Situated just 50 metres from the beach, Bellevue Zanzibar in Bwejuu offers dolphin, crab-catching and Stone Town tours. Kite surfing, snorkeling and scuba diving opportunities are also available. The rooms are colourfully decorated and include Zanzibari-style furniture. All rooms come with a private balcony or terrace and en suite bathroom with shower. The a la carte restaurant serves a daily selection of fresh dishes. At Bellevue Zanzibar a range of board games and books are also available for guests to use. The guesthouse is just 2 km from Bwejuu village and a 1-hour drive from Stone Town, the old town centre of Zanzibar.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

Breakfast info

Continental, Halal, Gluten-free

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
or
2 single beds
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
2 single beds
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
8.4
Location
8.3
Free WiFi
8.0
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Catherine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Simple, relaxing cottages just one minute from the beach. Super-helpful hosts who organised transfers, recommended restaurants and helped with onward accommodation. Lovely bar/restaurant and seating area open to the warm breeze. (Shakauka highly...
  • Sue
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The setting is lovely and the vibe is very relaxed and friendly. The staff were a joy and although the rooms are pretty basic they are quirky and give a sense of adventure. Just down the steps to the white sandy beach and access to a large...
  • Stephan
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Location is great, food is great, people are fantastic!
Quality rating
This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Host Information

9
9
Host review score
Host review score
Bellevue Guesthouse is set in a beautifully forested area on a cliff overlooking the ocean and offers a unique, warm, personal and cosy place where you can relax and unwind. We offer a rustic, authentic experience for the intrepid traveller. With our dedicated and friendly staff, access to the beautiful sandy beach just a few metres away, and to our sister property - Kijani Beach Villas' restaurant, you're guaranteed an experience like no other. We look forward to sharing our slice of paradise with you and helping you create memories of a lifetime!
After traveling around the world seeing many places, we have settled in Bellevue. A great adventure to live on this magical Island. During your stay we will try to give you the best Zanzibar experience possible.
Activities such as Kitesurfing Snorkelling Dhow trips Diving Exploring on bicycles Sunset cruises Standup Paddle Boarding Maalum Caves Jozani Forest to see the colobus monkeys Spice Farms The historic Stone Town filled with culture, heritage and architecture Seafood restaurants The Seaweed Centre
Languages spoken: English,Dutch

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      African • French • Indian • Italian • Middle Eastern • Seafood • Sushi • Local • Asian • International • European
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Romantic

Facilities of Bellevue Zanzibar

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Bathrobe
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Concierge service
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
Entertainment and family services
  • Strollers
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Mosquito net
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Laptop safe
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Infinity pool
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Dutch

House rules
Bellevue Zanzibar takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$30 is required on arrival. That's about £22. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 7 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests aged between 18 and 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroCash
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 09:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are advised to pay in cash.

Please inform Bellevue Zanzibar in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 09:00:00.

A damage deposit of US$30 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Bellevue Zanzibar

  • Bellevue Zanzibar offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Games room
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Beachfront
    • Private beach area
    • Beach
    • Bicycle rental
    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Bike tours
    • Swimming Pool

  • Guests staying at Bellevue Zanzibar can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Halal
    • Gluten-free
    • À la carte

  • The prices at Bellevue Zanzibar may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Bellevue Zanzibar is 1.1 miles from the centre of Bwejuu. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Bellevue Zanzibar has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Check-in at Bellevue Zanzibar is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Room options at Bellevue Zanzibar include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Triple
    • Bungalow