Shanuo Beach Bungalows ★★

"The hotel is in a perfect location and the beach is very beautiful!! The Wi-Fi worked well and the room was very clean. Here is the perfect place to relax and connect with the nature. The hotel team was amazing!! Also, Kassim, the exceptional guide-driver that the hotel connected us with, went above and beyond expectations! He showed us the best local spots and culture, was very fun, respectful, and had a lot of knowledge about Zanzibar’s history. We absolutely loved it and recommend it!"

Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa ★★★★★

"Absolutely fantastic experience!! The staff at Karafuu are all so friendly, polite and attentive. A very special thank you to Inno, Jo, Denis and Fodia, amazing people. Our lodge/apartment was spacious and full of character and had all the amenities we needed."

Mia Boutique Hotel ★★★★

Hekaya Zanzibar ★★★★

"I think you will like it here. It is small, it is right on the coral beach, it has everything you need, both in the room and in the common areas. The team are super supportive. This place has caracter, unlike the thirteen-to-a-dozen bland resorts with just a little dusting of Zanzi which you can find in the area. Breng watershoes. Don’t step on sea urchins. If you see a blue bottle jellyfish, take evasive action. The cooking is great at Hekaya. Of course, a visit to the nearby Rock Restaurant should not be missed"

Pingwe Beach Apartments

Boutique Hotel Matlai ★★★★

"Very nice and cozy place on the beach of Michamvi. The tide phenomenon is clearly visible and it’s a unique spectacle. The restaurant is well stocked, as is the bar. The manager, Yemen, was very professional, kind, and friendly in welcoming us. She gave us lots of useful advice. Highly recommended!"

Upendo Beach Boutique Hotel Zanzibar ★★★★

"Upendo was the perfect way to end our safari trip: five nights of real luxury and relaxation on the east coast. Francesca and her team welcomed us warmly from the start and made sure we were well taken care of throughout our stay. The food was a highlight. Francesca mentioned to Chef Keith that I'm a foodie, and he went out of his way for us. He cooked a custom Swahili dinner and sent out complimentary off-menu dishes he thought we'd enjoy. When we left, he gave us a recipe and some freshly crushed garam masala so we could make the dishes at home. That kind of thoughtfulness is rare. We booked a villa with a rooftop plunge pool as a treat, and it was worth it. My favorite spot was the shaded swing daybed looking out over the ocean. Jeff and Theo were attentive and friendly every day, and Jeff even stayed up until 1 AM to make sure our airport transfer went smoothly. Tip: Bring water shoes. The beach has a lot of coral and sea urchins, especially at low tide. Upendo will provide water shoes on request, but we brought our own. If Upendo were closer to home, we'd be back in a heartbeat. Asante sana for all the personalized care!"