Taste the Luxury in Zanzibar
Zanzibar is a tropical paradise that some of the most luxurious hotels in the world. From private villas with stunning ocean views to all-inclusive resorts with world-class amenities, there is no shortage of options for those seeking a lavish getaway. Whether you're looking for a romantic escape or a family vacation, Zanzibar's luxury hotels offer the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.
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Experience Paradise: Where Zanzibar's white sands meet luxury
What we like about it
Traditional Zanzibari decoration
Luxurious and spacious living spaces
Diverse dining with a fusion of global cuisines
Direct access to a picturesque beach
Zuri Zanzibar Hotel & Resort invites you to delve deep into the essence of Zanzibar. Revel in the taste of global cuisines at the resort’s restaurants, or sip on exotic cocktails at one of their premium bars. The establishment ensures your comfort with modern amenities like Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and more, while also offering unique features like a music concierge, an outdoor gym, and a well-being centre.
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Wander through the lush gardens, take a refreshing dip in the pools, or bask under the sun on the serene white beaches. For the culture enthusiasts, the nearby Stone Town offers a rich history, bustling markets, and stunning architecture. Engage in various water activities, enjoy a spa day, or just lounge by the beach watching the sun dip into the horizon. With direct beach access, every sunset becomes a mesmerizing experience.
Accommodations:
Bungalow (41 rooms): Overlooking the tropical gardens, these bungalows offer 66 m² of living space. They accommodate up to 2 adults with options of a king or two single beds.
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Jacuzzi Bungalow (5 rooms): Similar to the Bungalow but enhanced with a private Jacuzzi, these lodgings also overlook the tropical gardens.
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Jacuzzi Suite (5 rooms): These suites combine indoor luxury with outdoor beauty. Offering 132 m² of living space, they come with a separate bedroom and living area, and accommodate up to 3 adults.
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Ocean-Front Suite (1 room): Just steps away from the beach, experience uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean. Boasting a private Jacuzzi and 132 m² of living space, it’s a haven for up to 3 adults.
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Garden Two Bedroom Villa (1 unit): Perfect for families or a group of friends, this villa offers 317 m² of living space with two separate bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and a private Jacuzzi.
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2 Bedroom Ocean-Front Villa (2 units): These luxurious villas, with 260 m² of living space, are set in an exclusive ocean-front location, complete with an open-air private jacuzzi.
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3 Bedroom Ocean-Front Luxury Villa (1 unit): Experience opulence with 350 m² of living space, a private beach, infinity pool, and a private Jacuzzi.
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Experience Paradise: Where Zanzibar's white sands meet luxury
What we like about it
Traditional Zanzibari handmade decoration
Luxurious and spacious living spaces
Diverse dining with a fusion of global cuisines
White Sand Beach
Cast off your cares – and your shoes – at Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa, a barefoot resort nestled in the palm-flecked fringe of Paje Beach, one of the most beautiful strips of sand on Zanzibar’s south-east coast. Traditional palm roofs and sun-bleached timbers make the villas look like they’re part of a rustic fishing village, separated by gardens of lush exotics and bright-blooming flowers. But as the hotel’s name suggests, it’s the sugary sands that take centre stage. Out on the beach and beyond, you’ll find plenty of diversions: open-air spa huts, for instance, or kitesurfing at the hotel’s expert-led school. In the evenings, toast the sunset on the rooftop champagne bar, before descending to dinners that make the most of Zanzibar’s spice farms, including saffron-dusted tiger prawns and fragrant fish curries.
At the hotel
Beach, tennis courts, open-air gym, bikes to borrow, paddleboard and kayak rental, rooftop champagne bar, free WiFi throughout, laundry. In rooms: flatscreen TV, Bluetooth speakers, minibar, tea and coffee kit, free bottled water, fan, mosquito net, Mwani Zanzibar amenities.
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Our favourite rooms
If it’s just the two of you, you can’t beat the one-bedroom beachfront villas, which are made up of two buildings connected by a large sun deck with a private plunge pool. The larger building is the bedroom and bathroom, which has an outdoor bath tub and shower. On the roof, there’s a spacious terrace with shady seating and sea views. The second, thatch-roofed building is the living and dining area, although sunsets are best enjoyed from the dining cabana on the terrace.
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Poolside
The pool’s smooth, asymmetric curves and sandy base make it seem part of the landscape – a miniature oasis encircled by tall palms and neatly planted borders. There are cabanas with greenery-swathed roofs around the outside, each shading a few sunloungers.
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Spa
Well aware that Paje is precisely the sort of place most spas could only hope to channel, the architects made it an open-air affair, with treatments taking place in open-sided huts with steep thatched roofs. You’ll feel the warm sea breeze as the therapist works out knots or rejuvenate world-wearied skin with the help of products from Healing Earth, who bottle up the best of Africa’s natural resources. Alongside the two treatment spaces (one of which was designed with couples in mind), there’s also a hammam, Jacuzzi and a sauna. Masseurs will also be happy to give treatments in your room.
Let us tailor-make a vacation suited to you
We tailor-make Zanzibar vacations that take you to the real Paradise – no readymade tours or set departures. Get in touch today to start creating your bespoke itinerary!