Accommodations in Zanzibar

Unguja Lodge is situated at the Southern tip of Zanzibar, near Kizimkazi Mkunguni. It is a very quiet part of the island with pristine beaches and lush green surroundings. Unguja Lodge offers a variety of activities to keep guests entertained, such as tours, a wide choice of beach sports and entertainment for all the family and kids.

A luxurious Boutique hotel in Stone Town, Kisiwa House is noted for its elegant blend of Zanzibar décor and gracious Swahili hospitality.Superbly located on a quiet street in the heart of Zanzibar historical centre within easy walking distance of famous landmarks, museums, antique shops and restaurants. Kisiwa House provides every modern convenience to the business or leisure traveller, promising an unforgettable experience of professional service, superb comfort and unmatched elegance.Get inspired, discover the new and unusual. Enjoy the charm of an old and typical Zanzibar town house.

A luxury beachfront resort with traditional Swahili charm, Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa is situated on the finest white beach on the east coast of Zanzibar. The resort is one of the island’s most prestigious properties offering the ultimate in beach comfort: excellent accommodation; fine wining and dining; a host of sports and leisure facilities; the famous Oasis Spa; and our award-winning service. Bluebay’s rooms and suites are set within 30-acres of tropical gardens with over 1,000 palm trees, some right at the ocean’s edge. All rooms are spacious, bright and beautifully decorated in Zanzibari style. Dining at Bluebay showcases Zanzibar’s celebrated local ingredients with an emphasis on fresh seafood and contemporary cuisine. As well as being a magical destination for holidaymakers wishing to soak up the sun and absorb the enchanting culture of Zanzibar, the resort offers excellent facilities for meetings, conferences and group incentives. And our weddings and events team can help you plan a private party, a wedding and, of course, a honeymoon! Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa is Bluebay’s premier brand. 

A beautifully restored 19th century Swahili sultan’s palace, the Emerson Spice Hotel is a multi-storied small hotel in Stone Town with an inner courtyard, 11 unique antiques-filled rooms, and one of Zanzibar’s best restaurants. An inspired and lovingly restored Merchant’s House, this Boutique Hotel has eleven stylishly furnished rooms structured around an airy central courtyard. The hotel hosts two restaurants: The Secret Garden, located in the distinctive Ruins of the adjacent garden and the rooftop ‘Tea House’ one of Stone town’s most renowned restaurants offering a stylish ambience amidst the sound of the calls to prayer from the town’s many mosques. The Emerson Spice Hotel offers it’s guests a magical authentic experience, with every room immersing you into a different world that is inspired by movies, books, operas, and other real life characters. High ceilings, stained glass windows, large stone bathtubs, characterful wooden balconies, and a beautiful inner courtyard all combine to make this the most romantic hotel in Stone Town! All 11 rooms (except Mimi) have their own private veranda (although guests in Mimi are welcome to use the rooftop tea house as their outside space.)

 Fundu Lagoon is reached via a 45-minute drive from Pemba ‘s Chake Chake airport and a 15-minute speedboat ride from Nkoani port. It’s right on the beach, with 15 of the 17 rooms and suites looking right out onto sand and ocean. You’re isolated here, in a good way; the hotel can arrange tours of local villages, but it’s otherwise unlikely you’ll leave the hotel and surroundings.

Matemwe Lodge is located on the northeast coast of Zanzibar, and as one of the first lodges on the island, it is ideally located adjacent to a scenic lagoon. Zanzibar’s original eco-chic beach lodge with 12 vibrantly furnished guest villas and two pools perched on a coral rag cliff. Just opposite is the Mnemba Island Marine Conservation area which is home to nesting green turtles and more than 600 species of coral reef fish. Perched on an outcrop overlooking a shallow, coral-fringed lagoon on the quiet northeastern coast of Zanzibar Island, Matemwe Lodge’s blissful location and famously relaxed atmosphere make it the ideal place to unwind. Whether you take a break in a hammock or dive the depths of the Indian Ocean, Matemwe Lodge provides an unbeatable island escape.

Xanadu Villas & Retreat is located on one of the finest beaches on the South-East coast of Zanzibar. We offer seven unique and individually designed villas within a tropical garden and palm trees. All villas are exclusively available with all inclusive accommodation, all meals & drinks (soft drinks, beers, ciders, spirits, house white & red wine, except premiums) as well as a world class chef. Our guests will enjoy our cuisine with local spices, vegetables and herbs grown in our own garden complimented with handpicked wines from around the world. Each villa includes a private butler and features a sitting area, plunge pool, fridge, outside shower, bathroom(s) with his & her sinks, linen and towels, daily housekeeping and laundry service and Internet/Wi-Fi. Four of our villas feature a spacious lounge & kitchen and three of our villas have direct beach access. The on-site activities manager will assist our guests in arranging any activities, water-sports or excursions on the island. Guided activities including sea kayaking, snorkeling and Sup boarding from Xanadu’s beach are included in the rates. In our private Kiota Spa guests can indulge in various treatments to feel completely renewed and refreshed. Xanadu offers three villas with two bedrooms and three villas with one bedroom. Kimwondo Villa (1BR) has sitting areas inside and outside and features a spectacular rooftop with a plunge pool and sitting area with views over the Indian Ocean. Mlima and Korongo Villa (2 BR) feature private bathrooms, spacious lounge areas and private plunge pools. The presidential Mbingu Villa (2 BR) is beach front and features two bedrooms with ocean view balconies, private bathrooms and sitting areas, a majestic lounge and two private plunge pools of which one is on second floor. The cozy Umande Villa (1BR) is beach front, has sitting areas inside and outside, a private bathroom and a private plunge pool. Next to Umande villa is Alfajiri Villa (1BR) which is in fact our honeymoon suite. The Villa is beach front, features one bedroom, a spacious lounge, a private plunge pool and a romantic balcony with ocean view. What do we offer our clients: -Accommodation in a private villa; -All meals & drinks (soft drinks, beers, ciders, spirits, house white & red wine, except premiums) as well as a world class chef; -A private butler who will be there to assist throughout the duration of their stay; -Daily laundry service; -20 minute complimentary massage; -Guided activities including sea kayaking, snorkeling and Sup boarding from Xanadu’s beach;  

The Residence Zanzibar lies within a lush, forested 32-hectare estate where five-star luxuries sit harmoniously alongside nature's untouched beauty. Feel your spirits soar amid extensive tropical gardens that meet with powder-soft white sand lapped by the crystal clear waters of the Indian Ocean. Inspired by the island's eclectic cultures, our luxury Zanzibar resort blends modern comforts with Swahili, Omani, British and Indian influences. Indulge in the privacy of the spacious villas, attended on if you wish by your own personal butler. Enjoy carefree days relaxing by your private pool, on the beach, or exploring the gardens on foot or by bicycle. Savour a taste of the Spice Island's unique blend of cultures and cuisines, and the pleasure of sensational spa treatments. Discover more of the island and the waters that surround it in a myriad of activities, from visiting historic sites and rare natural wonders to deep sea fishing and diving with dolphins. Whether you dream of a quiet couple's retreat or fun in the sun for the whole family, embrace all the delights of our island life at The Residence Zanzibar.

Zuri Zanzibar offers a completely unique experience in Zanzibar for anyone that wants to try something off the beaten African tracks; a place that allows guests a feeling of peace and tranquility. Zuri Zanzibar has been recognized as the first hotel in the world to be awarded by the EarthCheck’s Sustainable Design Gold Certification.  The award reflects the resort unwavering commitment to sustainability, by making positive changes to reduce the environmental footprint and improve social impact