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Royal Apartments

Zanzibar City

Featuring a spa bath, Royal Apartments is located in Zanzibar City. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

D
Dr. Lewis
From
Zimbabwe
Our stay at the Royal Apartments from December 22nd, 2024 to January 4th, 2025 was truly magical. The property boasts a small but dedicated team that ensured all our needs were met with precision and care. From maintaining the pristine condition of the villas to crafting bespoke meals, every detail was meticulously handled. The beautiful towel art and personalized recommendations for island excursions added delightful touches to our experience. Moreover, the stables and lovely horses provided unforgettable beach rides during stunning sunsets, making our stay even more enchanting. A special mention goes to Sophie at the front desk, Zach the manager, Mr. Saidi in F&B, and Chef Ochu, the head chef, for their warm smiles and impeccable hospitality. We highly recommend this experience and would rate it a perfect 9/10.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$549
1 night, 2 adults

KKJ House

Zanzibar City

KKJ House is situated in Zanzibar City, 1 km from Peace Memorial Museum, 1.8 km from House of Wonders, as well as 1.5 km from Hamamni Persian Baths.

T
Tanya
From
United Kingdom
Property was immaculate, smelt clean it even had water and some coffee and sugar. It was spacious and comfortable and everything was working. The host was friendly and accommodating. He arranged our airport transport for 3am and came to check us out at that time too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
Price from
US$63
1 night, 2 adults

The Best Travelling Zanzibar Apartment

Zanzibar City

Set in Zanzibar City, 10 km from Peace Memorial Museum and 11 km from Hamamni Persian Baths, The Best Travelling Zanzibar Apartment offers a garden and air conditioning.

A
Atka
From
Tanzania
I had the pleasure of staying at this wonderful property for one night, and it was exactly what I needed. The location is incredibly quiet and peaceful, providing the perfect environment to unwind and relax without any disturbances. It felt like a true escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The house itself was spacious and comfortable, and the property offered a large area for parking, which was very convenient. There’s also a beautiful farm and garden that adds to the charm of the place, creating a serene atmosphere. Whether you're looking to relax or enjoy a peaceful walk around the grounds, this place truly offers a calming and rejuvenating experience. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking a peaceful getaway!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Price from
US$100
1 night, 2 adults

Luxury Villa on Sea View

Fumba Uwandani (Near Zanzibar City)

Featuring city views, Luxury Villa on Sea View provides accommodation with a private beach area, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden, around 20 km from Peace Memorial Museum.

J
Joan
From
Tanzania
Big, neat, all neccrsary annemiyie arr available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Price from
US$108
1 night, 2 adults

Zanzibar DT Beachfront Villa

Mkunguni (Near Zanzibar City)

Situated within 19 km of Peace Memorial Museum and 19 km of St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral, Zanzibar DT Beachfront Villa features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Mkunguni.

O
Omar
From
Rwanda
We had the pleasure of staying here for New Years celebrations. Staff were friendly and helpful particularly Urah. We really enjoyed our stay. We look forward to coming back
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews
Price from
US$534.60
1 night, 2 adults

Villa Fiona

Marumbi (Near Zanzibar City)

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, pool view and a patio, Villa Fiona is situated in Marumbi.

W
Wael
From
Egypt
Makuti pergola was a very good area to have meals and enjoy Ocean view.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
Price from
US$145.80
1 night, 2 adults

Tamarind Tree Zanzibar

Mazizini (Near Zanzibar City)

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Tamarind Tree Zanzibar is set in Mazizini. This beachfront property offers access to a patio and free private parking.

D
David
From
United States
Stunning property with large, comfortable rooms (with great air conditioning) and a stunning property with a pool and fruit trees with ocean views. The property comes with a full-time staff including a property manager, cook, maids, and a security guard. They are absolutely wonderful. They keep the house and property spotless and the food is out of this world. Breakfast is included and we loved it so much that we had them provide dinner multiple nights (for a very reasonable extra charge). The food is incredible! Jennifer (house manager) was super kind and helpful. 5 star property and service. There are a few good local restaurants and some basic service (grocery kiosks and money exchange stands) within walking distance but you'll need a taxi to go downtown for other sites/services. The taxi driver, Harith, that works with the property was incredibly helpful and reasonably priced and lined up activities for us at prices that were better than those we could get elsewhere (the Blue Safari was a family favorite of ours).
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews

Mkoko Villa

Fumba (Near Zanzibar City)

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, sea view and a balcony, Mkoko Villa is located in Fumba.

O
Ozan10
From
Turkey
The villa was like in heaven. It was an unforgettable experience. Ali and his family are always ready to help you. They're very friendly. Everything was perfect. We will definitely stay here when we come to Zanzibar again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Kena Beach Villas

Marumbi (Near Zanzibar City)

Set in Marumbi, Kena Beach Villas offers a balcony with sea and pool views, as well as a year-round outdoor pool, spa facilities and wellness packages.

K
Kelly
From
United Kingdom
Absolutely beautiful property! Exactly like the pictures! Yusuf who runs the property couldn’t do enough for us, always on hand nothing was too much for him, very caring, even set inflatables out in the pool for the kids! And the chef was incredible too!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
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Four Seasons

Stone Town
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

Located in Stone Town, 400 metres from Stone Town Beach and 600 metres from Peace Memorial Museum, Four Seasons offers air conditioning.

From US$45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Tamarind Tree Zanzibar is set in Mazizini. This beachfront property offers access to a patio and free private parking.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Situated 7.1 km from House of Wonders, 7.1 km from Hamamni Persian Baths and 7.1 km from Old Fort of Zanzibar, a vacation home offers accommodation located in Mbweni.

From US$150 per night

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