Where to Stay in Mafia Island
Resorts, hotels, and accommodation options in Mafia Island
Accommodation Overview
Accommodation on Mafia Island ranges from the well-established Kinasi Lodge to mid-range properties like Pole Pole Resort and the unique treehouse-style Chole Mjini Lodge. The island's small scale means accommodation is limited but atmospheric, with most properties offering personalised service and intimate dining. Kinasi Lodge features its own dive centre with direct access to the marine park, while Pole Pole Resort offers comfortable bungalows in tropical gardens. Chole Mjini Lodge on Chole Island provides an extraordinary treehouse experience accessible by boat. Mafia Island Lodge near Kilindoni offers budget-friendly accommodation with easy access to the whale shark sites. Advance booking is essential as the island's limited room inventory fills quickly during whale shark season from October to March. The intimate scale of accommodation creates a close-knit diving community atmosphere.
Recommended Areas
Main town with budget to mid-range lodges near the airstrip
Lodge properties near the marine park dive departure points
Unique treehouse lodge accessible by boat with extraordinary character