Hotels on the beach in Mafia Island, Tanzania
Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beach hotels and resorts on Mafia Island. I hope you will like it!
This page was last updated in September 2026.
The List 6 Amazing Beach Hotels in Mafia Island
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1 Mangrove Blue Waves Bungalows Utende
Set in Utende, 5.8 km from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Mangrove Blue Waves Bungalows offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. Located around 2. 4 km from Chole, the hotel with free WiFi is also 2.6 km away from Chole Island. The accommodation provides room service, babysitting service and luggage storage for guests. At the hotel, every room is fitted with a balcony with a garden view. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, some units at Mangrove Blue Waves Bungalows also feature a sea view. At the accommodation the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. A continental breakfast is available every morning at Mangrove Blue Waves Bungalows. You can play squash at the hotel, and the area is popular for cycling. Kilindoni is 12 km from Mangrove Blue Waves Bungalows, while Magemani is 16 km from the property. The nearest airport is Mafia Island, 10 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Address 43 utende Show on map- Pets are welcome
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2 Basecamp Mafía Island Utende
Situated in Utende, 7.7 km from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Basecamp Mafía Island features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area. Boasting a concierge service, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a business centre and free WiFi. At the hotel, the rooms have a wardrobe and a balcony with a garden view. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, some rooms at Basecamp Mafía Island also feature a sea view. All rooms at the accommodation have air conditioning and a desk. Breakfast is available, and includes buffet, à la carte and continental options. At Basecamp Mafía Island you will find a restaurant serving African and Italian cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. Mafia Island Airport is 12 km from the property.
Address Utende Beach 13&14 Show on map- Swimming pool
- Pets are welcome
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3 Butiama Marine Camp Utende
Set a few steps from Big Blu Mafia Island Diving Center in Utende, Big Blu Mafia Island Dove Resort welcomes guests with a restaurant and bar. Free private parking is available on site. Each unit features views of the garden. You will find luggage storage space at the property. You can engage in various activities, such as diving, snorkeling and whale shark excursions.
Address Utende Beach, Utende, Mafia Island, Tanzania Show on map- Water sports facility
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4 Juani beach bungalows Kilindoni
Located in Kilindoni, 4.6 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Juani beach bungalows provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a terrace. With a bar, the property also features water sports facilities, as well as a spa & wellness center. The property has a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, room service and free WiFi. At the hotel, every room has a deskand a balcony with a garden view. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Juani beach bungalows also provide guests with a sea view. All guest rooms at the accommodation are equipped with a seating area. A continental, Full English/Irish or Italian breakfast is served at the property. At Juani beach bungalows you'll find a restaurant serving Seafood cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. Mafia Island Airport is 2.5 miles away.
Address Kilindoni Mafia Tanzania Show on map- Water sports facility
- Pets are welcome
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5 Maisara Mafia Beach Lodge Kilindoni
Situated in Kilindoni, 7.2 km from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Maisara Mafia Beach Lodge features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and room service, along with free WiFi. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. At the hotel, rooms are equipped with a desk. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Maisara Mafia Beach Lodge also boast a sea view. All rooms have a wardrobe. Mafia Island Airport is 3 km from the property.
Address 133 Mafia Pwani 133 Mafia Pwani Show on map -
6 Mafia Beach Bungalows sea view Utende
With sea views, Mafia Beach Bungalows sea view is located in Utende and has a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk, bar, garden, sun terrace and outdoor fireplace. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free WiFi. The bed and breakfast features family rooms and facilities for disabled guests. The units in the bed and breakfast are fitted with a coffee machine. The private bathroom is equipped with a hot tub, slippers and a hair dryer. At the bed and breakfast, all units come with bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. Yoga classes and fitness classes are organised at the fitness room on site. For guests with children, the bed and breakfast provides an indoor play area, outdoor play equipment and a baby safety gate. A car rental service is available at Mafia Beach Bungalows sea view, while walking tours can be enjoyed nearby. Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve is 7.6 km from the accommodation. Mafia Island Airport is 12 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Address 74 mafia island Show on map- Water sports facility
- Gym / fitness center
- Pets are welcome
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