Mangrove Lodge - Zanzibar

Eco-friendly beach lodge on Zanzibar's tranquil coast

Accommodations

Mangrove Lodge offers 12 bungalows set within a lush tropical garden and mangrove bay. Each room includes a private veranda with garden views, air conditioning, and a mosquito net over the bed. Select bungalows have an outdoor shower with privacy screening.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves meals blending local Zanzibari recipes with Italian influences, with a focus on fresh vegetables and seafood. Guests order at least one hour ahead so the kitchen prepares each dish from scratch, including vegetarian options. The beach bar offers drinks and snacks, and complimentary masala chai is available.

Wellness & Activities

Guests can book a 4-hand massage performed by two village women for $30 per session. Daily yoga sessions and guided meditation take place at the Sultan's palace ruins on the property. Cooking classes taught by a local kitchen staff member provide hands-on learning of Zanzibari dishes.

Beach & Pool

The property has direct access to a sandy beach with calm waters and views of local fishing boats. An outdoor swimming pool with a infinity ledge overlooks the sea, with sun loungers and umbrellas available. The beach bar sits adjacent to the pool, serving drinks during sunset.

Excursions & Location

Mangrove Lodge Zanzibar is a 30-minute drive from Zanzibar Kisauni International Airport and 9 miles from Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Curated excursions include visits to local spice farms and village tours, plus snorkeling trips to Prison Island and Nakupenda. The hotel also offers bicycle rental and guided walking tours of the local area.

• Location: 30 min from airport, 9 miles to Stone Town
• Rooms: 12 bungalows with garden views, outdoor showers
• Dining: Local-Italian fusion, order-ahead scratch cooking
• Wellness: 4-hand massage, yoga at Sultan's ruins, cooking class
• Beach: Sandy beach, pool with infinity ledge, beach bar
• Sustainability: Zero-waste operations, eco-friendly construction