Exterior view of the villa

Mawimbi Villa

A spacious three-bedroom family villa with private pool, rooftop plunge pool, and sweeping ocean views.

A spacious island home

3 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

Up to 6 guests

Mawimbi Villa is a spacious three-bedroom (2 ensuite and 1 with separate private bathroom) home designed for families and friends to stay together. Named after the Swahili word for “waves,” it includes generous indoor and outdoor living areas, a private heated pool, shaded verandahs and a rooftop plunge pool with a stargazing sitting area and sweeping ocean views, creating plenty of space to gather, unwind and enjoy the easy comforts of barefoot luxury.

AMENITIES

Designed for your comfort

Thoughtful details and everyday comforts are provided throughout the villa, helping you feel at home from the moment you arrive.

Fully equipped kitchen

Makes it easy for your private chef to prepare meals in your villa, or for you to enjoy an early morning tea or coffee.

Fully equipped kitchen

Makes it easy for your private chef to prepare meals in your villa, or for you to enjoy an early morning tea or coffee.

Mosquito nets

Fitted mosquito nets in every bedroom for a comfortable and restful night.

Mosquito nets

Fitted mosquito nets in every bedroom for a comfortable and restful night.

Roof fans

Ceiling fans in every bedroom provide a gentle breeze throughout the villa.

Roof fans

Ceiling fans in every bedroom provide a gentle breeze throughout the villa.

A/C cooling system

An evening breeze cooling system in the two ground-floor bedrooms, designed to cool the bed micro-climate rather than the entire room.

A/C cooling system

An evening breeze cooling system in the two ground-floor bedrooms, designed to cool the bed micro-climate rather than the entire room.

In-room safe

A private safe is available for storing personal belongings.

In-room safe

A private safe is available for storing personal belongings.

Private verandahs

Private verandahs open onto sweeping views across the garden and ocean.

Private verandahs

Private verandahs open onto sweeping views across the garden and ocean.

Private pool

A private heated pool and sunbeds invite you to relax at your own pace, any time of year.

Private pool

A private heated pool and sunbeds invite you to relax at your own pace, any time of year.

Rooftop plunge pool

A rooftop plunge pool offers a quiet spot to cool off above the treetops.

Rooftop plunge pool

A rooftop plunge pool offers a quiet spot to cool off above the treetops.

Indoor lounge area

A comfortable indoor lounge area offers a relaxed space to unwind together.

Indoor lounge area

A comfortable indoor lounge area offers a relaxed space to unwind together.

Bathroom essentials

We provide shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, hairdryer, bathrobes and beach towels.

Bathroom essentials

We provide shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, hairdryer, bathrobes and beach towels.

Wi-Fi

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

Wi-Fi

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

BEFORE YOU ARRIVE

A few helpful details for your stay

Everything you need to know before arriving, including check-in times, house policies, booking information and practical details.

What time is check-in and check-out?
Is parking available?
Can I book one villa on its own?
Are children welcome at Mzima House?
Is Mzima House close to the beach?
How do I make a booking?
Do I need travel insurance to visit Zanzibar?

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