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Marea Boutique Hotel

Property class: 2.5

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A beachside seating area with wooden chairs and tables, surrounded by palm trees and thatched umbrellas.
A beachside restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, thatched umbrellas, and hanging lanterns.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the beach.
An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and beach areas with thatched-roof structures and palm trees.
A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a view of the outside, and a wall-mounted mirror.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Jambiani-Zanzibar Road, Jambiani, Unguja South
  • Place, Jambiani Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Kuza Cave
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Kuza Cave
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, Sea View

A white building with arched doorways and a tiled patio area with plants and umbrellas.

Double Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a wooden cabinet, a mirror, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

Double Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a balcony with a view of the ocean, and a hanging light fixture.

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A neatly made bed with a swan-shaped towel and red flowers, a wooden nightstand, and a view of palm trees through a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Jambiani

Jambiani Beach is a short stroll from Marea Boutique Hotel, and other popular attractions like Paje Beach are within a few miles (5 km). This hotel has 15 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a private beach, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kuza Cave - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Paje Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Kuza Cave - 10 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mapacha - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shanga Paje - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Paje By Night - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Beach Boheme - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Flow Beach - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Marea Boutique Hotel

Guests staying at Marea Boutique Hotel enjoy access to a private beach, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for TZS 290000 per vehicle roundtrip. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, access to locker space, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a terrace and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers and free toiletries. Balconies or patios, private yards, and ceiling fans are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach and an outdoor pool.

Children under 14 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.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • "Sora Eugenia"

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Manicures/pedicures

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
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Airport shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 48 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: TZS 10519.60 per person, per night
  • Administrative fee: TZS 7000 per person, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: TZS 290000 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 5)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Geo Zanzibar Resort
Marea Boutique Hotel Hotel
Marea Boutique Hotel Jambiani
Marea Boutique Hotel Hotel Jambiani

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of Marea Boutique Hotel?

This hotel is located in Jambiani, a short 11-minute walk from Jambiani Beach and also 19 minutes on foot from Kuza Cave. You'll also find Paje Beach and Kite Centre Zanzibar within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Marea Boutique Hotel?

As of Nov 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marea Boutique Hotel on Nov 18, 2026 start from $100, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at Marea Boutique Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa at Marea Boutique Hotel?

Spa services at the hotel include mani/pedis.

Does Marea Boutique Hotel feature a casino?

No, Marea Boutique Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Marea Boutique Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Marea Boutique Hotel?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including a private beach, an ocean-view restaurant, and a beach bar.

Does Marea Boutique Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Marea Boutique Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Marea Boutique Hotel serves free full breakfasts at "Sora Eugenia" each morning.

Will Marea Boutique Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Marea Boutique Hotel.

Does Marea Boutique Hotel have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Marea Boutique Hotel?

The closest major airport to Marea Boutique Hotel is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), which is about 22.6 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Marea Boutique Hotel?

Yes, every guestroom at Marea Boutique Hotel comes with a balcony/patio and some offer ocean and garden views.

Marea Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 41 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a very Nice experience in this hôtel. The sand was beautiful and the beach as nearest as possible. We appréciate the Italian restaurant, Hôtel was clean and the staff very kind and Happy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic Italian food
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property right at the beach. Great restaurant. Amazing massage. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place

The environment was great. The housing conditions were beautiful and clean. Customer service were awesome. Is good place for vacation
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice

The staff were very good. Good food. Beach is better than further north. We enjoyed our week there.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property, its location by the sea its personel and owners. The restaurant with italian food. Service great, special mention Colin in the receprion, Joy in the restaurant and Leila who cleaned my room. Did not like the floors in the bathroom as very alippery when wet.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
not good,not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Geo Zanzibar Resort has very friendly staff all around. The hotel isn't a 5 star one ( nor does it claim to be). We were there for breakfast and dinner only since we were in excursions every single day of our stay. The restaurant is excellent!!! The A/C could not keep the room cold because of the unreliable power in Zanzibar. That was the only thing that I didn't like which there was nothing that could be done. They did provide a fan that helped a lot during the night. During the day it does get hot, but since we were not there (except for our last day), it didn't matter. They were very kind and allowed us for a late check out. The staff is treated very nicely by the owners. We had a nice stay overall.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic on-site restaurant with a wonderful breakfast which is included and an excellent dinner menu. The pizza is authentic Napolitana pizza! Scrumptious! Rooms are nice. Balcony looks out over the gorgeous beach. 2 beds in our room - one had a big dip in the middle and the other was perfect. Bathroom was nice and large. A/C worked. There were holes in the mosquito screen and gaps between the screen and the window so opening the window was not an option. Lovely pool so you could swim even when the tide was out. Limited beach chairs so need to get out early to claim your spot! Very close to the bar on the pier which I highly recommend for happy hour drinks! The Vietnamese restaurant next door is also excellent. A VERY long beach and easy walking as you turn right out of the hotel property. Excellent option for coffee and lunch just down the beach at the Coffee house. Great location, walking distance to so many wonderful other eating options although you don't really need to leave. Final excellent option is being able to book your airport transportation through the hotel! Would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Marea (formerly the Geo) is a gem

I did lots of research for my family's trip to Zanzibar because there did not seem to be a lot of accurate information online. I felt comfortable with my reservation at the Marea (fka Geo) and it turned out I was right. From the owners (who may be there to greet you) to the hospitality, and dining options were perfect for a middle class family from the West Coast. The room is basic but comfy enough. You can ask for extra pillows. The besds have sheets but no blankets. This encourages you not to blast AC all night long. Also: the beach. I heard mixed answers about the quality of the beach in Jambiani. Well, I can tell you the beach right in front of the hotel is perfect white sand. The water is not clear. There's some (not a lot for us) seasweed. Maybe it's not as good as Kendwa and Nungwi. But there were almost no beach boys. And the ones who were there accepted a no after the third time. My family had the beach all to ourselves each morning. That's never really happened to us before! Don't miss out on a walk to the village. The people are super nice. Bring something to MOVE Zanzibar to donate to the kids it benefits.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nous avons adoré notre séjour dans cette hôtel. Nous sommes triste de ne pas être resté plus longtemps. Nous avons hyper bien mangé. Je vous conseille cette hôtel à 100%.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness

Déçus …

Hôtel bien placé, restaurant italien excellent, accueil chaleureux du réceptionniste mais hôtel sans charme particulier et cher! Tout est fait pour vous inciter à dépenser des sommes astronomiques pour des services qui nous ont été facturés dans d autres établissements deux fois moins chers. (Excursions, service blanchisserie, suppléments au petit déjeuner) De plus l équipe du restaurant ne semble pas épanouie et l accueil y est désagréable. Il y a eu beaucoup de coupures d électricité durant la nuit et lorsque le groupe électrogène a pris le relais, nous avons été systématiquement réveillés. Bref le rapport qualité prix du Marea Boutique Hôtel est le plus décevant des 6 hôtels visités à Zanzibar.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Personnel aux petits soins et très agréable. Nourriture italienne très bonne. Plage paradisiaque et très calme. Transats super confortables. Service de sécurité omniprésent. Service de taxis. Très bon séjour.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Rapport qualité prix médiocre

Personnels très sympathique et très accueillant. Le point négatifs est plutôt du côté des propriétaires qui ne daigne même pas dire bonjour. Certainement un gros problème d'éducation. Au niveau du restaurant, le petit-déjeuner est très bien, quand aux repas cela s'arrête au pizza et pasta.... Heureusement qu'il y a d'autres restaurants moins chers ou l'ont peut manger local juste à côté.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A little bit of paradise

Ett familjeägt hotell med pool, 2 min till deras privata stens. Solstolar och parasoller och egen vakt. Bra restaurang med Italiensk mat och trevlig hjälpsam personal. Inget partyställe vilket passar oss utmärkt.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Vi blev väl mottagna vaden hjälpsamma personalenpå respiten, läget var fantastiskt vid stranden. Frukost och mat var av högsta klass
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cucina ottima e personale disponibilissimo. Il gestore ha sempre soddisfatto le nostre richieste. Le camere avrebbero bisogno di qualche manutenzione in piu.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Literally on the beach!

A great stay, right on the beach with wonderful friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ottima gestione e posizione. Staff perfetto (molti parlano italiano) e sempre attento alle nostre esigenze, ottimo ristorante con la miglior pizza mai mangiata all'estero ( la clientela dei resort vicini veniva spesso al ristorante proprio per questo motivo ). Ottimo rapporto qualita' / prezzo e decisamente una struttura che intendo segnalare positivamente per chi volesse soggiornare sulla spiaggia di Jambiani.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

New years holidays

We stayed in the hotel for 2 week during new years holidays. Main purpose was kiting but we got no luck with wind conditions, however the beach is good place for kite in the middle and high tide. Kite school around the corner.  Conditions in hotel is good for its price, A \ C, shower, breakfast and right on the beach. There were some power breaks out but there is generator and we barely notice them. Especially want to mention host - Suleiman. He literally do everything to make guests comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We hadden een goed en prettig verblijf bij GEO. We werden goed begrepen door het personeel. Alles is wel aanwezig om van de vrijheid/vakantie te genieten. De locatie is top, direct aan het strand!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2026