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Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE

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Exterior
A balcony with stone pillars, white cushioned seating, and a view of the ocean and a pier.
A poolside area with wooden loungers, a stone pillar, and a view of the ocean and palm trees.
Private beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden bench, a hanging canopy bed, and a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Zanzibar Island, Kizimkazi, Unguja South Region
  • Place, Salaam Cave Aquarium
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dimbani Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kizimkazi Dimbani Mosque
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

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A modern bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a ceiling fan, and a decorative wall piece.

Bungalows

  • Garden view
  • 1184 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Jacuzzi Room

A balcony with a view of a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

Deluxe Jacuzzi Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Swim-Up Suite +16 | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Swim-Up Suite +16

  • Garden view
  • 700 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Jacuzzi Room

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a large window, and a view of a hot tub and garden.

Premium Jacuzzi Room

  • Garden view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Sea Front Swim-Up Suite +16

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a canopy, a sofa, and a round mirror.

Sea Front Swim-Up Suite +16

  • Ocean view
  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Swim-Up Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Bungalows

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Duplex Villa

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Ocean Villa

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Kizimkazi

On the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Salaam Cave Aquarium and 2 miles (3 km) of Kizimkazi Dimbani Mosque with a stay here. Dimbani Beach and Kizimkazi Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Salaam Cave Aquarium - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Dimbani Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kizimkazi Dimbani Mosque - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kizimkazi Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Paje Beach - 37 min drive - 24.4 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aya Beach Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪fahari off the grid - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sarabi - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pavilion Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Zanzibar Blue Dolphin Bay - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE

Upscale beachfront resort with 2 outdoor pools
Some rates at Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the sand beach. Enjoy the umbrellas and sun loungers for a relaxing day at the beach. Bring your whole family to Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE for summer fun including 2 outdoor swimming pools, a complimentary children's club, and snorkeling.

There are 3 restaurants on site. For a drink, you can stop by one of the onsite bars, including 2 poolside bars and 3 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. This luxury resort also offers a fitness center, a garden, and a terrace. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Kizimkazi resort.

  • 151 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 18 buildings
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2 bars by the pool
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Built in 2023
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar on the beach
Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE offers 151 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. 47-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This Kizimkazi resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include facials and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's games
  • Free children's club
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 poolside bars
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A beach bar

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fitness classes
  • Free children's club
  • Gym
  • Playground
  • Sailing
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Tennis
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 47-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

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 Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Kwanza Resort
Kwanza Resort by SUNRISE
Aldiana Club Zanzibar Kwanza Resort
Aldiana Club Zanzibar Kwanza Kizimkazi
Aldiana Club Zanzibar Kwanza Resort Kizimkazi

Frequently asked questions

How close is Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE to the airport?

Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE is 37.1 mi (84-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE?

As of Aug 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE on Sep 1, 2026 start from $244, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE.

How close is Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE to the beach?

This resort is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE offer free breakfast?

Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE?

This resort offers free self parking.

Does Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE have a pool?

Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE features 2 outdoor pools. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Does Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE have a restaurant?

There are 3 onsite restaurants, offering options like international cuisine and brunch.

Does Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE have a spa?

This resort doesn't have a spa, but it does offer facials, mani/pedis, and massages.

How close is Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE to downtown Kizimkazi?

Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE is 0.8 mi away from Kizimkazi.

Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 68 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eloe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience and good times. Great service and people ate very kind
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lewis George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and would recommend
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jadyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great small but nice resort.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a good stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Collins

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The beach views and the aesthetics were beautiful
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Musab

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

Great views for sunset 🌅

Very nice resort.. little expensive if you dont have all inclusive
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shantavia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this property. The staff was very nice and helpful throughout my entire stay. They have many food options at the resort and they have different activities for free, painting on Mondays and Fridays were my favorite.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Manish

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

Good property

The property is good , staff are welcoming. Good for holiday with family , food is good , thanks to Edson at Jua restaurant, his service is excellent and he made sure my family is comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MAUREEN

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

Lovely

Awesome hotel.. AHMED AND KELVIN WERE AWESOME
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a fabulous place and wish I spent more time there. Two days was just not enough. I loved their activities and will definitely stay there again and again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and the staff were great. However, the prices on site are very exaggerated. The location of the resort is exploited a little. Would still vacation there again anytime.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ADEBAYO O

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful Experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at Kwanza was amazing, stayed here for my honeymoon and my wife really loved the resort. We stayed in one of the swim up rooms which was a nice added feature. The only thing I could fault this hotel is the drainage system in the shower and sink is a bit slow to go down the drain other than that everything is 5 star. I would definitely stay here again and the staff were all amazing and accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The resort is stunning, and our swim up, ocean view rooms (we were upgraded) were fantastic. The hotel is brand new, and was quiet whilst we were there, the food was variable, but largely good, and all the staff were lovely, and could not do enough for you. The resort itself is quite remote, but still perfect for a relaxing break with a choice of several restaurants and bars on site, as well as a spa, gym and yoga area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vontrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay here was amazing! Beautiful resort and staff. Everyone is so nice and friendly. The buffet style food was fresh and good. The rooms were clean and kept cool. We enjoyed the outdoor shower. Great views for pictures and videos if you’re a content creator or just enjoy doing so. I would definitely recommend this resort.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abdallah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A perfect getaway resort, relaxing and perfect for honeymooners and couples. The hotel is new so it is well maintained. They have a doctor which helped us with my kid. All staff are smiling, welcoming and helpful sometimes the service is slow but they are doing their best
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin Van

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The stay was definitely what I would describe as a paradise resort, great food and entertainment and the staff are very friendly.With the only slight feedback being they had a lot of power cuts through the stay and water cuts occasionally but it was fixed once reported. A slight bit of maintenance needs to be done with regards to rust but is very difficult with the type of climate in Zanzibar but overall I would recommend this as a 5 star location in Zanzibar, thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this resort , all the staff were so friendly and welcoming . I was worried about the food but the food there was amazing every day a new dishes to try and I loved the way the really embrace they own cuisine . Foods were so good , I loved the cocktails as I have bee in so many resort and the cocktails weren’t good but in Kwanza all drinks were amazing just takes long . To Ibrahim , Lucas , Mwansuda and Mercy thank you so much for making our staying better
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very beautiful property. Super nice staff. Very over priced and underwhelming with Meal options. Buffet style without meal plan is $45 per person per meal per a day! I do a lot of traveling and thats the most ridiculously price I have ever had. When checking out, additional $70 was added to the final bill. Once again, highest taxes I have experienced within my time of traveling. Will definitely visit Zanzibar again, but will prefer another hotel!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rami

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

Jewel of the South

We learnt Kwanza is “the first” in Swahili language, and in reality it was. Our experience was amazing. From the comfort of our chalet to the pristine landscape and exterior and the dining variety, it could not have been any better. The daily show by the poolside was an extra add-on that kept our daughters waiting for it every evening.. from live music, to local dance it was very original and engaging. Many thanks to all the staff for being so attentive, friendly and welcoming.. Mr. Riyab, Mr. Rajabu, Ms. Mariam and all the other members were so kind and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melvis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s an amazing place,I will recommend kwanza to anyone who wants to have a quiet and peaceful get away, it’s unique, the staffs are very welcoming,the food is nice, What I didn’t like was the payment process during reservation, I had clicked payment upon arrival, but I was debited immediately I keyed in my account details. That didn’t seat well with me. But apart from that, kwanza is very nice place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Sam

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

Disappointed

Zanzibar is a beautiful island, however Kwanza doesn’t live up to its 5 star rating. Food - terrible, food was stale, rehashed from the day before and the same food nearly every day. Service - not great, we had a few issues, like a flood into our room - which were very poorly handled - overall they just didn’t seem to care about much. If we were paying $250 per night, there would be no complaints but they are asking the same rates as Dubai with nowhere near the same level of service or hospitality.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Annemarie

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Honest review

The hotel was generally good but the pool area lacked something and I’m not sure. Could do with cleaning more as today it had a lot of flies/wasps and bits gathering at the steps, water didn’t look a great colour. Bathroom in my room smelt of sewerage, did not improve after calling reception. My daughter had raw/undercooked chicken in her chicken wrap and she ate some of it without realising. Spoke with the management but it didn’t seem to matter. Not the best experience and some staff were slow to bring drinks, today I waited 20mins and there was no one else at the pool
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Fatuma Omar

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I recently came to stay at the kwanza resort by sunrise in Zanzibar. While a beautiful location and most welcoming stay, I experience some bad service, that of which I didn’t expect for the money I paid for the hotel. My main issue was the waiting time for everything from the coffee in the mornings to the room service in the evenings, at one point even had to wait over 2 hours for a cup of coffee, which is ludicrous. Also, I had a discount code because I booked with Expedia, which was not honoured and the individual I spoke to, was extremely rude about, he made an arrange to meet at the reception to discuss my bill and what he can do and then didn’t come and then was extremely rude to me on the phone. There was a cockroach in one of the rooms and the air conditioning was not working in another. It was getting ridiculous. I left with a sour taste, also my sister, who came on the trip is a journalist, she has written for ELLE, Vogue, Marie Claire, Harpers Bazaar was planning on featuring the resort, is now quite disappointed. The best time were the staff who were incredibly accommodating and worked super hard to make our stay the best it could be
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Noora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall excellent! They just opened so it was very quiet which was what we were looking for. The facilities were beautiful and everything was very clean and minimalistic. The thing that stood out most to me was the service. Sometimes in five star hotels it feels like even after paying a significant amount they always want to make you pay more for the small extras. In this case it was the opposite, the staff always went out of their way to check in and if something could reasonably be on the house they offered it. In the main restaurant: Mariam went above and beyond and made us want to come back again. Rajab catered to our every need! Felister listened to our questions about wanting to find authentic zanzibari food and Chef Sabrina made us the most scrumptious meal (off menu) that will stay with us as the best meal we had in Zanzibar! In the pool/recreation department: Khamis created a really fun game with shells that had me laughing and was one of the highlights of the trip! Jabiry always checked in to greet us good morning and refresh towels. Kwao at the pool bar went out of his way to cater to our every need. Reception: Mercia proactively checked in with us throughout our stay and any requests (ex. issues with hot water) were dealt with in under an hour. Excursions: Shabani and his staff took us on a wonderful beach trip with amazing food. The only downside to the facilities was that they have a cliff beach which makes swimming a bit challenging
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023