Evening meals could do with more variety.

Staff were so friendly & helpful, room 5 had great sea views, infinity pool & beach bar area were fantastic. Amazing location. Housekeeping kept the room clean & tidy (plus evening turn down service). Finished our holiday completely relaxed & refreshed with wonderful memories.

Stayed in June 2024

The menu was very limited. We stayed 6 nights so it was very repetitive at a point.

The pool area and the fact that it wasn’t many guests

Stayed in June 2024

It's a great place to relax

Stayed in June 2024

Some staff were friendlier than others and they ran out of some types of drinks and food as they were closing for 4 weeks.

The location was remote, ocean views and had a luxurious feel.

Stayed in April 2024

Zanbluu beach resort exceeded all our expectations during our 7-night stay! The room was nothing short of luxurious, with every detail meticulously attended to. Waking up to the breathtaking view of the ocean from our bed was like a dream come true. Our stay was a gastronomic journey with every meal presenting a delightful surprise. From tantalizing seafood dishes to local vegetarian delights, the culinary experience at Zanbluu surpassed all expectations.

Stayed in April 2024

Great ambience, excellent food and wonderful staff

Stayed in April 2024

It is a small oasis in Zanzibar! We stayed at the hotel for 4 nights, but really wished we could stay more. Staff was superfriendly and helpful, food was amazing and the location is truly a gem! 100% recommend!!!

Stayed in April 2024

No beach

Hospitality

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing :)

We were at Zanbluu only for a few days, but had an exceptionally good time. The entire complex is very well structured, the bungalows are lovingly decorated and well equipped. There is enough space at the beautiful pool and in the restaurant to enjoy some peace and quiet. The staff were incredibly warm and helpful. The food and cocktails were very good and we never had to wait long for them, even when there were several people in the restaurant. If you want to relax for a few days in a nice atmosphere, this is the place for you. In contrast to other hotel complexes, the Zanbluu feels familiar and not overcrowded.

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing really

Very warm welcome! The most beautiful place I have seen so far

Stayed in March 2024

The beach area in front of the hotel isn't great as it's very rocky and covered in seaweed.

We loved Zanbluu and its beautiful setup. The rooms are clean and comfy. Staff were extremely friendly and made our stay memorable. We opted for the all-inclusive package, which covered all meals and most drinks. The package, however, excluded a few food items and premium drinks. Prices, however, aren't expensive. Meals are served plates instead of buffets, and we absolutely loved that. We couldn't eat as much as we wanted, but food wastage is avoided this way. We spent our days at the pool area, which was peaceful and relaxing. I also used the spa, which was okay. It's not the best massage, but I still found it relaxing. The hotel arranged a tour and shuttle service back to the airport. The staff helped me arrange a surprise romantic dinner for my husband, and it was lovely Management and staff were fantastic throughout our stay.

Stayed in March 2024

Fantastic food, and service was excellent from all staff. Amazing view from the rooms and the pool area. Clean and quiet area. Perfect place for relaxing. Really nice

Stayed in March 2024

Well, perhaps it's the high stairs between the restaurant and the room which is a little bit inconvenient. However, staff helped us to lift all luggage downstairs even though we arrived at midnight, so it's fine.

The facilities in the hotel are considerately arranged and well designed, while the furniture is of nice style and in good condition - same as the pictures show on Booking. I like the swimming pool very much because of its creative design - very crucial under such hot weather. The owners of this resort are very hospitable and helpful, while the staff responds promptly when you have questions or requests.

Stayed in March 2024

I would say the only disadvantage (and it’s an advantage for many) is that the resort is quite small, offers limited activities and you are less likely to meet new or like minded people - which is the case in the bigger resorts.

This is an upmarket, exclusive and fairly small resort. It has one beautiful pool (only), food is not buffet style but rather a la carte, which has its pros and cons. The rooms are absolutely beautiful and a 10 out of 10. Each room has either full or at least partial sea views. The Team is amazing. Zanbluu has a great variety of the most yummy food (although not such a big variety as the bigger, buffet style resorts on Zanzibar). We had the all inclusive option, drinks and cocktails were amazing, definitely better than at the bigger resorts. In low tide, one can walk to the beach in Kiwenga where there are lots of tourists, beach vendors and activities. Kiwenga is great for Kite Surfing. Zanbluu offers night time entertainment 4 nights a week, and we were positively surprised by the variety and quality - especially since it is quite a small resort. Their music selection during breakfast is amazing and the WiFi is also very good.

Stayed in January 2024

Everything was great!

What a wonderful hotel! It's beautiful, incredibly clean and the staff is wonderful. We stayed here for 4 weeks and it was a paradise. A 4-course menu of choice is served every evening, delicious food! They even baked coconut and rice bread because I can't eat gluten so I had bread too! Breakfast is also served with a lot of choice. Everything in a very beautiful environment. There is a lovely infinity swimming pool and the houses are beautiful and fully equipped. Every other evening there is music or a performance during dinner. They arrange all possible excursions (I can especially recommend the starfish, great!) and rental cars and taxis. We were even allowed to borrow the tuk tuk (they also arrange a Tanzanian driver's license) to drive to the village ourselves for some shopping. Everything is very well organized and you cannot imagine a more helpful and friendly staff. It is not a very large resort, you really get a family feeling here. If there is a problem it will be resolved immediately. They are always there for you. Super!

Stayed in February 2024

Everything was perfect. Although, if you pretend hanging out more at the beach I recommend to stay in Kendwa Beach some nights too because there isn't sand at the Zanbluu's beach.

Stayed in January 2024

Breakfast and dinner to be ordered from a small menu. Very high quality of the products. Free drinking water. Very relaxed and quiet around the pool

Stayed in December 2023

There is nothing to dislike.

Beautiful - well maintained - spotless - top notch staff in all areas.

Stayed in January 2024

The distance from the airport to the hotel was abit far

I liked every about the hotel, the cleanliness, the happy people, the good comfortable rooms everything was very good, the tea in the rooms , the beds and the food,

Stayed in January 2024

‘Thank you’ to the entire Zanbluu team for making this holiday an absolute ten out of ten points. There is only grand things to say about our experience with you - the service was excellent, the food delicious, the bed super comfy, the thought that has gone into the details is remarkable. Everyone was very friendly and going the extra mile with ease to make our (and other guests) stay special. If you are looking for a relaxing holiday, this is your place like home. We will certainly recommend Zanbluu to our friends and family and will be back. Thanks again, Adrian & Rosie

Stayed in January 2024

NA

Extremely happy with our decision to stay at Zanbluu Beach Hotel. It’s a beautiful property nestled away from the touristy places which are seemingly crowded. We chose to stay here as we were celebrating our anniversary and intended to spend some quality time together. AND it was definitely worth it. If you’re looking for an extremely private holiday, away from the hush-hush and some personalized service - Zanbluu is the answer. • Location: It’s on the east coast. 45mins away from prime beaches - Kendwa & Nungwi. 60mins from Airport. • Staff: Everyone’s warm & super friendly. Big shout out to Elisha. Martin - The property GM is very welcoming and passionate. Impeccable hospitality! Your attention to detail and providing personalized service just touched our hearts. • Travel Tip: Since tides are low for most part of the day, the beaches dry upto a kilometer from the shore. We were taken back on the first day as we were unaware but it’s completely normal for all the hotels & resorts located at the east coast. Thank you Zanbluu Beach Hotel for an Invigorating and relaxed holidays. Highly recommend other folks to try & experience this in Zanzibar. ❤️❤️

Stayed in January 2024

Great hotel on the beautiful island of Zanzibar, with an amazing team of staff throughout. Clean, spacious rooms, delicious food, and lovely pool & bar area. Also had a relaxing spa visit and chance to hear talented musicians in the evenings. I felt really looked after and safe as a solo traveller, would definitely recommend to others and looking forward to visiting again in the future

Stayed in January 2024

Well, this is a bit outside their control but important to mention. We had quite a few issue with power outages or lack of Amps to run the compressor for the AC in the room, which mean that for 3 of our 5 nights, temperature in the room was around 28-30C when we went to bed and would stay above 25C until pass at least midnight.

Excellent service and fantastic staff. Great food and drinks. The pool is super nice. Comfortable and quiet hotel.

Stayed in December 2023

No gym, but exercising on the brink of the ocean was so much better!

Staff is pure gold - genuinely kind and highly accommodating. They helped us with everything, from climate control to scooter rental to keeping something in their fridge. All inclusive is 100% recommended and includes alcohol. Cocktails are awesome - especially the house specials. Food is freshly prepared on order and beautifully presented. It makes you truly appreciate each and every bite and helps reduce overeating or waste.

Stayed in December 2023