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Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa

5.0 star property
Beachfront hotel in Michamvi with spa and outdoor pool

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Private beach, white sand, free beach cabanas, sun loungers
Private beach, white sand, free beach cabanas, sun loungers
Sundeck
Point of interest
Luxury Villa, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Overwater | Living area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Airport transfer
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Free beach club on site
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach bar
For families
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The price is $306
includes taxes & fees
$258 per night
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2025

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Superior Bungalows Beach Pavilion

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Frette Italian linens
Bathrobes
  • 646 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Villa, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
  • 1453 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Villa, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian linens
  • 1453 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
  • 1722 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Villa, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian linens
Ceiling fan
  • 1453 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Villa, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Overwater

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Frette Italian linens
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 969 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Villa, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian linens
Ceiling fan
  • 1453 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Michamvi, Michamvi, Unguja South Region, 72211

What's nearby

  • Michamvi Kae Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Dongwe Beach - 27 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Pingwe Beach - 30 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Paje Beach - 38 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Marumbi Beach - 94 min drive - 61.8 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 78 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rock - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Baladin - ‬6 min drive
  • Zanzi Bar
  • ‪Kae Beach Restoraunt - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kae Beach Bar - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa

When visiting Michamvi, Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa is a great choice to consider. The restaurant is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after having fun at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A beach bar, a snack bar/deli, and free bike rentals are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

All inclusive

All-inclusive room rates at Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Italian, Spanish, Swahili

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 21 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
    • Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Beach bar
  • Poolside bar
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Lifeguard on site

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Free beach club
  • Beach volleyball
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Built in 2009
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Highchair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. The spa is equipped with a spa tub. The spa is open select days. There are hot springs/mineral springs on site.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 50
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 25 (from 4 to 12 years old)

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 75 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3 percent

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 25.
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24.
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on January 1.

Also known as

Kono Kono
Kono Kono Beach
Kono Kono Beach Michamvi
Kono Kono Beach Resort
Kono Kono Beach Resort Michamvi
Kono Kono Beach Resort Michamvi, Zanzibar
Kono Kono Beach Villas Hotel Michamvi
Konokono Beach Resort
Konokono Isaraya Over Water
Konokono Beach Resort Isaraya Over Water Villa
Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa Hotel
Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa Michamvi

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 75 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like volleyball and cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa also has a private beach and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.
What's the area around Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa like?
Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa is located a short 5-minute walk from Michamvi Kae Beach.

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

Memorable honeymoon
Overall, it was an absolutely amazing experience - we stayed in the over-water villa. Extremely helpful staff, great service, amazing food options, the views were incredible, 2 restaurant options so overall very pleased with that. One thing to be aware of is that they do have an electricity issue where randomly in the middle of the night, they are left with no electricity. I was told it's the whole island problem so bear that in mind. Also, their villas aren't entirely sealed so I had a few ants crawl into my luggage and a few lizards on the outside of the villa. It is a bit further out from the rest of the island so you'll need a hire car or taxi to get to other places if you do decide to leave the resort. Overall: I'd highly recommend it! Thank you for a wonderful hospitality.
Muhammad Mobin, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

Rimmi, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This place is far from the airport but the overwater villas are magnificent if you want peace and quiet- great service and staff with views that will take your breath away.
Jennifer, 3-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

My stay at konokono in the over water villa was horrendous taking in to consideration how much you are spending. The food variety and the actual food itself is extremely poor, I ordered beef but it was though I was chewing on a tyre. The only thing good was the fruit. I previously went to 2 hotels in Zanzibar before konokono which were also 5* where the food was prepared by excellent chefs. Furthermore, the overwater villa is not private at all, whilst taking a shower there are fisherman and boats which go past and there’s no curtain on the window so you can be seen naked. The interior of the room is out of date and a lot of dust when taken a look at in detail. The worse part is where the hotel is located, it’s a 10-12 minute bumpy ride once you see the sign of the hotel. Would not recommend this hotel at all, Riu palace is an excellent place located in a lively area. Alma boutique is also very good if you are looking for somewhere a little more quiet. I give konokono 3*
Shahbaz, 2-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good

-Road to hotel needs to be redone quite bumpy (15 mins prior to arrival) -Far from airport breakfast and dinner included customer service (Felix, Beatrice to name a few) over water villa room definitely gives luxury peaceful birthday song with sparkler cake surprise floating breakfast beautiful experience -phone in room didn’t work reported but not fixed massage was great flexibility (late checkout, last minute add on spa service) allow you to charge to the room (except for tips)
Marissa, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Raymond Jason Stewart, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay on this property! Our room was clean, the meals were great, and the staff was very friendly. We had no issues with the electricity or air conditioning. There were times when that water pressure would drop, but that didn’t affect our stay as we weren’t in the room often as we soaked up every minute of the beach and pool that we could! The staff arranged our transfers to and from the airport, as well as to The Rock Restaurant one day. All of our taxis were professional, kind and on time. We enjoyed chatting with the staff and felt very cared for and safe. We would definitely stay here again!
Lisa, 4-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The over water villas were perfect!
Carla, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect honeymoon resort
It was an amazing experience for our honeymoon. We booked the over the water villa. The room was perfect with a great view and balcony. Great staff and service, delicious food. Just the perfect place for couples.
Mazen, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

3-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Nice stay, but not 5*
I'll start with what we liked. We were staying at Isaraya Owed Water Villa. The villa looks really nice, as in the photos, the view is gorgeous (I spent several hours every early morning looking at the ocean and the sunrise from my bed, it was really hypnotizing). There is a special restaurant on the ocean only for guests from over water villas (it looks interesting and gives the guests a feeling of exceptionality). We also liked the floating breakfast (you don't have to pay extra for it). And what did we not like? Very dirty pool in our Over Water Villa, rust in the pool, worn floor around the pool, room service - I waited 1 hour for the pizza, it was hard and without sauce, which I asked for and without cutlery. We received breakfast twice without toast, even though we had asked for it before. In my opinion, these are the details that a 5* resort must meet!
Eva, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Overall the place was okay. The staff was very nice. The food was just okay. Very bland. There werenr many options of the food for each meal. The location is not near too many places so there isnt much to do. The water in the room would go in and out. There are many bugs and geckos. The wifi was spotty and would go in and out. The best part was the staff. Everyone was very nice and accomodating.
Donyei, 3-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good

Yvianne, 6-night trip
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2/10 Poor

There’s nothing luxury about this hotel not even the food nothing to do in the hotel the only luxury thing about this hotel is overwater villa experience which the room needs some updating won’t be returning .
Katherine, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I just want to say our welcome to Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya was one of the Kingly Experience too bad we had to spend just a night evening and morning. The General manager was so professional and very understanding. My wife did not want to leave this place. If you are looking for serenity, quite and privacy. This is definetly the place you wanna be in. Very big shout out to all the staffs these guys are five star experts and they treat all guests with the same energy and kindness. Most importantly Bernad, Jackson and Agness and the other young lady was the best. Konokono you are fortunate and lucky to have such a great personnel. I got so much but let just finalise by saying that i am very pleased.
Thomas, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The villas are beautiful spacious with high ceiling. Beautiful white sand private beach. Tranquil & luxurious. The only negative is the condition of the road leading to the resort. It is in need of repair.
Natacha, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Myriam, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hussein, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good

Not as glamorous as the internet
Customer service non existing no lighting on huge set of stairs leading to villa slippery stairs when raining more bugs and lizards than expected had to repeatedly contact for service. It was not a good stay especially for the price
Angi, 5-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Where do I begin it was so much starting with the pick up from the airport. I wasn't informed the transportation fee beedes to be paid in cag. I would have been prepared with the cash if I were informed ahead of time. Once we arrived which was extremely late due to flight delays our room wasn't available. There was an unfortunate accident so that wasn't their fault but the room wasn't very clean. The floor was filthy and you can tell it was a rushed job. A short time after arrival the power goes out. This apparently is a thing because it happened frequently during our stay. The A/C & refrigerator wasn't working well. I complained for several days they were supposed to send maintenance. We never saw maintenance. We then encountered a rat in our room! This was the straw that broke the camels back. After battling the rat all night they finally moved us to another Overwater bungalow. They never resolved the issue and moved the next guests right in our old bungalow. The bungalows need a good overall sprucing up. I'm a frequent international traveler and the best part of this trip was leaving the resort for 3 days going on our safari in Arusha. The communication between staff was lacking and insufficient. The front desk miscommunicated transportation fees, they never informed housekeeping about the rat and why our room was in such disarray the next day, and maintenance never communicated with housekeeping.The maid drop the key in the ocean. We had a terrible experience. Don't go!
CHATERRAL, 9-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was amazing
Stacey, 4-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

This was the worst experience I have ever had. I am quite use to staying in some rough places and don’t mind that if that is the expectation. I paid premium money for a supposed premium Villa “over the ocean”. It started with the taxi service from the port, the driver was great but, it was not conveyed that it was a private service not from the resort so, when we were dropped off at the resort he expected to be paid on the spot, so make sure you bring cash to pay the driver, it won’t be charged through the hotel. After sorting out the taxi service we were led to our “over the ocean villa” The “ocean view” was at least 200 meters away and nothing like the pictures when booked. I tried logging in on the WiFi that was supposedly available and there was no connection to internet at all, the entire night. I went to take a shower after the long journey to the resort and had abysmal water pressure and zero hot water. When my Wife went to take a shower the water completely shut off in the middle of her shower, the water didn’t come back the entire evening. We tried to make the most of it and have a nice dinner well, the entire time of the dinner we had to listen to cats incessantly whining and going around our feet, my allergies were not liking that whole situation. The wait staff was very kind and courteous but, the food.. it is a set menu with very limited options and the food at best is 2.5/5. The next morning we tried to take a shower and there wasn’t water again. No refund!!
Sean, 3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is the place for a wonderful, restful and lovely honeymoon!! My husband and I stayed in one of the Isaraya Villas, and these are a must. We loved the intimate privacy within the villa: own pool, access to the ocean, sunset views, short walk to the clean beach and restaurant (delicious, fresh meals made to order). We also enjoyed the facilities on the main resort as well. The staff are welcoming and helpful, they added to the serene atmosphere. We would visit again!
Samantha, 4-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Sajid, 7-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Kono Kono overpriced and underserviced
The hotel was not ready to accommodate guests. The room was not ready for check-in, there were two people in our room still cleaning. The doors didn't close properly so massive bugs were climbing into the room. The power went off repeatedly in the night, there were no back up generators, and then the water shut off for the entire resort. The lighting for the stairs leading to the beach was dark so you couldn't see where you were going, they were literally still installing lights in the dining area while we were eating. The staff are friendly but lost, a beautiful buffet was set for the guests without spoons for service. The waiters promise to serve the food to you and never arrive. Kono Kono has a team of well intended staff but very far from being ready to call itself a resort and accommodate any guests.
Zaynab, 3-night trip
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