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Mangrove Lodge

3.0 star property
Travelers find tropical bliss on white sand beaches with sun loungers, while enjoying spa services like massages or relaxing by the outdoor pool

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Mangrove Lodge sits near Masingini Forest and Kidichi Spice Farm, offering a perfect retreat. Guests can book a beach massage, sip drinks at the poolside bar, attend the daily manager's reception, and start mornings with continental breakfast.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • Garden view
  • 213 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Signature Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Bububu, Mangrove Lodge is in the historical district and on the beach. Slave Market and House of Wonders are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Masingini Forest and Nakupenda Beach. Don't miss out on a visit to Kidichi Spice Farm. Scuba diving and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Bububu travel guide
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Chuini Village, On Mawimbini Beach, Bububu, Unguja North

What's nearby

  • Masingini Forest
    8 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Siso Spice Farm
    9 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Kidichi Spice Farm
    9 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Cheetah's Rock
    10 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Sea Cliff Golf Course
    11 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)
    47 min drive

Restaurants

  • Forodhani Park
    15 min drive
  • Secret Garden
    15 min drive
  • Zenji Garden Café
    15 min drive
  • Poa'zz Grill
    14 min drive
  • The Floating Restaurant
    16 min drive

About this property

Mangrove Lodge

Hotel near Masingini Forest
Located close to Kidichi Spice Farm, Mangrove Lodge provides free continental breakfast, free airport pick-up, and a beach bar. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beach massages, and sun loungers. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage or a body scrub. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a poolside bar and a free daily manager's reception.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Meeting rooms, a banquet hall, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free bottled water.
Other amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and free tea bags/instant coffee

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free airport pick-up shuttle on request
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Boat tours
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2009
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laundry detergent
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 40

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 35 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 35 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 40 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Mangrove Lodge Bububu
Mangrove Bububu
Mangrove Lodge Hotel
Mangrove Lodge Bububu
Mangrove Lodge Hotel Bububu

Frequently asked questions

Does Mangrove Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Mangrove Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mangrove Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Mangrove Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 40 (subject to availability).

Does Mangrove Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request.

Where is Mangrove Lodge located?

Located in Bububu, this beachfront hotel is in the historical district and within 3 mi (5 km) of Masingini Forest and Kidichi Spice Farm. Nakupenda Beach and Slave Market are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Mangrove Lodge Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gorgeous place!

Top notch, wonderful experience! Grounds are gorgeous and creative! Everyone there is helpful and friendly. Loved the room and the fact it had an outdoor shower! Food was delish and fresh. I could go on and on! My only complaint is that we couldn't stay longer!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer Gay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Lodge is wonderful in its own way. Not a beach resort, but a mangrove garden. Many fantastic flowers and great accommodations. The central reception/bar/restaurant was very fun and beautiful. The owner is friendly and full of great suggestions for activities. However the drive to the place was full of huge potholes whichb were often full of rainwater. I was honestly scared to get out of the taxi, when we arrived in the dark and there was not a well-lit or well- managed welcome area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful oasis of calm and relaxation!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Christina

Disliked: Staff & service
Please make sure you read fine prints with lodge. I was told one thing from staff about airport transportation then another via fine prints. Luckily I had a hired driver to accommodate to follow through with consistent services provided
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was very friendly. Very clean property. Only had an issue one day with the shower, no cold water.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Secluded getaway :)

Very peaceful. Beautiful gardens and sunset from the beach bar area. Nice and spacious bungalows. Good food. Great hosts. Family run business in the middle of nature. Very good for relaxing. Nice chill area. Free and tasty tea and coffee throughout the day at the restaurant. Only downside were the many mosquitoes.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Hella

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super service, décor impressionnant en pleine Mangrove. Un peu trop de moustiques et bien éloigné de la route principale mais le personnel et le restaurant sont excellents
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Syd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Unforgetable

Marina and Hajie are a pleasure to know. All the staff were most accommodating. This place is a little bit special, memorable, facinating and we are frequent travellers. Only problem for us was the condition of the appraoch road (not the lodges problem)which is diabolical in places. To be fair our driver did his best but my wife suffered a sudden drop in a deep pothole. Would seriously not recommend to any one with back or neck problems. This place is under renovation so can only get better but already a true gem.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jaroslaw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Polecam

Super, kameralne miejsce w zacisznej lokalizacji, idealne dla wszystkich lubiących świetną kuchnię, niekomercyjne miejsca z duszą i wypoczynek bez otoczenia tłumu turystów.. Polecam!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Marie Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
goede, rustige locatie, verscholen in het groen.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing human size eco responsable resort with very spacious rooms, common areas. Would return eyes closed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfekt für alle, die nicht nur das Strandleben geniessen wollen. Sehr authentisch, Personal sehr zuvorkommend und hilfsbereit.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lutfu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

RUI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kristian K.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023