A boutique hotel with a pool and palms by the Zanzibar shore

Zanzibar

Your place by the sea

Ocean-view rooms, a quiet pool and warm Swahili hospitality — booked in minutes on WhatsApp.

Barefoot, unhurried, yours

Wake to the ocean, breakfast in the garden and the beach a few steps away.

A small hotel with a big heart

Personal service, honest rates and no booking fees — just message us and we'll take care of the rest.

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A green tropical garden path through the hotel

The arrival

Step into the quiet

Palm gardens, birdsong and the sea just beyond — the day slows down the moment you walk in.

A bright room with an ocean view

Come inside

Rooms that open to the sea

Light-filled rooms with Swahili details, private balconies and the sound of the waves.

Made for slowing down

Air-conditioned comfort, fresh linens and the gentle rhythm of the Indian Ocean at your door.

Stay

Rooms & rates

Garden Room

Garden Room

from $70 / night
Ocean-View Room

Ocean-View Room

from $95 / night
Suite

The Suite

from $140 / night
Pool

The Pool

for every guest
Dining

The Restaurant

dine by the sea
Beach

The Beach

steps away
An inviting pool surrounded by palms

The pool

Slip in, look up, exhale

A quiet pool under the palms — a book, a cold drink and nowhere else to be.

A dining terrace looking at the ocean

Ocean to table

Breakfast to sunset dinner

Fresh island cooking, morning fruit and seafood by candlelight — all a few steps from your room.

Warm Swahili hospitality

A small team that remembers your name and your coffee order by day two.

The white-sand beach in front of the hotel

Your beach

The island at your door

Snorkeling, dhow trips and Stone Town are minutes away — we arrange it all for you.

Your slice of Zanzibar

Message us your dates and we'll hold your room.

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Why stay

A boutique stay, booked on WhatsApp

Ocean-view rooms, a pool and personal service — with honest rates, no booking fees and a room held in minutes.

  • Sea viewRooms that face the ocean
  • EN·SW·DEWelcome in three languages
  • No feesBook direct, pay less
Pool

Pool & garden

A quiet pool and palm gardens to disappear into between beach days.

Dining

Dining by the sea

Fresh island cooking from breakfast to candle-lit dinner.

Excursions

Trips arranged

Snorkeling, Safari Blue and Stone Town — we set it all up for you.

Guests

Loved by guests from around the world

“A gem. The room opened onto the ocean and the team looked after us like family.”
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“Booked on WhatsApp, no fuss, great rate. The pool and breakfast were perfect.”
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“Small, personal and right on the beach. We didn't want to leave.”
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How it works

Booked in three messages

No portals, no fees — just a quick chat on WhatsApp.

  1. Tell us your dates

    Send your dates and room choice on WhatsApp — get a clear rate back.

  2. We hold your room

    We confirm availability and tailor your stay, transfer included if you like.

  3. Arrive & relax

    Step onto the sand and let Zanzibar do the rest.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Are the rates fixed?

The rates on this preview are typical examples. Your exact price — including any offers — is confirmed with Marea on WhatsApp before you book.

Do you arrange airport transfers?

Yes. A private transfer can be added to any booking — just tick it in the calculator or mention it on WhatsApp.

What board options are there?

Bed & breakfast, half board or full board — plus à-la-carte dining open to all guests.

Which languages do you speak?

We welcome guests in English, Kiswahili and German.

Your room by the sea is waiting

One message on WhatsApp and we hold your room — honest rates, no booking fees.

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Zanzibar, Tanzania · WhatsApp +255 774 801 819