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The Zanzibari

4.0 star property
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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Aerial view
Frangipani Suite | Private pool
Boating
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • On private beach
    On private beach
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Room service
    Room service

Explore the area

Map
Nungwi Road, Nungwi
  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium
    9 min walk
  • Nungwi Beach
    15 min walk
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium
    4 min drive

Room options

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Bustani Suite

Bustani Suite

  • 79 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Love Shack Deluxe

Love Shack Deluxe

  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Honeymoon Suite, 1 Bedroom | View from room

Honeymoon Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 80 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Ocean View Room | View from room

Ocean View Room

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Frangipani Suite

  • 60 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Bougainvillea Garden View Room

Bougainvillea Garden View Room

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Nungwi

With a stay at The Zanzibari in Nungwi, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Nungwi Beach and Kendwa Beach. .This beach hotel is 18.8 mi (30.3 km) from Kiwengwa Beach and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Mnarani Natural Aquarium.

What's nearby

  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Nungwi Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Kendwa Beach - 14 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Muyuni Beach - 42 min drive - 28.5 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Promenade Main Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪M&J Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ginger Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sexy Fish - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Upendo Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Zanzibari

Hotel with private beach, full-service spa
The Zanzibari offers 10 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. These individually furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. This Nungwi hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads, and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Housekeeping is provided daily.
An outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a private beach.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, body scrubs, and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 10 individually furnished guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. After a day at the private beach, you can enjoy other recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a spa tub. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and wedding services.
Grab a bite to eat at Dhow Restaurant & Bar, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the poolside bar.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Dhow Restaurant & Bar - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 poolside bar and 1 bar
  • Room service available

Restaurants on site

  • Dhow Restaurant & Bar

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • A hot tub

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Private beachfront location
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - Swedish
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Spa open daily
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Ceiling fan
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bath or shower
  • Deep-soaking bath
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Individually furnished
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between April 1 and May 1.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 30.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 30.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Zanzibari
Zanzibari Hotel
Zanzibari Hotel Nungwi
Zanzibari Nungwi
The Zanzibari Hotel Nungwi
The Zanzibari Zanzibar/Nungwi
The Zanzibari Zanzibar Island/Nungwi
The Zanzibari Zanzibar Island/Nungwi
The Zanzibari Hotel
The Zanzibari Nungwi
The Zanzibari Hotel Nungwi

The Zanzibari Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 195 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 195 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 195 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 195 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 195 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice pool, good food.
It was great: the honeymoon suite was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

farid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was AMAZING from check in to house keepers. A real gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

sabine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were staying in a magnificient large room on the GF facing the ocean. We had breakfast, snacks and dined at the hotel. The food was excellent so were the cocktails. We enjoyed all the hotel had to offer however a few minor points: 1. Staff although super friendly and diligent had to be chased for. The hotel is understaffed 2. On the day we left, the road to the hotel was blocked and we found out at the last minute 3. We paid 2 nights we could not use due to a late flight in and an outward ferry out too early. Management was not available to refund 1 $ nor to provide any discount of our final bill as a commercial gesture. 4. The beach was nice but full of urchins (the hotel did provide water shoes for free though). 5. Despite many Kungurus and due to low staffing it always took quite a while for dirty dishes to be collected which attracted these horibble birds. We shall explore other hotels in the area when we return...
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rawdhah

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Stay at The Zanzibari Hotel
My stay at The Zanzibari hotel was a truly remarkable experience. The stunning beach view and friendly staff made me feel welcomed and relaxed. The hotel's beautiful design and delicious cuisine added to the overall enjoyment. I enjoyed activities like beach walks and water sports organized by the hotel. It was an exceptional stay that I can't wait to repeat.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mordechai

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful green place, Well maintained
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful time at this location. The staff was amazing, very cordial and accommodating. The property was cleaned constantly, the food was delicious and the poolside bar was great. Walking distance to beaches, aquarium and Zoo. I would definitely go back.

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff were very attentive and the hotel is well maintained and clean. Our room was comfortable and well maintained. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Anna, Mississauga

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is realy nice, one issue is the beach by the sea. This hotel is great for people who prefer swimming pool that smim in the sea.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josephus

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All went well for us. I enjoyed my stay this time.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Christopher

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Nice spot
Nice hotel at a great value. The grounds are nice and the staff was friendly. The water is separate from the actual sand. You can access the water via a stair case and I would recommend water shoes as it is a rocky sea floor. The service is a bit slow so FYI.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel - highly recommend
This is a great hotel to escape for a week. Beautiful territory with a great private beach and fairly easy access to the ocean. You MUST!!! Absolutely must wear swimming shoes going to the ocean, as there are a lot of sea urchins - ask hotel for the footwear, they’ll gladly provide free of charge. Hotel offers a great bar (good cocktails and a happy hour) and a swimming pool. Staff is friendly and happy to help (waitress Trida was absolutely fantastic - caring and always ready to help). Room was good, relatively small, but we came to see the ocean and enjoy sun, not the room. It has a good insect protection and staff comes to spray out anti insect protection too. Overall, I enjoyed all aspects of the stay and would gladly recommend this hotel for a stay. And yes, they serve great seafood at a very reasonable price.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Romal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent staff
Great property with an amazing beach. The staff was excellent, friendly and great service. I would definitely recommend the Zanzibari..
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely well-kept gardens with steps down to the beach; swimming pool and sunbeds; spacious room with a massive bed. Terrific hotel.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A place that feels like family
The hotel is 4.5 stars for luxury. It doesn't have the opulence (or cost) of Essque next door. But it has the feeling of family intimacy and warmth and caring that, to me, is worth far more than opulence. For example, my arrival flight to Zanzibar was delayed for hours. The hotel driver stayed at the airport for hours waiting for me, with frequent communication between me and the reception manager, Khatib. Khatib stayed until 10:30 at night until I arrived, and then suggested I check in the next morning so I could sleep first (but offered me food in case I was hungry). My walking tour of the village was done by the hotel manager, who introduced me to the weavers, fishermen, and boat repair people he's known for 20 years, giving me chance to try my skills at these tasks. This was a personal, not a commercial experience. I booked only the breakfast (half board), which was excellent with many choices. I then also ate all my dinners at the outdoor, covered, hotel restaurant because the food was so good, reasonably priced, and convenient. When I checked out after a 3 day stay I accidentally left a credit card that was found by housekeeping. Khatib called me that afternoon and took a taxi 1 1/2 hours (each way) to Stonetown to personally deliver my card to me at my next hotel. The staff at the hotel included me as part of their family. My observations of interactions with other guests is that this was not unique to me, but is part of the culture.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Place to be
Great staff, great food, a great place to holiday at in Zanzibar
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

melody, Prince George

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a gorgeous , quiet boutique hotel. The food in the restaurant is fantastic. There is a small rocky orivate beach accessible during some tide times but only a 15 min walk to nungwi beach. Gorgeous views from all rooms and great staff!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Zanzibar Trip
Great service from all of the staff with novelty of Massi security/porters. Peaceful location adjacent to the sea. Limited activities/interest outside the resort itself and sad to see the poverty in the town of Nungwi.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

JOACHIM

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Josephus

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It's a WOW!
Amazing hotel! Service was beyond any I've had and I have traveled all over the world. Food was excellent and we loved our room which was just steps to the Indian Ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exceptional!
What a fabulous ending after our mainland safari! This hotel has it ALL-incredible service and food with attention to our every need! Our room was steps from the Indian Ocean and absolutely spectacular every single day!
Steps from our room
Indian Ocean
Our room on first floor
In the restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023