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Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection

5.0 star property

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Villa, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Balcony) | Bathroom
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Outdoor pool, open 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Michamvi Rd, Dongwe, Unguja South Region
  • Place, Pingwe Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Dongwe Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Michamvi Kae Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Balcony)

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Balcony)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (Balcony)

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (Balcony)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Presidential Villa, 5 Bedrooms, Ocean View (Balcony)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 5 Double Beds

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About the area

Dongwe

When you stay at Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection in Dongwe, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Pingwe Beach and Dongwe Beach. .This beach hotel is 9.1 mi (14.7 km) from Jambiani Beach and 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Paje Beach.

What's nearby

  • Pingwe Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Dongwe Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Michamvi Kae Beach - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Paje Beach - 15 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Jambiani Beach - 17 min drive - 17.5 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bali Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Abdi’s Place - Best Restaurant In Zanzibar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kae Beach Restoraunt - ‬6 min drive
  • kae funk sunset beach bar
  • ‪Livingstone Terrace (Baraza Resort) - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection

Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection offers 51 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and laptop-compatible safes. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. In-room massages, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a health club.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include sports massages and Swedish massages.
Make yourself at home in one of the 51 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Your Select Comfort bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers with rainfall showerheads and bidets.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including a health club and an outdoor pool. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Free valet parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free secured, uncovered valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 23 for adults and USD 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Boat tours
  • Fitness classes
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sail boat
  • Snorkelling
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 23 for adults and USD 12 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property uses solar energy
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Le Mersenne Beach
Le Mersenne Zanzibar Autograph Collection
Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection Hotel
Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection Dongwe
Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection Hotel Dongwe

Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 71 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

giles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mixed bag

Negatives: Music from a DJ blasting out all afternoon and evening stopping you hear the waves breaking over the reefs. Sharp pool tiles that cause cuts. Dreadful late night reception staff. Dry cleaning service ruined clothes and didn't clean properly. Some bedrooms smelt of mould. Positives Lovely staff. Great views of the ocean. Well equipped gym. Modern hotel. Useful $5 taxi service to local town in the evening arranged by hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patience Kiyini, North Hills

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Latasha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is AMAZING! If you want a luxurious stay with good food and kind people go! I enjoyed every minute of my stay here and I would gladly stay here again and again. I went for my birthday and it was the best experience of my life.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Choicy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is clean, and the people were nice amd friendly. We enjoyed our experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trina

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I felt very welcomed when I first arrived at Le Mersenne Autograph Hotel. All of the staff are very nice and welcoming. Also the general manager Michael walks around and introduces himself to all the guess. I only have two little complaints about the room. The sliding door screen was off track and had a hole in the screen and the drapes were dirty at the bottom. But besides that my stay there was very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matilda Robert, Des Moines

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I did like the environment and the location. It's a getaway that never fades.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adedoyin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best place to stay in zanzibar, the staff are so kind and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning hotel, beautiful rooms overlooking the ocean. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Plenty to do from the hotel. Gym facility is great. Pool area is beautiful. Couldn’t recommend more!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gislain

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clementina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer care exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Kierra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Lasting Impact of a First Impression! It Matters!

My initial check-in process ruined my trip so much that I had to write Mariott International. It was after hours. During check-in, Chetzi was rude. There was no exchange of pleasantries or anything you'd expect at check-in to a hotel. In no way did he ask how we were doing. Our passports were requested. Begrudgingly, he pointed in the direction of things at the property without showing us or offering to show us later during our stay, His speech was very low & he was speeding through it. My friend sat further away and asked if there was a gym. He replied, "I already said that". His speech was low, how could she hear? I tapped my card to pay, but it was denied. His response was immediate. As if there were no other options. After a brief awkward pause, I asked, would you like to try it again? After painstakingly entering it into the wireless terminal again, it worked. As a result of his behavior & disposition, I was extremely dissatisfied. It's like he didn't realize we had traveled a long way. There was no "try again, maybe there's a technical problem, "do you have a backup card?" or "Did you notify your bank that you were traveling? " There was an issue of either a technical or user issue, but his final response was "Denied." As if he was insinuating that we should leave. I told his leadership that, and I presumed it would resolve the issue. However, Chetzi ignored our calls from the room. Even when there was an emergency. Due to that initial exchange, we did not feel welcomed
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the best experience ever ,the hotel is sooo clean,the staff and services at the hotel were amazing. I will definitely come back to this hotel when l visit Zanzibar again .
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

nigel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional ocean view from our balcony. Lovely villa, great food & attentive service. Highly recommended...
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ruskin

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Check in we had lot of time. About 3:30 pm checking done and we want to room. Rooms was not available till 3:30 as our check in time was 2
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aymeric, Darien

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Alma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Few dining options, friendly staff but at busy times, we waited a long time for service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and great staffs
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thamiah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional experience in every way.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Autumn

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Brandi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at the Le Mersenne and loved the detail and design of the room. Well appointed. The service was great, location is close to Paje Beach and the Treehouse Restaurant but also far from Stone Town and other popular beaches so plan to either book a driver or rent a car. We booked a scooter thru the hotel and traveled to Paje. DJ played great music at the hotel. We loved the vibe! With that said, a few things to be noted … Limited food options and we grew bored of the pricey options by day 2. The hotel is gorgeous but not as well kept as I prefer. Caulking issues, small wear and tear throughout. For the price and all the extras — tub facing the ocean, soak pool on deck, spacious amenities and great service … I was very pleased with my stay. The stickler in me loosened a bit and enjoyed myself truly.

10/10 Excellent

Annia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet property, pleasant staff. Rooms were clean with breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean. Not walkable to many things , would recommend renting a car as taxis can be a bit pricey. But it is very easy for the hotel to drop you off and pick you up . Would recommend if you need some peace and quiet .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024