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Canary Hotel & SPA

Hotel in Nungwi

Set in Nungwi, 200 metres from Nungwi Beach, Canary Hotel & SPA offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

D
Daniel
From
Poland
great service very helpful maybe because we were there in the rainy season so there were fewer visitors but in fact there were probably more receptionists and cleaners than people in the hotel, this resulted in a very complex factory even royal treatment of hotel visitors, staff very helpful my wife had a stomach ache on the last day they advised and gave medicines from the pharmacy in the price we received a massage, highly recommended Great brekfast 👌 Dagmara & Daniel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,122 reviews
Price from
US$108
1 night, 2 adults

Zanzibella Hotel & SPA

Hotel in Kiwengwa

Located in Kiwengwa, a few steps from Kiwengwa Beach, Zanzibella Hotel & SPA provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

N
Nikola
From
Spain
I had an amazing stay at this hotel and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a luxurious getaway in Zanzibar! From the moment I arrived, the staff made me feel welcome with their kindness and professionalism. The rooms were spacious, beautifully decorated, and always spotless, with breathtaking ocean views. The food was outstanding fresh seafood, tropical fruits, and delicious local dishes made every meal a delight. The beach was well-maintained, and although seaweed appears naturally, a dedicated team cleaned it daily, ensuring a perfect seaside experience. The pool area was stunning, offering a relaxing atmosphere with plenty of sun loungers and excellent service. I also enjoyed the spa, where soothing massages in a peaceful setting provided the ultimate relaxation. The hotel organizes fantastic excursions, including a visit to the famous Prison Island and unforgettable sunset dhow cruises. Everything about this place exceeded my expectations, and I will definitely be back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,546 reviews
Price from
US$168.80
1 night, 2 adults

Babalao Bungalows

Hotel in Nungwi

Babalao Bungalows has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Nungwi.

A
Alexandra
From
Romania
Everything was perfect! The location is very close to the beach- the nicest beach in Nungwi. Max and Elena are very nice, they helped us with tours organisation and anything we needed. The staff is very helpful and nice. Breakfast is good and tasty, also the food here is very good and affordable. We loved our stay here at Babalao Bungalows. I highly recommend staying here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,858 reviews
Price from
US$108
1 night, 2 adults

Oasis Blu Beach Resort-Adults Only

Hotel in Nungwi

Situated in Nungwi, 500 metres from Nungwi Beach, Oasis Blu Beach Resort-Adults Only features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

Y
Yasmin
From
Sweden
Very clean, friendly stuff and super organised
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 233 reviews
Price from
US$338.40
1 night, 2 adults

Dhow Beach Boutique Hotel

Hotel in Nungwi

Situated in Nungwi and with Nungwi Beach reachable within a few steps, Dhow Beach Boutique Hotel features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a private beach area.

S
Silvan
From
Switzerland
The hotel is really beautiful. It is brand new (they opened in December 24), so everything in the rooms works and is new as well. The hotel is a bit away from the busy tourist center (about 15 min walk on the beach) but there are nice bars and restaurants in the area as well. Every night kids come out to play soccer on the beach and with the lights it‘s just magical. The team is so kind, we were very happy to stay here! Prices are fair as well, the fish is always fresh (you can see the fisherman bringing it every morning) and the team can help you with everything. We would love to stay here again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 250 reviews
Price from
US$225
1 night, 2 adults

The Oasis Residence

Hotel in Jambiani

The Oasis Residence has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a garden and bar in Jambiani. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers room service and a tour desk.

V
Veronika
From
Spain
Everything was beyond perfect!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 171 reviews
Price from
US$160
1 night, 2 adults

Seashore Beach hotel

Hotel in Kiwengwa

Situated in Kiwengwa, a few steps from Kiwengwa Beach, Seashore Beach hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

M
Marie Bech
From
Denmark
Very beautiful hotel located right by the beach in a quiet area of Zanzibar. Perfect place to start your Zanzibar vacation if you need to destress and just look at the ocean. The highlight was however the staff. So sweet and always ready to help you. Edina, you are a sweetheart.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews
Price from
US$103.50
1 night, 2 adults

Bahati Sunset Bungalows Michamvi

Hotel in Michamvi

Bahati Sunset Bungalows Michamvi has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Michamvi. Featuring a bar, the property is located within a few steps of Michamvi Kae Beach.

R
Robin
From
Sweden
The hotel is good in it self but the staff made our vacation great. A personal touch to the communication/relation to their customers with the intent to make your stay better. What really exceeded expectations was the food. Great breakfast and dinner options!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 184 reviews
Price from
US$103.50
1 night, 2 adults

African Bungalows

Hotel in Nungwi

Set in Nungwi, 200 metres from Nungwi Beach, African Bungalows offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

C
CHARALAMPOS
From
Greece
It's a really cozy hotel. The owner and the staff are excellent. The food was great. Angelina was there for us to answer any question and assist us. A special thanks to Jafari the bartender and Simon the chef who showed us the night life in Nungwi. We had a really good time at your bungalows. I hope we visit you again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 254 reviews
Price from
US$135
1 night, 2 adults

AVO Boutique Hotel

Hotel in Dikoni

Located in Dikoni, a few steps from Uroa Public Beach, AVO Boutique Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

S
Sophie
From
Netherlands
Everything was great. The location, the room, the pool, the breakfast. In our two months in Zanzibar we’ve been all over the island and this is truly one of the best places we’ve been to. the staff is very involved, which means that the accommodation is well maintained and everything runs smoothly. Hope it stays that way, so I can come back some day! They have lovely dogs too by the way :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 176 reviews
Price from
US$115
1 night, 2 adults
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Facing the beachfront, Clove Island Essence & Spa Boutique offers 5-star accommodation in Matemwe and features free bikes, outdoor swimming pool and garden.

From US$229 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 491 reviews

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From US$242 per night
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From US$76.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
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Located in Matemwe, a few steps from Matemwe Beach, Infinity Beach Boutique Hotel & SPA provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

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From US$75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
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Set in Paje and with Paje Beach reachable within 600 metres, The Garten Living offers concierge services, rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

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Located in Jambiani, 400 metres from Jambiani Beach, Aurora Boutique Hotel Jambiani provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
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8.0

Enjoyed the overall 'happy' atmosphere that is all around at...

Enjoyed the overall 'happy' atmosphere that is all around at Stone Town, you feel perfectly safe, everybody is friendly, nobody is harassing you. Typically enjoyed walking through the narrow streets of Stone Town, sniffing up all kinds of scents.
Guest review by
Pieter
United Arab Emirates
8.0

The vibes are great — everything you need is nearby,...

The vibes are great — everything you need is nearby, including shops, restaurants, and tour offices. Restaurants on the beach tend to be a bit pricey, but if you take a short walk into the side streets, you’ll find places offering the same quality food at much more reasonable prices. What I didn’t like were the beach boys — they’re nice and friendly, but can be a bit annoying as they keep trying to sell things. They’re not too pushy, but it’s hard to relax when someone approaches you every couple of minutes. The only time you can truly enjoy some peace is early in the morning. Important note : you have to strongly negotiate the prices and people are very nice and easy going Try to learn few words from their language they will be super happy :)
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Raafat
10

Paje, beautiful place and beach, plenty of restaurants both...

Paje, beautiful place and beach, plenty of restaurants both on the beach and on the road. The only downside is that the beach is in the shade by 16:30 and very high and low tides makes taking a dip complicated !
Guest review by
kate
United Kingdom
8.0

A peaceful and welcoming town with a strong sense of...

A peaceful and welcoming town with a strong sense of community and a safe, relaxing atmosphere. We stayed in a peaceful part of town, where there were noticeably fewer street vendors selling beads and souvenirs compared to other areas. This made the atmosphere even more calm and relaxing, allowing us to fully enjoy the local charm without feeling overwhelmed.
Guest review by
Iwona
Poland
10

Matemwe was nice - the beach part.

Matemwe was nice - the beach part. Sad to see the poverty behind the gates of the hotel. The tides were a bit different from what we have expected as the water would leave the beach at 9am and return around 5pm. If you did not make it to swim early in the morning, you missed it. We took a reef walk which was beautiful, saw a lot of see creatures, and that was very amazing experience. Also took a boat tour to see the sunset - it was worth the trip. Did not like how the locals would just stop on the beach and start shouting at you to buy smth. Also the part of the hotel beach is not segregated in any way, which does not give you a privacy enough. The food was amazing though - the hotel goes much beyond - and all day brekfast concept was amazing.
Guest review by
Sonya B.N.
Austria
10

Our stay was amazing and peaceful.

Our stay was amazing and peaceful. The staff was funny and very friendly. Big thanks to Jana and her staff, Lameck in the restaurant section and Janet in housekeeping was so sweet and they looked after us at our 8-night stay. I would recommend this resort to anyone.
Guest review by
Anonymous
8.0

Kendwa beach was definitely the best beach compared to...

Kendwa beach was definitely the best beach compared to Nungwi, especially the south part. Even in low tide it was easy to take a swim. Also the beach here is wider and feel less crowded. As on the complete stretch there were many people trying to sell you stuff but on the south part not so many ”permanent” sales people other than the ones having sheds. The Maasai roaming around are friendly but just say no with a smile and most will not be persistent in their effort to sell you something..
Guest review by
Peter
Sweden
10

This is not a touristy location... it is off the beaten...

This is not a touristy location... it is off the beaten track... a village, by the sea, with an increasing number of resorts being added. I hope it does not lose its charm to the crowds. This is a quiet, special place.
Guest review by
Fiona
United Kingdom
8.0

Michamvi is located approximately 65 kilometers from...

Michamvi is located approximately 65 kilometers from Forodhani, and the journey can feel quite long—particularly if you have just arrived in Zanzibar. The drive is somewhat uncomfortable due to the condition of the road, which consists largely of worn, uneven tarmac. Additionally, the area lacks local street food options, leaving nearby hotels—most of which are high-end and expensive—as the primary dining choices. As someone who genuinely enjoys the rich and flavorful cuisine of Stone Town, I found the food in the area to be rather bland and not reflective of its price point.
Guest review by
Anonymous
South Africa
10

I loved that it was a proper reflection of the Island in...

I loved that it was a proper reflection of the Island in that you took home the beauty of the place and kindness of the people. It was not loud or noisy and had very few touristy hotels and vendors hassling you
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suzie ovenstone
South Africa
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