Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel

3.0 star property
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar

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Kendwa, Kendwa, 0000
  • Place, Kendwa Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Nungwi Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium
    ‪8 min drive‬
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Room options

Standard Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior King Room

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Standard Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Pool Bungalow

  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Twin Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Pool Bungalow

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel

At Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel, catch some rays at the beach, pamper yourself at the full-service spa or enjoy scuba diving.
Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel offers 47 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. This individually furnished accommodation includes desks. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

This Kendwa hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 36-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

The on-site spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include massages.
During your stay at Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel, you'll be within walking distance of Kendwa Beach. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus 3 bars and a full-service spa.
  • Free WiFi
  • The restaurant, poolside bar and 3 bars/lounges offer choices for drinking and dining
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Treat yourself to massages at the spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a steam room and a sauna
  • 8 minutes by car from Nungwi Beach and 7 minutes from Simba Padel
Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel.

On-site venue – This beachfront restaurant specialises in Asian cuisine.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 12.00 per cent will be charged

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Kendwa Rocks Beach
Kendwarocks Bungalows Hotel Zanzibar
Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel Hotel
Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel Kendwa
Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel Hotel Kendwa

Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 209 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 209 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 209 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 209 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 209 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vegard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel with good standard
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

YURI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

darius

Clean room, spa and beach
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Delesh

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Amenities were excellent, would like to thank 2 staff members omar from reception and who Rachael from the breakfast and lunch areas, they went out of there way to keep us happy, Omar from
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay and the staff was very hospitable
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefania Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff, food, the beach, rooms everything is excelent,
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Tor

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Nice place, great breakfast, perfect beach wibes. Reception staff not very friendly or effective
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keidra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
WiFi was a bit spotty but other than that, we had an excellent stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Javon

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

Great Stay at Kendwa Rocks!

I had an incredible stay at this hotel. Very beautiful rooms, facilities and pool. The staff were so friendly, helpful and accommodating. The food was very good. I would definitely stay at this hotel again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great value resort with lovely staff right on a beautiful stretch of beach. The spa is amazing. The food is a bit hit and miss but we still dined here every night so it’s not terrible. The photos don’t really do it justice.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Herish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top service and super comfortable! Many thanks to Damian, Josepha, Halima, Angela and many more for the kindness in any aspect!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Check in staff were rude, 'going through the motions', not very polite.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Martina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room door died twice. It was fixed once and the next time the door beeped all night because no one was there to fix it. Otherwise, the rooms ans grounds were great. The beach views were amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful general location and facilities. Nice accommodation. But the room cleaner only came once the whole time we were there. Very poor indeed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kubilay

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

Great Service, Excellent Location

We booked an executive suit for three. The room was cleaned on daily basis. All amenities were functioning properly and we had a pool that was also cleaned everyday. The includes breakfast was satisfying and had everything we need. The beach was very close, the service in the beach was super fast. The prices in the restaurant is not cheap but also not too high to complain.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Piotr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had wonderful holiday at Kendwa Rocks. Our villa was amazing and looks way better then on photos. The Full Moon Party is a great experience although I'd love to hear more international music. Beautiful beach with lots of entertainment options. Hope to be back one day! Thanks for having us.
Verified

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Staff & service
For the price, we think this property could be better maintained. We had a leak in our sink that was unable to be fixed during our stay. The room could have been cleaner overall. However, the location was great on the beach and the food at the hotel was delicious and reasonably priced.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nihad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have travel to many beach resorts. By far this was the best place I have stayed at. What made the stay fun and enjoyable was the staff. Every employee was friendly and outgoing. The front desk was very helpful. Answered any question and was helpful. I could name people but it would be to many, everyone was great. Would love to come back one day.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This place is the beach resort experience we were looking for! Palapas, to lay under looking out over the beautiful sea, white sand, a pool and very friendly staff! The morning breakfast buffet had a lot of variety, the regular menu had plenty to choose from, and did I mention the staff was so pleasant! We stayed in the least expensive rooms bc we weren’t planning to spend much time there, they were more than sufficient with a comfy bed, cool AC and hot shower! It is a long walk from the rooms to the beach with a lot of stairs, we enjoyed the walk but it is not ADA friendly. We used the spa for a great haircut with Ali and lovely massages from Nuru, my son went sky diving with JJ, we booked an ATV tour with OSSELICHE Quad Tours and had a great time with Junior and crew. We had great service from Neha, Haji, Malele, Naheem, Frank and many others. And we enjoyed live entertainment, live music and bonfires at night. There may be more luxurious places but for our family with teens, it was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris

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

Overall good stay.

Kendwa Rocks was a nice place for us to stay a few nights. We stayed in a balcony room and I think after snooping around this was the best choice or room as others, especially those with a personal swimming pool were really exposed and not very private. They are undergoing building work and our building seemed fairly new which was nice. The restuarant and bar served good food that was reasonably priced which we appreciated as theres not really much else around. Its a nearly a brilliant place to go but attention to detail is not quite there yet. But you get what you pay for especially in that area and we enjoyed. It does have a backpacker feel to it as well which was fun but not expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Handy for Full Moon Party -wouldn't pick otherwise

Pros: - Great to stay onsite for Full Moon Party and be able to nip back to room during the night - Full moon party was fun and ticket price was included in stay - Beach is nice with plenty of sunloungers - nice to have regular staff service for food & drinks at sunlongers - easy location to get a taxi to CoccoBello for another party night Cons: - Shower water was only lukewarm so couldn't properly enjoy a shower - asked to have it fixed and it was not done - got the impression that it couldn't be improved? - wifi was almost useless - no wifi coverage in bedroom and again was told this was normal and it doesn't stretch to cover all rooms - wifi very intermitted and bad even in communal areas - room smelt musky / bad throughout - breakfast was quite basic / limited for such a big resort and more expensive cost of stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Carola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hjälpsamma med bra service!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline Pascale von

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr hübsches und gepflegtes Zimmer, jeden Tag wird sehr sauber und gründlich gereinigt in der ganzen Hotelanlage. Das Frühstücksbuffet ist hervorragend und vielfältig köstlich. Das gesamte Personal ist überall sehr freundlich, hilfsbereit und entgegenkommend. Die Hotelanlage liegt direkt am Strand, prächtig und stilvoll- man fühlt sich sehr willkommen und es bietet eine wohltuende Atmosphäre für einen paradiesischen Urlaub. Ich würde sofort wieder dahin kommen.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gialma

La piscina era sporca e non finzionava
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025