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The Seles Boutique Hotel

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Matemwe Beach

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Why people book this hotel

Great location
13 mentions

The location is stunning

Location and proximity to dive shops

Friendly staff
11 mentions

The staff were nice

I loved the staff

Comfortable rooms
7 mentions

The first room we had was very nice and comfortable

There was building work going on and the nice manager let us choose which room t…

Pool
7 mentions

The pool was perfect

Right on a beautiful beach and pool was nice

Breakfast available
4 mentions

The breakfast is great with plenty of options and the food in general is really …

Decent breakfast but nothing extraordinary

Clean rooms
2 mentions

The attention to detail, daily cleaning the premises , mini table and chair in t…

Clean rooms

Overview

The Seles Boutique Hotel are located in Matemwe. The open-air restaurant has views of the ocean and serves local Swahili cuisine and fresh sea food. Free WiFi access is available. The simple decorated and thatched bungalows come with hot and cold water and a fan. Mosquito nets are draped around the beds. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including snorkelling, kite surfing and fishing. Cocktails and drinks can be enjoyed at the bar. Trips to Mnemba Island can be arranged. Zanzibar Airport is a 50-minute drive away. Please be aware that we have some rooms in the Villa on the second line from the beach.

Traveller reviews

O

Orrin

couple

February 22, 2026

7

Great hotel but needs a new manager.

The first room we had was very nice and comfortable. The location is stunning. The hotel is fantastic. The pool was perfect.

S

Sally

couple

February 14, 2026

9

Location and proximity to dive shops. There are small shops around to buy water etc. And some yum beach style restaurants

D

Dominic

couple

January 18, 2026

3

Stay next door at the Zanzibar Pearl bit more expensive, but worth it to relax and feel clean

The staff were nice. Amani was helpful. Right on a beautiful beach and pool was nice. That’s probably all that was nice about this hotel. There was building work going on and the nice manager let us choose which room to use which was kind. That didn’t mean either room were actually nice though…

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Tanasha

couple

December 24, 2025

9

The deluxe room is big and feels luxurious. Private outdoor sitting area and shower are lovely. The air-conditioning was crisp and refrigerator worked well. The location is great , not as commercialised as the rest of the island. The pool area has sufficient loungers for guests.

T

Tanasha

couple

December 24, 2025

9

The attention to detail, daily cleaning the premises , mini table and chair in the room. Good quality mosquito nets and spray included.

L

Lauren

solo_traveller

December 12, 2025

10

My stay was incredible. My favourite holiday I have ever been on and a lot of this was down to the hotel. The staff were

I loved the staff! Made me feel so so safe and welcome. I was travelling alone and they never failed to go above and beyond! Such lovely people!

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Wendy Willmore

solo_traveller

September 27, 2025

8

Felt like higher end TZ hotel.

N

Nicolemaria

solo_traveller

September 19, 2025

10

This place feels like home. I will be back

Staff were lovely. The location and what they offer is amazing, great nightlife on some of the evenings with great entertainment, you really feel at home here. I travelled solo and never felt alone. The breakfast is great with plenty of options and the food in general is really good ! Top manager. Always helpful and as I travelled solo I was always checked up on which was lovely. Thankyou so much for everything

K

Kael

couple

July 22, 2025

10

Beautifull and quiet stay on paradise!

The theme nights, the very friendly and open staff.

L

Love

solo_traveller

June 14, 2025

7

Really nice place! But beware of british karaoke-singers.

Really nice staff! Clean rooms! Right by the beach! Decent breakfast but nothing extraordinary.

G

Gmira

solo_traveller

March 12, 2025

8

Recommended to anyone visiting Zanzibar to get local experience

The staff they were super hospitable and very helpful. The pool was relaxing.

J

James

couple

March 7, 2025

3

Bring supplies! Don’t spend money there. Push for the room to be cleaned. Update the bathrooms

Amazing location on one of the most beautiful beach I ever seen

M

Moses

solo_traveller

February 27, 2025

3

Well 😮‍💨

E

Elena

couple

February 21, 2025

9

Relaxing retreat by the beach

The hotel is right by the most amazing beach, the staff is extremely friendly and the whole place is just really relaxing. If you get a room in the main villa you have a pool there as well, which was basically our private pool, empty and just for us all day. The evening entertainment at the restaurant is also really great, with super talented musicians! Thank you for an amazing stay!!

R

Roy

solo_traveller

February 19, 2025

9

Great time

Breakfast and food was good great location, life music every night, staff great

E

Eleni

couple

February 19, 2025

10

Right by the beach in a tropical garden, very friendly and helpful staff.

A

ambra

couple

February 11, 2025

10

Bello

Right on the beach Swimming pool and sunbed. Good restaurant good food and happy place where every evening they organized something like karaoke , happy hour etc.

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Ezgi

couple

February 2, 2025

2

A disappointing experience for the price they charge

The staff is nice and helpful. Especially Jovin from the bar helped us a lot. The tour organizer Mr. Shokran is very friendly and helpful. The food was nice but expensive compared to other hotels and restaurants in Zanzibar.

H

Hanne

couple

February 2, 2025

7

I liked the friendly staff who were always smiling and welcoming you. And we also the view over the beach from the pool. The breakfast were also good with a lot of varieties and fresh fruits.

E

Eirini Zarenda

extended_group

January 29, 2025

9

Nothing would be the same if Aisha wasn’t there. For the hole stay we had problems with the AC and couldn’t sleep at ni

The location

Facilities

Activities

Fishing, Massage, Karaoke, Hiking, Diving, Snorkelling, Private beach area, Nightclub/DJ, Water sport facilities on site, Beachfront, Evening entertainment, Spa/wellness packages, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Badminton equipment, Beach, Game drives, Temporary art galleries, Pub crawls, Walking tours, Bike tours, Themed dinner nights, Happy hour, Tour or class about local culture, Cooking class, Live music/performance

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

Food & Drink

Wine/champagne, Fruits, Coffee house on site, Snack bar, Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast options

Food & drink safety

Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas

General

Bicycle parking, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Safety deposit box, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area

Internet

WiFi, Internet services, Free WiFi

Outdoors

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

Parking

Parking on site, Private parking, Parking, Free parking

Physical distancing

Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed

Pool and wellness

Swimming Pool, Pool with view, Plunge pool, Pool/beach towels, Pool bar, Shallow end, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas, Swimming pool

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

24-hour security, Key access, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available

Services

Shuttle service, Daily housekeeping, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Ironing service, Express check-in/check-out, Currency exchange, Room service, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Luggage storage, Packed lunches, Car hire, Tour desk

Transport

Public transport tickets, Airport pick up, Airport drop off

Double Room with Terrace

These bungalows are equipped with a fan and and mosquito net, draped around the bed.

Max 2 guests 20 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Double Room with Terrace

These bungalows are equipped with a fan and and mosquito net, draped around the bed.

Max 2 guests 30 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Small Double Room

This air-conditioned double room features a desk, a balcony, sea views and a private bathroom. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 20 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Quadruple Room with Balcony

The spacious quadruple room provides air conditioning, a seating area, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 4 beds.

Max 4 guests 48 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 13:00 to 00:00
Check-outFrom 10:00 until 10:30
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 note that the property accepts payment in USD, EUR and TSH.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.
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 11:32 PM

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The Seles Boutique Hotel - 0 Star Hotel in Matemwe