Name: Smile Boutique Beach hotel
Address: Nungwi, Nungwi, Tanzania, Nungwi, Tanzania
Rating: 8.05

Guest reviews

8.1

Very good

Based on 425 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Couple

44%

Family

14%

Group

29%

Solo

11%

What guests think

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

At Smiles Beach Hotel, travelers consistently praise the beachfront location in quieter Nungwi and the genuinely friendly staff, while feedback on dining and some room features is mixed, making the experience depend on what matters most to you.

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10

Frank Robert

7 Feb 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Was a bit worried due to the negative reviews but I can’t say anything than this was very very good. Comfortable beds, basically on the beach (the pictures ain’t lying) and the staff were very helpful and kind. Negatives: It’s a dry hotel. No alcohol. But you have amazing restaurants just 50 meters. I also thought they were difficult to communicate with before my stay. No answer on my email to them. They responded on WhatsApp after a couple of days.

8

Susanne

13 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

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10

Donna

10 Nov 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Smiles was lovely. Comfortable rooms, ok breakfast, very nice dinners. Always fishing boats to watch when the tide is in. Great swimming beach when the tide was coming and going. I would recommend this small non alcoholic Beach Hotel. Lots of shopping and restaurants just outside their gate. Security was very good.

4

KATIA

3 Nov 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Too long to get any drink or food from the restaurant - a lot of employees but not efficient, when ordering a drink it took 40 minutes to get something which is very long when you are thirsty, same for the food. No service existing on the beach, neither at the swimming pool. Basically you are ok in the hotel if you do not need anything…

8

Stefanie Babette Maria

14 Oct 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

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Nungwi, Nungwi, Tanzania

Location

Located in Nungwi, Smiles Beach Hotel is on a private beach. Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Nungwi Beach and Kendwa Beach. Mnemba Island is another place to visit that comes recommended. Kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.

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Property policies

Check-in instructions

Everything you need to know for a smooth check-in.

Check-in

Check-out

From 14:00 to 17:00

Before 11:00

FAQs

Yes, free parking is available on-site.

Check-in is from 14:00 to 17:00, and check-out is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out availability is not mentioned.

The hotel is located in Nungwi on a private beach, close to attractions like Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium, Nungwi Beach, and Kendwa Beach. Kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling are available nearby.

Yes, there is an outdoor pool and a children's pool available on-site.

Smile Boutique Beach hotel

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