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La Fontana Restaurant & Bungalows

Guest house

13 Kendwa

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
14 mentions

The owners and the staff are always ready to help with anything you might need —…

Kind and attentive hotel manager and staff

Comfortable rooms
10 mentions

enjoyed the view and its spatious rooms, that were well equipped

The view from the restaurant and out 1st floor room was amazing

Great location
9 mentions

The beach is also just a short walk away, which makes the location perfect

The hotel has a good location nearby the sea and nice garden,however I could say…

Breakfast available
6 mentions

The breakfast was awful, except nice juice

Breakfast was excellent, plate full of tropical fruits, natural juices, it is an…

Clean rooms
5 mentions

The rooms are very clean and well maintained, and the restaurant and your balcon…

Place is secure and protected, clean

Pool
2 mentions

Another great advantage is that you can buy a wristband at the hotel that gives …

The $20 pp option to use the Kendra Rocks sun loungers and pool was useful

Overview

Featuring a garden and views of sea, La Fontana Restaurant & Bungalows is a recently renovated guest house located in Kendwa, 300 metres from Kendwa Beach. The property was built in 2012 and features air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony. The guest house provides garden views, a sun terrace and a 24-hour front desk. At the guest house, every unit has a desk. With a private bathroom equipped with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer, units at the guest house also offer free WiFi. At the guest house, all units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Buffet and à la carte breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available daily at the guest house. At La Fontana Restaurant & Bungalows, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner, lunch and brunch and serves African cuisine. A variety of wellness packages are available for guests to get rejuvenated on-site. For guests with children, the accommodation offers an indoor play area, outdoor play equipment and a baby safety gate. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at La Fontana Restaurant & Bungalows, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Royal Beach is 1.8 km from the guest house, while Nungwi Beach is 2.8 km away. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International, 59 km from La Fontana Restaurant & Bungalows, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Traveller reviews

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Mariska

solo_traveller

March 6, 2026

10

Wonderful stay with amazing hospitality

I had an amazing stay and would like to sincerely thank the owners for their wonderful hospitality. They are very involved with their guests and truly care about making sure everyone has a great experience. The owners and the staff are always ready to help with anything you might need — from a well-prepared breakfast in the morning to arranging tours or enjoying a drink in the evening. The hotel also organizes very nice activities for guests, such as movie nights, live music or theme nights, which adds a fun and welcoming atmosphere. The rooms are very clean and well maintained, and the restaurant and your balcony offers a beautiful view over the sea. The beach is also just a short walk away, which makes the location perfect. Another great advantage is that you can buy a wristband at the hotel that gives you access to the facilities of the hotel across the street, including the swimming pool, beach area, and other amenities — a really great deal. Everything is very well organized, and we would definitely recommend staying here! Ps. Picture is made from the hotel rooms balcony

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omar

extended_group

July 11, 2025

1

I didn’t like anything, it’s scam And it’s been more then a month and am still waiting for refund

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Bohumir

solo_traveller

April 6, 2025

5

The hotel has a good location nearby the sea and nice garden,however I could say that it is low cost hotel, for same money or little more you can have better acomodation in kedwa. I spent 6 days there from which 3 days the hotel has no electricity. The breakfast was awful, except nice juice. Which was nice was Masai,he was really nice and smily :)

B

Bram

extended_group

March 10, 2025

8

Charming spot, with a lots of character and rocking a relaxed vibe. Well located.

Very nice restaurant... enjoyed the view and its spatious rooms, that were well equipped. Sheltered, cosey garden/patio feel. Slow, and chill vibe. Calm. At walking distance from the beach and the town centre. Shops and restaurants down the road around the corner... Kind and attentive hotel manager and staff.

S

Signe

family_with_children

February 16, 2025

9

The view from the restaurant and out 1st floor room was amazing. The staff was like family to us after 8 days 😊

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Snezana

extended_group

January 31, 2025

8

Hidden jewel in quiet, green environment

La Fontana is a small resort, hidden in green environment, quiet, just few minutes from the beach. Staff was quite professional, dedicated to their job, we had quick feedback at every question. Breakfast was excellent, plate full of tropical fruits, natural juices, it is an offer of high quality food. During our stay, for few times we also had a dinner here, and enjoyed seafood. Place is secure and protected, clean.

S

Solmoon

couple

January 25, 2025

4

Could be a good with some care and work

Nice local staff Old school ambiance on old terrace The beautiful friendly black dog

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Malwina Niamh

solo_traveller

January 15, 2025

10

Great value for money, and stunning views at breakfast

beautiful sea view restaurant, 5min walk to the beach, for 20$ you can get a wristband that grants you access to Kendwa rocks‘ sun beds throughout your stay. Very friendly staff!

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Walter

solo_traveller

January 13, 2025

10

Thanks guys

Great stuff and food. Pizza was 10 out of 10

A

Andrew O-S

family_with_children

December 29, 2024

7

Promising but fading

Family room was spacious and bathroom clean. Everything worked. Food was generally OK. Nothing exceptional. Nice restaurant area with sea views and occasional breeze. Staff friendly. The $20 pp option to use the Kendra Rocks sun loungers and pool was useful.

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Ieva Krumina

solo_traveller

December 11, 2024

10

I would come back.

My sea view room was perfect. All clean and nice.

T

TravellerNomads

couple

November 23, 2024

8

Fantastic Restaurant made up for shortcomings in the room 😀

Homely environment with the famous Italian Restuarant serving delicious meals as its main selling point. Friendly staff and owners always helps make a stay more pleasant as was the case here. A good hot shower was very welcome 😁 Breakfast was a limited buffet and better than some.

B

Bor

couple

October 1, 2024

3

Small dark rooms, garagebox style Hotel is outdated

A

Amanda

solo_traveller

August 20, 2024

7

Great staff

Location and staff

Y

Yazan

couple

March 24, 2024

10

Hakuna matata at La Fontana

Absolutely amazing place to stay in the beautiful beach of Kendwa. Ali, Manuel and Flavia are the best hosts you could ask for in Zanzibar. The food is simply delicious. From breakfast to lunch, dinner and special theme nights, it was always a yummy experience on a cozy terrace with stunning views. The room was spacious, clean with a great view. The staff and the general atmosphere made us feel welcome and comfortable at all times.

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Filipe

solo_traveller

March 19, 2024

10

I'd book again without a doubt

The staff, the rooms, and the breakfast are great! I'd definitely stay here again.

A

Aidan

couple

March 3, 2024

6

Hostel vibe

It was a cheaper option for the area

E

Emanuela

extended_group

February 23, 2024

8

Total relax in Kendwa

Very nice small hotel of traditional architecture, with a beautiful terrace where customers can enjoy nice food and cocktails and chill out in a relaxed atmosphere. The staff is friendly and smiley, always available and ready to help. Flavia and Manuel gave us advice and plenty of tips to fully enjoy our stay in Zanzibar. We appreciated in particular the quiet environment in the proximity of the best beach in Kendwa. Definitely recommended.

V

ValentinaBore

solo_traveller

January 12, 2024

10

Great staff and wonderful owners! Felt very welcoming and really enjoyed my stay! The food was absolutely incredible! I hardly recommend La Fontana!!!!

A

Arman

couple

January 9, 2024

6

Graat location, view and friendly staff.

Facilities

Activities

Fishing, Games room, Spa and wellness centre, Karaoke, Cycling, Diving, Snorkelling, Private beach area, Entertainment staff, Nightclub/DJ, Evening entertainment, Game drives, Temporary art galleries, Pub crawls, Stand-up comedy, Movie nights, Walking tours, Bike tours, Themed dinner nights, Happy hour, Tour or class about local culture, Cooking class, Live music/performance, Live sport events (broadcast), Spa/wellness packages, Beach

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Entertainment and family services

Board games/puzzles, Indoor play area, Kids' outdoor play equipment, Baby safety gates

Food & Drink

Kid meals, Kid-friendly buffet, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Snack bar, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast in the room, Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast options

Food & drink safety

Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized

General

Bicycle parking, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Heating, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Minimarket on site, WiFi available in all areas

Internet

Free WiFi, WiFi, Internet services

Outdoors

Outdoor pool, Garden, Terrace, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor furniture

Parking

Parking on site, Parking, Free parking

Physical distancing

Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Mobile app for room service, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas

Pool and wellness

Swimming Pool, Kids' pool, Swimming pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas, Pool/beach towels, Pool bar

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

24-hour security, Key access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available

Self check-in

Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Check-in kiosk in the lobby, Lockbox key collection at the property, Lockbox key collection near the property

Services

Shuttle service, Daily housekeeping, Grocery deliveries, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Trouser press, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Shared lounge/TV area, Tour desk, Luggage storage, Express check-in/check-out, Currency exchange, Ironing service, Packed lunches, Car hire, Airport shuttle, Business centre, Babysitting/child services, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Barber/beauty shop, 24-hour front desk, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities

Transport

Airport pick up, Airport drop off

Double Room

The double room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 25 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Double Room with Balcony and Sea View

The double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 25 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Deluxe Triple Room

The spacious triple room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 3 beds.

Max 3 guests 38 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Quadruple Room

The spacious quadruple room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 2 beds.

Max 4 guests 50 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 13:30 to 23:30
Check-outFrom 07:00 until 12:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPlease inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 11:33 PM

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