Standard Garden Rooms
King or twin beds
Cozy rooms in the tropical gardens, with mosquito netting and private verandas.
Accommodation · Matemwe · Zanzibar
Zanzibar Queen Hotel
- Boutique Beach Resort
- Facing Mnemba Atoll
- On-Site PADI Dive Center
- Honeymoon Favourite
Category
Luxury
Location
Matemwe Beach
Stay
Rooms & Ocean Suites
To Airport
~1 hr (ZNZ)
Overview
Zanzibar Queen Hotel is a boutique beachfront resort set along the white sands of Matemwe on the northeastern coast of Zanzibar. Overlooking the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean and directly facing the famous Mnemba Atoll, this hotel is a sanctuary for beach lovers, honeymooners, and diving enthusiasts.
Designed with an emphasis on sustainable luxury, comfort, and holistic well-being, the resort features elegant Swahili-inspired architecture surrounded by lush tropical gardens and swaying coconut palms. Its position on Matemwe's long, quiet stretch of coastline provides an intimate escape away from crowded beach hubs.
Guests can dive and snorkel at the nearby coral reefs with the on-site PADI dive center, relax beside the oceanfront swimming pool, enjoy holistic spa treatments, or savor fresh, farm-to-table cuisine at the beachfront restaurant.
- Beachfront pool
- PADI dive center
- Spa
- Yoga deck
- Water sports
Location & key distances
Situated on the beach in Matemwe, on the northeastern coast of Zanzibar.
- Mnemba Atoll (snorkelling & diving)~15–20 min boat ride
- Nungwi / Kendwa beaches~25 km (35 min)
- Stone Town~45 km (50–60 min)
- Abeid Amani Karume Airport (ZNZ)~50 km (1 hr)
Accommodation
Light-filled, air-conditioned rooms built with local materials and handcrafted wooden furniture. Every room includes:
- Air Conditioning & Fans
- Walk-In Rain Shower
- Eco-Friendly Toiletries
- Private Balcony or Terrace
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe, Minibar & Tea/Coffee
- Daily Bottled Water
- Evening Turndown
Double Ocean View Rooms
Sea-view balconies
Elevated rooms with views of the Indian Ocean and Mnemba Atoll.
Suite Ocean View
Separate living areas
Oversized king beds, premium bath amenities and sea-view verandas.
Penthouse Suite
Flagship suite
Panoramic ocean vistas, generous indoor-outdoor living and an exclusive VIP setup.
Dining & culinary experience
Beachfront Restaurant
Buffet breakfasts, light lunches and multi-course dinners with Zanzibari spices and local seafood.
Pool & Beach Bar
Tropical cocktails, fresh juices, local beers and snacks with ocean views.
Special Diet & Organic Options
Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and healthy menus.
Beach Dinners
Candlelit dinners on the sand under the stars, on request.
Facilities & recreation
Oceanfront Swimming Pool
A freshwater pool among coconut palms, overlooking the beach.
On-Site PADI Dive Center
Diving and snorkelling trips to the coral reefs of Mnemba Atoll.
Wellness & Spa
An open-air spa pavilion for massages, scrubs and relaxation therapies.
Yoga & Fitness
Open-air yoga decks and fitness equipment.
Water Sports & Excursions
Paddleboarding, kayaking, village walks and spice tours.
Zanzibar experiences
Organized by ETAAdd island excursions to your stay - every tour and transfer can be arranged by Explore Trekking Adventure (ETA).
Stone Town
- Guided Stone Town tour
- Forodhani night food market
- House of Wonders & Old Fort
Island Nature
- Spice farm tour
- Jozani Forest red colobus
- Prison Island giant tortoises
On the Water
- Safari Blue boat trip
- Mnemba Atoll snorkelling
- Sunset dhow cruise
Stay here as part of your ETA trip
We can include Zanzibar Queen Hotel in your safari, Kilimanjaro climb or Zanzibar holiday - with transfers and every excursion arranged by our team in one plan.
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