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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. The facilities were fantastic. The room was well designed and very spacious. The bed was so comfortable as well and they really paid attention to every little detail. The pool was also very nice and cozy. The food at the restaurant was fantastic! The chef is brilliant. They also provide a ride from and to the beach.

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9.4
Superb
514 reviews
Price from
US$182.31
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
455 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. Very welcoming and helpful staff, amazing food, top-tier hygiene, cosy atmosphere, excellent service.

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9.3
Superb
291 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. Breakfast was amazingly delicious and met my expectations, I was very happy and looking forward to it.

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9
Superb
293 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. We had an amazing experience at Alma for 4 nights. The hotel facilities are beautiful, with lots of activities both on and off property. We made use of the pool table, darts, pool, gym, spa, kayaks, dhow boat, and more. The food was amazing, and it was so nice to have breakfast and dinner included, no need to worry about finding a place to eat. The menu was large, so even though we were there for 4 nights, we were not bored. The staff are amazing, super attentive and personable. A true gem of a hotel in Zanzibar.

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9.3
Superb
154 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
196 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. Everything! The staff the quality of the food and drinks, the service was so attentive, everyone was very kind to me. Thank you!!!

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9.1
Superb
412 reviews
Price from
US$274
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. Karibu Beach Resort is an absolute gem! Perfectly located right by the beach, it offers stunning views and a truly relaxing experience. The rooms are spacious, clean, and beautifully decorated, and the staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. The pool and surrounding areas are impeccably maintained. The food is a real treat – diverse, fresh, and delicious. This is the perfect place to unwind and feel like you're in paradise. Highly recommend!

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9
Superb
400 reviews
Price from
US$145
per night

Located in Pwani Mchangani, 500 metres from Pwani Mchangani Beach, LUX* Marijani Zanzibar provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel has a private beach area. Everything excellent. Clean, beautiful property and the staff is super kind. We have visited many hotels in Zanzibar and this is one of the best so far. We’ll come back.

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9.1
Superb
318 reviews
Price from
US$319
per night

All the villas and rooms are tastefully decorated with African and modern art and fitted with colonial style furniture. While each unit offers splendid views of the tropical garden, some offer sea views. The villas and rooms are air conditioned and come with a flat screen TV and minibars. The units are complete with a private bathroom. The property provides bathrobes and bathroom amenities. Perfect service, amazing seafood , so relaxing blend of the nature , so nice people and the tropical evening with bush babies screams . This place is unforgettable

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9.2
Superb
134 reviews
Price from
US$219
per night

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