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Reviews of Essque Zalu Zanzibar 5 stars

Nungwi Beach , 3151 Nungwi, Tanzania

#37 of 66 hotels in Nungwi

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 241 hotel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    7.9

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    7.8

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    7.0
    Definetly worth it
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Ocean View Suite
    • Stayed 6 nights

    It is a great hotel but I wished it had an easier access to swimming in the beach

    The staff was amazing, so friendly and professional. It is a beautiful hotel but knowing more now about the distance to the main town and also about the tide and the beach I would have chosen a different location.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2024

    9.0
    Generally was a good stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Ocean Front Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Overcharged with extra bill which not being signed, but all other bills were signed. So the manager better find this waiter/waitress and have a conversation with him/her.

    everything was good, ocean front suite is really cool

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden View Suite
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The fridge in the room just didn't work despite us asking several times. The breakfast could do with some variety for guests who stay for a longer period

    We liked that the property is close to Nungwi but away from the madness. The jetty bar really stands out... perfect spot for a sundowner. The staff were amazing! There was a good variety with the buffets and food was generally good. Rooms are spacious and very comfortable.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Ocean View Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sometimes staff were unable to assist either because they didnt know how or perhaps were afraid of breaking rules? I'm not sure of the reason but this was the only negative in an otherwise amazing stay.

    Super friendly and helpful staff. Great food. Lovely room. The jetty was spectacular. A corner of Nungwi away from the crowds.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 November 2023

    9.0
    It is a great resort, and the staff made our stay soooo enjoyable. We will definitely be back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Ocean Front Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathroom smelled weird. Some issues with our room door, and key card, but overall we enjoyed our stay.

    The staff were professional, nice, fun, and polite!! The view was beautiful and the food was delicious!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 November 2023

    7.0
    nice setting, unfortunately you cannot swim in the sea but the hotel provides free bus rides
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Ocean View Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Swahili buffet wasn’t very good, all other meals were very good this was the only one that didn’t cut it

    The setting the restaurant by the ocean The bus to go to the beach was very practical

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 September 2023

    9.0
    Fabulous stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden View Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    As a vegetarian the food options were very limited. The pool was a bit rundown

    Fabulous hotel Wonderful location Very big rooms with amazing bathrooms Helpful staff Good breakfasts Lovely pool and beach area Cooking classes were great.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 September 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Ocean View Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing much to do at night expect for dinner and sleep, better to have a pub inside the club with some music

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 September 2023

    9.0
    Zalu is a breathtaking hotel, with the most gorgeous views, very clean,generous, caring, attentive staff, a perfect para
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden View Suite
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast buffet, very limited. Same food every day

    The actual property itself, cleanliness, amazingly friendly, helpful staff

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 September 2023

    9.0
    Exceptional stay .. I will come again
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Ocean Front Suite
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Just the pumpy road outside the hotel but that’s common Zanzibar issue

    Exceptional beautiful place very wide very spacious rooms are perfect .. the best resort in Zanzibar by far Staff are great … jimmy safiya seif juma khier Issa Lucy ze elkefly the food is amazing you must eat swaihili food there The nature and the location of the hotel is absolutely marvelous Our stay was great and unforgettable

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2023

    8.0
    Lovely staff and food. Located at the end of a very bumpy road
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden View Suite
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed sheets and blanket - would prefer a duvet

    Nice staff, very good food

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 July 2023

    9.0
    Great resort with delicious food and fantastic ambience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Ocean Front Suite
    • Stayed 5 nights

    They charge Western prices for drinks....and the pool although large and clean could probably do with a bit of an upgrade.

    There was very little to fault about this place. We had villa/room 16 which had an amazing view of the ocean - at night you could see fire flies on the rocks! The room was lovely and spacious, very clean, huge bed. We got replenished with water, tea/coffee and towels etc every morning and and evening and everything was super clean. We went half board which I recommend because the food is outstanding and there are not too many restaurants around. All the staff were friendly and really tried hard to make our stay special.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2023

    9.0
    Amazing Zalu in Zanzibar
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Four-Bedroom Villa with Ocean View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location was not that great, with no beach access. The hotel does provide a free shuttle to the nearest beach. Some maintenance and better care for the villa is required. But overall, I was satisfied.

    We were a group of friends and took the 4 bedroom villa. The atmosphere was amazing and the staff even more. The villa itself was very cozy with an amazing vibe. The hotel is more suitable for couples though, but we had a good time.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2023

    7.0
    nice place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Ocean Front Suite
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    not enough sun beds, food repetitive, menus dull and in a place renowned for seafood using frozen calamari,?prawns etc 🤬

    location was lovely hotel was great

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2023

    9.0
    Super Chilling, great experience
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Ocean Front Suite
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the Internet is not stable and sometimes the electricity shut down

    excellent service

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Garden View Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    very pleasant stay - super nice and the view is just amazing - clean room and friendly staff

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2023

    7.0
    its a unique experience, staff very welcoming.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden View Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rough road to reach the property.

    The scenery is amazing, the staff caring to details to enjoy the experience is superb

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 January 2023

    7.0
    Could improve food and activity offerings.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Villa with Ocean View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the lack of a beach, limited food options, same lunchtime menu daily on half board.

    it had beautiful scenery and our room was very comfortable

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 January 2023

    9.0
    The trip was awesome
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden View Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The cats especially on the breakfast time.Some of us we have allergy to cat.Please keep them away.

    I love the hotel,it's quiet and clean.Good for the leisure. We enjoyed their breakfast and dinner was really delicious and a lot of varieties.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 30 November 2022

    8.0
    Peaceful and Relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Triple Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The food in general in term of variety, options and taste needs improvement.

    We had an amazing stay. It was quite, peaceful and relaxing. The hospitality was to point.the staff were friendly.We loved the pool.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 20 October 2022

    8.0
    We had a relaxing break
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    AC was not working properly

    Liked the serene view from our room and the friendly staff and service

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 18 October 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden View Suite
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Prices drinks

    Room and Pool

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 8 October 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Family Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The gravel road to the facility is unpleasant especially at night.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2022

    8.0
    full of fun
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the hotel location is not optimal as the beach is rocky so you have to travel to arrive to a better beach. this hotel is Nugwi which is remote from the rest of Zanzibar but that shouldn’t be an issue if you combine it with a few days stay in stone town.

    the hotel entertainment at night is great. the staff were nice and helpful. the place is nice and safe. it was a really enjoyable part of our trip to Zanzibar.

    Stayed in July 2022

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