff. The second we arrived we felt so welcome by owner Elise and manager Mona. Set in a green, lush setting by the beach we were greeted by black tailed monkeys while having our welcome drink. The villas are immaculate and really in keeping with the surroundings.... More

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UngujaLodge, Owner at Unguja Lodge, responded to this review
17 April 2013

Thank you very much for staying with us last month and for sharing your experience with the world. I really enjoyed our conversations before and over dinner and Happy is still proud of 'her' song! With warm regards from all of us at Unguja Lodge and Unguja Divers More

Vught, The Netherlands
Senior Contributor
29 reviews 29 reviews
26 hotel reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“Great place (and food)”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

We (family of 5) stayed in the Unguja Lodge for 6 nights at the end of our trip to the mainland (as most people do, I presume) and after our stay in Stone Town. Our villa nr 12, the last in the row on the north side, was very spacious and very comfortable. The grounds are very well maintained with... More

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UngujaLodge, Owner at Unguja Lodge, responded to this review
17 April 2013

Thank you very much for staying with us last summer and for writing this very nice review. We also would like to thank you for supporting Kizimkazi Mkunguni by doing the guided village walk with Rashid. With warm regards from all of us at Unguja Lodge and Unguja Divers! More

Faverham in England
Senior Contributor
21 reviews 21 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
“what a wonderful holiday”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2013

stayed for 14 nights from 17th of Feb , we chose the Baobab Villa , as we wanted to relax in our private pool and watch the wildlife in the garden . We also wanted a small bespoke lodge , which was secluded ,intimate and with a more personal service , and we wanted to dive. We chose very well... More

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elieshagedoorn, Owner at Unguja Lodge, responded to this review
19 March 2013

Thank you very much for staying with us last month and for writing this nice and informative report with pictures. I love the murray eel picture! We are glad you enjoyed your holiday and the diving. For your information, Nick found a new dive site last week: not as far as the one you went to the other day... in... More

Exeter, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“We still love this place!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2013

We still love this place!! At the begining of February we returned from our 2nd visit to Unguja Lodge and we still love this place!! We previously stayed for one week and personally for us that was not long enough so this time we stayed for 2 wonderful weeks. Unguja Lodge ticks all the boxes for us, we said we... More

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elieshagedoorn, Owner at Unguja Lodge, responded to this review
19 March 2013

Thank you very much for staying with us again this year. It was so nice having you again. It really feels like you are part of the Unguja family! Well... what can we say....looking forward to seeing you next time! Warm regards from Steven, Nick, Said, Ralph, Elies and all the rest of the team. More

Waregem, Belgium
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“A very nice place to relax and enjoy”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2013

With my wife and 13 year old daughter we stayed in Unguja Lodge for about one week in the first half of Feb 2013. It was amazing. The rooms (villa’s) with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms + the open bathroom were very nice. I could also appreciate the sea view very much. Next to this we were very lucky to... More

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UngujaLodge, Owner at Unguja Lodge, responded to this review
26 February 2013

Thank you very much for staying with us this month and for writing this very nice review on Trip Advisor. We also like to thank you for choosing to do the village walk with Rashid. By doing this you supported the village of Kizimkazi: we ask a donation of $5.00 per person for the village walk. Together with the Village... More

Suffolk
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“A little bit of paradise .....”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2013

We stayed for 6 nights at Unguja Lodge, following a weeks safari in Tanzania - the accomodation was recommended by Imagine Africa, so well done to them. We had a delay in getting picked up from the airport which was annoying and this came on top of other travel problems we had experienced earlier in the day so not the... More

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UngujaLodge, Owner at Unguja Lodge, responded to this review
26 February 2013

Thank you very much for staying in Unguja Lodge this month. We are glad you enjoyed your stay after the problems you had with transfers! Many thanks also for writing this nice review on Trip Advisor. It's highly appreciated. Looking forward to seeing you back one day. Warm greetings from all of us at Unguja Lodge & Unguja Divers More

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Additional Information about Unguja Lodge

Also Known As:
Unguja Hotel
Unguja Hotel Kizimkazi
Unguja Resort Kizimkazi
Unguja Lodge Zanzibar/Kizimkazi
Address: P.O. Box 675, Kizimkazi, Tanzania
Region: Tanzania > Zanzibar Archipelago > Zanzibar > Kizimkazi
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 3 Speciality lodging in Kizimkazi
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Eleven spacious private villas. From your ocean view terrace you can watch the local fishermen sailing the Indian Ocean. A breathtaking sunset is yours. All villas are beautifully decorated in Zanzibar style. In our beautiful garden with old mango and baobab trees many indigenous animals find their home. The rare Red Colobus monkeys often come and play. In the middle of the tropical garden, a large specially conditioned swimming pool is situated. ... more   less 

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