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Reviews of Eden Rock Zanzibar 1 stars

Mtende South Zanzibar Mtende Village Sea front, Mtende, Tanzania

#3 of 4 hotels in Mtende

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Review score

Based on 106 hotel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    8.0

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free WiFi

    9.3

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  • Reviewed: 4 November 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing specific to mention, everything was great.

    Very nice place with a super helpful owner and with a great staff. The location is excellent, right on the rocks of Mtende beach with a beautiful view to the ocean. Great place to have a rest, relax and enjoy the nature and the ever changing faces of the beach with no crowd at all. The restaurant was also excellent, serving fresh fruits and seafood.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unique beach in Zanzibar! Cozy and quiet place. David is a very nice host. The room is large and clean. Everything was great.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 October 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room is basic furniture and no fridge however the balcony and surroundings are so beautiful i was very happy with the accommodations.

    This property is absolutely breathtaking, the rooms have so much character and charm, the properties are very spread out so you feel privacy and a beautiful walk through the gardens. The view from room is spectacular and is so calming hearing the waves through the night, the property also faces sunrise. The food in the hotel restaurant is cooked to perfection and i can say is the best i have had in Zanzibar. All the staff and manager are so friendly and always around if you need support or recommendations. It is also close walk to other local restaurants. The surroundings are absolutely stunning it is so quiet you just hear the noises from the forest and the ocean it is truly magical. I really love how much they take care of all there animals and environment and the beach Thankyou so much.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2024

    10
    100%
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice nature spot in the south. The bungalow was perfect set up. Everything is eco friendly and you do not miss a thing.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 September 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing....not staying longer

    Amazing hidden gem 😁

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2024

    9.0
    3 nights in a paradise wild riserva
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit too windy but this is not their fault 😅

    Everything was perfect! The location is a paradise…our room was truly spectacular. Staff was always super kind with us and the restaurant at the property was incredibly delicious!!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2024

    10
    Peaceful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    If you’re afraid of cats and dogs, the walk from the main gate to your room may be frightening.. also the animals are also in the main reception area. Otherwise all is good.

    The area is very quiet compared to other parts of zanzibar, which was nice. The beach is practically empty most of the time, the view from the room was amazing. The staff were really helpful. David was extremely helpful in terms of activities, booking us cabs for our excursions and telling us about the area.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2024

    10
    Great place,
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The road leading to it was very bumpy. But worth it, as the secluded area of Eden Rock makes it very peaceful and tranquil.

    Everything and everyone!!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2024

    8.0
    Dramatic location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lights in our room would not turn off properly, so we slept both nights with one or two lights partially on. The owner knew about the issue himself, tried to fix it but wasn’t possible .. but then I wonder, why would you let customers stay in a room where they struggle to sleep in?! Did not appreciate that. Also, food in the evening is too expensive for what you get. You should visit the nearby baobab resort where you get much more value for your money in a fancier place!

    Spectacular location, the beach is gorgeous and is very dramatic! You can swim in both high and low tide. Not many tourists around. The bungalow was spacious and not as rustic as other reviews led to believe. It had a wonderful terrace with lounge chairs (shame it was always in the shade, though!) No bugs came in, probably because it was too windy anyway! Breakfast is good, in front of the ocean and staff nice.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2024

    10
    A must place to visit!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A great place to stay. Brilliant location by Mtende beach. Can get busy in the day but lovely and quiet in the mornings and early evenings. If you see Jacob, on the gate, with his Maasai friends he’s a perfect tour guide too.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 July 2024

    10
    A true gem on Zanzibar!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That we have to leave this little paradise!

    This place is absolutely one of the most beautiful places where we have ever been to. The location is stunning. The bungalows are all perfect with a view to the ocean. We stayed here with our three teenage kids who loved the place as well. You can walk on the beach at low tide and swim in the ocean at high tide. Definitely make a walk to the village and meet the super friendly locals. The food at Eden Rock is very good and tasty. Last but not least a big thank you to the Masaai staff and the girls of the restaurant. They are all so nice and friendly. It is really nice to talk to them! They make your stay unforgettable!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No hot water for shower No coffee makinf facility in bungalow

    Nice setting Food was good

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Bungalow
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Just more tourists who come here for excursions

    Very peaceful and quiet place. Beautiful view of the ocean. Excellent restaurant, breakfast was very rich. Delicious dinner in a restaurant on a cliff with a beautiful view of the ocean. The staff was helpful, they cleaned the bungalow every day.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2024

    10
    The beach was perfect and very nice. The views from the bungalow was breathtaking:) also a of cute animals nearby that i
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The views and the animals.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 January 2024

    10
    Amazing!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Great beach to explore due to shifting tides. Beautiful environment. Very helpful communication with Davi, arrangering trip to Jozani Forest. Kind staff, great food and big breakfast. I loved the my room and not least the amazing view. A walk to the nearby beachbar before the tide is too high is a must 🙂

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 January 2024

    10
    Brilliant.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location was incredible, the landscape - untouched. One of the major reasons this place is so special is the natural world around it. I hope it remains wild.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Bungalow
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice and calm ivoirment, everything is in touch with nature. Everyone was very kind.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 December 2023

    10
    Especially charming
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The food, whilst good, was quite limited if you are staying a few nights as the menu never changes. The restaurant could do with a bit of attention (lighting, music, wider menu) to make the most of the stunning location.

    We had such a charming stay here. It's a very unique setting with just a few rooms overlooking Eden Rock, so you have almost exclusive access to the stunning Mtende beach in the mornings and evenings. The only sounds you hear are the sea, the birds and the local fishermen. Communication was good with David the host, staff were excellent and the highlight for me was how well the local cats and dogs are treated by the hotel. The rooms are gorgeous and beds super comfy - can't beat the views from the upper floors. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend to those looking for a special setting (very much) off the beaten track. Food was good (especially the prawns). 2-3 nights recommended.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great atmosphere and super friendly staff, not to nog or touristy and tralla nice beach and food. I love the preservation work the staff are doing, your money will be going to something good! A lot of friendly animals everywhere as well

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful place!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Bungalow
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We loved it!

    Super beautiful place located on Mtende beach in Makunduchi south of Zanzibar. Not much to do so 3 days is plenty, but worth a visit!:) The staff is very helpful with anything!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very quite and relaxing place. If you are looking for somewhere to escape and would like to enjoy the nature beauty of Sansibar, Eden rock is the right place! Very kind employees and very hospitality!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    If you like nature go for it. Magic place, monkeys outside (and sometimes inside) the rooms. In the morning and in the evening there are only the very few guests of this ecolodge around. The owner is super nice, it helped me a lot with a problem I had at the car. It is inside a nature conservation project. One of the best hotels I have been in the past 10 years.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2023

    8.0
    Such a beautiful spot
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No hot water 😳

    Most stunning location

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2023

    9.0
    Memorable & relaxing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I didn’t have a usable fan as it was quite hot in the property as an eco property.

    Security on gate & a lovely view.

    Stayed in July 2023

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