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The 10 Best Resorts in Zanzibar City, Tanzania

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Each spacious villa and bungalow offers an intimate environment. Ocean-front villas have a private patio with a pool, a lush tropical garden, and a gazebo draped in mosquito nets. The bungalows are located in the garden area with access to the main swimming pool. A guest relations attaché is available to help plan day trips and excursions.

We stayed in the Villas and the private pool with beach access was an absolute dream. The staff is world class and I dream of my return to the Zani Resort! Great food from their incredible chef and the staff was a standout highlight during my time in the region. 10/10

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9.4
Superb
237 reviews
Price from
£299
per night

Set in Zanzibar City, 20 km from Peace Memorial Museum, Calamari Beach Resort offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant. Offering a bar, the property is located within 21 km of Hamamni Persian Baths. All rooms include a balcony with sea views and free WiFi.

The breakfast was awesome 😎. The drive around the island was marvelous, our driver and guide Max was cheerful and excellent. I would recommend Calamari a 100 times.

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8
Very good
132 reviews
Price from
£144
per night

Located in Zanzibar City, 5.2 km from Peace Memorial Museum, Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. This 5-star hotel offers a kids' club, room service and free WiFi. Certain units at the property include a terrace with a sea view.

They had good water sports facilities, nice marina

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8.4
Very good
281 reviews
Price from
£205
per night

Mangapwani Restaurant serves local and international cuisine, Terrace Restaurant offers casual dining and Kobe Restaurant provides guests with a light lunch at the swimming pool at Zanzibar Sea Cliff Resort & Spa. A bar on a private beach, the Kobe Poolside Bar and the Jetty Bar are also offered. The Zanzi Bar features views of the Indian Ocean.

It's indeed a global standard 5 Star resort. The environment eas really clean, organized, detailed and a true feeling of sanity. The staff were amazing, cultured, welcoming, polite and receptive. The management is really doing a great job. I would recommend to friends and family without hesitation. Did I forget to mention the varieties of foods? Oh no, it was worth every penny.

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8.1
Very good
440 reviews
Price from
£211
per night

Set in Zanzibar Region, 7 km from Stone Town, Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort features a year-round outdoor pool and free WiFi is available in the rooms.

The Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort features a restaurant on site. Both buffet-style and a la carte dining options are available. Room service is offered at the property and BBQ facilities are available at a surcharge.

beautiful new property with a great view on the beach on kibweni.

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7.6
Good
1,246 reviews
Price from
£68
per night

This resort has a private beach area and bike hire and car hire are available. The area is popular for diving. Peace Memorial Museum is 2 km from Zanzibar Ocean View Hotel, while The Zanzibar Curio shop is 2.7 km from the property.

The hotel exceptionally met our expectations. The hotel staff, the food, hotel location and the rooms were of high standard.

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6.5
Review score
138 reviews
Price from
£46
per night

Located in Zanzibar City near the beach, Zanzibar Beach Resort incorporates a blend of contemporary and Afro-Arabic designs in its architecture. The property has a swimming pool and guests can make use of the free WiFi available at the accommodation.

Everything it was so relaxing

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6.6
Review score
409 reviews
Price from
£70
per night

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Travellers who truly “get away from it all” trust resorts to provide the pinnacle of all-inclusive relaxation. Resort guests are invited to enjoy communal onsite amenities like pools, spas, restaurants, activities, excursions and shops, and stay the night in luxurious private rooms, villas or apartments.
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  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 220 reviews
    While we’re not talking high end accommodations here, what I am saying is that I received great value for the price. Mohammed and staff went above and beyond in anticipating and meeting our needs. If you’re going to Zanzibar for an all-inclusive beach stay, this is the wrong venue. If you want a perfect location to experience the life and culture of Stone Town, then this is the absolutely best place for you. A truly unique adventure.
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    PAUL
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £264.13
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 440 reviews
    Overall the place was breathtaking. The food was amazing. The staff was friendly and helpful. The resort offer plenty of activities.
    Isabel
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £167.48
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 377 reviews
    The location is excellent; management and staff were very good and attentive; enjoyed the SPA and my morning walks accompanied by the resident dogs (who are taken care of by the resort) was relaxing and fun!
    Valambia
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £93.89
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,127 reviews
    Mizingani is situated so perfectly if staying in Stone Town, we walked 150m to meet our stone town tour guide at the Old Fort. The night market is 100m away and worth seeing. Perfect for a short stay in stone town before heading to the beach resorts.
    Sarena
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £71.61
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,175 reviews
    We booked for a short stay in stone town having been at a beach resort for the majority of our holiday in Zanzibar. Location was ok but down an alleyway which I wouldn't want to walk down at night.
    Laura
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £52.16
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 138 reviews
    The view from this hotel is excellent. The bed was comfortable. One could walk down to the beach easily. If you are on a very tight budget, this is an ideal place to stay, do not expect the usual luxuries associated with beach resorts. If you like a rustic feel of an old inn, with weathered walkways, steps and exteriors of the buildings, then you will be at home.
    Cobus Burgers
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £264.13
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 440 reviews
    We spent 2 nights in this place. our goal was to play golf in there. what can I say - it’s a big resort hotel, there are a lot of activities you can do. they have tennis, golf, billiard and mini-golf there are several swimming pools a lot of plans, ocean view is really nice about the room - it’s a big old-fashioned and maybe need to fresh a bit, but clean and comfortable to problem with water pressure (what is normal in Africa) we had all-inclusive, they have enough variety of food you can choose
    Alisa
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £50.31
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 939 reviews
    Close to Zanzibar airport. Just 15-20 minutes to walk. Check-in from 12.00 - very convenient, if you are traveling from beach resort. Caffe-bar close to reception, opened all 24 hours. Fridge and TV set in the room - not common for the hotels in Zanzibar.
    Viesturs Pumpurs
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £48.15
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 638 reviews
    The staff were very helpful and friendly. The bar and restaurant are amazing and the pool is wonderful. It's also on a beautiful quiet beach. The rooms are comfortable and the staff put in a lot of effort to make your stay memorable. The gardens are also stunning. I would recommend it to anyone who prefers a quiet beach resort. I would definitely go back.
    L M BESTER
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £79.73
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 409 reviews
    it is just as a beach resort should be
    alia
    Young couple

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