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Zanzibar Beach Resort

3.5 star property
3.5-star beach hotel near Christ Church Cathedral

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Outdoor pool
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
Garden view
Executive Double or Twin Room, Sea View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Lobby lounge

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Mazizini, Zanzibar Town
  • Place, Christ Church Cathedral
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Slave Market
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Fort
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Double or Twin Room, Sea View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Double or Twin Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Studio Suite, 1 Double Bed, Garden View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Studio Suite, 1 Double Bed, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Zanzibar Town

Near the airport.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this hotel, you'll find Christ Church Cathedral and Hamamni Persian Baths. Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and Malindi Mosque are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Christ Church Cathedral - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Slave Market - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Hamamni Persian Baths - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Old Fort - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Forodhani Gardens - 8 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stone Town - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jahazi Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Abyssinian Maritim - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪6 Degrees South - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Zanzibar Beach Resort

3.5-star beach hotel near Christ Church Cathedral
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and 5 meeting rooms are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 6000 square feet (557 square meters) and includes a conference center. A fitness center, spa services, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Zanzibar Beach Resort. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Zanzibar Town hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 84 guestrooms or units
  • 6000 sq ft of conference space
  • 557 sq m of conference space
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Onsite shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Zanzibar Beach Resort offers 84 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. 32-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Zanzibar Town hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and ceiling fans. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include sports massages and massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • High chair
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

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 area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Playground
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30 per night.

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 4.00 per person, per night
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 12.00 percent will be charged

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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 10 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30 per night
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Zanzibar Beach
Zanzibar Beach Resort
Zanzibar Beach Resort Hotel
Zanzibar Beach Resort Zanzibar Town
Zanzibar Beach Resort Hotel Zanzibar Town

Frequently asked questions

How close is Zanzibar Beach Resort to the airport?

Zanzibar Beach Resort is 2.1 mi (8-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 Zanzibar Beach Resort?

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Zanzibar Beach Resort on Jun 30, 2026 start from $106, 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 Zanzibar Beach Resort have an airport shuttle?

Zanzibar Beach Resort offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 10 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Zanzibar Beach Resort to the beach?

This hotel is 3.8 mi (22-min drive) from Nakupenda Beach and 4.5 mi (9-min drive) from Shangani Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Zanzibar Beach Resort offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Zanzibar Beach Resort, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 15 for adults and USD 10 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Zanzibar Beach Resort?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Zanzibar Beach Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Zanzibar Beach Resort?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Zanzibar Beach Resort have a pool?

Zanzibar Beach Resort does not have a pool.

Does Zanzibar Beach Resort have a restaurant?

Zanzibar Beach Resort is home to Spice, which features international cuisine.

Does Zanzibar Beach Resort have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Zanzibar Beach Resort to downtown Zanzibar Town?

Zanzibar Beach Resort is 2.6 mi away from Zanzibar Town.

Zanzibar Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 126 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Pictures look great, does not reflect actual condition of "resort"
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Amon Mutale

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Swimming on the oceanside and the staff, very pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Sylvain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel correct
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Kago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
It was a pleasant stay with decent rooms. The bathroom could use some improvements (old towel rails, old looking shower curtain). The pool, beach, and restaurant were nice and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The breakfast needs to be much better!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juliet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet resort but peaceful. Staff are excellent and very polite. Rooms are cleaned and sprayed for insects every day. Tours are available and bookable at reception. I would stay again
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff. Friendly.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simbarashe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were a bit sceptical about the resort at first due to previous reviews. However it was a great 10 day stay for us. The food was lovely, couldn’t get enough of the prawns. The room with the sea view was amazing. The staff were great, thank you Maria you made our stay very comfortable. If you need some where close to the airport and 5min away from Stone town then I recommend Zanzibar beach resort.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Justus

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed there the last day of my stay in Zanzibar and I’m never going back.. management need to up their game. No urgency, Poor reception, rooms too outdated, plugs need to be changed to multi sockets, water takes forever to warm up somehow, food average!! I really didn’t enjoy the 15 hours I spent there!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Martina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked a hotel with full board, but we haven't spent much time there because we've been on day trips. The staff is incredibly pleasant, the hotel is spotless, and the food is great. However, the meal service was quite slow. We waited nearly an hour for a meal.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anne Maree

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We did enjoy the quite of the resort and staff. Anthony and his team in hospitality where excellent for what they had to work with. The Chef and Anthony created a wonderful meal for us on the waterfront viewing the sunset. Magnificent! The waterfront suites where comfortable and rustic island style. We had a nice rest. Thank you.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dyheim

Liked: Staff & service
Resort has alot of potential but needs upgrades. Water pressure was low and breakfast was not good for 30,000 TSH. Resturant options was limited, but the grill prawns was good. Staff was friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Lovely and caring staff, we immediately felt welcome, they were helpful with the luggage, and provided late checkout. However, the building and facilities are old and outdated, air conditioning and wifi did not work.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

James

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pool is utilised as a leisure centre for locals. No hot water, toilet and telephone to reception didn’t work. Balcony doors would not lock. Food was average.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Said

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not worth staying
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Harry

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very dated property, with modest maintenance. Dangerously uneven floors and stairs
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

nqm seon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My first horrible trip in hotels.com I will never be there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This property was ok I did not appreciate the arrival process how I like the spacious room and cleaning. I did not appreciate on an occasion the kitchen messing up the food. Also the area is not a safe area to walk around in
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Trupti

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Okay

Cleanliness was good but service was poor …
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Said

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old hotel and not worth the stay for $60-80 per night. The property is very old and not maintained well, most people complain about hygiene. My wife had a conference for her office at this place and out of 15 people 3 got food poisoning.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bohar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Stay with caution : not so good

It was ok, internet is the issue. Water in bathroom tabs not sufficient to get relaxing bath.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Said

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not worth it at all, food is expensive but poor quality and not fresh. Staff are unprofessional and the property is old and following apart. The worth thing is, seems like the owners don’t care about the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Said

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is terrible, poorly mentioned, no pressure in the shower and first day there was no hot shower. The lock on the door was not working. Too many mosquitoes and every evening the house keeping goes around the rooms spraying this terrible mosquito repellent that’s not safe to humans to inhale. I’m the garden area there is a fish pound that is super gross, so green so dirty.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

marcin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was disappointed with my stay. I requested a late check-out for 2 PM, but the hotel charged me $40 for this, which felt unreasonable. The location is also far from the city center (about a 30-minute taxi ride, which is expensive) and the surrounding area feels unsafe and poorly lit. The breakfast was very disappointing – unhealthy options with limited choices. The balcony door in my room was weak and seemed easy to break open, which made me feel insecure. Additionally, the staff provided incorrect information during my stay, which caused confusion. Overall, the experience was not worth the cost, and I wouldn’t recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025