See all properties

Aya Beach Resort

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel with outdoor pool

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Aya Beach Resort

Outdoor pool
Lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine, beach views
On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
Outdoor wedding area
Romantic Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Oceanfront (Sunset) | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Kizimkazi Mkunguni, Kizimkazi, Unguja
  • Kizimkazi Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Kizimkazi Dimbani Mosque
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Mchangamble Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View, Garden Area

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Partial Ocean View, Garden Area

Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Partial Ocean View, Garden Area

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • 215 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Sea View, Garden Area (Chwaka Bay)

Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

Comfort Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Sea View, Garden Area (Chwaka Bay)

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Garden View

Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Garden View

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pool View, Garden Area (Tumbatu Island)

Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pool View, Garden Area (Tumbatu Island) | Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pool View, Garden Area (Tumbatu Island)

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Signature Villa, 1 Bedroom

Signature Villa, 1 Bedroom | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

Signature Villa, 1 Bedroom

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Comfort Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Partial Ocean View, Garden Area

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Sea View, Poolside

Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Sea View, Poolside

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Ocean View, Garden Area

Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Ocean View, Garden Area | Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Ocean View, Garden Area

  • 183 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View, Garden Area

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View, Garden Area | Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View, Garden Area

  • 248 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Romantic Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Oceanfront (Sunset)

Romantic Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Oceanfront (Sunset) | Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Romantic Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Oceanfront (Sunset)

  • 377 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Sea View, Poolside

Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Sea View, Poolside

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

You may also like

Ad
On the beach, white sand

LUX Marijani Zanzibar

Pwani Mchangani
  • Pool
  • All inclusive
  • Spa
  • Parking included
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, 59 reviews
The price is $132
$106 nightly
$132 total
Total includes taxes and fees
May 28 - May 29
LUX Marijani Zanzibar

About the neighborhood

Kizimkazi

On the beach.A stay at this hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Kizimkazi Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Kizimkazi Dimbani Mosque. Dimbani Beach is within 3 miles (5 km) and Mchangamble Beach is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Kizimkazi Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kizimkazi Dimbani Mosque - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Dimbani Beach - 13 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Mchangamble Beach - 19 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Jambiani Beach - 39 min drive - 14.5 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aya Beach Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪eden rock - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Juice Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dining room, The Residence - ‬63 min drive
  • ‪Kipepo Pool Bar - ‬63 min drive

About this property

Aya Beach Resort

3-star beachfront hotel with outdoor pool
Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities like umbrellas and sun loungers. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Aya Beach Resort like an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This Mediterranean hotel also offers a garden and a terrace. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Aya Beach Resort was completed in May 2022.

This 3-star Kizimkazi hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 15 buildings
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Aya Beach Resort offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature Select Comfort mattresses. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and sports massages.

Languages

English, Swahili

Similar properties

Exterior

Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • All inclusive
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, 175 reviews
$111 nightly
The price is $138
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Total includes taxes and fees
Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • 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
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 50 km
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between May 5 and May 25.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Aya Beach Resort

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant 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 4.00 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 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 7)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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

Aya Beach Bungalows Hotel Kizimkazi
Aya Beach Bungalows Hotel
Aya Beach Bungalows Kizimkazi
Aya Beach Bungalows
Aya Beach Resort Hotel
Aya Beach Resort Kizimkazi
Aya Beach Resort Hotel Kizimkazi

Frequently asked questions

How close is Aya Beach Resort to the airport?

Aya Beach Resort is 38.1 mi (60-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 Aya Beach Resort?

As of May 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aya Beach Resort on Jun 1, 2025 start from $104.35, 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 Aya Beach Resort have an airport shuttle?

Aya Beach Resort offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 60 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Aya Beach Resort to the beach?

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

Does Aya Beach Resort offer free breakfast?

Aya Beach Resort does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Aya Beach Resort?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Aya Beach Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Aya Beach Resort?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Aya Beach Resort have a pool?

Aya Beach Resort features an outdoor pool.

Does Aya Beach Resort have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Aya Beach Resort have a spa?

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

How close is Aya Beach Resort to downtown Kizimkazi?

Aya Beach Resort is 0.4 mi away from Mkunguni.

Aya Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alain

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

Perfection

Magnifique endroit, tout y était parfait, une des belles place de Zanzibar pour un séjour parfait.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonas

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

Mysigt boende

Fint hotell med härligt boende och det ligger precis vid stranden. Bra mat men kanske något dyr och för lite variation. Härlig frukost med grattis tillval på olika ägganrättningar som är toppen goda. Tre nätter känns som lagom för detta boende sedan blir det enformigt. Men lungt och supermysigt.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really a nice place with amazing staff. The beach is the best we tried on Zanzibar. Great food!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephane

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

Extraordinaire

Depuis mon arrivé jusqu'à mon départ le séjour a été magnifique. Disponibilité du personnel, leur gentillesse et leur sourire feront de votre séjour un instant mémorable. Dans une très belle plage, au contact de la population locale vous vous baignerez dans des eaux cristallines. Villa signature très confortable et bien aménagée. Lieu paisible et reposant. Petite structure loin de ces complexes hôteliers bruyant et surpeuplée. De plus la cuisine est très bonne avec un choix à la carte, rien à voir avec ces bouffet qu'on vous propose. Tout était parfait!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

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

Perfect!

Our stay at Aya Beach Resort was absolutely amazing and I loved everything about it! This hotel has the best vibe, food, staff and resort area overall. I really recommend it!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, absolutely loved our stay. The only exception was the very slippery floor in our room, but apart from that it was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Shigeo

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Aya and the surrounding beach were incredible! The facilities were more than I could have hoped for and the staff top notch. I underestimated how remote and underdeveloped Kazimkazi was- while I felt safe, so many people trying to sell me something made me not want to leave the hotel. (There is no ATM in town!) An unexpected highlight were the Maasai staff! Absolute pleasure having the opportunity to get to know more about that community. I would absolutely recommend and will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda R

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful place to relax and recharge. Food and staff are excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Aya Beach Stay

Aya Beach resort is a really lovely and quiet hotel tucked away in the corner of the beach. It has direct access to the beach and when the tide is up, you can go from the stairs to the ocean and have a swim. The food was really tasty and had good sized portions, they have specials that change daily which is a nice touch. If you fancy changing it up a bit, there is a really amazing local restaurant about 5 minute walk down the beach, called Sunset which serves amazing seafood at a good price. The beach is hard to relax on when the tide is up, but around the pool is full of sand so it gives you the vibe you are sitting on the beach anyway. The one negative, which is not Aya’s fault is the beach is full of beach boys trying to drag you in for a chat to sell you an excursion, which after a while becomes really annoying! You just need to tell them no and ask them to leave you alone. Stay away from a person called Mr Cool, he will not give you a nice experience and will not pay the local people their deserved money if you pay him. Overall, a lovely stay and we would recommend to others if staying in Kizimkazi.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mathilde

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

ROGELIO D

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karin

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

Best week imaginable!

Thank you so much Aya Beach Hotel for a wonderful week. Staff has been so friendly and helpful, food delicious and room clean and comfortable. We are so happy!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Karine

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Shane

8/10 Good

Rob

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location and restaurant
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stefana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautifully located on a quiet beach, with breathtaking sunsets. The bungalows have been recently redone, every detail in the room and bathroom remind you of Africa. Very clean, with wonderful staff ( lead by the manager, Mr. Luis), good fresh, tasty food ( fruit, fish and seafood, freshly squeezed juice) and good cocktails. Definitely coming back!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

BOGDAN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very chill environment, no noise.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very Relaxed

Very relaxing. Very quiet. Beautiful beach in front of property. Slightly understaffed in restaurant / bar, but food well priced and very good. If you want to relax, i would strongly reccomend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

André

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A really beautiful place. Probably the best location in Kizimkazi, right on the most beautiful white beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

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

Great Location

Enjoyable setting on the beach. Clean and well designed rooms. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tsaone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020