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Honeymoon Hotel Zanzibar – Romantic Beachfront Escape at Boutique Hotel Matlai
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Honeymoon couple standing at the pool edge of Asili House at Boutique Hotel Matlai, admiring breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean in a serene beachfront setting in Zanzibar.

​Honeymoon Hotel Zanzibar – Romantic Beachfront Escape at Boutique Hotel Matlai

Honeymoon couple playing in the Indian Ocean directly in front of Boutique Hotel Matlai, enjoying warm waters, ocean views, and a relaxed beachfront atmosphere in Zanzibar.

Celebrate Your Love in One of Zanzibar’s Most Romantic Boutique Hotels

Your honeymoon should feel magical — intimate moments, peaceful surroundings, ocean views, unforgettable experiences, and a hotel that makes you feel cared for in every detail.

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Boutique Hotel Matlai is one of Zanzibar’s most romantic honeymoon hotels, offering unmatched privacy, personalized service, beautifully designed villas, and a picture-perfect beachfront setting in Michamvi Pingwe — ideal for a wedding and honeymoon in Zanzibar.

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With only six rooms, every honeymoon at Matlai feels private, warm, and truly special.

Why Zanzibar is the Perfect Honeymoon Destination

Tropical Beauty & Turquoise Waters

Zanzibar’s beaches, lagoons, coral reefs, and warm ocean breeze create the ideal romantic escape.

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Luxury Meets Culture

Beautiful architecture, vibrant spices, local crafts, and the warmest people in East Africa.

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World-Class Honeymoon Experiences

From floating breakfast Zanzibar to private dinners, sunset cruises, sandbank walks, and spa rituals — everything you dream of.

Why Couples Choose Boutique Hotel Matlai for Their Honeymoon

Why Couples Choose Boutique Hotel Matlai for Their Honeymoon

Boutique Hotel Matlai is designed for romance. Here, your honeymoon feels intimate, private, and effortlessly luxurious.


Couples love Matlai because of:

  • its exclusive size (only six rooms)

  • oceanfront villas with breathtaking views

  • romantic in-house dining options (Zatiny & Duyen)

  • private pool experiences

  • personalized surprises arranged by our team

  • magical sunrises and peaceful beach

  • floating breakfast moments

  • Zanzibar spa hotel treatments for two
    Every detail is crafted to make your honeymoon unforgettable.


See also our Zanzibar honeymoon guide for tips and ideas to plan the perfect stay.

Our Honeymoon Suites & Villas

Spacious interior view of Room Mwezi at Villa Kidosho, Boutique Hotel Matlai, showcasing the elegant bedroom layout, generous space, and refined Swahili-inspired design in Zanzibar.

Villa Kidosho – The Ultimate Honeymoon Hideaway

Elegant suites with private terraces overlooking the ocean.
Perfect for honeymooners who want privacy, comfort, and refined beauty.
Relax by the pool, enjoy a floating breakfast, or simply listen to the waves.

Asili House at Boutique Hotel Matlai with its private swimming pool, showing the villa’s architecture, poolside layout, and relaxed beachfront atmosphere in Michamvi Pingwe, Zanzibar.

Asili House – Artistic, Intimate & Full of Character

Four element-themed rooms (Moto, Dunia, Maji, Hewa) designed with love and attention to detail.
Peaceful, romantic, authentic — ideal for couples wanting both charm and comfort.

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Romantic Experiences for Honeymooners

Floating Breakfast in Your Pool

Start your day with the most romantic breakfast experience in Zanzibar — a signature moment for Matlai couples.

Private Candlelight Dinner on the Beach

We set up your dream dinner: candles, lanterns, fresh flowers, and the sound of the ocean.

Sandbank & Snorkeling Magic

Explore coral, colorful fish, and our unique low-tide sandbank right in front of the hotel — perfect for romantic photos and quiet moments together.

Bustani Spa Rituals for Two

Couples massages, natural oils, aromatherapy, and rejuvenating treatments designed for honeymoon relaxation.

Romantic bathroom of Room Hewa at Asili House, Boutique Hotel Matlai, featuring a freestanding bathtub filled with bougainvillea flowers, creating an intimate and luxurious honeymoon atmosphere in Zanzibar.

Honeymoon Extras & Special Arrangements

We love creating personalized surprises.
Tell us what you dream of — we take care of the rest.

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Some of our honeymoon touches include:

  • Flower decorations & romantic room setups

  • Floating breakfast

  • Spa rituals for two

  • Private dinners

  • Bottle of sparkling wine

  • Personalized experiences (sunset moments, open-air cinema, private dining)

Dining for Couples – Zatiny & Dûyen

Zatiny, Fine Dining on the Beach

Fresh seafood, creative dishes, candlelit ambiance — perfect for honeymoon dinners.

Dûyen, Vietnamese Cuisine by KIM

Delicate flavors, elegant presentation, and a unique culinary experience you won’t find anywhere else in Zanzibar.

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Both restaurants offer vegetarian and seafood options, beautifully paired with cocktails and wines.

Beachfront dinner setup for a group at Zatiny by Matlai after a wedding meal, featuring a long dining table by the ocean with panoramic Indian Ocean views at Boutique Hotel Matlai, Zanzibar.
Honeymoon couple relaxing on the swing bed at Asili House, Boutique Hotel Matlai, with breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean creating a romantic and intimate beachfront atmosphere in Zanzibar.

A Honeymoon Destination of Tranquility – Michamvi Pingwe

Michamvi is one of the most peaceful locations in Zanzibar, known for:

  • stunning sunrises

  • turquoise waters

  • calm beaches

  • romantic sandbanks

  • fewer crowds

  • intimate atmosphere

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It’s a paradise for couples who want beauty, peace, and privacy.

Romantic couple kissing at the pool edge of Asili House, Boutique Hotel Matlai, sharing an intimate honeymoon moment with views of the Indian Ocean in a tranquil beachfront setting in Zanzibar..jpg

Make Your Zanzibar Honeymoon Unforgettable at Boutique Hotel Matlai

Let us create the romantic escape you’ve been dreaming of.

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