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Nestled near Kidichi Spice Farm and Prison Island, Zanzi Resort offers a tranquil getaway with private beach, spa treatments at Spa Sanctuary, and an outdoor pool. Enjoy international cuisine at Zanzibar Spices restaurant or grab a coffee from the cafe. With free in-room WiFi and helpful staff previous guests rave about.
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Massage/treatment rooms

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Playground on site
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area
The current price is $435
$562 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18

Why we love this property

Beach paradise
White sand awaits at this hotel on a private beach. Snorkeling, paddleboarding, and kayaking beckon at the bay's edge.
Tempting taste adventures
International cuisine delights at the restaurant with private dining available. Free full breakfast and picnics offer extra delicious options.
Waterside wellness
Spa serenity awaits at this waterfront hotel with daily treatments and beachside massages. Garden views complement the full-service wellness experience.

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  • 1 bedroom
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About the neighborhood

Map
Kama, Zanzibar, Kama

What's nearby

  • Cheetah's Rock - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Sea Cliff Golf Course - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Masingini Forest - 12 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Siso Spice Farm - 12 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Kidichi Spice Farm - 13 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 53 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪bar @ sea Cliff Resort & Spa - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mangrove Lodge - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mangrove Lodge Beach Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Alibaba Lounge - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Zanzi Resort

Putting you within a 15-minute drive of Sea Cliff Golf Course, Zanzi Resort offers a private beach where you can enjoy beach umbrellas, beach massages, and sun loungers. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, facials, and body scrubs. Zanzibar spices serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This luxurious hotel also features a bar/lounge, a fitness center, and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

All inclusive

All-inclusive room rates at Zanzi Resort are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 13 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:30 PM
    • The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Main restaurant]
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free secured, uncovered onsite self parking
    • Free uncovered onsite extended parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
    • Ferry terminal shuttle*
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Offsite

    • Area shuttle within 20 km*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–noon
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Playground
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Children's games
  • Toys
  • Beach toys
  • Pool toys
  • Children's books
  • Musical instruments
  • Fireplace gate
  • Paddleboard on site

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Kayaking
  • Boat tours
  • Boat/paddles
  • Snorkeling
  • Paddleboard on site
  • Fishing
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Safari nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Paddleboard on site
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 13 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2012
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Mosquito nets
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • 24-hour pool access
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Mediterranean architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 5 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Hand-held showerheads
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 45-inch LED TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Lanai
  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Dining table
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

Spa Sanctuary has 1 treatment room. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Zanzibar spices - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 12.00 percent will be charged

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 4 percent

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between April 28 and May 14.

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 150.0 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool open 24-hours

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Zanzi Kama

Zanzi Resort Kama

Zanzi Resort Kama

Zanzi Resort Hotel

Zanzi Resort Hotel Kama

Frequently asked questions

Is Zanzi Resort currently open?

The property is closed between April 28 and May 14.

Is there a pool at Zanzi Resort?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have 24-hour pool access.

Are pets allowed at Zanzi Resort?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Zanzi Resort?

Yes, there's free self and extended parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Zanzi Resort?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 50 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Zanzi Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

What is there to do at Zanzi Resort and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, fishing, and snorkeling. Additional recreation nearby includes spelunking, safari tours, and ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Zanzi Resort also has a private beach, a fitness center, and spa services, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Zanzi Resort?

Yes, Zanzibar spices offers international cuisine.

Does Zanzi Resort have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a lanai.

What's the area around Zanzi Resort like?

Zanzi Resort is located on the waterfront. Popular attractions include Slave Market, which is 18 minutes away by car.

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Reviews

Zanzi Resort Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The private pool was a highlight, offering a big and private space for guests to relax. (6 reviews)
  • Private beach access and quiet, relaxing atmosphere made for a serene beach experience. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Private and well maintained resort
esteban, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I was very satisfied with my stay and plan to return again. The villas are beautiful and secluded. The food is amazing and the service is wonderful.
WILLIAM, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Accommodations and staff are wonderful.
John, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful resort with an amazing and attentive staff. Much smaller resort but highly recommend to anyone looking for the perfect getaway.
Nizar, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was amazing thank to the manager yolya and her amazing staff, the hotel pays attention to the tiniest details
Mansour, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing Resort!

Thank you for everything! We celebrated our 5th wedding anniversary and had a lovely dinner at the beach! Everything was amazing, so friendly staff and exellent food and service!
Ilona, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Zanzi paradise

Fantastic place with very friendly people always being helpful. Our villa was very nice with a private pool as well as private access to the beach. The food was excellent and beyond even our high expectation.
jan, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Our accommodation was a garden bungalow in a secluded setting and was true to the description on the website.
Clyde, 12-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing experience! Staff is attentive and friendly.
Jenika, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Unbelievable, a gorgeous property. The photos do not do it justice. We will be back The team were very welcoming and were also very kind making us an early breakfast so we could eat before our flight from Zanzibar. Fabulous food.
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property. So quiet, relaxed, green and laid back. The rooms with a private pool and beach access were phenomenal. So private and hardly anyone around
Jonathan, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were wonderful. The food was fantastic. The resort is out of this world. It was like staying in a rain Forest with the sounds and atmosphere. We particularly enjoyed the secluded feel of the resort. We had a fabulous holiday and plan to return.
Mike, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Real paradise to relax for couple. Very quiet , great service and Michelin quality food in restaurant. Management ready to help in any case
Donatas, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is the place you want to return to!

Gorgeous hideaway luxury villa resort by the sea. Private pool with sea view. Fabulous decorated villa. High service level🙌 We have been pampered to the end, thank you! This is the place you want to return to!
Bibi, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really lovely resort. The team is superb - really friendly and interested in their guests. Our villa was comfortable, clean, cool and relaxing, a great pool and steps down to our own private beach! And the kitchen offered an ever changing range of great dishes. Highly recommended.
Alan, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spectacular views, excellent service with lovely people, top notch menu and cooking, peaceful, serene and luxurious. Was a glorious stay for our honeymoon. Can’t recommend it enough. Shout out to Moodi for handling all our arrangements, Emmanuel for making our dinner experiences special (what a talented singer!), Jesca, Rose and Abdallah for their excellent service and warm smiles!
Jeremy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful grounds. Great staff. Variable food was the only negative.
Morag, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I stayed for three nights as a solo traveler in one of the garden suites. Overall, I think this is an excellent resort that is affordable, clean, with a gorgeous beach very friendly staff I did not do full board but was able to order off the lunch menu for dinner and overall the food was good. I saw snakes, huge centipedes, lots of different species of fish, hermit crabs bush babies, and other types of lizards. I think this would be really cool if your child is into animals. If you’re interested in snorkeling, bring your own mask. There is only one at the resort and it’s quite scratched up. Also- bring sunscreen as it’s $50USD at the resort. Also, the beach is not really accessible if you’re handicapped because the one stair to the ocean is several feet from the sand and you have to jump off of it. The hotel is only about 30 minutes from Stonetown in the airport which makes it really convenient if you are only there for a few days. I had a massage, which was excellent. I booked through Expedia so I got 20% off of spa service and a free drink. I will definitely be back with my family.
Kimberly, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

An experience to remember

Loved it! It was stunning and the staff were so friendly! Rashid, Alexandra and Emmanuel made our stay so much more relaxing and fun as they were super helpful. As a Muslim couple, we cared about privacy a lot. And this provided exactly what we were looking for. We had booked the ocean access private villa with a pool. We are definitely thinking of coming back.
We were able to book a private dinner in the beach!
This is the restaurant. The food was delicious and different every day
The Jetty provided a lovely view at sunset. If we had more time we would’ve booked the private dinner experience at the end of the jetty.
This was the path to our villa
Fathi, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great

Our experience was really great. The resort is amazing, it was quit and relaxing. the villa was great it has big bedroom and living room. The swimming pool was big and the privacy was good ( specially for us as Muslims ). The restaurant offers variety of good and delicious food that suits different tastes. The staff are amazing, they really did a great job, they are friendly and helpful and they try to do everything thing to make us comfortable, specially Mr. Nivot. we really felt welcomed and appreciated. We celebrated our anniversary and they setup a romantic dinner ( free of charge) that was amazing. Big thanks for Mr. Nivot for his hospitality and friendliness.
Saqer, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

We stayed in a beautiful villa at Zanzi Resort with its own private pool and the setting and surroundings are stunning. However, what let it down is the dinner menu on both nights. We were presented with a five-course tasting menu but no matter how you dress it up, 'sticky chicken wings with fries' for a main course does not fall under a fine dining experience. This is the type of dish one expects to have at a fast food restaurant and not at a five-star resort like Zanzi. Even on the first night, I found the stuffed aubergine with chicken main course to be very stodgy. The dinner service on the first night was excellent but on the second night, it was a bit haphazard as we were served the wrong items and also dishes were served very late. The jetty at the resort offers stunning views, including a beautiful sunset.
Pritha, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great for honeymooners

A wonderful hidden Gem ...in a village called Kama .. villas are spacious.. and nicely decorated.. thus lack not so modern .. Very beautiful Gardens with monkeys and Lemurs .. very nice Jetty ...and nice private beach .. not ideal for swimming due to rocks in the water .. Service is impecable yet bit slow especially if rushing to a,tour .. food is high quality .. Yet needs some more diversity especially when it comes to local cuisine and sea food .deserts are not the best .. The biggiest minus is that when you are there .. you can't go around if like you were in Paje beach or elsewhere...you need to rent a car or hire a taxi which should take you to new places and you end up paying few hundreds for displacements .
4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The place is so amazing .. everything is perfect and quit.. staff are friendly and kind
Amna, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was the best resort ever Everything was superb
NEBIYU, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A super quiet resort for relax
jianhong, 1-night trip