Kena Beach Hotel
Matemwe Beach Northeast coast
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20 nights, 2 adults
USD$5,841
Includes taxes and charges
20 nights, 2 adults
USD$5,841
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“A very romantic hotel sprawling with life, and a staff so professional and so fr…”
“The beautiful garden and the staff”
“It is situated on the beach, with a swimming pool and sun loungers located all o…”
“Lovely gardens around the hotel, and the beach is beautiful”
“Wonderfully unique place, a perfect example of how modern living conditions can …”
“Kena hotel located in a very calm and quiet area”
“Rooms were very clean”
“The room was very big and clean”
“Lovely landscaped grounds with a swimming pool, though with the adjacent beach, …”
“The beach access was perfect and the pool was great”
“Great location on the beach - with some hawkers who were kept a reasonable dista…”
Overview
Situated on the Matemwe beach in the Matemwe village on the East Coast of Zanzibar, Kena Beach Hotel lies along the east coast of Zanzibar. It boasts a restaurant overlooking the swimming pool and Indian Ocean, a tropical garden and bar where guests can have a drink. The elegantly decorated rooms feature a thatched roof and have wooden floors, mosquito nets and air conditioning. Each room includes a minibar and en-suite bathroom with free toiletries. Kena Beach Hotel serves breakfast daily in the buffet restaurant and private dining on the beach can be arranged upon request. Guests can enjoy a cocktail at the bar. The staff at the property are available to help guest with all their queries and give tour advice. The property also features free WiFi. Stone Town is a 45 minutes’ drive away and the private beach area at Kena Beach Hotel offers the opportunity to enjoy activities such as diving, snorkelling and a variety of watersport available upon request. Zanzibar Airport is 47 km away from Kena Beach Hotel and an airport shuttle can be arranged upon request.
Traveller reviews
Tanya
couple
March 11, 2026
“The staff are friendly, attentive and make one feel at home. The care and maintenance of the property is remarkable. You”
The property has the most beautiful garden, that has been well maintained. It is situated on the beach, with a swimming pool and sun loungers located all over and the most magnificent beach beds.
Júlia Dominika
couple
March 6, 2026
“Wonderful place with lovely staff, one of the best we’ve ever seen.”
Wonderfully unique place, a perfect example of how modern living conditions can intertwine with undisturbed nature. A very romantic hotel sprawling with life, and a staff so professional and so friendly you might reconsider your life choices.
Georgiakakis
solo_traveller
February 18, 2026
The beautiful garden and the staff !! Kena hotel located in a very calm and quiet area
Petra
family_with_children
February 14, 2026
“Lovely family stay”
Lovely gardens around the hotel, and the beach is beautiful. The staff was excellent and very helpful, though the level of English skills was varying. We had a lovely stay with our family. Good dive center at the hotel.
Abhishek
couple
February 4, 2026
The best thing about this place is Staff
Philip
couple
October 22, 2025
“A good hotel with easy access to the beach.”
The gardens were well kept, the staff were very attentive and the food was ok. Bicycles were available for free and the reef walk was a pleasant break. The room was very pleasant. For those who like to dive there is dive centre attached to the hotel.
Robert
family_with_children
October 19, 2025
We were very satisfied
Robert
couple
September 24, 2025
“Their greatest asset is their staff and everything else was superb.”
First class staff. Exceptionally polite, efficient and reacted immediately to anything asked of them. Great location on the beach - with some hawkers who were kept a reasonable distance away from the sunbeds, so wasn't an issue. We had an all inclusive package and the food was very good for all three main meals. Drinks (including alcohol) were available as part of the package all day. Enormous room and ensuite facilities to match. The four poster with a mosquito net was exceptionally comfortable with high end linen. Lovely landscaped grounds with a swimming pool, though with the adjacent beach, it was little used.
Timm
family_with_children
August 1, 2025
“Four African stars.”
Location is good and overall it’s an ok stay.
Rahul Malkani
family_with_children
July 13, 2025
The staff.. The people.. Just amazing
Karina R.
solo_traveller
February 11, 2025
“Friendly and peaceful spot in paradise”
The staff were exceptional. Very prompt and friendly service. They were very accommodating. Rooms were very clean. The hotel and beaches were quiet and serene.
Eduarda
couple
February 9, 2025
“Happy Zanzibar Holiday”
Beautiful hotel with super friendly staff and amazing food, perfect location. Not far from places to visit and very peaceful area. Definitely will be back
DIDIER
family_with_children
February 8, 2025
“Very good hotel”
Tina
family_with_children
December 31, 2024
“Amazing, would stay again”
The staff were amazing, especially Grace and Sofia in the restaurants. All the staff were so helpful and accommodating and nothing was ever a problem, every morning we were warmly greeted by everyone. The rooms were very comfortable and lovely. The bathrooms were nice and the outdoor showers and a nice addition. The beach access was perfect and the pool was great. Even the gardens around the property were lovely. The whole vibe of the property was perfect.
Karina
solo_traveller
December 16, 2024
“Friendly and peaceful spot in paradise”
The staff were exceptional. Very prompt and friendly service. They were very accommodating. Rooms were very clean. The hotel and beaches were quiet and serene.
Ercilia
couple
November 12, 2024
“Disappointment”
Nothing
DANIELA
family_with_children
November 8, 2024
“Relaxing holiday”
The property is a small and cozy hotel right on the beach with a lot of plants and flowers in the garden. The room was very big and clean. The food, either buffet or a la carte was very tasty. All the staff was very nice and willing to help. Thank you girls and boys from the restaurant and bar, Hishma and all the staff who helped me plotting the surprise 😉. And ofcourse I cannot forget the welcoming meouwings of Tana and the fluffy Tutu.
Sebastian
couple
October 25, 2024
“Amazing, relaxing stay:)”
Really cozy and quiet place. A lot of plants on the hotel area, feels like a little jungle. Perfect to relax. Nice view on the sea side with plenty of possibilities to sit/lay day during the day. Staff is exceptional friendly. Awesome terrace in the room. Highly recommend a stay, if you want to relax. Eventually, we extended by two nights.
Kristina
solo_traveller
July 28, 2024
This place was heaven! I even stayed longer than I first had planned. I went there as a solo female traveler and felt super safe and taken care of. Staff treated me like a family, tours were easily fixed and well organized on the island, food and drinks was delicious, beach wonderful, and the room was super clean and comfortable. A lot of people write about the sellers on the beach but honestly I had no problem with them at all. They are super nice to talk to if you decide to take a walk along the beach (they respect the property border) and respect you when you say that you want to walk alone. But if you are a little nervous about that it is good to know that hotel have staff at the beach at well.
Alexander
solo_traveller
July 5, 2024
“A lovely place directly on the beach with a super friendly team and a very good kitchen. I will come again!”
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Spa facilities, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Couples massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Yoga classes, Private beach area, Water sport facilities on site, Beachfront, Fishing, Games room, Spa and wellness centre, Massage, Billiards, Table tennis, Darts, Cycling, Diving, Snorkelling, Walking tours, Bike tours, Themed dinner nights, Happy hour, Cooking class, Live music/performance, Live sport events (broadcast), 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, 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
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Breakfast in the room, Restaurant, Bar, Snack bar, Special diet menus (on request), Wine/champagne, Fruits
Food & drink safety
Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
Bicycle parking, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Safety deposit box
Internet
WiFi, Internet services, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, BBQ facilities, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Accessible parking, Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas, Swimming Pool, Swimming pool toys, Pool with view, Pool/beach towels, Pool bar, Shallow end, Pool cover, Swimming pool
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available, 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, First aid kit available
Services
Daily housekeeping, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Private check-in/check-out, Express check-in/check-out, Ironing service, 24-hour front desk, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Packed lunches, Car hire, Luggage storage, Currency exchange, Tour desk
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Superior Family Room
This twin rooms with garden views offers a private bath and walk-in shower
Deluxe Double Room
Our deluxe rooms provide private outdoor showers and air conditioning.
Deluxe Room with Jacuzzi
This deluxe King rooms offer a private Jacuzzi overlooking the landscaped gardens and outdoor private shower.
Standard Double Room
This double room has garden views, en-suite walk-in shower and full amenities .
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