Luxury Accommodation in Zanzibar

Luxury Accommodation in Zanzibar

Luxury Accommodation in Zanzibar | Zanzibar has recently become a go-to destination for luxury travelers, because of the millions of luxury travelers including the world’s richest individuals and A-list celebrities. This beautiful Island has high end (luxury) accommodations ranging from boutique resorts and hotels, these luxury accommodations are located in different corners of the Island and they are as below.

1. Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort

Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort is a 5 star luxury star – hideaway resort located in Pongwe on the eastern side of Zanzibar Island, the resort is small in size thus boosting a sense of intimacy and privacy. Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort is named after a local Swahili word “Tulia” meaning relax, the hotel offers peace and tranquility thus offering you a chance to relax during your stay.

Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort offers a pure luxury experience to its guests without any of the pretentiousness that often comes with other hotels, each guests receives a complimentary massage and for adventure seekers you can rent the resort’s paddle boards or kayaks and head out on to the crystal clear water of Indian Ocean. You can also tryout one of the water slides at the resort.

During your stay at Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort you can enjoy a gourmet 5- course dinner served by a friendliest staff of waiters and waitresses.

2. Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort, Zanzibar

Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort is a luxury resort

Equipped with a gym, spa, mountain bikes and a volleyball court, this resort on the western side of Zanzibar certainly won’t leave guests without something to do. Fruit & Spice also has an impressive wooden jetty leading out into the ocean; the perfect spot to watch the sun go down over the horizon. The resort’s swimming pool is vast and kept immaculately clean, as are the numerous man-made beaches with sun loungers facing out onto the azure blue waters. Guests will be impressed by the high-quality buffet dishes on offer at Fruit & Spice, but there are also separate stations offering further choices. Expect fresh fish, stir fries, pasta and omelettes to be cooked right in front of you. As for the rooms, they are spacious and clean and situated close enough to the pool that guests can simply roll out of bed and onto a sun lounger in the morning.

Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort, Zanzibar

3. Essque Zalu Zanzibar

Any luxury traveller will be pleased to find Essque Zalu on the northern tip of the island. It’s a very large property with modern and stylish decoration and very spacious suites. One of the best parts of this resort is its position. With incredible views of the ocean, guests instantly feel relaxed and at peace here. The quality of the food is high, with impressive menus spanning 3 restaurants which cater for all tastes. Essque Zalu boasts a unique restaurant, called The Jetty. It’s a floating restaurant, offering a truly unique dining experience that will make any holiday a memorable one. The resort also boasts plenty of facilities to keep adults and children alike entertainment; there’s a fitness centre, a kids club and even an art gallery. Excursions to other parts of the island can be arranged should you wish to explore what the rest of Zanzibar has to offer during your stay.

Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort, Zanzibar

4. &Beyond Mnemba Island

Mnemba island, which can only be described as an idyllic paradise island, is just a short boat ride away from mainland Zanzibar. With only ten beachside rooms, this place is so private that guests won’t even have to see another human being until meal times. The days on Mnemba can easily be spent horizontal on a sun lounger or strolling along the pure white sandy beaches until it’s time for an evening cocktail. Scuba diving and snorkelling fanatics will not be disappointed by the coral found just a few feet from the beach. For a honeymoon to treasure forever, this place has got you covered.

&Beyond Mnemba Island

5. The Manta Resort, Pemba Island

Pemba is yet another gem of an island situated off the coast of Tanzania, surrounded by clear blue waters. If you’re looking for a holiday which enables you to completely switch off from the real world, then The Manta Resort is the place to go. Here, guests find themselves in a truly relaxing surrounding, served by friendly staff that make each guest instantly feel at home.  Combine that with fresh food and endless sunshine and the holiday is bound to be a success. This hotel has a secret weapon, though. Fancy spending a night underwater? Then, the floating room is for you. Dive off the roof into the balmy blue waters, and spend the evening watching tropical fish swim by from the comfort of your bed.

The Manta Resort, Pemba Island

6. MATEMWE LODGE

Matemwe Lodge is a luxury Beach Lodge formerly known as Matemwe Bungalows, the lodge is a peaceful oasis with 12 thatched cottage suites directly at the Ocean’s edge and fantastically located on a low coral cliff side beside a sweeping sandy beach.

Matemwe Lodge is a popular lodge for travelers visiting Zanzibar for scuba diving experience as it is adjacent to The Mnemba Atoll that lies just offshore, Mnemba Atoll is a popular destination for divers and snorkelers and is some of best diving sites in Zanzibar. The lodge offers a relaxed atmosphere, lush tropical gardens, fine sand, intimate swimming pools and magnificent fresh sea food.

The Manta Resort, Pemba Island

 Accommodation at Matemwe Lodge

Matemwe Lodge has a total of 12 beautiful bungalows built from local materials and surrounded by a beautiful garden, each suites consists of a private veranda with hammocks and couches overlooking the Indian Ocean. Guest rooms at Matemwe Lodge are spacious with personal touches and grand-king size beds fitted with large mosquito nets. The rooms also have large en-suite bathrooms with deep bathtubs and walk-in showers.

 Dinning at Matemwe Lodge

Matemwe Lodge has an open air restaurant overlooking the ocean and a tranquil area you can lounge in, the restaurant serves

• Buffet lunch served with a delicious mix of African and European flavors
• Dinner is served with a choice of main courses such as fish, meat and vegetarian options.

7. THE AIYANA, PEMBA

The Aiyana, Pemba is a luxury beach resort with 30 suites and villas nestled on the northern-most edge of Pemba Island, just 30 minutes flight from Zanzibar, the resort is pure chic- designed and built around the concept of simple materiality ad consummate craftsmanship.

 The Aiyana, Pemba blends perfectly with the natural splendor of Pemba Island, the resort lies in a breathtaking, secluded location with a fabulous beach and is a fantastic site for diving around Pemba Island. Pemba Island is a more remote Island than Zanzibar and it takes a few extra hours to get there, from the airport it is a drive of about 75 minutes through forests and villages which is an experience of this own.

The Aiyana, Pemba is beautifully designed with amazing attention to details, ceilings are high and the villas are spacious, the resort’s dinner locations change and often offer themed dinners such as Beach BBQ or African Night.

Accommodation at The Aiyana, Pemba

The Aiyana, Pemba offers luxurious and comfortable accommodation in 30 villas all situated at the beach front boasting wonderful views over the crystal-clear waters of the lagoon, coral reef and the Indian Ocean beyond. Guest rooms at Aiyana, Pemba Resort have bedrooms designed with aspects of quietude and contemplation in mind and ever present rhythmic sound of the sea, the bathrooms in these rooms are extensions of the gardens with showers open to the sky.

8. THE RESIDENCE ZANZIBAR

The Residence Zanzibar is a large luxury Beach Resort of 66 villas set in 32 hectares of (pristine land) manicured gardens and a long powdery white sand beach, the resort is set in an isolated area on the South West Coast of Zanzibar Island. The beach resort is located just 55 minutes from the airport and the Stone Town, the Residence Zanzibar lies on a mile-long powdery white sand beach flanked by coconut palms and warm waters of Indian Ocean.

THE RESIDENCE ZANZIBAR

Accommodation at The Residence Zanzibar

The Residence Zanzibar has 66 stand alone villas with large private plunge pools to bask in the sun and hide from fellow guests, these villas are luxuriously appointed with contemporary, stylish furniture which are reminiscent of the African and Omani Heritage. Villas at The Resident Zanzibar are divided into 6 categories that are

• 34 Luxury Garden Pool Villas (155 m2)
• 13 Luxury Ocean Front Pool Villas (155 m2)
• 11 Prestige Ocean Front Pool Villas (194 m2)
• 5 Frangipani Garden Pool Villas (234 m2)
• 2 Frangipani Ocean Front Pool Villas (234 m2)
• 1 Presidential Ocean Front Villa (468 m2)

Each Villa offers the following amenities include

• satellite TV
• CD/DVD player
• direct dial telephone
• hairdryer, bath robes, mosquito nets, personal safe
• tea and coffee making facilities
• broadband internet access
• air-conditioning and overhead fans
• private swimming pool (30 – 35 m2 and 1.2 m deep)
• wicker chairs and day bed on the pool deck

Services at The Residence Zanzibar

• Butler service
• In-villa complimentary amenities will include bottled water, coffee and a choice of herbal teas
• Complimentary sorbets, iced water and fruit skewers offered on the beach
• 24-hour in-villa dining (surcharge applies)
• Bicycles for each villa
• A huge swimming pool (41m x 14m)
• Boutique
• DVD Library
• Golf buggy transportation
• In-house laundry and dry cleaning
• Broadband Internet access in villas
• Tour and excursion service

Facilities at The Residence Zanzibar

• The Dining Room (Pavilion Restaurant)
• Beach & Poolside(Lunch 12 noon – 4.00pm)
• In-villa private dining(available for breakfast, lunch and dinner)
• Bars
• Sundown Special(00pm – 7.30pm)
• The Library Bar
• The Dining Room Bar

Activities at The Residence Zanzibar

• Tennis Court
• Bicycles
• Fitness Centre
• Kayaks, Pedal boats and HobieCats
• Snorkelling
• Kite surfing
• Deep-sea fishing
• Dolphin safari
• Dhow cruise
• Scuba diving

9. ZURI ZANZIBAR

Zuri Zanzibar is a beach resort and one of the large luxury resorts on Zanzibar Island perfectly located on Kendwa Beach famously renowned for its amazing sunsets and perfect swimming waters. The beach resort is one of the newer resorts the Spice Island, the resort has its own spice Garden with many tranquil spots for peaceful moments, yoga and cooking classes which are also offered at the resort.

Zuri Zanzibar features ultra-modern facilities and environmentally-friendly architecture, the lodge is situated in lush landscapes overlooking the azure waters of the Indian Ocean. The strategic location of the resort makes it a great location for water sports such as diving, snorkeling, Kite-surfing and sunset dhow cruises.

ZURI ZANZIBAR

Accommodation at Zuri Zanzibar

The Beach Resort has a total of 55 Bungalows, Suites and Beach Villas, the stylish and beautifully designed bungalows, suites and villas are very private and this is due to the lush gardens.  Most of the guest rooms offer stunning views over the Indian Ocean, though some of the bungalows offer just a partial ocean view or tranquil tropical garden view.

Accommodation at Zuri Zanzibar is divided into 4 categories

• 46 Bungalows
• 6 Suites
• 2 Two-bedroomed Villas
• 1 Three-bedroom Villa

 Room amenities

• Evening Breeze air-conditioning
• 48-inch flat screen TV with satellite channels
• In-room (laptop sized) safe
• Drinking water
• Complimentary Tea and Coffee making facilities
• Overhead fans
• DVD, game station, entertainment center
• Hairdryer
• Kimono
• Unlimited Wi-Fi internet connection
• Minibar

MATEMWE RETREAT

Matemwe Retreat is a luxury romantic Beach Lodge in Zanzibar located on an amazing stretch of private land just north of Matemwe Lodge and directly opposite Mnemba Island,

Accommodation at Matemwe Retreat

Matemwe Retreat features 4 stylish, romantic and very private villas all boasting a personal butler service and an amazing roof deck with private plunge overlooking the Indian Ocean. Matemwe Retreat is a honey moon haven with beautiful double story villas featuring a unique mix of rustic, elegant and romantic. The rooftop is an amazing spot to hang out and it boasts great views over the ocean, a plunge pool, a shower and a stunning chill area.

 Each villa at Matemwe Retreat features

• A private cocktail bar
• Air conditioned bedroom
• Wi-Fi
• A bathroom with double basins, shower and large romatic bathtub overlooking the Indian Ocean
• Plunge pool on the private roof terrace complete with sun and shade decks.

MATEMWE RETREAT

KILINDI ZANZIBAR

Kilindi Zanzibar is a luxury private boutique resort found on the north coast of Zanzibar, the resort has 15 beautifully designed and very private domed pavilions overlooking the sea. The 15 domed, eastern-styled pavilions are scattered across 52 acres of lush tropical gardens bordered by casuarine forest. Each of the pavilions at the resort has 2 wonderfully private plunge pools, domed living and sleeping spaces open to the sea.

Kalindi Resort was originally designed for Benny Andersson(of Abba fame), the resort is a true blend of the best of diverse cultures and the concept behind it was of the Scandinavian minimalism mixed with the dramatic architectural overtones of the Middle East. The resort has white wooden-slatted shutters embrace wide-arched open windows boasting spectacular views over the Indian Ocean.

Other luxury accommodation in Zanzibar include Fundu Lagoon, Manta Resort, Fumba Beach Lodge and Mnemba Island Lodge among others.

KILINDI ZANZIBAR