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The Zanzibari

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Nungwi Beach

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Relax by the serene pool surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and enjoy the ocean view.
Relax by the serene pool surrounded by palm trees and enjoy access to the beach.
Enjoy the ocean view from this balcony with a thatched umbrella, two chairs, and a small table.
Stroll along the serene pathway to a tropical beach, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
Enter a serene beachfront haven with a spacious thatched-roof entrance.

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Spa

Explore the area

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Nungwi Road, Nungwi
  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Nungwi Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Bustani Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Bustani Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 850 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Love Shack Deluxe | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Love Shack Deluxe

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Honeymoon Suite, 1 Bedroom | View from room

Honeymoon Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 861 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Ocean View Room | View from room

Ocean View Room

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Frangipani Suite

  • 646 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Bougainvillea Garden View Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Bougainvillea Garden View Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Nungwi

Beachside getaway.Stay at this Nungwi hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Mnarani Natural Aquarium and 2 miles (3 km) of Nungwi Beach. Nungwi Natural Aquarium and Kendwa Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Nungwi Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Kendwa Beach - 7 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Muyuni Beach - 39 min drive - 15.5 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Promenade Main Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪M&J Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ginger Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sexy Fish - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Upendo Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Zanzibari

4-star beachfront hotel near Nungwi Beach
Simply step outside to unwind on the hotel's beach. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at The Zanzibari like an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers a garden and a terrace. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Nungwi hotel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 5 buildings
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Zanzibari offers 10 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. These individually furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. This Nungwi hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads, and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, body scrubs, and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, Swahili

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • 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

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express 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
The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between April 1 and May 1.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Zanzibari

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 30.0 per day.

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 30.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent

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
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Zanzibari
Zanzibari Hotel
Zanzibari Hotel Nungwi
Zanzibari Nungwi
The Zanzibari Hotel Nungwi
The Zanzibari Zanzibar/Nungwi
The Zanzibari Zanzibar Island/Nungwi
The Zanzibari Zanzibar Island/Nungwi
The Zanzibari Hotel
The Zanzibari Nungwi
The Zanzibari Hotel Nungwi

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Zanzibari to the airport?

The Zanzibari is 42.1 mi (97-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 The Zanzibari?

As of Jul 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Zanzibari on Aug 26, 2025 start from $197.22, excluding 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 The Zanzibari have an airport shuttle?

The Zanzibari offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 50 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is The Zanzibari to the beach?

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

Does The Zanzibari offer free breakfast?

The Zanzibari does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Zanzibari?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Zanzibari?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Zanzibari?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Zanzibari have a pool?

The Zanzibari features an outdoor pool.

Does The Zanzibari have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Zanzibari have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features massages, body scrubs, and mani/pedis.

How close is The Zanzibari to downtown Nungwi?

The Zanzibari is 0.6 mi away from Nungwi.

The Zanzibari Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 217 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 217 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 217 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 217 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 217 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Julius, Aurora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and quiet. Great place for people looking to relax without a lot of noise
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Franklin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
They not answering the phone calls
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Shireen

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clémentine Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

raheeem

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Find somewhere else to stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this hotel was wonderful from the room to the view to the staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

jacquelyn, miami

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me and my husband stayed in the honeymoon room and was spectacular. Food delicious. Clean. Awesome staff. We want to go back. Beautiful 4 energizing days
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Inderpal

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark Anthony, Tonbridge

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really impressed with how the reception handles issues. Room cleaning was really on point daily just that if you forget to turn notice from make my room up to do not disturb, the housekeeper will keep banging the door.. Aside that it’s a good place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen, Navan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and super clean. The menu is limited and the service was slow. 50 minutes for one plate of fries. Would still recommend as the ocean views are spectacular and everything else was great! Rose our room steward was amazing, thank you Rose!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zachariah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area was very nice and calm. The staff was welcoming, and the room looked great when I got there. It had a great beach view, and I would return. The bed mattress was a little hard, but everything else was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The love shack beautiful scenery but no aircon. The property's is dated and needs a bite of a upgrade. Should advertise that beach access is very limited. Food,staff excellent service 10/10
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

Nice pool, good food.

It was great: the honeymoon suite was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

farid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

sabine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were staying in a magnificient large room on the GF facing the ocean. We had breakfast, snacks and dined at the hotel. The food was excellent so were the cocktails. We enjoyed all the hotel had to offer however a few minor points: 1. Staff although super friendly and diligent had to be chased for. The hotel is understaffed 2. On the day we left, the road to the hotel was blocked and we found out at the last minute 3. We paid 2 nights we could not use due to a late flight in and an outward ferry out too early. Management was not available to refund 1 $ nor to provide any discount of our final bill as a commercial gesture. 4. The beach was nice but full of urchins (the hotel did provide water shoes for free though). 5. Despite many Kungurus and due to low staffing it always took quite a while for dirty dishes to be collected which attracted these horibble birds. We shall explore other hotels in the area when we return...
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rawdhah

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Stay at The Zanzibari Hotel

My stay at The Zanzibari hotel was a truly remarkable experience. The stunning beach view and friendly staff made me feel welcomed and relaxed. The hotel's beautiful design and delicious cuisine added to the overall enjoyment. I enjoyed activities like beach walks and water sports organized by the hotel. It was an exceptional stay that I can't wait to repeat.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mordechai

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful green place, Well maintained
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff were very attentive and the hotel is well maintained and clean. Our room was comfortable and well maintained. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Anna, Mississauga

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is realy nice, one issue is the beach by the sea. This hotel is great for people who prefer swimming pool that smim in the sea.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josephus

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All went well for us. I enjoyed my stay this time.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023