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Upendo Beach Boutique Hotel

★★★★·8.6/ 10Recommended
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📍Michamvi Rd, Michamvi, zanzibar · Michamvi ↗
📞+255777 770 667
Proposal/romance packages availableBoat tours nearbyFree breakfastFull-service spaFree WiFiConcierge serviceAll 35 facilities +
Review
Property information · Hotelbeds

Located in Michamvi, Upendo Beach is by the ocean, a 4-minute drive from Dongwe Beach and 13 minutes from Bwejuu Beach. This 4-star hotel is 7. 2 mi (11. 5 km) from Paje Beach and 9. 8 mi (15. 8 km) from Jambiani Beach. Treat yourself with massages and facials. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and babysitting/childcare (surcharge). Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM. Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 6 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring private pools. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include separate sitting areas and a turndown service, and housekeeping is provided daily.

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Guest scores & sentiment

From 165 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-18

Guests consistently praise the stunning ocean views, beautifully designed private villas, comfortable rooms, and highly attentive, personalized service. The romantic, relaxed atmosphere and generally excellent dining stand out. Main drawbacks include thin walls and limited privacy in some wooden-structure rooms, challenging beach swimming at low tide due to sea urchins, and occasional restaurant billing or service inconsistencies.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Location10.0
Facilities9.2
Cleanliness9.2
Surroundings9.2
Service9.0
Value9.0
＋ PraisedPrivate villas with rooftop pools · Attentive butler service · High-quality food and drinks · Stunning ocean views and location
－ ComplaintsPoor soundproofing in some rooms · Lack of window privacy · Rocky beach unsuitable for swimming · Management attitude/service organization

KEYIdeal for couples seeking a romantic retreat. Book a pool villa for better privacy, check tide conditions before swimming, and confirm room structure if sensitive to noise.

FAQ · grounded in hotel data & reviews

locationHow is the hotel's location and view?＋
Location scores a perfect 10 with stunning ocean views facing The Rock. Note that some areas may have construction noise or repetitive background music.
coupleIs this hotel suitable for couples or honeymoons?＋
Highly recommended. 67 couple travelers praised the private villas, rooftop pools, and butler service. Romance packages are available.
diningWhat about breakfast and dining?＋
Free continental breakfast is provided. Dining quality is high, but some guests reported slow service, food temperature issues, or billing errors.
roomHow are the room facilities and soundproofing?＋
Rooms are spacious with minibars and espresso makers. However, soundproofing in some wooden-structure rooms is poor, affecting privacy.
facilityIs beach swimming convenient? Any precautions?＋
Swimming is difficult at low tide due to sea urchins and reefs. Beach loungers and towels are provided; snorkeling and boat tours are available nearby.
serviceWhat is the level of service?＋
Service scores 9.0, with guests praising the attentive butler service and multilingual staff. Some noted occasional slow response times.
Guest reports describe individual stays. Confirm important facilities, benefits and arrival arrangements with the hotel.
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