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Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar - Adults Only

5.0 star property
5-star beachfront lodge near Kendwa Beach

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Outdoor pool, an infinity pool, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)
Front of property
Interior entrance

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • All inclusive
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Spa

Explore the area

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Nungwi, Kendwa, Zanzibar North
  • Place, Kendwa Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Nungwi Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Mnarani Natural Aquarium
    ‪9 min drive‬

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  • 1076 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
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  • 1076 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom Garden View Pool Pavilion

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Kendwa

On the beach.You'll find Kendwa Beach and Nungwi Beach within 3 miles (5 km) of this Kendwa lodge. Simba Padel and Tazari Caves are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kendwa Beach - 7 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Nungwi Beach - 8 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium - 8 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium - 9 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 50 min drive - 19.6 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tam Tam Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Kendwa Rocks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sexy Fish - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪M&J Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Corner - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar - Adults Only

5-star beachfront lodge near Kendwa Beach
Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar - Adults Only is an all-inclusive lodge. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar - Adults Only. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Kendwa lodge.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Cabanas on the beach (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar - Adults Only offers 15 accommodations with private pools and private plunge pools. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Rooms have detached private bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers with hydromassage showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Infinity pool
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Private plunge pool

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Detached private bathroom
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar - Adults Only

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 16 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 16 and older are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 100 per person (one-way)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • An in-room safe is available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 16 years old aren't allowed.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Kilindi Zanzibar Adults Lodge Kendawa
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Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar Adults Lodge Kendwa
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar - Adults Only to the airport?

Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar - Adults Only is 40.2 mi (91-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar - Adults Only have an airport shuttle?

Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar - Adults Only offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 100 per person, one-way.

How close is Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar - Adults Only to the beach?

This lodge is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar - Adults Only offer free breakfast?

Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar - Adults Only offers free full breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar - Adults Only?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar - Adults Only?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar - Adults Only?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar - Adults Only have a pool?

Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar - Adults Only features an outdoor pool.

Does Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar - Adults Only have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar - Adults Only have a spa?

This lodge doesn't have a spa, but it does offer mani/pedis, massages, and body scrubs.

How close is Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar - Adults Only to downtown Kendwa?

Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar - Adults Only is 1.4 mi away from Kendwa.

Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar - Adults Only Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Waleed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

majid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very Memorable

One of the best resorts I ever stayed in. 1- The service is incredible, the people here are amazing and it ia humbling how great the treatment is. 2- They went above and beyond to provide services that we requested even if not available. 3- The food is great and the experience is special 4- VERY SPECIAL RECOMMENDATION: DON'T MISS TASTE OF ZANZIBAR, amazing culinary experience. 5- The place is quite and relaxing with great views. Most importantly we met great people and made great memories. Special thanks goes to: *Michael: For great hospitality and overall a great person * Witness: Always available and providing the best support with a smile * Nasra: For taking care of our villa * The people at the beach for providing amazing experience with great spirit * Housekeeping for keeping the room in best condition and always leaving some nice messages * The people at the bar for the amazing moments and celebrating with us our special occasion * The great chef organizing Taste of Zanzibar for one of the best experiencez we had Thank you Kilindi Team for the amazing experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Per

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Nicole

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
So I paid over 1,000 for one night stay here. The night before I stayed at a different all inclusive for 700 and they offered so much more. At the Kilindi the property is starting to fall apart, there’s paint in the pools that comes off on your body. And for the price your paying they do not suggest or offer any extras . If you want dinner on the beach or a floating breakfast you have to chase them around and might not happen anyway. The final touch of disappointment for me was the overwhelming smell of burning trash /plastic in the morning. Covered the whole property and it was hard to breath….they need to bring their price wayyyy down.

6/10 Okay

Alejandro

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is nice, but the area is not the best in Zanzibar. Beach is right where a working fishing village is located. Not very private at all! Property is nice, grounds are ok. Overall upkeep of the property is below expectations. We switched villas and the second one was better, but not in pristine condition. Villa layout is awkward. Bathroom is separate from the room structure and with a very peculiar design, offering very little privacy. Pricing is outrageous, at more then $1,000 a night, for a so-so experience. The bright spot is service and food, but overall this property is way way way overpriced!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful villas and a lot of property, beautiful place love the monkeys
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is simply wonderful, it has beautiful villas, beach, pool and restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kilindi is very unique hotel. This is so private and quite. Every staff is so so kindly. Foods are very very food and special. But hotel rooms does not have any window. If you are scared animals(lizard or insect) you will be not happy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

KristinandBen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved Kilindi. My husband and I came here for 4 nights on our honeymoon. The property is gorgeous, and the friendly staff looked after us beautifully the entire time. Daudi was our personal attendant and he was so friendly and attentive without ever hovering over us. The chef makes incredible fresh meals, we didn't have a single thing at breakfast, lunch, or dinner that we didn't love. The bar makes great drinks and fresh daily juices. If you're looking for a quiet, romantic, barefoot getaway, this is the perfect place. The room are enormous with outdoor pools, lounges, and showers. The cleaner left us flowers on the bed daily. The spa is lovely for a massage. And again, all the food is incredible! We loved that you can switch around where you eat for each meal. We loved having a meal down by the beach one night and private breakfasts on our own terrace. The beach is quiet and private in a little fishing harbor, but you can walk/swim to kendwa beach if you want a little more action on a large public beach. My only tip for Kilindi would be to have a small section of the pool that's under cover. It would have been nice to be able to be in the pool without the sun scorching down. We really hope to go back one day! Thank you Kilindi!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kimi, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
For total relaxation this hotel is excellent! Lovely staff, beautiful setting, delicious food and great cocktails.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

HEHUI

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alvania

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

paola

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
un posto fantastico mare bellissimo e tanto relax

10/10 Excellent

Jose Lauro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastico e Unico

Fiquei hospedado com minha esposa no hotel no mes passado. Tenho por habito, ler os reviews de hospedes antes de reservar hoteis. Confesso que li alguns reviews que depreciavam bastante o hotel e fiquei um pouco inseguro, mas como estes eram uma minoria, resolvi confirmar a reserva. A experiencia no hotel foi fantastica, desde o momento que chegamos. Fomos calorosamente recebidos pela equipe do hotel, inclusive Andre, o gerente, que eh muito gentil e solicito. Tudo no hotel nos surpreendeu positivamente. A piscina, o restaurante, a comida, tudo uma experiencia muito agradavel e deliciosa. Mas os pontos altos realmente sao a Vila e as pessoas. A vila eh grande e magnifica, uma estadia realmente muito unica e especial. Descansamos e aproveitamos muito a area externa da vila, o quarto eh otimo e o melhor eh o banheiro aberto. Inesquecivel. Por fim, devo falar das pessoas, todos os funcionarios sao muito bem treinados, estao sempre atentos e prontos para ajudar e atender todos os desejos dos hospedes. Sao todos muito especiais. Definitivamente foi uma das melhores experiencias que ja tivemos em hoteis e recomendo fortemente.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Vera

Liked: Cleanliness

Ожидали большего

Плюсы- большая зелёная территория, красивый вид из номера, хороший живописный пляж. На территории много всякой живности - обезьянки, лемуры) Минусы: 1,В спальне все двери и ставни на окнах сделаны по типу «жалюзи», то есть везде много щелей. С одной стороны- это хорошо, много свежего воздуха, с другой- получаешь все прелести сна в тропическом лесу, где постоянно кто-то кричит или поёт))) Кондиционер очень слабый и не может охладить весь проступающий в комнату воздух, так что если ночи жаркие, то он вам не поможет 2 Из спальни в туалет надо подниматься по достаточно высокой лестнице. 3.Отделка номеров также требует реновации. 4.В ресторане вечером очень темно, практически не видно того, что ты ешь.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
La perfection par excellence. Service personnalisé, avec une excellente attention. Pas une seule fausse note, une qualité rare.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Très belle surprise sur la côte ouest de Zanzibar

Très belle surprise sur la côte de Kwenda à l’ouest de Zanzibar. Séjour dans une très belle villa dans un jardin luxuriant et avec une magnifique vue sur l’océan. Visite surprise de bushbabies et / où singes locaux! Personnel très souriant et disponible. Tout est mis en œuvre pour préserver la privacy et satisfaire les exigences. Restauration top avec un effort particulier pour changer les placements des tables et proposer des emplacements enchanteurs. Managers et équipe au top ! Plage très sgréable et joliment aménagée. A recommander
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

TraumFerien

perfektes Hotel; Service und Essen sind sensationel. Kein WLAN in den Zimmern; was auch ein Vorteil sein kann...
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Paraíso rústico

A localização é especial,um lugar espetacular,pra quem gosta de sossego e natureza.Os bangalôs parecem moldados a mão,rústicos,arejados e lindamente dispostos entre a vegetação e o mar.Come -se muito bem e o serviço personalizado.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017