Situated in Pingwe, a few steps from Michamvi Pingwe Beach, Hekaya Zanzibar features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area. With a terrace, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy African and Italian dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar. At the hotel, rooms are fitted with a balcony with a sea view. The rooms have a desk. The daily breakfast offers continental, American or vegetarian options. Jozani Forest is 25 km from Hekaya Zanzibar.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, American

FREE private parking!


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
9.5
High score for Pingwe
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Alessandra
    Italy Italy
    We loved pretty much everything about our stay at Hekaya Zanzibar: the location which felt very private (only 5 rooms), the direct access to the beach, the cleanliness, the multiple areas where you can relax, the beautiful garden curated by John...
  • Alma
    Switzerland Switzerland
    I love Hekaya because it is small, only 5 rooms, so it is very exclusive, quiet and calm. I love sleeping and waking up with the sound of the ocean. The staff is super professional and smiling.
  • Ozlem
    Turkey Turkey
    This hotel combines a super friendly, chilled atmosphere with very good service. There are only 5 rooms so it feels like everyone knows each other and that the service is personalized. The rooms have great views and are literally 5-10 seconds...
  • Bart
    Belgium Belgium
    The first one or two days, we were the only couple in the resort! Even when one or two other couples arrived later on, it was still an incredibly private experience. We barely saw or heard the other people staying in the resort. This is because...
  • Ian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Hekaya is a small 5 room hotel with a pool, bar and restaurant. It's right on the beautiful white sands beach within walking distance of The Rock restaurant. The staff are very helpful and polite and Jackeline does a great job organising things.
  • Irene
    Portugal Portugal
    The staff are amazing and the room had a beautiful view of the sea. It was very convenient for the Rock restaurant and had a great massage lady called Rose within five minutes walk. The breakfast was well presented and lovely, the staff attentive...
  • Charlotte
    France France
    Everything was perfect, the location, the staff, the room! The staff were unbelievably kind and exceptionally professional: a special mention goes to John and Diswa, who are infinitely kind, and to Jackeline, Mohamed (all of them), Naftali, etc....
  • Monette
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Hekaya exceeded my expectations. The hospitality was incredible. The view, the quality and cleanliness of the room. All staff catered for my dietary needs and were so deeply kind. They all went above and beyond to make my stay memorable and...
  • Simone
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Spectacular location right on the beach. Rooms were spacious and beautifully appointed. We were looked after so well by everyone at Hekaya!
  • Keshav
    India India
    The hotel is located on the beach with great views. Excellent service by the staff who go over and above to make your stay great. The food too was good. Rooms were clean and comfortable.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Hekaya sea view
    • Cuisine
      African • Italian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Romantic

Facilities of Hekaya Zanzibar
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Tumble dryer
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Tour desk
    • Car hire
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Room service
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool with view
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Wellness
    • Full body massage
    • Hand massage
    • Head massage
    • Couples massage
    • Foot massage
    • Neck massage
    • Back massage
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Solarium
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Italian
    • Swahili

    House rules
    Hekaya Zanzibar takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 12:00 to 22:00
    Check-out
    From 04:00 to 10:00
    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 of any age are welcome.

    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

    0 - 4 years
    Cot upon request
    Free
    5 years
    Cot upon request
    Free
    Extra bed upon request
    US$93.75 per child, per night
    6 - 13 years
    Extra bed upon request
    US$93.75 per child, per night

    Prices for cots and 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 and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
    Accepted payment methods
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    FAQs about Hekaya Zanzibar

    • The prices at Hekaya Zanzibar may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Hekaya Zanzibar offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Massage
      • Snorkelling
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Beachfront
      • Solarium
      • Couples massage
      • Themed dinner nights
      • Neck massage
      • Swimming Pool
      • Hand massage
      • Water sport facilities on site
      • Private beach area
      • Bicycle rental
      • Head massage
      • Beach
      • Foot massage
      • Bike tours
      • Full body massage
      • Back massage

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Hekaya Zanzibar. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Hekaya Zanzibar has 1 restaurant:

      • Hekaya sea view

    • Check-in at Hekaya Zanzibar is from 12:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Room options at Hekaya Zanzibar include:

      • Double
      • Family

    • Hekaya Zanzibar is 250 yards from the centre of Pingwe. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Guests staying at Hekaya Zanzibar can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Vegetarian
      • American