Zanzibar
Zanzibar comprises of over fifty islands. The main island Unguja better known as Zanzibar, is just a twenty-minute flight from the mainland of Tanzania.
We think it is an enchanted island. The name conjures up romance, heat and tranquillity. Few countries can equal Zanzibar’s long fine white sandy beaches, blood red sunsets with warm aquamarine waters providing the setting for superb diving and snorkelling.
Its history is steeped in romance and mystique. Zanzibar is essentially a nineteenth century phenomenon with its slave and ivory trades and spice plantations. There is no place quite like it.
Stone Town is a labyrinth of narrow alleys leading to sultan’s palaces with intricate carved doors, steeped in mystique, culture and busy bazaars rich with trade and spice. During the 1800′s cloves were introduced, and to this day Zanzibar is still a major producer of this exotic spice.
Emerson’s, once a family home of a wealthy merchant now world famous is a great experience, especially the roof top restaurant.
Miles of white sand clear blue water, sea anemones floating about in warm currents and hundreds of tropical fish darting in and out of the coral. Not to mention a divers heaven.
Most of the beach hotels offer some form of water sport or other. Matemwe for example avoids motorised boats where possible and makes use of dhows as their dive boats. Ras Nungwi offer extensive programs again with emphasis on minimal impact.
The north and eastern coasts possess some of the most breathtaking beaches, including a private island called Mnemba. The location is stunning.
Lodges in Zanzibar
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Baraza Resort
Our stay at Baraza was outstanding we could not fault the villa and the attention to detail was super. We enjoyed every day
The Baraza Resort lies on the south eastern coast of the island of Zanzibar, along the award winning Bwejuu beach, recently voted by Conde Nast ...
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Breezes Beach Club and Spa
Breezes Beach Club and Spa is a very friendly 4* hotel, with attentive staff and an amazing array of restaurants. It is located on the ...
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Dar House
Dar House sits amid tropical gardens and swaying palms right on the stunning beach of Michamvi Pingwe on the South East coast on Zanzibar. It is ...
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Echo Beach
Echo Beach is a small, upmarket hotel is situated just up the road from Breezes Resort. It has a fantastic beach location and offers excellent ...
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Essque Zalu Zanzibar
Essque Zalu is nestled in a natural cove on the North East coast of Zanzibar, overlooking the Indian Ocean to one side and the lush ...
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Flame Tree Cottages
If you are looking for a reasonably priced hotel, offering great value for money but set within walking distance from Nungwi’s centre, then Flame Tree ...
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Fumba Beach Lodge
Fumba had excellent food and service was friendly. It also had interesting bar and seating areas dotted around the place. First class lodge on the beach wonderful owners very hands on a veritabale jewel in the Indian Ocean
Fumba Beach Lodge is situated in the south of Zanzibar, in the Menai Bay Conservation Area, which was set up in 1998. The project was ...
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Hakuna Matata Beach Lodge and Spa
Located on the west coast of the exotic island of Zanzibar, just 12 kilometres north of Stone Town, is the Hakuna Matata Beach Lodge & ...
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Hideaway of Nungwi Resort and Spa
Situated on the North West coast of Zanzibar and extending over 10 hectares of land, the Hideaway of Nungwi is private, elegant and a perfect ...
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Kasha Boutique Hotel
Situated in Matemwe, on the north east coast of Zanzibar, the Kasha Boutique Hotel is set on a fabulous stretch of white sand beach. The ...
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Kilindi Resort
Kilindi Resort is situated approximately 1 hours drive from Stonetown on the north-western tip of the exotic island of Zanzibar. The hotel offers views across ...
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Matemwe Beach House
On the chalk white Matemwe beach sits one of Zanzibar’s most homely family escapes. Matemwe Beach House is the perfect holiday home for a ...
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Matemwe Lodge
Matemwe Lodge (previously the Matemwe Bungalows) is located on the north east coast of Zanzibar, close to Matemwe village. The whole lodge was completely upgraded ...
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Matemwe Retreat
Matemwe Retreat is located on an remarkable stretch of private land, just north of Matemwe’s main lodge opposite the Mnemba Atoll. This new “retreat” is constructed ...
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Mbweni Ruins
Mbweni Ruins Hotel is on the sheltered West Coast, 6 kilometres from Stone Town and the Harbour. Set in luscious botanic gardens, gradually leading down ...
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Mchanga Beach Lodge
Unfortunately we are not able to suggest Mchanga Beach Lodge as is it is currently closed. We will keep you posted should it re open. Situated on ...
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Melia Zanzibar
Situated on the north east coast of Zanzibar, approximately 45 minutes from Stone Town and the international airport, lies the Melia Zanzibar. Set amongst ...
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Next Paradise Hotel
The Next Paradise Hotel is located on the north-east coast of Zanzibar and sits on one of the most beautiful white sandy beaches of the ...
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Pongwe Beach Lodge
A small, intimate property of just 16 rooms, Pongwe Beach Lodge is set on one of the best beaches on Zanzibar, a little off the ...
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Ras Nungwi
Set on the northern tip of Zanzibar, the Ras Nungwi hotel was refurbished and updated during 2006/7. Built from hand-cut fossilized coral limestone and other ...
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Seacliff Resort & Spa Zanzibar
The Zanzibar Seacliff Resort & Spa is located 20 minutes from Stone Town, on the west coast of the island of Zanzibar and is reached ...
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Shooting Star Lodge
Shooting Star Lodge is a small relaxed family run hotel situated on the eastern coast of Zanzibar, set in a stunning location amid mature tropical ...
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Sultan Sands
The Sultan Sands hotel is situated on the east coast of Zanzibar, approximately 1 hours drive from the International airport. It is set next to ...
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Swahili House
Located in the busy heart of Stonetown, capital of the exotic island of Zanzibar, the Swahili House was originally a 19th century Indian Merchants house. ...
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Tembo House Hotel
Tembo House Hotel is a historic property, a mansion house set on the sea front in the heart of Stone Town. It is approximately 10 ...
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The Palms
Located on the south eastern coast of the tropical island of Zanzibar, The Palms offers its guests a relaxing beach holiday in a 5 star ...
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The Tides Pangani
Recently voted as one of the world class beaches. The Tides has stylish yet simple beach cottages, with modern en suite facilities. With just seven ...
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Unguja Beach Lodge
The Unguja Beach Lodge can be found on the southern tip of Zanzibar, which means it is able to capture some of the finest sunrise ...
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Z Hotel
Z Hotel, opened early in 2009, is located on the northern tip of the island of Zanzibar. Designed as a chic, boutique property, it has ...
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Zanzibar Palace Hotel
A wonderful quirky spacious hotel, once a merchants home, it has been lovely restored. to offer fabulous en suite accommodation. We love The Palace Hotel.
Located right in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage site of Stone Town is the Zanzibar Palace Hotel, a boutique-style hotel designed over 3 ...