Zanzibar's most remote and exclusive villas
Matemwe is a 60-minute drive from Stone Town and covers the northeastern part of Zanzibar. This area is known for its fine white sandy beaches, the contrasting colors of the Indian Ocean and the beauty of the coral reef surrounding Mnemba Island.
The four self-catering private villas of Matemwe Retreat each have spectacular views of the turquoise Indian Ocean. The secluded villas are located just above a small beach and are specially designed for those looking for privacy. On the ground floor of each villa are the bar, an air-conditioned bedroom, a bathroom with an extra large bath overlooking the ocean, a shower and a double sink. The spacious veranda is equipped with a comfortable sofa and hammock; a perfect place to relax and watch the dhows returning from their day on the water. The private roof terrace has a plunge pool and both shade and sun deck. The villas are built by local craftsmen with as many local materials as possible; the roofs are made of Makuti reeds and most of the furniture is made of locally produced coconut wood.
In the privateness and intimacy of your own company
A dedicated butler ensures you don't miss out on anything, from the daily menu to match with the chef, a cocktail in the pool to a relaxing massage in the privacy of your own villa. Via wooden walkways you reach the main building where you can dine in the restaurant and make use of the other facilities.
There is an awful lot to do on Matemwe; you can visit the village, you can go for a boat in a dhow, you can do a 'spice tour' and the coral reef is well worth while for both snorkelers and divers.
Tips & tops from Matemwe retreat:
- Located just a 60-minute drive from Stone Town
- Zanzibar's four most remote and exclusive villas with total privacy; completely independent with its own bar and private roof terrace with plunge pool
- Butler Service
- Laundry
- Daily with the chef to tune menu
- Plenty of activities on and around the island, such as a 'spice trip', a dhow tour, diving and snorkelling
