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ARYA Boutique Resort

3.5 star property
Beachfront, with outdoor pool

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Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach towels
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed (tropical) | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Reception
Family Suite (savane) | Private spa tub

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • On private beach
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kiwengwa Beach, Kiwengwa, Unguja North
  • Place, Kiwengwa Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kendwa Beach
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Place, Nungwi Beach
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Suite (savane) | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite (savane)

  • 538 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed (tropical) | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed (tropical)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Kiwengwa

ARYA Boutique Resort places you adjacent to Kiwengwa Beach. This 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with 5 rooms and conveniences like a private beach, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Kiwengwa Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mapenzi Beach - 12 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Muyuni Beach - 18 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Kendwa Beach - 57 min drive - 23.5 miles
  • Nungwi Beach - 57 min drive - 24.5 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spice Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Wok - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Namaste Indian restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Gabi Beach - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Yako - ‬7 min walk

About this property

ARYA Boutique Resort

Beachfront, with outdoor pool
Guests staying at ARYA Boutique Resort enjoy access to a private beach, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 50 per vehicle one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach hotel include coffee/tea in a common area, express check-in, and express check-out.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 40-inch Smart TVs with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Furnished balconies or patios are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach and an outdoor pool.

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

  • No onsite parking available
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Papaya Restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, 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 - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 60.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.41 per person, per night
  • Deposit is payable by PayPal and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

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: EUR 50 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 60.0 per night
  • 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
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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and window guards
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: 1:00 PM—-2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Mobile payment options include: PayPal.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

ARYA Boutique Resort Hotel
ARYA Boutique Resort Kiwengwa
ARYA Boutique Resort Hotel Kiwengwa

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at ARYA Boutique Resort?

ARYA Boutique Resort provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do close to ARYA Boutique Resort?

This hotel is located in Kiwengwa, just steps from Kiwengwa Beach. You'll also find Mapenzi Beach and Pongwe Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at ARYA Boutique Resort?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does ARYA Boutique Resort include a casino at the property?

No, ARYA Boutique Resort doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at ARYA Boutique Resort?

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

Is ARYA Boutique Resort good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a private beach, a beach bar, and an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at ARYA Boutique Resort?

Yes, this hotel offers private spa tubs in some guestrooms.

Does ARYA Boutique Resort have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, ARYA Boutique Resort serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts at Papaya Restaurant each morning.

Does ARYA Boutique Resort allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at ARYA Boutique Resort.

Does ARYA Boutique Resort have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to ARYA Boutique Resort?

The closest major airport to ARYA Boutique Resort is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), which is 28.1 mi away (73 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at ARYA Boutique Resort?

Yes, every guestroom at ARYA Boutique Resort comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring garden or pool views.

Does ARYA Boutique Resort have a wedding venue?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at ARYA Boutique Resort if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

ARYA Boutique Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

4/10 Poor

paolo

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The resort is not owning any private beach but cooperating with very close walking distance lodge for free sunbeds. This aspect, linked to a very poor service, tidiness and customer care, makes Arya absolutely over expensive and over promising in his presentation.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Maximilian, Berlin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Die Zimmer waren toll ausgestattet und sehr sauber. Das Personal war hilfsbereit und freundlich. Das angeschlossene Restaurant hatte sehr gutes Essen und der Strand ist traumhaft
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019