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The Zanzibari

4.0 star property
Hotel with private beach and full-service spa
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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Frangipani Suite | Private pool
Bustani Suite
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Reception
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Pool
  • On private beachOn private beachOn private beach
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included

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Map
Nungwi Road, Nungwi
  • Popular LocationMnarani Natural Aquarium9 min walk
  • Popular LocationNungwi Beach15 min walk
  • Popular LocationNungwi Natural Aquarium4 min drive
  • AirportZanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)96 min drive
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Room options

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Bustani Suite

Bustani Suite

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Fridge
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 79 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Bougainvillea Sea View Room

Bougainvillea Sea View Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Deep-soaking bath
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Love Shack Deluxe

Love Shack Deluxe

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Free cots/infant beds
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Deep-soaking bath
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • 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

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 80 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Ocean View Room | View from room

Ocean View Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Deep-soaking bath
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Frangipani Suite

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Fridge
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 60 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Single Bed

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Bougainvillea Garden View Room

Bougainvillea Garden View Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Deep-soaking bath
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Nungwi

Located in Nungwi, The Zanzibari is on a private beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nungwi Beach and Kendwa Beach. Mnarani Natural Aquarium and Nungwi Natural Aquarium are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving, snorkelling and parasailing adventures can be found near the property.
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What's nearby

  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium - 9 min walk
  • Nungwi Beach - 15 min walk
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium - 4 min drive
  • Kendwa Beach - 17 min drive
  • Mnemba Island - 37 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Promenade Main Restaurant - 8 min drive
  • M&J Cafe - 4 min drive
  • Ginger Bar - 8 min drive
  • Nungwi Inn - 5 min drive
  • Mangi's Bar - 5 min drive

About this property

The Zanzibari

Upscale hotel near Nungwi Beach
At The Zanzibari, you can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace and a garden. With amenities such as a private beach and sunloungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Treat yourself to a massage, a body scrub or aromatherapy at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, Dhow Restaurant & Bar, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and children's meals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • Babysitting (surcharge), massage treatment rooms and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks such as free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers or deep-soaking baths plus toothbrushes and toothpaste
  • Decks/patios, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Dhow Restaurant & Bar

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 5 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

Outdoor space

  • Deck/patio

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop 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 per cent 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 1 April and 1 May.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (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:

  • 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 per cent

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 any lifts
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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Zanzibari have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Zanzibari?

As of 13 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Zanzibari on 20 May 2024 start from NZ$173.71, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Zanzibari pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Zanzibari?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Zanzibari?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Zanzibari?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does The Zanzibari provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 50 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Zanzibari located?

Nestled on the beach, this Nungwi hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Mnarani Natural Aquarium and Nungwi Beach. Kendwa Beach and Nungwi Natural Aquarium are also within 3 miles (5 km).

The Zanzibari Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 181 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 181 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 181 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 181 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 181 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

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