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Kendwarocks Bungalows

Mahonda, Tanzania
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Kendwarocks Bungalows
3.5 of 5 stars 136 Reviews
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Zanzibar, Tanzania
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW
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Kendwa Rocks is more than a beach front accommodation, its a lifestyle and resort that fits every budget. I stayed in the dorm, but asked to see every available room on property and every level far exceeded my expectations with hot water, rooms cleaned daily (even the dorms) and an attention to detail that can’t be matched. But the rooms... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

We stayed in the cheapest private option available which was basically a cell like room furthest away from the beach. It had mozzie nets and a fan and a couple of seats out the front but that was about it, you get what you pay for. We had shorts pinched from the washing line out the front which the staff... More

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Soest, The Netherlands
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

I just came back of a week in kendwa rocks. Had some of the best expierences you can have and some bad. Let me first start of with a tip for all going to the nungwi area! There is no ATM! So if u dont wanna be charged for use of ur card or want to pay just cash (TZS)... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012
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Travellimg by my own i found such a cool welcome, my room was pretty an apartment for its size, big terrance on the beach with ocean view. When reserving, don't forget to ask for the bungalows on the beach (some are not). I suggest to take just breakfast while reserving as the half board is avaiavle on the spot and... More

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Aarhus, Denmark
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012
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person found this review helpful

Kendwa Rocks has got the perfect location and everything you need when you want to relax and enjoy yourself. Kendwa has got probably the best stretch of beach on Zanzibar and amazing clear turquoise water. There's lots to do, if you want to stay active; volleyball, diving, dolphin trips, day trips around the island or a nice sunset cruise. If... More

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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

Kendwarocks is a nice place to stay especially if you are looking for more of a party atmosphere. The full moon party is fun. I've stayed at Kendwa twice, once when the full moon party was on. The beaches are nice and swimming in those waters is glorious. The room rates are fairly low and one can get a banda... More

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London
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

Overlooking swathes of white sanded perfection, Kendwa Rocks offers the perfect balance between tranquility and excitement. The choice of accommodation varies to suit your budget ranging from shared dorm rooms to private beach houses. It is a mecca for backpackers so even if you are traveling by yourself you'll always be among like minded spirits. The staff are friendly, efficient... More

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London
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

Just returned from a 10 day trip to Zanzibar and am happy to say that Kendwa Rocks is easily the best place to stay on the island! This is my third trip to Znz, so I've had the benefit of staying in a few different resorts and Kendwa Rocks is definitely my favourite. All rooms are value for money, I... More

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Frankfurt
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2012

It is a nice location, even though there are much nicer spots on this remarkable island. The General Manager is unfriendly and ignorarant and does not respond to obvious customer needs. Consequently the staff is badly trained, slow and does not understand customer expectations. Problems are considered as "customer problem" and not solved with the spirit of helping the client... More

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