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Located in Kiwengwa, a few steps from Kiwengwa Beach, Zanzibella Hotel & SPA provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. A hot tub and a car rental service are available for guests. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

You can play billiards at this 5-star hotel, and the area is popular for canoeing. I had an amazing stay at this hotel and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a luxurious getaway in Zanzibar! From the moment I arrived, the staff made me feel welcome with their kindness and professionalism. The rooms were spacious, beautifully decorated, and always spotless, with breathtaking ocean views. The food was outstanding fresh seafood, tropical fruits, and delicious local dishes made every meal a delight. The beach was well-maintained, and although seaweed appears naturally, a dedicated team cleaned it daily, ensuring a perfect seaside experience. The pool area was stunning, offering a relaxing atmosphere with plenty of sun loungers and excellent service. I also enjoyed the spa, where soothing massages in a peaceful setting provided the ultimate relaxation. The hotel organizes fantastic excursions, including a visit to the famous Prison Island and unforgettable sunset dhow cruises. Everything about this place exceeded my expectations, and I will definitely be back!

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9.1
Superb
1,550 reviews
Price from
US$150
per night

Facing the beachfront, Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique offers 5-star accommodation in Matemwe and features free bikes, outdoor swimming pool and garden. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a tour desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel has a terrace and sea views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. Wonderful hotel! Excellent room, service, and food – and an absolutely stunning beach.

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9.5
Exceptional
203 reviews
Price from
US$189
per night

Set in Paje, 700 metres from Paje Beach, Samawa Living offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has garden views, and guests can enjoy access to a terrace and to a bar. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property. Very helpful staff I came last minute checked in at midnight and it didn’t cause any trouble. Everyone was lovely and super helpful the hotel is super new and the room very spacious

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9.5
Exceptional
494 reviews
Price from
US$218.41
per night

Facing the beachfront, Be Zanzibar Boutique Hotel offers 5-star accommodation in Mfumbwi and features an outdoor swimming pool, garden and private beach area. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Offering free WiFi throughout the property, the allergy-free hotel has a spa centre. Absolutely loved my stay at this hotel in Zanzibar - it's easily the best I've experienced in the Island! Everything was a perfect 10/10: from the impeccable service to the room comfort, the excellent facilities, and the delicious food. The staff, including the incredibly friendly hotel owner, went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. I'm already looking forward to my next visit!

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9.5
Exceptional
446 reviews
Price from
US$282
per night

Facing the beachfront, Sensations Eco-Chic Hotel offers 5-star accommodation in Pwani Mchangani Mdogo and features an outdoor swimming pool, garden and private beach area. The property has a bar, as well as a restaurant serving African cuisine. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. + the food was excellent + the atmosphere was calm and relaxing + the members of staff were amazing <3 + the bungalow was spacious

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9.3
Superb
284 reviews
Price from
US$300
per night

Set in Zanzibar City, 90 metres from Stone Town Beach, The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The accommodation provides a concierge service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests. The staff were very welcoming and kind. I can’t emphasize it enough. They make you feel like home. And the interiors are very aesthetically appealing

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9
Superb
280 reviews
Price from
US$483
per night

Set in Jambiani, a few steps from Paje Beach, Alma Boutique Hotel offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Among the facilities at this property are a shared lounge and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool and sea views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar.

You can play billiards and darts at this 5-star hotel, and the area is popular for canoeing and cycling. The calmness and the classy experience also the staff were extremely friendly and elegant and I had a situation that I went to hospital during the whole dinner time and I asked to make exception to me because I was very sick and didn’t have anything to eat the whole day and I finished from hospital after the dinner time (10:00 PM) already and what they did is they made a complete 2 dinner tables setup in my room with all what I ordered 💙💙

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9.3
Superb
150 reviews
Price from
US$370
per night

Situated in Nungwi, 41 km from Kichwele Forest Reserve, Safira Blu Luxury Resort & Villas features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. This 5-star hotel offers a private beach area, room service and free WiFi. The hotel has a terrace and sea views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. The stay was amazing, the whole team was working around the clock to make sure all guests requests are addressed. Strongly recommended for anyone looking for a quiet and relaxed vacation.

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9.8
Exceptional
192 reviews
Price from
US$1,008.27
per night

Located in Pongwe, a few steps from Pongwe Beach, TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. There is a wellness area, bar and restaurant serving African cuisine. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property.

The area is popular for fishing and cycling, and car hire is available at this 5-star hotel. The rooms were very clean, very comfortable, and the staff was amazing. They went over and beyond to help make my stay enjoyable. I highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting Zanzibar!

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9.1
Superb
413 reviews
Price from
US$263
per night

Located in Pongwe, a few steps from Pongwe Beach, Karibu Beach Resort provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a private beach area and a shared lounge. Featuring a terrace, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and room service. Lovely and safe property, staff is attentive and responsive. Delicious food, property right next to beach. Medium sized, which I liked because I didn't want to be surrounded by too many people while on vacation.

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9.1
Superb
401 reviews
Price from
US$190
per night

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