Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa - Relais & Chateaux

"My stay at the Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Resort & Spa was incredible. The location is just perfect with direct beach access, and I really appreciated how safe it felt – there's security around so nobody bothers you, which makes such a difference. We stayed in one of the villas and honestly, it had everything. Private pool with loungers and hammocks, really good air conditioning, a kitchen with a coffee machine and free soft drinks that got restocked daily. The rooftop with seating areas was our favorite spot for evening drinks. Loved the little touches like proper books in the living room and bedroom, and the mosquito net around the bed meant we slept perfectly. Two showers too – one inside and one outside. The resort itself has a nice boutique, a larger main pool, and a spa that's worth visiting. They use their own cosmetics which smell amazing. The jacuzzi in +30 weather felt a bit weird honestly, but still nice for a quick dip. For anyone who likes to stay active, there's tennis and padel courts, plus a center where you can book kitesurfing lessons and other stuff. We did the Jozani Forest trip and Stone Town tour which the hotel arranged smoothly. But the absolute highlight was the day cruise – snorkeling, landing on a sandbank, and the freshest grilled food prepared right on the yacht. Now let's talk about food because wow. The kitchen here is next level, seriously better than many high-end hotels I've stayed at in Europe. Everything tastes amazing, from the bread and pastries (genuinely better than France) to the butter mixed with local spices, to the steaks and seafood cooked perfectly. The only small thing was the Friday local cuisine night – the food was simpler and not quite at the same standard. But honestly, the live band playing that night was so good and energetic that it totally made up for it and we had a blast anyway. If I had to mention one tiny thing, it's the butler service. We weren't really sure what they were for since the reception team handled everything via WhatsApp super quickly anyway. Not a complaint, just an observation. Overall though, this place is something special. If you want luxury, privacy, and food that will blow your mind, book it."

The Palms Zanzibar

"For many years we travelled extensively over the world in pursuit of the perfect place for a senior couple like ourselves to spend the Christmas season in the sun. Since we found The Palms at Zanzibar some years ago we don't have to search any longer. Perfect service, the best food the Indian Ocean can offer and very nice wines from South Africa. We shall return. Jan Guillou, Stockholm, Sweden"

Johari Beach Residences, Kizimkazi Zanzibar

"Nice nice"

Breezes Beach Club and Spa

"We are departing today from a beautiful stay at Breeze hotel Zanzibar. We stayed for 6 nights after arriving from Tanzania. Beautiful hotel, extremely clean, and staff members are all extremely friendly and attentive. Young Nabir was an extra special waiter. He was extremely polite and built a strong rapport with us during our stay. I wanted to give him a special mention. Would recommend. Only consideration is the beach, as during low tide the reef and sea urchins are exposed, so sea shoes required. This is however no fault of the hotel, just a consideration point if you are wanting to swim constantly through the day. Otherwise would recommend - 10/10."

Alma Boutique Hotel

"Alma Boutique Hotel is a very cozy, warm and intimate retreat!! The room was very comfortable and beautifully designed, and decorated with taste, chic style and attention to detail. The staff and the general manager are incredibly kind, nice and welcoming, making you feel truly at home in a natural way. The food is also delicious. The bar and restaurant are located on the beachfront, creating an inviting and relaxed atmosphere that invite you to spend time there and enjoy the views and the moment. We felt very comfortable during our stay. As a small luxury hotel, it offers a peaceful and exclusive experience where relaxation comes effortlessly. The beach is very peaceful, without hassle from street vendors, and to the left there’s an impressive sand bank that emerges at low tide and is absolutely stunning. A wonderful stay that we would highly recommend it"

Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

"We spent a week at Amani for our honeymoon after a long safari, and it was the perfect choice. Having worked in luxury hotels myself, I have high standards, and Amani exceeded all my expectations. The property is beautiful, peaceful, and spotless. Rooms are serviced twice daily, the food is outstanding with a great mix of local and Western dishes, and the spa is wonderful! We also loved the quiet location away from crowded Paje Beach, especially as we came for kitesurfing. A huge thank you to the General Manager, chef, reception, housekeeping, and especially Robert and his restaurant team for making our honeymoon so special. Tip: book directly through Amani’s website - they have great packages and offers for the great value. We would absolutely come back! ❤️"

Swahili Zanzibar Villas

Samawa Living

"The most amzing Hotel in Zanzibar. Great location with supermarket nearby. The Atmosphere of the Hotel is hard to sescribe everyone are interested you have a gret time there. It starts with the superfreindly Reception with welcome drink und big smiles. The rooms are unexpected great / luxurious / comfortable and well designed. The price value relation is absolutely given by Sawama Living. The Haousekeeping is doing a great job and refill water always. The Hotel is very calm no matter which room you get. Excellent Breakfast and Dinner Service. Beautiful pool with comfortable relax areas. I can highly recommend this Hotel to everyone. A big 10 of 10."

Paje by Night

"The new yoga teacher Palma is really great and very professional. Her yoga classes are a good mix of Astanga, Hatha and Yin and for all level of students. The Whole Body Workout is highly recommended as well and helped me a lot with my yoga practice!!!"

Promised Land Lodge

"We loved this place, what a find! Great staff food and atmosphere. It’s safe to walk day or night, beach boys are fine to book trips with. Pool is great, wildlife to watch. Beach is lovely. You can’t go wrong. The fire pit of an evening is great for socialising if you wish. Plenty of space to chill in the sun or shade"

Veridiana Hotel Zanzibar

"We had a wonderful time at the VeriDiana Hotel. The grounds are a blooming garden with a beautiful view of the Indian Ocean. Our bungalow was well-maintained and decorated daily with blossoms from the garden. But the main part of our happiness was created by the fantastic hotel staff. Starting with Abdul and Alice, who fulfilled all our wishes. A big thank you also for the excellent cuisine prepared by Misunu, Tausui, and Dadi. We would also like to thank Ester, Eunice, Casius, and Habija. The restaurant staff, with their warm hospitality, made us feel so welcome. We already miss you all, and I will definitely return to VeriDiana."