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Aerial view of floating Underwater Room suite at Manta Resort Pemba Island surrounded by turquoise Indian Ocean waters
The Manta Resort
4.3 Sustainability Rating
Sleep above the sea, wake beneath the waves
Manta Resort is a secluded oceanfront sanctuary on Pemba Island, offering uniquely immersive experiences—from sleep¬ing in a floating “Underwater Room” to snorkeling pristine coral reefs and unwinding at a barefoot-chic beach club. With sustainably‑built villas, attentive service, and an emphasis on island-inspired wellbeing, it’s the perfect romantic escape for those seeking luxury off the beaten track.
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Rooms
Underwater Room
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2Experience three levels of unmatched seclusion in this iconic floating suite, anchored 250 metres off Pemba Island’s coast. Sunbathe or stargaze on the rooftop deck, unwind on the sea-level landing with a lounge and open-air bathroom, then descend to the magical underwater bedroom, surrounded by 360° glass panes for an immersive marine show day and night. Includes: Private boat transfer, rooftop and sea-level lounging areas, eco-friendly bathroom, stocked minibar, snorkelling gear, and 24/7 on-call support via mobile phone.
Superior Garden Room
The Superior Garden Rooms boast a spacious and private open-plan design, with a four-posted king size bed, a large en-suite bathroom and a private garden with outdoor shower. Created from local materials and traditional Pemban decor with contemporary comfort. In addition a large Swahili baraza lounge provides the perfect place to relax in the peacefulness of the garden.
Standard Garden Room
1•2The Standard Garden Rooms have a private open-plan design, with a four-posted king size bed, en-suite bathroom and private garden with outdoor shower. Created from local materials and traditional Pemban decor with contemporary comfort. In addition a small balcony allows our guests a shady spot to relax in the garden.
Seafront villa
The Seafront Villas boast a spacious and private open-plan design, with a centered king size bed and large en-suite bathroom. The villas feature a perfect blend of traditional Pemban decor with contemporary comfort. In addition, our newly installed state of the art EveningBreeze cooling system provides comfort without noise or drafts. After selecting your preferred sleeping climate, cool clean air will gently circulate over the surface of your bed—carrying with it the promise of a good night’s sleep.
Underwater Room
1•2Experience three levels of unmatched seclusion in this iconic floating suite, anchored 250 metres off Pemba Island’s coast. Sunbathe or stargaze on the rooftop deck, unwind on the sea-level landing with a lounge and open-air bathroom, then descend to the magical underwater bedroom, surrounded by 360° glass panes for an immersive marine show day and night. Includes: Private boat transfer, rooftop and sea-level lounging areas, eco-friendly bathroom, stocked minibar, snorkelling gear, and 24/7 on-call support via mobile phone.
Superior Garden Room
The Superior Garden Rooms boast a spacious and private open-plan design, with a four-posted king size bed, a large en-suite bathroom and a private garden with outdoor shower. Created from local materials and traditional Pemban decor with contemporary comfort. In addition a large Swahili baraza lounge provides the perfect place to relax in the peacefulness of the garden.
Standard Garden Room
1•2The Standard Garden Rooms have a private open-plan design, with a four-posted king size bed, en-suite bathroom and private garden with outdoor shower. Created from local materials and traditional Pemban decor with contemporary comfort. In addition a small balcony allows our guests a shady spot to relax in the garden.
Seafront villa
The Seafront Villas boast a spacious and private open-plan design, with a centered king size bed and large en-suite bathroom. The villas feature a perfect blend of traditional Pemban decor with contemporary comfort. In addition, our newly installed state of the art EveningBreeze cooling system provides comfort without noise or drafts. After selecting your preferred sleeping climate, cool clean air will gently circulate over the surface of your bed—carrying with it the promise of a good night’s sleep.
Facilities
The below facilities are available at this stay:
- Wi-Fi
- Bar / Lounge
- Spa
- Laundry service
- Library
- Indoor Pool
- Outdoor Pool
- Restaurant
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