Botanica Eco Lodge – Stay in Michamvi Kae, Zanzibar

The lodge sits on a planted garden with over 2,000 local and imported fruit trees, palms, flowers, and trees. Guests can walk barefoot across the grounds, a rare safety feature among bungalow properties in Michamvi. Solar power provides lighting throughout the property, and the pool offers a view with a shallow end and a fence around it.

Each bungalow has a private bathroom and a mosquito net around the bed. The hotel offers free aloe vera from its own garden for sunburnt skin and bites. Guests can request water refills from 20L bottles in the room to limit plastic use.

The on-site restaurant serves Italian, Mediterranean, and local cuisines for lunch and dinner, with vegetarian options. Breakfast can be delivered to the room, including vegetarian and vegan choices. The bar offers wine and champagne, and special diet menus are available upon request.

The hotel offers bicycle rental and walking tours, with a free Michamvi tour provided by the host. Cycling routes connect to the surrounding area, including Michamvi Kae Beach, a 14-minute walk away. Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park lies 50 km from the property.

Children have access to an indoor play area and a kids' pool, with babysitting services available on request. The hotel provides family rooms and a fence around the pool for added safety. Daily housekeeping and laundry services are included.

Garden: Over 2,000 trees and plants, safe barefoot walking

Energy: Solar-powered lighting

Pool: View pool with shallow end and fence

Dining: Italian, Mediterranean, and local cuisines with vegetarian options

Family: Kids' pool, indoor play area, babysitting

Eco: Free aloe vera, water refill bottles