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$300Geo Zanzibar Resort Jambiani 1 Jambiani, Hiari, Tanzania
386 reviews
1/58
Restaurant
Beachfront
Private beach area
Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Beach
Welcome to Marea Boutique Hotel, your dreamy escape nestled on the pristine shores of Jambiani, Tanzania! Just a short 1.3mi from the bustling city center, this resort serves as the perfect haven for travelers seeking fun, relaxation, and adventure. Starting at an unbeatable price that won’t break the bank, get ready to soak in luxury with breathtaking beach views that will leave you yearning for more!
Imagine waking up to a scrumptious breakfast, followed by a lazy day spent on your private beach area or by the sparkling outdoor swimming pool—all for free! With 386 enthusiastic reviews, guests rave about the beach chairs and loungers that come ready for you to soak in the sun. Looking for excitement? Dive into the azure waters with snorkeling, or explore the coastline with thrilling water sports options available on-site (extra charges apply). The resort also features a delightful restaurant, cozy bar, and even offers tour desk services to kick-start your adventure around this tropical paradise.
Your stay will be made even more memorable with amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi, private parking, and relaxing spa treatments (at an additional cost). Each room boasts air conditioning, a private entrance, and a balcony with stunning garden views perfect for mornings with coffee or romantic evenings. Whether you seek a peaceful retreat or an action-packed getaway, Marea Boutique Hotel is your gateway to a fantastic Tanzanian beach experience—book your adventure today at Geo Zanzibar Resort Jambiani 1, Jambiani!
After a day filled with sun and surf, treat yourself to an unforgettable dining experience at the Marea Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria. Delight in a culinary journey that combines traditional Italian flavors with the fresh, local bounty of the sea. Indulge in mouthwatering pizzas made from scratch, or savor a succulent seafood dish while surrounded by a family-friendly atmosphere that feels like a warm Italian trattoria. Settle in for the evening with a glass of fine wine as the sunsets paint the sky in breathtaking hues—this is where memories are made!
When the sun dips below the horizon, the fun doesn’t have to stop! Head over to the cozy hotel bar, where you can unwind with your favorite cocktail, a refreshing beer, or a glass of wine sourced from vineyards worldwide. Gather with fellow travelers and share stories of your adventures while soaking in the vibrant atmosphere. Whether you’re looking to celebrate a special occasion or just relax after a day of exploration, the bar at Marea Boutique Hotel is the perfect spot to kick back and bask in tropical tranquility.
And let’s not forget about the adult-only outdoor pool, a slice of serenity that promises relaxation to those looking for a kid-free oasis. With loungers waiting just for you, it’s the ideal setting to sip on a tropical drink and escape from the everyday hustle. Picture yourself basking in the sun, listening to the gentle waves, and glancing out to the sparkling ocean view that stretches endlessly in front of you. At Marea Boutique Hotel, every moment feels like a celebration, and your dream escape is just a reservation away!
Closest airports
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport
22.4miJulius Nyerere International Airport
46.3miRestaurant
Beachfront
Private beach area
Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Beach
Air conditioning
Bar
Tour desk
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Terrace
Non-smoking rooms
Beach umbrellas
Beach chairs/Loungers
Garden view
Patio
Garden
Balcony
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Featured reviews:
Jesko
8.2
August 2023
Even though the place was at capacity, the atmosphere was very relaxed and private. No guests seemed to bother any other ones at the slightest. The pictures aren't overly artificial; rather, depict the property well. The pool was clean. The room was clean. The beds were comfortable. The staff were very friendly. We had the anchovy pizza and it was extremely good. (So good that the surcharge to have it with cheese was quickly forgotten. But maybe this is my ignorance. Maybe it is supposed to be without cheese.)
Our room wasn't ready until about 5pm due to an extraordinary circumstance (as in, this will likely not happen to you) which didn't bother us much. We thought two drinks on the house whilst we wait would be a fair resolution. But the request wasn't understood; that language of customer service not spoken by the receptionist. We tried the Mojito and it wasn't good. (Rum and coke and gin and tonic were very much on point, though. So was the juice.) Real nice breakfast setup with tasty options. However, they use the tiny plastic butter/jelly containers which they could probably improve away from (speaking from a sustainability/minimize (plastic) waste perspective). Be prepared for roughly 10usd additional charge per night in taxes and fees.
Riham
9.1
June 2024
My friend and I stayed at this hotel for 6 nights, and it was absolutely remarkable. Despite the initial rain, which made things quite gloomy, the staff's smiles quickly overcame that. Their enthusiasm and happiness were contagious. The housecleaner was astonishing, cleaning the room every day and leaving delightful towel swans and decorative flowers. I loved the breakfast, with a special shoutout to the host who greeted us with a huge smile and great admiration. She made our mornings amazing. We had lunch a few times, and I must say, the pizza was the best I’ve ever had. As for the location, Jambiani Beach is beautiful with plenty of lounge spaces. It’s a bit of a drive from Paje, but it was worth it. The hotel made us feel very comfortable, always checking on us and making us feel at home. The energy of the staff was incredible. Thanks to the receptionist who kindly arranged both our early check-in and late check-out. This hotel is certainly great value for money, and I recommend it to anyone wanting to stay in Jambiani.
Few insects in the room
Antovonk
9.1
May 2023
The location is great, right by the beach. The food is REAL ITALIAN FOOD! I was so delighted to find this out. They have a cute dog as well. I loved being able to sit down in the terrace and see the sunset right there. Breakfast was yummy.
There was a weird smell in the rooms when we got there. There should be better a curtain in the bathroom window since someone from the outside could see you while you shower if they really wanted. A bit overpriced compared to other properties in the island, but still nice.
Kerli
10
September 2022
Great beachfront location - quiet and cozy to chill and relax. beautiful beach, friendly staff, delicious food (authentic Italian cuisine). World-class wifi (best we’ve experienced in Tanzania). Really good value for money!
Everything was great - keep up the good job Geo Zanzibar Resort team!
Havisha
10
September 2024
It was such an incredible experience staying just a few steps away from the beach. When browsing places to stay, I didn't see anything else like it within the same price range. The staff were so warm and friendly (I'm not sure why some reviews say otherwise. Perhaps it's just a language barrier?) The hotel and staff were very accommodating in terms of our vegetarian diet and packing our meals for our late check-in and early check-out (We booked half-board). We received bottled water in our room everyday. The rooms were cleaned thoroughly daily. It's true that the hotel is in a quieter location but we really appreciated how peaceful it was there, especially considering the fact that we visited the island during the peak season. We were also pleasantly surprised that there is a small spa on the property and tours could be booked through the hotel or at the diving centre just next door. Everything was very convenient for us. Overall, the stay exceeded our expectations and we were sad to leave.
No complaints, but some suggestions would be to add a soap holder to the shower, a drying rack for swimwear and to include some more vegan/vegetarian options on the half-board menu. Note that there are sometimes water and power disruptions which, if I'm not mistaken, is a problem for the whole island, but I think the hotel has a back-up power supply so the power would kick back in within a few seconds. We were never really inconvenienced by it.
Jonathan
9.1
July 2023
The rooms opened up directly onto the sandy beach, beautiful views of the sea. The staff were very friendly and helped organise the activities for the weekend. The food at the restaurant was excellent.
The rooms were a little basic, the ensuite was a shower/toilet wet room, which could do with updating.
Sunniva
10
May 2024
I really enjoyed that the hotel had a great location and was located on the beach. Overall, it was very beautiful. The Italian restaurant has amazing food. The pizza is absolutely delicious. In addition, the breakfast at the hotel was also amazing. There were plenty of options, and it was included in the stay. It was truly a great way to start the day! I was also extremely pleased with the hotel staff. They are very friendly and accommodating, and not to mention, very helpful. All in all, I am very satisfied.
Overall, I am very satisfied with the hotel. The only thing is that the hotel rooms were not the most fancy; they could use a bit of renovation.
Ada
10
February 2024
The location it great 10/10 ⭐️ the Italian restaurant of course is excellent, but the most important thing were the people that work there. Super nice, all the team! Mary from reception, Hadija the girl who gives the massage and the guys at the restaurant: Loveness, Zainath, Mussa, Liissa the Bartender and all the Kitchen staff ❤️ They make you feel at home, always happy and smiling 🙂 For us was the first time in Zanzibar and for sure we will coming back to Geo Paje it’s 7 min away so if you want a little action you can drive there and come back to the peaceful Geo!
We like EVERYTHING 🌞
Klaidas
8.2
July 2024
Friendly staff. Owners always around, so you could talk to them. Probably the best food we ate at this restaurant during our stay comparing to all around the island. Location directly at the beach. Quiet place. Clean rooms. AC working in the room.
Nothing to do much around (but it might be perfect who want's just lay down on the beach and do nothing). Rooms could be renovated.
Charis
9.1
December 2023
Quiet beach, amazingly friendly staff. Perfect for a relaxed couple vacation. Also nice pool to enjoy while low tide. Walking to Paje about an hour, to Jambiani like 30-45 min. Location for me was just perfect and exactly what I wished for.
Unfortunately they didn’t provide a mini fridge in the room so you couldn’t cool private food/drinks even though the bar/restaurant and the ones around close quite early. Not a lot of storing space, but not a problem if you don’t mind living out of your suitcase for a few days. Breakfast bread was a bit dry and sweet most of the time and unfortunately there was no real coffee only instant.
Attractions
Jozani-Chwaka Bay National Park
13.4miMwanakwerekwe Market
23.3miDarajani Market (Marikiti Kuu)
25.7miStone Town
25.9miHouse of Wonders (Beit-al-Ajaib)
26miOld Fort (Ngome Kongwe)
26miAttractions
Jozani-Chwaka Bay National Park
13.4miMwanakwerekwe Market
23.3miDarajani Market (Marikiti Kuu)
25.7miStone Town
25.9miHouse of Wonders (Beit-al-Ajaib)
26miOld Fort (Ngome Kongwe)
26miAirports
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport
22.4miJulius Nyerere International Airport
46.3miMarea Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria
Cuisines
Ambiances
Location
Features
Age restrictions
Availability
Restaurant
Beachfront
Private beach area
Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Beach
Air conditioning
Bar
Tour desk
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Terrace
Non-smoking rooms
Beach umbrellas
Beach chairs/Loungers
Garden view
Patio
Garden
Balcony
Accessibility
Entire unit located on ground floor
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Activities
Beach
Bicycle rental
Bike tours
Diving
Fishing
Happy hour
Hiking
Live sports events (broadcast)
Snorkeling
Themed dinners
Walking tours
Water sports facilities on site
Windsurfing
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Ironing service
Laundry
Suit press
Common Areas
Shared lounge/TV area
Food & Drink
Bar
Breakfast in the room
Coffee house on site
Fruit
Kids' meals
Packed lunches
Restaurant
Snack bar
Special diet meals (on request)
Wine/Champagne
Food & drink safety
Breakfast to-go containers
Delivered food covered securely
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Front Desk Services
Currency exchange
Lockers
Tour desk
General
Air conditioning
Designated smoking area
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Private entrance
Room service
Tile/Marble floor
Internet
Free wifi
Outdoors
Balcony
Beachfront
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Private beach area
Terrace
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Room Amenities
Clothes rack
Fan
Socket near the bed
Safety & security
24-hour security
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Safety features
Access to healthcare professionals
First aid kits available
Spa
Back massage
Beach chairs/Loungers
Beach umbrellas
Beauty services
Body scrub
Body treatments
Facial treatments
Foot massage
Full-body massage
Hand massage
Head massage
Manicure
Massage
Neck massage
Outdoor swimming pool
Pedicure
Spa
Spa facilities
Transportation
Airport drop-off
Airport pickup
Airport shuttle
Car rental
Shuttle service
View
Garden view
Inner courtyard view
Pool view
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Until 10:30
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Come and go whenever you want
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 4 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
3+ years
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No capacity for extra beds.
Cash
American Express,
Diners Club,
Visa,
Mastercard,
Maestro,
UnionPay
This property does not accept cash.
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