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The Zanzibari

Property class: 4
Beachfront hotel with spa, near Nungwi Beach

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The Zanzibari offers a private beach where you can relax in a sun lounger, plus you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Nungwi Beach. The outdoor pool is perfect for guests looking for a bit of fun, while those in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body scrubs, and aromatherapy. Dhow Restaurant & Bar serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a poolside bar, a hot tub, and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
VIP Access

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 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
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Hot tub
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Babysitting
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $116
$181 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3

Why we love this property

Beach bliss awaits
This hotel sits on a private beach with convenient loungers. A walkway leads to the water, with scuba diving, snorkeling, and parasailing nearby.
Dreamy sleep experience
Deep soaking tubs and rainfall showers await in each room. Premium bedding tops off these spaces with curated furnishings and a private deck.

Room options

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View all photos for Bustani Suite

A thatched-roof structure with a covered outdoor seating area, surrounded by lush greenery.

Bustani Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 79 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Frangipani Suite

A clear blue pool with a view of the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and a thatched umbrella.

Frangipani Suite

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

View all photos for Bougainvillea Garden View Room

A room with a bed under a canopy, a balcony with a chair, and a view of greenery.

Bougainvillea Garden View Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Love Shack Deluxe

A bedroom with a bed under a canopy, a view of the sea through large windows, and a small table with items on it.

Love Shack Deluxe

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Ocean View Room

A beach view with a thatched hut, a blue lounge chair, and dense tropical foliage.

Ocean View Room

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Honeymoon Suite, 1 Bedroom

A pool area with a stone border, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

Honeymoon Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room

A balcony with a view of the ocean, a palm tree, and a thatched umbrella.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • Ocean view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Nungwi Road, Nungwi

What's nearby

  • Nungwi Sunrise Point - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Baraka Natural Aquarium - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nungwi Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Kendwa Beach - 10 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 101 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Tam Tam Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Promenade Main Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪M&J Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • Restaurant Kendwa Rocks
  • ‪Hakuna Matata Pool Bar - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Zanzibari

  • The Zanzibari offers a private beach where you can relax in a sun lounger, plus you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Nungwi Beach. The outdoor pool is perfect for guests looking for a bit of fun, while those in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body scrubs, and aromatherapy. Dhow Restaurant & Bar serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a poolside bar, a hot tub, and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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 at the property
    • 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 any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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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 onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 5 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Deck or patio
  • Individually furnished
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

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.

Dining

Dhow Restaurant & Bar - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 50 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 5 percent

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between April 1 and May 1.

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 30.0 per day

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 fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

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

Is The Zanzibari currently open?

The property is closed between April 1 and May 1.

Is there a pool at The Zanzibari?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Zanzibari?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Zanzibari?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Zanzibari?

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 The Zanzibari?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Zanzibari and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, fishing, and scuba diving. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. The Zanzibari also has a private beach and an outdoor pool, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Zanzibari?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Dhow Restaurant & Bar.

Does The Zanzibari have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

Does The Zanzibari have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a deck or patio.

What's the area around The Zanzibari like?

The Zanzibari is a short 11-minute walk from Nungwi Beach and 10 minutes' walk from Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium.

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