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Island, hamlet and former Swahili city-state in Lindi Region, Tanzania
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Kilwa is an island and a small village in Southeast Tanzania.
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About the cheapest place in town, rooms are spacious but a little grubby (though not unclean). It has electricity (some of the time), and while it has running water, there is only one tap for the entire guest house. Facilities are shared, and showers involve using a bucket.
This is the main local (read cheap) place in town. It's in the centre of town and recommended for people not wanting to pay tourist prices. Rooms are clean and some have AC. Best to avoid the restaurant, as there are many better places around town.
Beautiful beach front accommodation. Offers accommodation at a variety of price points, accepts Visa and online bookings.
This hotel's rooms have a sea view and clean facilities, and the restaurant/bar caters great food and drinks all day long. Book online via email or call the hotel directly.
Prices are by room based on occupancy: room with 1 person is US$100 w/ full board, room with 4 people is US$190 w/full board, therefore a good choice for families.
Flights on Coastal Airways arrive in the late afternoon and depart early the next morning back to Dar es Salaam, therefore you must spend the night.
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