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Sahari Zanzibar 4 stars

Bwejuu Beach, Bwejuu

Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Sahari Zanzibar in Bwejuu is situated on a white, sandy beach. The hotel has a 24-hour front desk.

The rooms are decorated in typical Colonial style and offer a small patio with sea views. They feature a four-poster bed with mosquito nets, a fan and a fridge. The private bathrooms have a shower with hot and cold water. Amazing place, amazing staff & amazing food. I loved every corner of this place, it's so relaxing and beautiful here. The food topped my experience here. We tried almost everything in their menu and everything was perfect. The manager went out of his way to make us feel confortable from the moment we arrived till the time we left. Can't wait to come back to this place! 💚🖤💙

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9
Superb
506 reviews
Price from
£75
per night

Zanzibar House Boutique Hotel

Matemwe

Situated on a private sand beach overlooking the Indian Ocean, Zanzibar House in Matemwe features a swimming pool and bar. Scuba diving and snorkeling opportunities are also available.

The spacious rooms have views of the palm grove garden or the Indian Ocean, and include terraces with seating areas. Free Wi-Fi is available is all areas. Where do I start? Absolutely beautiful hotel ran by the nicest couple. I needed to recharge far from the madding crowd and this was the perfect place. Fabulous hotel! Don’t look anywhere else , Zanzibar House is the perfect getaway.

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9.2
Superb
177 reviews
Price from
£91
per night

Mamamapambo Boutique Hotel

Jambiani

Mamamapambo Boutique Hotel is situated in the seaside village of Jambiani on the southeast coast of Zanzibar island. The hotel is built directly on the beach and is surrounded by lush vegetation.

Each room is decorated in an ethnic style and has a large 4-poster bed draped in mosquito nets and has a patio. The spacious bathroom includes a large shower. The atmosphere of the hotel makes you relax immediately. The attentive staff and management. The rustic style of the hotel. I stayed there over Xmas and a dinner was organized by the hotel where guests were invited, that was a great gesture.

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9
Superb
96 reviews
Price from
£77
per night

Mizingani Seafront Hotel 4 stars

Zanzibar City

The bright, air-conditioned rooms feature Zanzibari décor and feature a private entrance. They come fitted with a seating area, mosquito net draped over the bed, a flat-screen satellite TV and a safe. The private bathroom come with a uniquely designed bathtub or shower. Very charismatic place to stay

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8.2
Very good
2,127 reviews
Price from
£72
per night

Tembo House Hotel 4 stars

Zanzibar City

Offering three pool and restaurant, the historic Tembo House Hotel is located in Zanzibar City, a 3-minute walk from the Old Fort and House of Wonders. Free Wi-Fi access is available.

Decorated with wood carved furniture, and offering a Swahili four-poster bed, each room features a seating area with TV, air conditioning and a bathroom with shower and traditional hammam bath. Most of the rooms feature a balcony with sea or pool views. Excellent location overlooking the ocean and close to the town. Lovely oriental decor. I stayed in a sea view balcony room which was very comfortable, had a huge big bath and wonderful views to watch the sun set from the balcony. Staff were really helpful and friendly and breakfast was fantastic

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8.2
Very good
4,683 reviews
Price from
£80
per night

Dhow Palace Hotel 4 stars

Zanzibar City

Centrally located in Zanzibar’s Stone Town, Dhow Palace Hotel is set in a historical building from 1559. It features a swimming pool, restaurant and roof-top terrace with panoramic views.

Each spacious room comes with air conditioning and Zanzibari-style furniture and décor. The rooms also include satellite TV and an electric kettle. The en suite bathrooms are equipped with a hairdryer. It’s right in the middle of town and so easy to navigate from. The rooms are just beautiful, and the pool and restaurant area are lovely.

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8.2
Very good
1,895 reviews
Price from
£65
per night

Moonshine Uroa Boutique Hotel

Uroa

Offering beach front accommodation in Uroa, on the eastern coast of Unguja, Moonshine Uroa Boutique Hotel is privately owned and features an outdoor pool and a restaurant.

With sea or garden views, the spacious rooms at Moonshine Uroa Boutique Hotel include air conditioning and a bathroom with bath or shower. The beds are draped with a mosquito net. Amazing hotel- we were a group of 6 people and all of us are fully satisfied. We once had a problem with the water and the staff fixed it in 5 minutes- this is all the bad things I can say :D The food at the restaurant is great, the staff is very polite and smiling, the rooms were cleaned every day and sprayed against insects. Overall the hotel is great- you wake up, open your door, pass through a frangipani and you are on the beach! Really amazing place for friends or for couples :)

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8
Very good
351 reviews
Price from
£40
per night

Forodhani Park Hotel 4 stars

Zanzibar City

Offering a rooftop terrace with outdoor pool and cafe, Forodhani Park Hotel in Stown Town is conveniently located at the Old Fort and just across the road from Forodhani Gardens.

Rooms at Forodhani Park Hotel are equipped with air conditioning, ceiling fan, flat-screen TV and en-suite bathroom. Most of the rooms have a balcony facing the Old Fort. staff very friendly and helpful specially Abdul

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8.1
Very good
790 reviews
Price from
£56
per night

Indigo Beach Zanzibar 4 stars

Bwejuu Beach, Bwejuu

Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Indigo Beach Zanzibar is located in Bwejuu. Free WiFi access is available in this resort.

The rooms contain Swahili-style furnishings and the bathrooms come with a shower and free toiletries. Extras include a fan. Excellent staff and accommodated my toddler's food requirements without hassle. Food was very tasty.

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8.6
Fabulous
247 reviews
Price from
£87
per night

Pongwe Bay Resort 4 stars

Pongwe

Pongwe Bay Resort is situated on Pongwe Beach. This beachfront resort is surrounded by a lush and tropical garden, white sand beach and a swimming pool.

With a private entrance, the units at Pongwe Bay Resort feature thatched-roofs and Swahili elements of décor. The rooms are air-conditioned and have a mosquito net draped over the bed, a sofa and a patio offering views of the pool, garden or sea. I love the staff!!! I had so much fun during my stay! I traveled solo and it was such an amazing experience staying at Pongwe Bay! 🙏🏼😍

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8.9
Fabulous
570 reviews
Price from
£78
per night

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