The best hotels in Zanzibar

TOP 7 of the best hotels in Zanzibar

Zanzibar, a quaint tropical island nestled in the Indian Ocean, has been blossoming as a beach resort destination in recent years. Tourists are welcomed all year round by sprawling sandy beaches, a soothingly warm ocean, and an abundance of tropical fruit. Beyond the standard hotels and opulent villas, the island offers affordable bungalows and guest houses situated directly on the beach. Opting for these accommodations not only helps to economize your budget but also allows you to fully immerse yourself in the exotic ambiance of a tropical paradise.

Qambani Luxury Resort

Stars:
Minimum price / day: 291 €
Beach:

The beach is deserted, snow-white, impeccable. Local waters are bright blue, they are warm and transparent. The depth set is smooth, the entire coast is perfectly clear.

Description:

The hotel is in a quiet and peaceful area, surrounded by the Indian Ocean and dense forest. Near it there are no busy roads, large cities and other sources of noise. The local nature is left in its original form. It has clean air and stunning scenery.
The villas, the restaurant and the interior of the hotel are decorated with natural materials. The rooms have designer furniture and luxury bathrooms.
The local rooms are spacious villas with furnished terraces, a private beach, perfect renovation. The hotel staff is attentive, but not annoying. Every day it conducts thorough cleaning, replaces towels and linen, solves any problems.
There is no menu in the restaurant. Guests can voice the recipe and get the desired delicacy in the evening. All dishes are prepared with the freshest ingredients.
There is a gym, a lounge bar and a swimming pool with panoramic views. There is free parking, laundry, good internet.
Qambani Luxury Resort with its own beach is the standard of a quiet, beautiful and comfortable place to relax.

Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort

Stars:
Minimum price / day: 332 €
Beach:

The beach is small, covered with white sand and surrounded by dense vegetation. It is almost deserted and perfectly clean.

Description:

The hotel overlooking the lagoon, located 27 km from Zanzibar. It has a small but very green area, covered with palm trees, cypresses and conifers. For guests, there is a botanical garden with all the plants of the island. It is home to many exotic butterflies and the most beautiful birds in the world.
Guests are accommodated in comfortable villas with furnished terraces, far from each other. Some of the rooms are located right by the ocean, the rest of the accommodation is surrounded by rainforest and garden plants. Each house contains several spacious rooms, a well-kept courtyard with comfortable furniture, huge beds and widescreen TVs.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served A la Carte. We pamper our guests with fresh juices, fresh fish, seafood and delicious desserts. Alcohol is also at the level - they offer the best brands of champagne, whiskey, wine and prepare amazing tropical cocktails.
The hotel has a swimming pool, SPA-center, jacuzzi, lounge bar. Guests can count on a free shuttle service, 24-hour service, a quick solution to any problems.
Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort is a premium hotel on the first line of the beach, embodying comfort and good service.

Baraza Resort and Spa Zanzibar

Stars:
Minimum price / day: 494 €
Beach:

It is clean, beautiful, well-groomed. However, during low tides, the ocean becomes shallow. The depth set is smooth, the water is of bright blue.

Description:

The luxury hotel overlooking the bay, decorated with traditional Zanzibar furniture. It is located 10 meters from the ocean. On its territory there are luxurious gardens with palm trees, flower bushes, neat lawns.
The buildings, courtyard and living areas are decorated in a Moorish style. The territory is decorated with fountains, antique dishes and furniture, designer lamps. Local rooms are luxurious villas with spacious rooms and perfect renovation. They are equipped with widescreen televisions, huge beds, air conditioning, mini-bars. Cleaning and linen are provided daily. Every corner of the hotel shines with cleanliness and well-groomed.
The staff is helpful. Problems are solved in a matter of minutes, they immediately respond to every request. The menu changes every day, the choice of dishes is wide. Meals are adjusted in accordance with the wishes of the guests.
Diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, canoeing, hiking and car excursions around the island are organized for guests. The complex has a kids club, tennis court, gym, massage and SPA center.
Baraza Resort and Spa Zanzibar with its own beach resembles a palace. It is in such conditions that the Zanzibar sultans would live if they were lucky enough to be born in the 21st century.

Zanzi Resort

Stars:
Minimum price / day: 196 €
Beach:

The beach is big, beautiful, deserted. The water is bright blue, the surface and bottom are soft, the set of depth is smooth. Suits for a vacation with children.

Description:

Hotel on the Indian Ocean, surrounded by water and rainforest. It consists of several villas located in a quite and stunningly beautiful wilderness. There is a huge green area and a minimum number of vacationers. There are no outsiders at all.
Guests are accommodated in spacious houses with private beaches and pools, furnished terrace and lush gardens. Housing is simple but tasteful. It is equipped with safes, satellite TV, luxurious beds, powerful air conditioning, panoramic windows with ocean views. All furniture and appliances shine with novelty.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served right on the beach, in the room, in a restaurant or in any other place that guests like. The hotel has entertainment managers. They organize horseback riding, canoeing, cycling, car excursions, snorkeling, fishing, windsurfing and other activities. For kids, there is a kids club, animation teams, nannies. The hotel also has a SPA center with cosmetic and massage treatments, a gym, a restaurant and a lounge bar.
The hotel menu changes every week. It is adjusted according to the preferences of guests. There are food options for vegans, raw foodists, and other people with a special taste.
Zanzi Resort is a beach on the first line of the sea, which you do not want to leave under any circumstances...

Anna of Zanzibar

Stars:
Minimum price / day: 302 €
Beach:

The beach is few steps from the room. It is clean, well-groomed, covered with soft and snow-white sand. There are sun umbrellas, sun loungers and dining tables.

Description:

A quite hotel in a tropical garden on the east coast of Zanzibar. It consists of 5 villas, remote from each other. Outsiders are not allowed in the complex.
The villas are located right on the beach. They combine colonial and Zanzibar design, contain several spacious rooms, have terraces. Luxurious gardens with hammocks and upholstered furniture are nearby. The rooms are large. They include a private beach area and a luxurious balcony. All windows face the ocean.
Pets are allowed in the hotel. For guests, they organize excursions to the main attractions of the island, airport transfers, romantic or family evenings.
The staff is friendly but not intrusive. It delivers food to any place you like, conducts daily cleaning and changes linen, quickly responds to any wishes.
The local restaurant prepares dishes from all types of meat, seafood, fresh dish. Vegetarians and vegans are offered a wide selection of dishes. The hotel has a laundry, SPA-center, a bar with a lounge area, a large pool. Here you can use the services of a nanny, concierge, butler.
Anna of Zanzibar is a hotel on the first line of the beach with African hospitality, European service and an attentive approach to the needs o guests.

The Z Hotel Nungwi

Stars:
Minimum price / day: 190 €
Beach:

It is snow-white, clean, well-groomed. It is impossible to swim during the day due to low tides, at this time tourists wander along the shore in search of beautiful shells and starfish. Locals do not enter the hotel, but outside it they are trying to trade with tourists.

Description:

Modern hotel located in a small village. Near it there are no cities and busy roads. But there are several shops. pharmacies, currency exchange offices and restaurants with colorful cuisine. It is quite and very beautiful. On the internal territory there is a natural stone pool overlooking the Indian Ocean. It is surrounded by gardens, tables, chairs and sun loungers.
The rooms are medium in size with traditional African motifs. They are equipped with air conditioning, safes, large TVs. The beds are large and comfortable. Cleaning and linen change is carried out every day.
Sun loungers by the pool are free, there are a lot of them (enough for everyone even in high tourist season). The food is no frills, but tasty. Breakfast includes scrambled eggs, pancakes, sausages, several types of side dishes, and the freshest fruits (mangoes and pineapples are especially good). Lunch and dinner are at the level of a good European restaurant on the Mediterranean coast. Nearby there are many restaurants with lower prices and a wide selection of local dishes.
The hotel has a SPA center with massages and beauty treatments. There is a lounge bar on the roof. Dry cleaning and laundry are available.
The Z Hotel Nungwi is a good hotel on the first line of the beach, fully justifying its price.

Melia Zanzibar

Stars:
Minimum price / day: 235 €
Beach:

The beach is long, wide, snow-white. On the shore you can safely walk barefoot. The water is clear, the ocean is bright blue, the set of depth is smooth. Locals do not bother tourists.

Description:

Hotel in a colourful African village. It is located a few meters from the ocean. On its shore there is a beautiful wooden pier, cozy bungalows, hammocks and upholstered furniture. There is also a swimming pool with a bar area, free sun loungers and deck chairs.
The local restaurant is located right on the water. The food is varied. The menu includes African, European, Asian and American dishes. Tourists can enjoy several restaurants, as well as a lounge bar with great snacks.
The rooms are medium in size with ocean view and brand new furniture. They are equipped with safes, refrigerators, air conditioning, mini-bars. The room is cleaned daily at a decent level.
The hotel has a kids club, gym, SPA center with massage, sauna and beauty treatments. There is a business center, dry cleaning and laundry services.
The complex is located between the rainforest and the ocean. There are very beautiful landscapes.
Melia Zanzibar is a hotel on the first line of the beach with an ideal value for money.

TOP 7 of the best hotels in Zanzibar

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