Exclusive Use in Zanzibar – Your Private Beachfront Estate
Rent Boutique Hotel Zanzibar entirely and enjoy two private villas, two pools, and 10,000 sqm of tropical beachfront privacy in Michamvi Pingwe. Perfect for safari groups, multi-generation families, a Wedding in Zanzibar, and private celebrations.
Boutique Hotel Matlai consists of two private villas — Asili House and Villa Kidosho.
What Exclusive Use at Matlai Means
When booking exclusive use, you rent the entire villa property — both Villa Kidosho Private Rental and Asili House Private Villa — including all six rooms and both private pools.
You and your guests enjoy:
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Complete privacy across the two villas
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Two separate villas with their own pools
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Flexible room configurations
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Dedicated butler service (7 am – 10 pm)
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Daily housekeeping and evening turndown
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24-hour security
It is an intimate boutique takeover — not a resort buyout.
This allows guests to enjoy the atmosphere of a private luxury hotel in Zanzibar, without the crowds of large resorts.
Capacity & Flexible Room Setup
Matlai offers six spacious double rooms across two villas.
When booking exclusive use, guests enjoy the entire beachfront estate — including Villa Kidosho and Asili House, each with its own private pool.
Standard Configuration
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6 king-size bedrooms
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Maximum 12 adults
Flexible Setup
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Proper extra beds (90x200 cm) available for all rooms
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Additional children’s beds possible
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Dunia room can be configured as twin
Depending on configuration:
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Up to 18 guests can be accommodated
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Ideal for safari groups or extended families
If you are planning a specific group size, simply email us — we will recommend the most comfortable layout.
Child Policy
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Individual room bookings: children 14+
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Exclusive villa or full property rental: all ages welcome
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Families with babies and younger children enjoy full privacy
Two Villas, Two Pools, Complete Privacy
Each villa has its own private pool.
When renting the entire property, both pools are exclusively yours.
There is no shared “main pool” — everything becomes private.
Dining & Culinary Flexibility
Matlai offers one restaurant concept with two cuisines:
Zatiny by Matlai (Zanzibari & international) and Duyen by Kim (Vietnamese-Asian).
During exclusive rental:
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You may dine in the restaurant
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Inside your villa
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On private terraces
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In the garden
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On the beach (special setup fee applies)
Asili dining capacity:
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Dining table for 8 guests
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Additional tables possible
Kidosho dining capacity:
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Dining table for 6 guests
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Additional tables can be arranged
Custom menus can be created together with you.
Food restrictions are fully accommodated.
Please note:
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No all-inclusive packages
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Spa, beverages, and tours are charged separately
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Outside drinks are not permitted
For weddings or special celebrations, the restaurant can be privatized on request.
Ideal For
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Safari groups finishing their journey
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Luxury multi-generation family stays
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Private beachfront weddings in Zanzibar
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Anniversaries and milestone celebrations (see our Honeymoon Guide)
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Retreats and small corporate incentives
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Couples traveling with friends and family
With 10,000 sqm of tropical garden and beachfront, Matlai feels like a private sanctuary — not a busy resort.
Service & Facilities
Exclusive use includes:
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Butler service (7 am – 10 pm)
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Emergency contact at any time
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Daily housekeeping
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Evening turndown
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24-hour security
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Access to Bustani Spa (treatments charged separately)
If you travel with nannies or private staff, accommodation can be arranged at neighboring hotels nearby.
A Quiet, Elegant Beachfront Setting
Matlai is designed as a peaceful, elegant retreat.
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Low-volume music only
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Not a party venue
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Drone use upon request
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Alcohol served
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Intimate atmosphere preferred
We focus on barefoot luxury and refined privacy.
Starting Rate
Exclusive use starts from
USD 2,640 per night
Rates vary depending on season and configuration.
Every booking is tailor-made — please contact us to receive a personalized proposal.
