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Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK

4.0 star property

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Interior entrance
Bar (on property)
View from room
Porch

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
$222
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12

Explore the area

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Chuini Ruins, Bububu
  • Place, Masingini Forest
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Siso Spice Farm
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Kidichi Spice Farm
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

  • 1453 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 King Beds OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Bungalow

  • 645 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Bungalow, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 376 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Suite, Oceanfront

  • 376 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Bungalow, Ocean View (Single Use)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 376 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Bungalow (Single)

  • 334 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Suite, Ocean View (Single)

  • 376 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (Single)

  • 1453 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, Garden View

  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, Garden View

  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK

4-star Bububu lodge with 2 outdoor pools
2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and a restaurant are available at this lodge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a poolside bar, and a snack bar/deli are onsite.
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with bathrobes and hair dryers. Rooms open to patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Business-friendly amenities include desks and laptop-compatible safes. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site.

Children under 6 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Sultans Spa has 2 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. The spa is equipped with a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. Children under 8 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK features 2 outdoor swimming pools. Dining options at the lodge include a restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, and a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the lodge's bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This business-friendly lodge also offers spa services, a library, and a terrace. For a surcharge, an airport shuttle at scheduled times is offered to guests. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK has designated areas for smoking.

Onsite venue - This beachfront restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Happy hour is offered.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM at scheduled times
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Boat tours
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Snorkeling

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 18 buildings
  • Built in 2005
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 94
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per child: USD 48 (from 4 to 9 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 94
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 48 (from 4 to 9 years old)
  • Resort fee: USD 4 per person, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 27 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)

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

You need to know

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 6 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Children under 8 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Hakuna Matata Beach
Hakuna Matata Beach Bububu
Hakuna Matata Beach Lodge
Hakuna Matata Beach Lodge Bububu
Matata Beach
Hakuna Matata Beach Hotel Bububu
Hakuna Matata Beach Lodge & Spa Zanzibar/Bububu
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge Bububu
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Bububu
Chuini Zanzibar Beach
Hakuna Matata Beach Lodge Spa
Chuini Zanzibar Lodge
Chuini Zanzibar By Newmark
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK Lodge
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK Bububu
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK Lodge Bububu

Reviews

Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 140 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rahmavivian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Mixed experience

Leaking air conditioning unit with a flood of liquid on the floor affecting clothes and shoes. Some amazing staff but had a sense there was a lack of direction. Very expensive food and drinks. Very poor knowledge of food allergies despite emailing weeks in advance and speaking with staff at check in.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Bruck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The lodge is good with a nice view to the ocean and the staff are great. We did not enjoy the lodge food and it's expensive for the quality we tasted. There aren't any nearby dinning places near the lodge and not is the place convenient for transportation to go to other places
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damilola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Emeka

Disliked: Amenities
Quaint location. You may have to contend with load (power) sharing. No TVs (fine with me). Good location for solo travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sherree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The environment was very welcoming and everyday i saw how hard everyone on the staff worked in unison to provide me comfort and convenience. Elisha and Zebron i dealt with daily and they made sure everything was in order and that i enjoyed myself. The cooks serce some of the best food i have tasted it was so i tried food i have never tried. The property was secure and i had no worries of unfavorable events occuring. First place i have stayed wjere housekeeping comes in person at least 3 times a day to ensure the room is in order or to check if anything is needed. I didn’t just meet people that work at a lodge there, no i made friends and i will be visiting again. Asante sana to the entire staff and managers
Stayed 17 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

HARRISON

Liked: Amenities
A wonderful gem in Zanzibar. I can’t recommend this place enough, beautiful, tranquil, delicious food and clean comfortable bedrooms. It was the perfect few days I needed. The hotel is also very helpful in organising excursions, spa treatments etc . Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Adam Matthew

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rouja

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A unique location and superb staff and restaurant! Loved it and will go back! Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Zanzibar Gem: Chuini Beach Lodge

Our stay at Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge was nothing short of exceptional. The staff, led by the incredibly helpful and friendly General Manager, Cameron, went above and beyond to ensure our comfort and satisfaction. The two ladies behind the bar, whose names unfortunately escape me, provided impeccable service with warm smiles and attentive care. The food was simply divine, thanks to the talented chefs in the kitchen. We particularly enjoyed the delicious breakfasts, which featured a wide variety of fresh fruits, pastries, and cooked-to-order dishes. The hotel’s beautiful setting was a major highlight of our stay. The main pool, with its stunning views of the local beach and fishermen, was the perfect place to relax and unwind. The ruins of Chuini, located within the hotel grounds, added a touch of history and intrigue. We were also impressed by the cleanliness and well-maintained condition of our room and the hotel facilities. Overall, our experience at Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge was unforgettable. We highly recommend this exceptional hotel to anyone seeking a luxurious and relaxing vacation in Zanzibar.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property, just down the coast from Stone Town (you can see the capital from the terrace). Opted for a sea view lodge and ended up in a beautiful, self contained cottage on a private beach. Staff are attentive and very helpful. Room was clean and spacious. All in all I would have no issue with recommending a stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular property! The customer service was outstanding and so were the views. They even packed me lunch for free to take on the plane when I was checking out. What a great experience I had!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly Mukiri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in this hotel for three days and experience was great.The staff were so helpful and welcoming especially kassim big up to him.The rooms very clean and airly.I will visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great facility
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very attentive staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simangele Angel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff very friendly Access to the lodge is not great
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Small property as to number of rooms. Staff very helpful and personable. Food was good, sometimes slow other times within minutes of ordering. Lovely party for guest one evening with music and celebration of food and maybe for full moon. Not easy to ambulatory the step and walkway. They were uneven and nights the walkway not lite very well. On the ocean and a fishing area, some times isand petroleum and the burning smells...overall Avery pleasant stay would recommend and would love to visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mascelline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Pritha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff at Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge are the best thing about property. They are extremely friendly and really strive hard to provide excellent customer service. The surroundings are stunning and provides an amazing backdrop during sunset. We did suffer a few issues. On our first evening, there was no water in any of the villas for several hours. A day later, water from the toilet in our villa was leaking and flooded the cubicle. Kasim tried to resolve the problem the same evening but informed us that it would need to be fixed by a plumber the following morning. Kasim offered us a move into a different villa, which we declined since we were not keen to pack up so late in the evening. Hence he left us the keys of the adjoining villa so that we could use the bathroom there since the water supply had to be turned off in our villa to stop the leak. The lodge was offering 15 minute complimentary massages to all guests but due to the problems we suffered during our stay, Kasim arranged for the two of us to enjoy complimentary one hour massages each. We both opted for the deep tissue massages and this was amazing and very relaxing as it helped to soothe our aching muscles. We really enjoyed the food at Chuini, with the chef using an array of fresh produce to create a variety delicious dishes. We particularly enjoyed the tuna tartare with the mango and avocado salad as well as the wraps and fried rice. Esther was always a smiling presence in the dining area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024