Matemwe Retreat

From: €3,099

Matemwe Retreat has a fantastic position on the island of Zanzibar, set on a sandy beach overlooking Mnemba Atoll. Each of the three private villas have their own secluded stretch of beach, and all boast rooftop terraces with plunge pool, cocktail bars and oversized tubs with sea views. Everything is furnished in a local style and using local materials whenever possible. The staff mostly come from the local area as well, and you will find the standards of service and attention to detail outstanding.

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Departs Board Room Airport Airline Price Price
7nts 14nts
20Aug11-31Oct11 Full Board Bungalow Dublin KLM €3,559 €5,339
01Nov11-19Dec11 Full Board Bungalow Dublin KLM €3,099 €4,389
20Dec11-31Dec11 Full Board Bungalow Dublin KLM €3,779 €5,339
01Jan12-06Jan12 Full Board Bungalow Dublin KLM €3,779 €5,579
07Jan12-31Mar12 Full Board Bungalow Dublin KLM €3,779 €5,579
01Jun12-30Jun12 Full Board Bungalow Dublin KLM €3,279 €4,589
01Jul12-13Jul12 Full Board Bungalow Dublin KLM €3,879 €5,579
14Jul12-18Augl12 Full Board Bungalow Dublin KLM €3,879 €5,579
19Aug12-31Aug12 Full Board Bungalow Dublin KLM €3,779 €5,579
01Sep12-31Oct12 Full Board Bungalow Dublin KLM €3,779 €5,579
Rates Includes: Fullboard Accommodation, all drinks (except cellar wines, premium brand champagne and spirits), laundry, snorkeling, kayaking, guided reef & village walks and return airport transfers
For other dates or durations, please call for your tailor made quote.

Rooms & Accommodation

  • Metemwe’s three air-conditioned private villas each have their own stretch of private beach next to them
  • Other features include rooftop terraces with plunge pools, oversized tubs overlooking the ocean and private cocktail bars

Hotel Activities

  • Kayaking
  • Snorkelling
  • Sail or motor to Mnemba Atoll
  • Scuba diving
  • Massages and beauty treatments on your roof terrace

What to do

  • Visit the local village and learn about Matemwe’s involvement in community projects
  • See historic Stone Town
  • Take a Spice Tour
  • Day trips to Jozani Forest or Prison Island

Pool and Beach

  • Private plunge pool
  • Set along a white sand beach

Dining at the Matemwe Retreat

  • Enjoy breakfast on your private verandah
  • The manager or chef will ask you each day what you would like for lunch and dinner, which you can take on your roof terrace, garden or at the main lodge
  • Drinks are served in the main lodge or on the beach

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