Beachfront Location: Mama Root in Kizimkazi offers direct access to the beach and stunning sea views. Guests can relax on the private beach area or enjoy the beachfront setting.
Comfortable Accommodations: The guest house features a terrace, garden, and outdoor seating areas. Each room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries.
Dining Experience: A family-friendly restaurant serves African, local, international, and barbecue grill cuisines. Breakfast options include continental, American, and vegetarian.
Guest Services: Mama Root provides free WiFi in public areas, private check-in and check-out, and free on-site parking. Additional amenities include an outdoor fireplace and indoor play area.
Nearby Attractions: Kizimkazi Mkunguni Beach is just a few steps away, offering easy beach access. Other attractions include Stone Town and Jozani Forest.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
“Great host, the food wasn’t so much at my taste but you got zero pressure to eat at the guesthouse. Had such a great time”
Simone
Switzerland
“mama root is a real gem with 6 rooms, directly located at the beach in kizimkazi. it is family owned and the guests are treated like family:) we had an amazing and relaxing time and thank olivia and all the wonderful people for making our stay so...”
Brigitte
Netherlands
“Amazing authentic place, attention for detail, kind staff, great food. You can see they care in everything they do. Felt like a retreat, waking up with the sound of the ocean.”
Axel
United Kingdom
“We found the Paradise and it's at Mama Root.
The view is sensational, the hosts are friendly and helpful, food is great.
Location can't be better. Just on the beach and at walking distance from some restaurants, dive club, ...”
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Benjamin
Greece
“We had an amazing experience at Mama Root!
The place is eco-friendly, and everything is handmade with so much care. The food, drinks, and coffee were all incredibly tasty and full of flavor. The view is stunning, making the whole atmosphere even...”
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Helena
Germany
“The best hotel we stayed in on Zanzibar. Familiar and small hotel. The staff and the owners are very friendly and help with everything. Less touristy and you can lie in peace by the sea and enjoy. The food was amazing, very tasty and very fresh.”
Karmen
Slovenia
“We loved the atmosphere, the place is decorated very beautifully. The details are remarkable. The staff and food are great.”
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Henning
Norway
“Mama Root felt like a home from home. The creative interior and focus on redesign was brilliant. We loved how familiar the place felt. The location was amazing,with the beach basically on your doorstep, the food exceptional and the staff were...”
Cassandra
South Africa
“Authentic, relaxing, on the beach. We had bad weather but they have a stack of board games and accommodate you eating inside. The staff are great!”
Arto
Finland
“Really beautiful place, stunning design and style the whole place was crafted in. Every detail had been thought out. The service was first class and the food was good. One of the best hotel experiences in a long time.”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.
Managed by Mama Root Serving You Summertime
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Property information
Mama Root is located on Kizimkazi's beautiful white sand beach about half minute walk from the village center. Front of the property is facing the vast Indian Ocean with Dar-Es-Salam on the distant horison. Mama Root’s position little above the see level provides for an amazing view. At the rear of the property lies a pristine garden, home to crazy village chickens and musically talented birds and Bush Babies. Four rooms are facing the garden and two are facing the Ocean.
Mama Root takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children older than 4 years are welcome.
Children 11 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
4 - 10 years
Extra bed upon request
US$15 per child, per night
Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no cots available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
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