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Mangrove Lodge

Zanzibar · Tanzania

Chuini Village On Mawimbini BeachView location

9.0/10Excellent31 Reviews
Cleanliness9.2/109.2
Service9.4/109.4
Comfort9.6/109.6
Condition9.0/109.0
Amenities9.0/109.0
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About Mangrove Lodge

With a stay at Mangrove Lodge in Bububu, you'll be 3. 5 mi (5. 7 km) from Cheetah's Rock and 4. 7 mi (7. 6 km) from Masingini Forest. This beach lodge is 4. 9 mi (7. 9 km) from Kidichi Spice Farm and 8. 6 mi (13.

9 km) from Prison Island. Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this lodge include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area.

Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a library. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is complimentary (available 24 hours). Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the lodge's room service (during limited hours).

Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the beach bar. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 11:00 AM.

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Make yourself at home in one of the 10 individually decorated guestrooms. Rooms have private balconies. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include ceiling fans, housekeeping is provided daily, and cribs/infant beds (complimentary) can be requested.

Located in Bububu, Mangrove Lodge is by the ocean, within a 10-minute drive of Kidichi Spice Farm and Masingini Forest. This beach hotel is 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from House of Wonders and 8.9 mi (14.4 km) from Forodhani Gardens.

Make yourself at home in one of the 10 individually decorated guestrooms. Rooms have private balconies. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include electric kettles and free tea bags/instant coffee, and housekeeping is provided daily. Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a library.

A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is complimentary (available 24 hours).

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Spa
Entertainment
Beach services
Smoking areas
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 10:00 AM

Hotel policies

On bay No elevators By ocean Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
    • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Optional fees
    • Airport shuttle fee: USD 35 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
    • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 35 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)
    • Late check-out fee: USD 40 (subject to availability)
    • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night
    • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Swahili

    English

    Italian

Nearby attractions

Siso Spice Farm 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Masingini Forest 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Kidichi Spice Farm 4.6 km / 2.9 mi
Sea Cliff Golf Course 9.6 km / 6 mi
Livingstone's House 12.6 km / 7.8 mi
Kariakoo Amusement Park 13.5 km / 8.4 mi
Michenzani Mall 13.7 km / 8.5 mi
Amaan Stadium 13.8 km / 8.6 mi
Darajani Market 13.9 km / 8.6 mi
Zanzibar Ferry Terminal 13.9 km / 8.6 mi
Shakti Temple 14 km / 8.7 mi
Malindi Mosque 14 km / 8.7 mi
Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum) 14.1 km / 8.8 mi
Christ Church Cathedral 14.3 km / 8.9 mi
House of Wonders 14.3 km / 8.9 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 10
  • lodge
  • Car park
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Secure parking
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Laundry service
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Concierge
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  • Luggage room
  • Grill/BBQ
  • Library
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Meeting room
  • Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
  • Sun loungers
  • Breakfast
  • Picnic
Upon availability

Room types

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  • Double or Twin COMFORTDouble or Twin • COMFORTDBT.OM

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    Mangrove Lodge

    Double or Twin COMFORT

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    COMFORT

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.OM

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • FAMILY ROOM GARDEN VIEW ONE BEDROOMFAMILY ROOM • GARDEN VIEW ONE BEDROOMFAM.B1-GV

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    Mangrove Lodge

    FAMILY ROOM GARDEN VIEW ONE BEDROOM

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
    View / characteristic
    GARDEN VIEW ONE BEDROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.B1-GV

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Double or Twin GARDEN VIEW ONE BEDROOMDouble or Twin • GARDEN VIEW ONE BEDROOMDBT.B1-GV

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    Mangrove Lodge

    Double or Twin GARDEN VIEW ONE BEDROOM

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    GARDEN VIEW ONE BEDROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.B1-GV

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Mangrove Lodge

9.0
Excellent
31 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.2 /10
Service
9.4 /10
Comfort
9.6 /10
Condition
9.0 /10
Amenities
9.0 /10
19 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
23 Jul 2026
Michele
We really enjoyed our family stay at the Mangrove Lodge. The staff as wonderful. The arrangements were very well planned out for the tours. It was a really good experience.
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jul 2026
Diane
An amazing experience. Road going in very rough. But once you were there it was great. Body scrub and massage was very relaxing.
Friends
4/10
Poor
05 Oct 2025
Christina
Please make sure you read fine prints with lodge. I was told one thing from staff about airport transportation then another via fine prints. Luckily I had a hired driver to accommodate to follow through with consistent services provided
10/10
Exceptional
06 Aug 2024
Kelly

Gorgeous place!

Top notch, wonderful experience! Grounds are gorgeous and creative! Everyone there is helpful and friendly. Loved the room and the fact it had an outdoor shower! Food was delish and fresh. I could go on and on! My only complaint is that we couldn't stay longer!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Dec 2023
Carlene
Beautiful oasis of calm and relaxation!
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
04 Nov 2023
Jennifer Gay
The Lodge is wonderful in its own way. Not a beach resort, but a mangrove garden. Many fantastic flowers and great accommodations. The central reception/bar/restaurant was very fun and beautiful. The owner is friendly and full of great suggestions for activities. However the drive to the place was full of huge potholes whichb were often full of rainwater. I was honestly scared to get out of the taxi, when we arrived in the dark and there was not a well-lit or well- managed welcome area.
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2023
Verified traveler

Secluded getaway :)

Very peaceful. Beautiful gardens and sunset from the beach bar area. Nice and spacious bungalows. Good food. Great hosts. Family run business in the middle of nature. Very good for relaxing. Nice chill area. Free and tasty tea and coffee throughout the day at the restaurant. Only downside were the many mosquitoes.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
14 Oct 2022
Jill
Everyone was very friendly. Very clean property. Only had an issue one day with the shower, no cold water.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
19 May 2022
Syd

Unforgetable

Marina and Hajie are a pleasure to know. All the staff were most accommodating. This place is a little bit special, memorable, facinating and we are frequent travellers. Only problem for us was the condition of the appraoch road (not the lodges problem)which is diabolical in places. To be fair our driver did his best but my wife suffered a sudden drop in a deep pothole. Would seriously not recommend to any one with back or neck problems. This place is under renovation so can only get better but already a true gem.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jul 2026
Steve
Wir wurden toll empfangen, kaltes Erfrischungsgetränk und Espresso auf meinen Wunsch. Das Zimmer wurde täglich gereinigt und jede Frage wurde zufriedenstellend beantwortet. Für das Essen muss man etwas Zeit mitbringen aber wenn man es weiß, bestellt man einfach eine Stunde früher. Danke für alles 🙏
8/10
Excellent
18 Jul 2026
brian
Udmærket hotel, dog nok mest på grund af beliggenhed en rimelig tæt på lufthavnen
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2026
Marcus
Very friendly staff. This is perfect if you want to relax from the city sound and all impressions. Located 45 min from Stone Town. Very green, almost as you located in a forest. Bush babies you can frequently see early mornings and evenings. Outside shower for each house. Good breakfast, even better dinner, good value for money.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jun 2026
Valerie
Un spot extraordinaire, difficile d’accès mais la surprise est à un niveau d’excellence. Un écrin de verdure luxuriant face à l’océan Indien ou l’on se sent serein. Non loin de Stone Stone mais calme et reposant. Le personnel accueillant, aimable, souriant, qui vous dorlote et se mettent en 4 pour vous satisfaire. Merci à Haji pour ses précieux conseils sur les plantes et leurs bienfaits.
Merci à toute l’équipe qui s’est démenée pour me trouver un chargeur ( oublié à Stone Tone) , merci à la cuisine pour cette belle belle carte, merci à tous pour offrir l’excellence et la beauté des jardins. Les Lodge sont impeccable et pleines de petites attentions pour les clients. J’espère n’oublier personne. Vraiment merci à tous et félicitations pour votre professionnalisme.
Bien sûr, je recommande ++++, vous pouvez y aller les yeux fermés et découvrir ce joyau..
Valérie.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 Apr 2026
Rodrigue
Wonderful place !
8/10
Excellent
02 Oct 2022
Hella
Super service, décor impressionnant en pleine Mangrove. Un peu trop de moustiques et bien éloigné de la route principale mais le personnel et le restaurant sont excellents

Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Apr 2022
Jaroslaw

Polecam

Super, kameralne miejsce w zacisznej lokalizacji, idealne dla wszystkich lubiących świetną kuchnię, niekomercyjne miejsca z duszą i wypoczynek bez otoczenia tłumu turystów..
Polecam!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
17 Nov 2021
Marie Anne
goede, rustige locatie, verscholen in het groen.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Feb 2021
Verified traveler
Very relaxing human size eco responsable resort with very spacious rooms, common areas. Would return eyes closed.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2019
Verified traveler
Perfekt für alle, die nicht nur das Strandleben geniessen wollen. Sehr authentisch, Personal sehr zuvorkommend und hilfsbereit.
Leisure Self

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Mangrove Lodge
Chuini Village On Mawimbini Beach, Bububu, Tanzania

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