I've been to Zanzibar before, but went to the south, so I was really not sure what to expect, despite perusing its site for several days. The rustic look of the resort is awesome, as is the panoramic view of the sea you're welcomed with. We were a little disappointed that there was not really a beach of sand to... More

Of all eight weeks we travelled through Africa with our kids (8 and 11) and stayed in many different types of accomodation, this was the most disappointing. I felt like we were very isolated and the hotel was dated and didnt suit our needs. The booking process was an initial pain and we were made to pay the whole amount... More

We spent 10 days at Mnarani, 04-14th Feb Like most places on Zanzibar there is a choice of rooms here and they have something for everyone, dependent on price. The rooms are clean, we had no problem with hot water or the staff cleaning and everyone here was friendly and accommodating. We were on half board and the evening meals... More

Me and my wife and our 2 boys spent 2 weeks on Zanzibar, we rented a car and stayed at different hotels. The absolutely best days was the 4 days at Mnarani Lighthouse. The relaxed atmosphere, nice and most helpful staff, wonderful walks on the beach, great food, sunsets and sunrise made our days there a memory not forgiven. We... More

This is a very late review. I stayed at this great hotel in March while I was traveling solo and plan on returning this March again. Food was excellent. Breakfast was OK but satisfying. Staff were wonderful and the accommodation, although on the small side in garden beach house, was quite nice. Because this hotel is not HUGE, compared to... More

We spent 5day's at mnarani at the beginning from January. We absolutely loved it. We defnitly going back. We just wanted a place to relax and relax. And thats all what we did. We relaxed. I loved reading in the hammock's, hubby love reading in front of our standard sea view room, the view is absolutely stunning!!! staff friendly. Yes... More

Ocean breezes, waiting hammocks and charpoys, terrific staff, great massage service at very reasonable prices. Mnarani was a lovely place to check out of the rat race for a week. Don't go if you are looking for nightlife and glamour.This is a place to chill. Service is excellent. Strong points on the food are the breakfast crepes with fresh cinnamon... More

I had high hopes for this place, and booked it (and paid in advance) for 3 nights. The room we were allocated, was in the Fishermans House, and we new we would be in a room that was part of an apartment. At $150/night FB, we expected a lot more than we got. The room was more suited to an... More

We stayed for three nights at Mnarani in December and had a great time there. We did find that the prices were 2 to 3 times the price of most other places a mere 10 or so minute walk down the beach for food and drinks. The prices of the items in the bar fridge in the room were also... More