Boutique Hotel Matlai

In one word: fantastic! Our stay at Boutique Hotel Matlai was unforgettable. From the moment we arrived, the owner greeted us with genuine warmth and hospitality, making us feel instantly at home. The rooms are very spacious and offer breathtaking views. The food is of exceptional quality – every meal was a culinary delight. The butler service is a true luxury. Our butler, Hashim, went above and beyond to make our stay perfect; his dedication was truly impressive. If you’re looking for peace and quiet in an idyllic corner of Zanzibar, this is the place to be. Enjoyment with a capital E!

Our stay at this hotel was truly unforgettable! The beach was stunning — peaceful, clean, and so relaxing. The food was absolutely incredible, honestly better than any restaurant we tried in Zanzibar. Every dish was fresh, full of flavor, and beautifully served. What truly made the experience special was the warm and welcoming staff. From the owner to Hashem and Gloria, everyone went out of their way to make us feel at home. They constantly checked in to ask about our day, helped us with activities, and offered support whenever we needed it. The spa was another highlight — Mariam was amazing and gave us one of the best treatments we’ve ever had. And just when we thought it couldn’t get better, they surprised us with a lovely gift of fresh fruit and cookies for the road when we were leaving. Such thoughtful gestures truly touched us. We left with full hearts and wonderful memories. Highly recommended!

A truly stunning boutique hotel that blends luxury, elegance, comfort and happiness all in one package. The villas have a beautiful view over the ocean, but are also surrounded by greenery which given you the best of both worlds and a lot of privacy. The rooms and bathrooms are spacious, thoughtfully designed and decorated, with a lot of attention to detail from the scents of the room spray to the bath salts, as well as the placement of chill out spots where you have the option of direct sunlight or shade, still with the amazing views of the ocean. Titus ; the butler was so gracious, helpful and seemed to be there when you needed something without being intrusive. The meals and drinks are all so delicious and fresh, full of flavour absolutely sumptuous. And then, nestled in a little tropical paradise sits the spa - definitely one of the best spa experiences Africa has to offer. Peaceful, serene, blissful and magical are the only way to describe the experience. Boutique Hotel Matlai is truly a little paradise in every sense of the word and there is no doubt that I will back again and again.