Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 45 reviews.
Malte
Tanzania · Group of friends · December 2025
“A place for nature lovers!”
+The atmosphere was great, an interesting and inspiring mix of tourists and volunteers! Whaleshark tours organized by Kitu Kiblu are very responsible and respectful.
−Absolutely nothing to complain!
Josie
Mongolia · Solo · February 2025
“Exceptional”
+I just came back from a week in Kita Kiblu and I wish I could have stayed longer! Everyone at Kita Kiblu is so kind, welcoming and fun; when my travel plans changed last minute I was welcomed back as a friend and I very much hope to visit again soon. As a solo traveller, it was very easy to socialize with guests due to the friendly vibes, lovely bar with views of the sunset and the communal dining. The food at lunch and dinner was excellent and incredibly good value - we had a three course dinner including fresh fish every day and vegetarian guests are well catered-for. My room was very cute and the outdoor shower is lovely. The whale shark encounters were very well-run and Luka, the whale shark interns and the boat crew ensured we had a good experience. The manager Betty works so hard to look after everyone and creates a very special atmosphere on Mafia Island. Eva and the reception staff were super friendly and really helpful! Asante sana na tutuonane tena 🙏
Karla
Germany · Group of friends · February 2025
“We had an awesome stay and would recommend it to everyone who would like to visit Mafia Island!”
+We were a group of three young people and had the best time at Kitu Kiblu!! A friend recommended this place and we never regretted it. We hade a great time, everyone is friendly and welcoming from the staff they also provide great possibility to see the whalesharks in a responsible and nice way. So all over we would definitely come back!
−Nothing to say just a lovely place!
Idan
Israel · Couple · January 2025
“Pleasant”
+We liked the privacy of the bungalow.
−The property charged us before arrival when we clearly selected on the booking we want to pay on arrival. The staff tried at the checkout to raise the price of the stay by charging us for transportation we never asked for and by trying to roll the money transfer fees on to us. When we insisted on paying no more than the price stated on booking.com the property manager slammed shut her laptop and yelled at us.
Marcusmaz
United States · Couple · January 2025
“10/10 All Around!”
+Wonderful team and great facilities! Everyone was so incredibly welcoming, supportive and friendly during our stay, taking the time to visit with us during meals and helping to accommodate our relatively packed time on Mafia. We felt truly at home and only wish we had stayed longer to enjoy the grounds. Upon arrival we were promptly greeted by curious monkeys and saw several elephant shrews as a bonus to our stay. The whale shark excursions that they offer are best on the island (we tried one other operator as well), being not only efficiently run and catering to all demographics, but also very educational and responsibly run by a team that is clearly passionate and informed about the animals. Excellent adventure - thanks for making our time so special :)
−No complaints - we really enjoyed all aspects of our stay, which had much more character and charm than the seemingly cookie cutter resorts down in other parts of the island
Karim
Netherlands · Group of friends · January 2025
“Exceptional”
Norman
Czechia · Couple · October 2024
“Superb”
+We loved our treehouse at Kitu Kiblu. The treehouse has just been amazing and such a nice experience. We loved to stay private in the house but also gathering together with others during lunch and dinner. The staff was super nice, the bill was a bit messy in the end but that was not an issue. We would love to come back!
Wahrenberger
Switzerland · Solo · August 2026
+Zu Fuss von Fähre und Flughafen ins Paradies mit Sandwegen, Strand, Bar, Restaurant, viel Natur und doch ein sicheres Zimmer. Affen, Flughunde, Einsiedlerkrebse, Bush Babies, Vögel. Und sehr freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal. Allen Danke für ganz vieles, Salama für den Service und Suaheli beibringen, Modi für Service, Verartzten, Tipps, Gespräche, zusammen YoungA anfeuern, Hiltrude für die Auskünfte zu jeder Zeit.
Birgit
Austria · Solo · March 2026
“Magisches Dschungelcamp”
+Dieser Ort ist einzigartig und wunderschön. Man schläft in Zelten unter riedgedeckten Dächern auf dem Plateau eines Stelzenhauses. Mitten im Dschungel. Und trotzdem gleich am Meer. Die Atmosphäre ist unbezahlbar. Der Standard ist rudimentär, speziell die Duschen, aber genau das macht den Charme aus! Das Essen war für die lokalen Verhältnisse herausragend gut. Am Gelände tummeln sich viele Tiere denen man mit etwas Glück begegnen darf: Affen, Bushbabys, der Elefanten-Shruh, Tausendfüßler, Geckos, Eichkätzchen, ... Ich kann den Besuch wirklich nur empfehlen! Der Ort befasst sich außerdem intensiv mit den Walhaien und man kann von hier aus günstig buchen und weiß sich in sicheren Händen. Auf das Wohlergehen von Mensch und vor allem Toer wird viel Wert gelegt.
−Nicht geeignet für Menschen die nicht soo gerne draußen sind. In den Zelten (Netze statt Fenster) gibt es logischerweise keine Klimaanlage, aber einen Ventilator. Ich fand die Atmosphäre sehr angenehm zum Schlafen. Gelegentlich Stromausfälle, aber das liegt nicht an der Anlage selbst. Die ganze Insel ist betroffen. Damit muss man rechnen, auch auf Sansibar!