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

"It was our 3rd stay in The PALMS and it was like coming home to our family. We have visited many lovely places in the world, but this is our favorite one and we celebrated our 53rd Wedding anniversary especially with our friends from Zanzibar. The hospatility and the familar atmosphere are unique, the food is beautiful and the Villas are very well equiped and clean. And last but not least: The service is terrific and „our 4 guys“ Maulidi, Kibalabala, Ngassa and Jackson did read every wish in our eyes. Impressive as well, that Siriak (Hotel-Manager) took care for us from the beginning until the end of our 10days stay. And many thanks to Carol for her support. The PALMS is a beautiful Place to relax, that we can Highlight recommend. So, we are very satisfied and will come back in February 2028."

Johari Beach Residences, Kizimkazi Zanzibar

"Nice nice"

Breezes Beach Club and Spa

"If you want to be pampered, go to Breezes in Zanzibar! If you think you want something they are right there waiting for you to ask! These have to be the nicest employees I’ve ever encountered."

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

"An elegant and cosy hotel, with lovely personnel and excellent food. We enjoyed our stay so much that we felt at home here in Paje."

Swahili Zanzibar Villas

Sea Side Resort

Samawa Living

"Brilliant stay, lovely and helpful staff, and a very comprehensive offering including gym, massages, yoga and meditation classes, and a delicious restaurant."

Paje by Night

"I highly recommend booking a session with Palma - The yoga teacher here is exceptional. I had a fantastic experience with Palma, attending both her yoga and fitness classes. She is very professional and fun, making it one of the best mindfulness experiences I've ever had. The place is also surrounded by nature and green - a few steps away from the beautiful Paje beach. I can only make an emphasis on the great professionalism and great classes at Paje by night."

Promised Land Lodge

"Relaxation pure. This is the perfect place on this planet to get rid of all daily negativity and stress. Laid back, rustikal atmosphere. Great people, great food and superb location. Promised land, a synonym for excellent value for your money in all aspects"

Nest Style Beach Hotel Zanzibar

"Was really good and great service and very quiet and respectful to everyone. But … suddenly the big family came to celebrate maybe around 20 people and was feeling like we were in someone’s party who rented all hotel . Probably they were family of the owner or manager but it was very disrespectful to other visitors 😡 they were very loud and annoying ( not kids ) and they ate on the swimming pool just in the water . The party was till 1 am and it was terrible … unfortunately the end of vacation was not peaceful and relaxing"