The Best of Zanzibar Hotels & Beach Resorts
Zanzibar archipelago situated off the coast of Tanzania mainland is an island with a lot of attractive beaches and rich historic culture that are enjoyed by visitors from all over the world, Zanzibar boasts some of the best Zanzibar hotels and beach resorts compared to other island along the Indian Ocean, the following are some of the best luxury Zanzibar hotels and resorts:
1. Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort
On Pongwe Beach along the Indian Ocean, this polished hotel is 9 km from the geological formations of the Kiwengwa Caves and 36 km from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. Airy villas offer flat-screen TVs, minibars, Nespresso machines, and tea and coffee-making facilities, plus private gardens and mosquito nets. Some villas are oceanfront or have outdoor whirlpool tubs. Room service is available.
Breakfast, massages, and welcome bottles of wine are complimentary, as are loaner bikes and water sports equipment. There's also an open-air restaurant/bar, an outdoor pool, and a spa, in addition to golf and horseriding.
2. andBeyond Mnemba Island
Surrounded by forest and white-sand beaches, this upscale all-inclusive luxury resort is set on a private island that's accessible by boat from Zanzibar.
Featuring thatched roofs and woven walls, the airy, rustic-chic beachfront cottages provide ceiling fans, mosquito nets, furnished terraces, and en suite bathrooms.
Included amenities consist of all meals and drinks served in an open-air restaurant/bar or on the beach, along with daily scuba diving, water sports, evening cruises and boat transfers.
3. Zuri Zanzibar
This upscale beach resort is 4 km from the Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium.
Featuring African artwork, the stylish wooden bungalows have free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and outdoor showers, along with furnished terraces. Suites add living rooms and Jacuzzis. There are also 2 choice oceanfront villas, 1 of which offers a private beach, an infinity pool, and a games room.
Amenities include a private beach, a spa, and an outdoor fitness center, along with an infinity pool, a garden, and a diving center. There are also 3 polished restaurants, including beachfront and poolside options.
4. Meliá Zanzibar
Steps from a private beach, this polished all-inclusive Zanzibar luxury hotel is 2 km from Emerald Dream of Zanzibar and 6 km from the Kiwengwa caves.
Featuring private terraces, the airy rooms come with free Internet access, safes, and outdoor showers. Posh suites add access to an exclusive lounge, and the 1- to 3-bedroom villas include kitchens and private infinity pools. Butler service is available.
Amenities include 5 restaurants, 4 bars, beach access, and a beach club. A sleek spa has private treatment rooms, an outdoor pool, an exercise room, and a sauna. There are also tennis courts, beach volleyball, and live entertainment, as well as snorkeling, diving, and surfing.
5. Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort
On a white sand beach along the Indian Ocean, this casual resort in a complex of thatched-roof buildings surrounded by gardens is 57 km from the historic buildings in Stone Town and 63 km from Kisauni Airport.
The relaxed rooms and suites have free Wi-Fi, flat screens and minifridges, plus tea and coffeemaking equipment, and balconies with ocean, garden, or pool views. Some add sitting areas and/or daybeds.
Informal restaurants and bars include beach and terrace options. Other amenities consist of 4 outdoor pools (1 infinity), a hot tub, a spa, and a gym, as well as sports courts, entertainment, and a private beach area. Guided tours are offered.
6. Ras Nungwi Beach Hotel, Zanzibar
Overlooking the Indian Ocean and set in lush gardens, this upscale beachfront resort is 3 km from Nungwi village.
Refined rooms and thatched chalets feature 4-poster/canopy beds with mosquito nets, plus balconies, minibars, and safes. Upgraded rooms add ocean views and oceanfront chalets are available. A luxe suite has a plunge pool and a deck. All lack Wi-Fi and TVs (available in common areas).
There’s a free breakfast buffet and an open-air restaurant, plus 2 bars including a beach bar. Amenities include a pool with ocean views, a spa, and a tennis court. Scuba diving and water activities, as well as tours and transfers, are available (fee).
7. Park Hyatt Zanzibar
On a beach along the Indian Ocean, this chic hotel in a 17th-century mansion with an annex is a 7-minute walk from the Sultan's Palace, 4 minutes on foot from the Forodhani Gardens, and 9 km from the Abeid Amani Karume International Airport.
Featuring 4-poster beds, the airy, elegant rooms offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minibars, plus tea and coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms add balconies and/or ocean views. Suites add living areas. Room service is offered 24/7.
Amenities include a lounge, a poolside bar, and a breezy restaurant with terrace dining, along with an oceanfront infinity pool, a spa, and a fitness center. Breakfast is offered (fee).
8. Baraza Resort and Spa Zanzibar
Set in a stately building along the Indian Ocean, this swanky all-inclusive resort is 58 km from both Abeid Amani Karume International Airport and attractions in historic Stone Town.
Offering ornate decor and canopy beds, the grand villas have private plunge pools, living rooms and furnished terraces, plus free-standing tubs and Wi-Fi access.
Complimentary meals and drinks are served in a semi-open-air restaurant and a refined cocktail bar. Other amenities consist of a spa, a lounge with a terrace, and an outdoor pool flanked by sunloungers and palm trees. There's also beach access, a kids' club, and a dive center, plus a tennis court & a gym.
9. The Residence Zanzibar
Set on 32 hectares of tropical gardens surrounded by the Muyuni Forest, this posh resort along Menai Bay is 57 km from the Abeid Amani Karume International Airport and 11 km from dolphin-watching tours in Kizimkazi.
Serene, airy 1- or 2-bedroom villas come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffee-making facilities, plus living rooms, free-standing baths, and sundecks. All have outdoor showers or private pools; some offer ocean views. Butler and room service is available.
Loaner bikes are complimentary. There are 2 elegant restaurants, as well as an outdoor pool with a bar, a spa, and a private beach. There's also a sauna and a hot tub.
10. Matemwe Lodge
Overlooking a coral lagoon, this rustic-chic, upscale hotel on Matemwe Beach is 46 km from Zanzibar Town and the ferry terminal with service to the mainland.
Featuring thatched roofs, the airy bungalows provide safes and 4-poster beds, as well as terraces with hammocks, sofas, and beach views. Some add private plunge pools. Wi-Fi is available.
Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served in a dining room that has views of the beach. There's also a beach bar, an infinity pool, and a spa. Children age 5 and over are welcome.