Diamonds Mapenzi Beach Kiwengwa

ex. Sandies Mapenzi Beach Club
Kiwengwa (Zanzibar), Tanzania View on map
8.5 Fabulous Based on 330 reviews
Editor's Pick

"Tropical gardens frame these thatch-roofed villas, where nightly entertainment features fire breathers and traditional dancing. Two swimming pools sit by the Indian Ocean. A strong choice for quiet-seeking couples, a poor one for anyone needing elevator access."

From US$ 387 US$ 348 per night
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Check-in
7 Sept 2026
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8 Sept 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Why guests choose Diamonds Mapenzi Beach

  • Beachfront
    Private Kiwengwa
  • All-Inclusive Dining
    Three restaurants
  • African Rain Spa
    Natural treatments
  • Water Sports
    Snorkeling, diving, windsurfing
  • Kids Club
    Supervised activities
  • Stone Town Access
    UNESCO World Heritage

Overview

Diamonds Mapenzi Beach Kiwengwa hotel is approximately a 10-minute drive from Shooting Star Lodge and has a swimming pool plus a fitness center. Offering a prime location in the vicinity of the Indian Ocean, the 5-star hotel features 2 restaurants on site.

The resort is conveniently located in Kiwengwa, around 100 feet from a private beach. The smoke-free Diamonds Mapenzi Beach is 3.8 miles from St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral in Kiwengwa. The property is also surrounded by gardens and greenery.

The 127 rooms include an adjoining terrace and a spacious private patio equipped with an air conditioner to ensure guests' comfort. Also, there is a personal safe, a mini bar fridge, coffee and tea making facilities provided. Along with a separate toilet and a shower, the separate bathrooms also include a shower cap and bath sheets. Rooms of Diamonds Mapenzi Beach hotel overlook the sea. Self-catering facilities in a holiday home include an a fully-fitted kitchen with a microwave oven, coffee/tea makers, and kitchenware.

A lavish breakfast is offered daily. You can go to Palm restaurant for dinner or eat your lunch at Onda restaurant. The restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine. Drinks are available at the pool bar.

  • Check-in
    from 14:00 until 23:59
  • Check-out
    until 10:00
  • Hotel class
    5 stars
Diamonds Mapenzi Beach
Our tips

Should you book Diamonds Mapenzi Beach?

Perfect if you
  • dine at the Suli-Suli Restaurant, which offers an à la carte menu.
  • enjoy fresh pizza and salads at Nakupenda Pizzeria.
  • stay in a room with a spacious private patio and mosquito nets.
Maybe skip if you
  • travel with a pet - the hotel does not allow pets on the property.
  • need a free airport shuttle - the hotel offers only a paid shuttle service.
Best for
  • the private beach with sun loungers and beach umbrellas
  • the infinity pool

Facilities of Diamonds Mapenzi

General
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Private beach
  • Currency exchange
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
Dining
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Dinner
  • Special diet menus
Leisure & Sports
  • Infinity pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Massage
  • Fitness centre
  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Horseback riding
  • Tennis court
  • Yoga class
  • Fishing
Diamonds Mapenzi Guest Services
  • Paid shuttle service
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Happy hour
Room Amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet
  • Board games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club
  • Game room

Policies

Diamonds Mapenzi Beach applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 14:00 until 23:59
Check-out
until 10:00
Important info
  • Children and extra beds
  • Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 2.

Frequently asked questions

The cost of a night's stay in Diamonds Mapenzi Beach is $839.
Kisauni is the closest airport and it is situated within 32 miles from Diamonds Mapenzi Beach.
Diamonds Mapenzi Beach Kiwengwa offers a sundeck, a wellness area and live performances.
Some rooms of Diamonds Mapenzi Beach welcome guests with the following facilities:
  • a mini-bar
  • climate control
  • a safe box
  • a patio
  • a separate toilet
.

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Check-in
7 Sept 2026
Check-out
8 Sept 2026
Guests
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Adults:

2

Children:

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