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Basecamp Mafía Island, Utende

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  • Utende Beach 13&14, Utende, Tanzania - View on map
8.5 /10
Very good
Free parking on site
Wi-Fi is available free of charge in every room of our property
Pets are welcome. Additional charges may apply
Property type: Hotel
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Located in Utende, Basecamp Mafia Island is 7.7 km away from the Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve. This establishment offers an outdoor swimming pool, private parking at no cost, a garden, and direct access to a private beach. Guests can benefit from concierge services and enjoy a sun terrace. The property features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfer services, a business center, and complimentary WiFi throughout the premises.

The rooms at the hotel are equipped with wardrobes and balconies that overlook the garden. Some accommodations include private bathrooms with showers and free toiletries, while select rooms also offer views of the sea. All units are air-conditioned and come with a desk for convenience.

Dining options at Basecamp Mafia Island include a buffet, à la carte, or continental breakfast. The on-site restaurant specializes in African and Italian dishes, with vegetarian, dairy-free, and halal meals available upon request.

Mafia Island Airport is situated 12 km from the property.
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Important information

At Basecamp Mafía Island, hen, stag, or similar parties are not accepted.

Room Types

Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom Description, photos, price, amenities

See photos of the Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Room standards
  • waste bin,
  • heating,
  • air conditioning,
  • safe deposit box,
  • mosquito net,
  • seating area,
  • bedside socket,
  • pool towels (in room),
  • wardrobe/closet,
  • clothes rack,
  • fan,
  • work desk,
  • baby cot/crib
Sanitary facilities
  • body soap,
  • private bathroom,
  • bathtub or shower,
  • complimentary toiletries,
  • toilet paper,
  • hairdryer,
  • bathtub,
  • shower,
  • shampoo,
  • toilet
Dining & bars
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • bottled water,
  • dining table,
  • electric kettle,
  • refrigerator,
  • wine glasses,
  • outdoor furniture (on balcony/patio),
  • outdoor dining area (on balcony/patio)
Paid extra services
  • towels,
  • key access,
  • wake-up call/alarm clock,
  • bed linen,
  • wake-up service,
  • alarm clock
Location & local attractions
  • balcony,
  • courtyard view,
  • sea view,
  • view,
  • pool view,
  • patio,
  • garden view
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • toilet with grab rails,
  • entire unit wheelchair accessible,
  • walk-in shower (no step),
  • ground floor unit,
  • roll-in shower
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector,
  • carbon monoxide detector,
  • fire extinguisher (in room/apartment)
Social distancing guidelines
  • individually controlled air conditioning for room

The twin room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit provides 2 beds.

Standard Double Room Description, photos, price, amenities

See photos of the Standard Double Room
Room standards
  • waste bin,
  • mosquito net,
  • clothes rack,
  • seating area,
  • safe deposit box,
  • work desk,
  • wardrobe/closet,
  • heating,
  • baby cot/crib,
  • bedside socket,
  • fan,
  • pool towels (in room),
  • air conditioning
Sanitary facilities
  • toilet,
  • private bathroom,
  • hairdryer,
  • toilet paper,
  • shower,
  • complimentary toiletries,
  • bathtub,
  • shampoo,
  • body soap,
  • bathtub or shower
Dining & bars
  • wine glasses,
  • outdoor dining area (on balcony/patio),
  • bottled water,
  • refrigerator,
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • outdoor furniture (on balcony/patio),
  • dining table,
  • electric kettle
Paid extra services
  • wake-up call/alarm clock,
  • bed linen,
  • alarm clock,
  • wake-up service,
  • towels,
  • key access
Location & local attractions
  • view,
  • pool view,
  • patio,
  • garden view,
  • courtyard view,
  • balcony
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • entire unit wheelchair accessible,
  • toilet with grab rails,
  • ground floor unit,
  • walk-in shower (no step),
  • roll-in shower
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector,
  • carbon monoxide detector,
  • fire extinguisher (in room/apartment)
Social distancing guidelines
  • individually controlled air conditioning for room

The double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit provides 1 bed.

Deluxe Double Room with Sea View Description, photos, price, amenities

See photos of the Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
Room standards
  • heating,
  • safe deposit box,
  • air conditioning,
  • fan,
  • bedside socket,
  • wardrobe/closet,
  • waste bin,
  • work desk,
  • mosquito net,
  • seating area,
  • baby cot/crib,
  • clothes rack,
  • pool towels (in room)
Sanitary facilities
  • hairdryer,
  • shower,
  • shampoo,
  • bathtub or shower,
  • toilet,
  • complimentary toiletries,
  • body soap,
  • toilet paper,
  • bathtub,
  • private bathroom
Dining & bars
  • electric kettle,
  • bottled water,
  • outdoor furniture (on balcony/patio),
  • refrigerator,
  • wine glasses,
  • dining table,
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • outdoor dining area (on balcony/patio)
Paid extra services
  • key access,
  • towels,
  • wake-up service,
  • bed linen,
  • alarm clock,
  • wake-up call/alarm clock
Location & local attractions
  • courtyard view,
  • patio,
  • garden view,
  • view,
  • sea view,
  • balcony
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • entire unit wheelchair accessible,
  • ground floor unit,
  • roll-in shower,
  • walk-in shower (no step),
  • toilet with grab rails
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector,
  • fire extinguisher (in room/apartment),
  • carbon monoxide detector
Social distancing guidelines
  • individually controlled air conditioning for room

The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit is equipped with 1 bed.

Standard Queen Room Description, photos, price, amenities

See photos of the Standard Queen Room
Room standards
  • mosquito net,
  • baby cot/crib,
  • wardrobe/closet,
  • work desk,
  • pool towels (in room),
  • seating area,
  • air conditioning,
  • safe deposit box,
  • bedside socket,
  • fan,
  • waste bin,
  • heating,
  • clothes rack
Sanitary facilities
  • shower,
  • private bathroom,
  • body soap,
  • shampoo,
  • toilet,
  • bathtub or shower,
  • toilet paper,
  • bathtub,
  • complimentary toiletries,
  • hairdryer
Dining & bars
  • refrigerator,
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • dining table,
  • electric kettle,
  • wine glasses,
  • bottled water,
  • outdoor dining area (on balcony/patio),
  • outdoor furniture (on balcony/patio)
Paid extra services
  • wake-up call/alarm clock,
  • bed linen,
  • towels,
  • key access,
  • wake-up service,
  • alarm clock
Location & local attractions
  • balcony,
  • patio,
  • pool view,
  • sea view,
  • garden view,
  • view,
  • courtyard view
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • ground floor unit,
  • entire unit wheelchair accessible,
  • toilet with grab rails,
  • roll-in shower,
  • walk-in shower (no step)
Property safety & security
  • carbon monoxide detector,
  • fire extinguisher (in room/apartment),
  • smoke detector
Social distancing guidelines
  • individually controlled air conditioning for room

The double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit is equipped with 1 bed.

Deluxe King Room Description, photos, price, amenities

See photos of the Deluxe King Room
Room standards
  • waste bin,
  • seating area,
  • bedside socket,
  • fan,
  • baby cot/crib,
  • mosquito net,
  • clothes rack,
  • pool towels (in room),
  • safe deposit box,
  • extra-long beds (over 2 metres),
  • heating,
  • wardrobe/closet,
  • work desk,
  • air conditioning
Sanitary facilities
  • toilet,
  • shower,
  • bathtub or shower,
  • shampoo,
  • toilet paper,
  • bathtub,
  • private bathroom,
  • body soap,
  • complimentary toiletries,
  • hairdryer
Dining & bars
  • refrigerator,
  • bottled water,
  • electric kettle,
  • wine glasses,
  • outdoor furniture (on balcony/patio),
  • outdoor dining area (on balcony/patio),
  • dining table,
  • tea and coffee making facilities
Paid extra services
  • wake-up call/alarm clock,
  • bed linen,
  • key access,
  • wake-up service,
  • alarm clock,
  • towels
Location & local attractions
  • garden view,
  • balcony,
  • view,
  • courtyard view,
  • patio,
  • pool view,
  • sea view
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • toilet with grab rails,
  • entire unit wheelchair accessible,
  • ground floor unit,
  • roll-in shower,
  • walk-in shower (no step)
Property safety & security
  • fire extinguisher (in room/apartment),
  • smoke detector,
  • carbon monoxide detector
Social distancing guidelines
  • individually controlled air conditioning for room

The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit provides 1 bed.

Family Room with Sea View Description, photos, price, amenities

See photos of the Family Room with Sea View
Room standards
  • work desk,
  • heating,
  • mosquito net,
  • pool towels (in room),
  • bedside socket,
  • fan,
  • air conditioning,
  • wardrobe/closet,
  • safe deposit box,
  • interconnecting rooms available,
  • waste bin,
  • seating area,
  • baby cot/crib
Sanitary facilities
  • shower,
  • complimentary toiletries,
  • hairdryer,
  • shampoo,
  • toilet paper,
  • bathtub or shower,
  • private bathroom,
  • toilet,
  • bathtub,
  • body soap
Dining & bars
  • wine glasses,
  • outdoor dining area (on balcony/patio),
  • outdoor furniture (on balcony/patio),
  • dining table,
  • electric kettle,
  • tea and coffee making facilities,
  • bottled water,
  • refrigerator
Paid extra services
  • towels,
  • key access,
  • wake-up service,
  • alarm clock,
  • wake-up call/alarm clock,
  • bed linen
Location & local attractions
  • view,
  • garden view,
  • pool view,
  • courtyard view,
  • balcony,
  • patio
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • toilet with grab rails,
  • walk-in shower (no step),
  • roll-in shower,
  • ground floor unit,
  • entire unit wheelchair accessible
Property safety & security
  • fire extinguisher (in room/apartment),
  • smoke detector,
  • carbon monoxide detector
Social distancing guidelines
  • individually controlled air conditioning for room

The family room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit is furnished with 2 beds.

Choose your ideal room at Basecamp Mafía Island

Our property offers a variety of accommodation options to best suit your needs and preferences. Below you will find a list of available room types:

  • Standard Double Room
  • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
  • Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
  • Standard Queen Room
  • Deluxe King Room
  • Family Room with Sea View

Please note that detailed availability and current prices for individual rooms will be visible after selecting your stay dates.

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Facilities and services

General property information General property information

parking available, pets are welcome, complimentary parking, on-site parking, private parking area, wi-fi throughout the property

On-site activities & leisure On-site activities & leisure

fishing opportunities, snorkeling trips, beach access, pop-up art exhibitions, hotel movie nights, guided walking tours, special themed dinners, bar happy hour, local culture tours or classes, live music and performances

Hotel services offered Hotel services offered

comprehensive internet access, wireless internet (wi-fi), complimentary wi-fi access

Dining & bars Dining & bars

on-site restaurant, hotel bar, breakfast served in room, barbecue facilities, take-away lunches, special dietary menus (on request), children's meals, child-friendly buffet, selection of wine/champagne, fresh fruit selection, on-site coffee shop

Pools, spa & wellness Pools, spa & wellness

spa & wellness sanctuary, massage therapies, outdoor swimming pool, exclusive private beach, year-round outdoor pool, prime beachfront location, scenic view pool, sunbeds and beach chairs, shade umbrellas, full spa amenities, spa relaxation lounge, curated spa/wellness packages, therapeutic back massage, relaxing neck massage, rejuvenating foot massage, romantic couples massage, invigorating head massage, soothing hand massage, comprehensive full body massage, main swimming pool, general swimming pool access

Transport & getting around Transport & getting around

convenient airport shuttle, on-site car rental, shuttle service (surcharge applies), airport transfer (surcharge applies), local public transport passes, airport meet and greet / pick up, convenient airport drop off, general shuttle transport

Reception & guest support Reception & guest support

24/7 front desk, quick check-in/check-out, currency exchange service, excursion booking desk, guest concierge services, individual check-in/check-out, invoices available

Shared spaces for guests Shared spaces for guests

access to hotel garden, rooftop sun deck, patio/outdoor seating, designated picnic spot

Family & entertainment Family & entertainment

dedicated entertainment team

Cleanliness & housekeeping Cleanliness & housekeeping

guest laundry service, professional dry cleaning, efficient ironing service, in-room trouser press, regular daily housekeeping

Business & conference facilities Business & conference facilities

conference and banquet facilities, business services center, fax and photocopying services

Other property amenities Other property amenities

smoke-free rooms, spacious family rooms, noise-reducing/soundproofed rooms, entirely non-smoking property, individually controlled air conditioning, allocated smoking zone, standard key entry, secure key card entry

Property safety & security Property safety & security

in-room safety deposit box, round-the-clock security personnel, integrated security alarm system, strategically placed smoke detectors, cctv surveillance in public areas, external property cctv surveillance, readily available fire extinguishers

Security systems Security systems

staff adherence to all local authority safety protocols, removal of shared non-essential items (menus, magazines, etc.), comprehensive first-aid kit accessible, access to qualified healthcare professionals

Social distancing guidelines Social distancing guidelines

seamless contactless check-in/check-out process, secure cashless payment methods accepted, strict adherence to physical distancing guidelines

Disinfection & cleaning procedures Disinfection & cleaning procedures

use of who-approved disinfectants effective against coronavirus, linens, towels, and laundry sanitised per local health guidelines, guest rooms disinfected thoroughly between stays, guest rooms sealed post-cleaning for safety, professional cleaning services utilised for property hygiene, option to decline room cleaning services during stay

Food & drink safety Food & drink safety

safe physical distancing in dining spaces, all dining ware (plates, cutlery, glasses) fully sanitised, hygienic takeaway breakfast containers, securely packaged food deliveries

Internet access

Complimentary wi-fi property-wide! The property offers internet services with free WiFi available in all areas.

Guest parking

Complimentary guest parking! The property offers free on-site parking, including a dedicated private parking area.

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Check-in, check-out, and payment policies

Check-in

From 15:00 Until 00:00 hours

Check-out

From 10:00 Until 10:30 hours

Children and extra beds

Children from 0 to 2 years old stay free of charge using cot. Guests must be at least 18 years old to check in. We welcome children of all ages.

Pets

Pets are permitted, with the possibility of an additional fee.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Use the GPS coordinates: -7.973315, 39.74751 to reach the destination.
Yes, Basecamp Mafía Island offers airport transfer.
Yes, Basecamp Mafía Island has a pool.
Yes, the property is often chosen by families.
Yes, the property offers various dining options. See the Amenities tab.
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Basecamp Mafía Island offers the perfect setting for a comfortable and memorable stay, tailored to every guest's needs, whatever the reason for travel.

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