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Featuring free bikes and a garden, Meremeta Lodge is situated in Utende, less than 15 minutes cycle from Mafia Island Diving. Free WiFi is offered.

The lodge offers a terrace.

Mafia Island Marine Park, the largest and oldest in Tanzania is 6km from Meremeta Lodge.. We had an incredible stay at this lodge, and a big part of that was thanks to the amazing owner. He is truly one of the kindest and most helpful hosts we’ve ever met. When the airline failed to deliver our bags, he personally took charge—calling every day, staying in touch with the airline, and doing everything he could to make sure we got our luggage back. We felt so supported and cared for. He also organized all of our activities, and they were fantastic: turtle hatching, a trip to the mange sandbank with a beach BBQ and snorkeling, a visit to the north of the island, Chole Island snorkling trips and whale shark watching. Everything was smooth, well-planned, and stress-free thanks to him. The lodge isn’t right on the beach, but the owner provides bikes for free, and with them it’s a quick and easy ride to the shore. The rooms are comfortable and air-conditioned! Dinner at the lodge is optional each day, and it’s a full three-course meal (starter, main, dessert) for just $15. The portions are generous and the food was consistently delicious. Overall, the atmosphere was welcoming, relaxed, and safe. We truly felt at home here and highly recommend this place to anyone visiting the area.

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9.3
Superb
61 reviews
Price from
US$75
per night

With Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve reachable in 6.8 km, Kitu Kiblu offers accommodation, a restaurant, a garden, a terrace and a bar.

Some units feature a seating area and/or a balcony.

The lodge offers a buffet or continental breakfast. Wonderful team and great facilities! Everyone was so incredibly welcoming, supportive and friendly during our stay, taking the time to visit with us during meals and helping to accommodate our relatively packed time on Mafia. We felt truly at home and only wish we had stayed longer to enjoy the grounds. Upon arrival we were promptly greeted by curious monkeys and saw several elephant shrews as a bonus to our stay. The whale shark excursions that they offer are best on the island (we tried one other operator as well), being not only efficiently run and catering to all demographics, but also very educational and responsibly run by a team that is clearly passionate and informed about the animals. Excellent adventure - thanks for making our time so special :)

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8.7
Fabulous
75 reviews
Price from
US$35
per night

With sea views, Kinasi Lodge is set in Utende and has a restaurant, a shared lounge, bar, garden, outdoor pool and terrace.

The lodge offers a barbecue. Kinasi Lodge also provides a business centre and free private parking. This is a very special place, the grounds are gorgeous, the staff is lovely, the room is beautiful and the food is excellent...Bravo!

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8.7
Fabulous
19 reviews
Price from
US$415.80
per night

Situated 5.7 km from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Mafia Fabu Lodge features accommodation with a garden, a terrace and room service for your convenience.

At the lodge you will find a restaurant serving African cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. The staff was Amazing, Robie and Mirami were great, so helpful in all manners,

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5.3
Review score
9 reviews
Price from
US$12
per night

Located in Baleni in the Mafia Island region, Kivulini provides accommodation with free private parking.

There is a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries in each unit, along with a hairdryer.

Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve is 6.4 km from the lodge. Mafia Island Airport is 11 km away.

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Price from
US$115.20
per night

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