Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique - Matemwe (Zanzibar)

4-star beachfront boutique hotel with a full-service spa and personalized wellness focus in Matemwe

Spa & Wellness

Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique operates two outdoor swimming pools, one with a view, and a full-service fitness center. The spa offers specialized body scrubs, waxing services, and a range of massages including couples, foot, and neck massage. Guests also have access to a spa lounge and relaxation area with sun loungers and umbrellas.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves brunch, lunch, dinner, high tea, and cocktails from an outdoor dining area with sea views. A complimentary breakfast is available daily, offering both buffet and continental options, and guests can order breakfast in their room. The coffee house on site and room service provide additional dining flexibility throughout the day.

Activities & Recreation

The hotel offers bicycle rentals for guests to explore the surrounding area, and organizes bike tours and walking tours. Game drives and tours about local culture can be booked through the tour desk. Guests can also join guided snorkeling trips or enjoy the beachfront directly from the property.

Rooms & Accommodations

Air-conditioned guest rooms come with private bathrooms and offer either garden or sea views from private balconies or terraces. Interconnected rooms are available for families, and daily housekeeping includes turndown service with mosquito repellent. The furniture in some rooms uses reclaimed boat wood, adding a distinct local character.

Location & Practical Info

Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique sits directly on Matemwe Beach, a wide stretch of white sand suitable for walks at low tide. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 28 miles away, and the hotel provides a paid airport shuttle service. Nearby attractions include Kichwele Forest Reserve and Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park.

• Beachfront: Direct access to Matemwe Beach with sun loungers and umbrellas
• Spa: Body scrubs, waxing, and couples massage
• Pools: Two outdoor pools, one with a view
• Dining: Outdoor dining area, complimentary breakfast, coffee house on site
• Activities: Bike rentals, guided snorkeling, walking tours
• Rooms: Air-conditioned, private bathrooms, sea- or garden-view balconies