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A beach with palm trees and a clear view of the ocean.
A poolside dining area with tables set for guests, surrounded by palm trees and string lights.
A beach scene with a hammock, thatched-roof huts, and palm trees.
A couple relaxing on a bed with a view of the beach and ocean.

1. TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
Kiwengwa
Canada
Narina
£196
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
A beach with white sand, palm trees, and thatched umbrellas.
A resort with a central pool, surrounded by palm trees and beach views.
A resort with a swimming pool, beach, and palm trees.
A resort with a beach view, palm trees, and a pathway leading to the beach.

2. Tembo Kiwengwa Resort

Tembo Kiwengwa Resort
Kiwengwa
£210
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Tembo Kiwengwa Resort
A resort with a large pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
A natural rock formation with a small waterfall and clear water.
A beach with a thatched-roof structure, a palm tree, and a clear view of the ocean.
Room

3. Ycona Luxury Resort

Ycona Luxury Resort
Uroa
Australia
Mark
£320
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Ycona Luxury Resort
A beach with white sand, palm trees, and a sailboat.
A spacious restaurant with tables and chairs arranged for dining, large windows offering a view of the ocean, and a modern ceiling design.
A pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
A white building with a wooden entrance, a stone pathway, and lush greenery.

4. Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa - Premium All Inclusive

Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa - Premium All Inclusive
Uroa
United States
Wawuda
Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa - Premium All Inclusive
A pool area with lounge chairs, a wooden deck, and a view of the beach and ocean.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean.
A bar area with wooden bar stools, a counter with bottles, and hanging pendant lights.
Fitness facility

5. JAZ Elite Aurora

JAZ Elite Aurora
Michamvi
United Kingdom
Susannah
£226
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
JAZ Elite Aurora
A beach scene with a palm tree and two wooden lounge chairs under a thatched roof.
A large bathtub filled with water and flowers, positioned near large windows with a view of the sea.
A spacious room with a large window offering a view of the sea, a white bathtub, and a wooden ceiling.
A wooden deck with a pool, lounge chairs, and a thatched roof structure overlooking a turquoise sea.

6. Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa

Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa
Michamvi
United States
Katura
£148
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa
A wooden deck with a pool overlooking the sea, lounge chairs, and a stone wall.
A bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a view of the ocean, and a balcony with a chair.
A beach with white lounge chairs and a small table, palm trees, and a clear blue sea with a sailboat in the distance.
A room with a large glass door leading to a balcony overlooking a beach.

7. Melia Zanzibar

Melia Zanzibar
Kiwengwa
United States
Carol
£220
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Melia Zanzibar
A beach resort with palm trees, thatched umbrellas, and lounge chairs.
A resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
A thatched-roof structure with a dining area, surrounded by palm trees and a beach view.
A restaurant with wicker furniture, hanging light fixtures, and a thatched ceiling.

8. Breezes Beach Club & Spa – Half Board

Breezes Beach Club & Spa – Half Board
Dongwe
United States
Alma
£201
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Breezes Beach Club & Spa – Half Board
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bench, a round table, and a view of the ocean through a sliding door.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a stone wall, and a long reception counter.
Room
A bar area with a wooden counter, woven stools, and pendant lighting.

9. JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+

JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+
Uroa
United States
Sabrina
£206
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+
A beach scene with a palm tree, two white lounge chairs, and a beach umbrella.
A table set on a beach with a view of the ocean, a drink, and a meal.
A paved pathway leading through a garden with palm trees and potted plants.
A room with a large window overlooking a beach with palm trees and a sailboat.

10. LUX Marijani Zanzibar

LUX Marijani Zanzibar
Pwani Mchangani
United States
Paul
£211
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
LUX Marijani Zanzibar
An outdoor seating area with a view of the ocean, a thatched roof, and a pool.
A pool with clear blue water, a view of the ocean, and a wooden deck.
A pathway leading to a building with a thatched roof, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.
A beachside dining area with wooden chairs and a table, overlooking the ocean.

11. Joud by the sea

Joud by the sea
Jambiani
United States
Shuayb
£251
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Joud by the sea
A beach with white sand and clear blue water.
A modern building with a stone pathway leading to a covered entrance, surrounded by palm trees and potted plants.
A resort with a courtyard, palm trees, and outdoor seating areas.
A pool area with palm trees, a lifebuoy, and lounge chairs.

12. Baraza Resort & Spa Zanzibar

Baraza Resort & Spa Zanzibar
Dongwe
United States
Russell
£807
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Baraza Resort & Spa Zanzibar
A spacious living area with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony overlooking the ocean.
A resort with thatched-roof buildings, a beach, and a landscaped garden.
A beach with thatched-roof structures, palm trees, and a clear view of the ocean.
A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the ocean, a potted plant, a sofa, a lamp, and a table with decorative items.

13. Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive

Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive
Dongwe
United States
Mark
£696
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive
A clear blue pool surrounded by palm trees and wooden lounge chairs.
A thatched-roof structure with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by tropical plants.
A wooden structure with a thatched roof, leading to a beach.
A wooden gate leading to a beach, surrounded by lush greenery and a Buddha statue.

14. Sensations Eco-Chic Hotel

Sensations Eco-Chic Hotel
Pwani Mchangani
United States
Jennifer
£193
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Sensations Eco-Chic Hotel
An indoor dining area with wooden tables and wicker chairs, a thatched roof, and decorative lanterns.
A resort with multiple buildings, a stone staircase, and lush tropical vegetation.
A pool area with lounge chairs, a white archway, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A beach with two wooden lounge chairs and a small table, surrounded by palm trees and overlooking the ocean.

15. Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa

Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa
Kiwengwa
£213
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa
A balcony with a view of the ocean and a resort area.
A beach swing overlooking a sea with overwater bungalows.
An aerial view of overwater bungalows with a central building, connected by a bridge.
A serene pool area with lounge chairs, a palm tree, and overwater bungalows in the background.

16. Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection

Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection
Dongwe
United Kingdom
pardon
£172
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection
An aerial view of a resort with multiple bungalow-style accommodations, a central swimming pool, and lush tropical vegetation.
A room with a wooden ceiling and a canopy bed. There is a wooden bench and a small table with bottles.
A bedroom with a canopy bed, wooden flooring, a desk with a vase, and artwork on the walls.
A beach bar with thatched roof, wooden lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

17. Kappa Senses Zanzibar

Kappa Senses Zanzibar
Pwani Mchangani
Norway
Idun
£308
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Kappa Senses Zanzibar
A beach with thatched umbrellas, palm trees, and a sandy beach.
A beach with sun loungers and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees.
An aerial view of a resort with thatched-roof bungalows, a pool area, and a beach.
Poolside bar

18. Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar

Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar
Kiwengwa
United States
David
£248
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar
An aerial view of a resort with multiple swimming pools, palm trees, and a beach area.
A beach resort with palm trees, white buildings, and a view of the ocean.
A resort with thatched-roof huts, a well-maintained garden, and a view of the ocean.
A bedroom with a large bed, a view of the ocean, and a balcony with outdoor furniture.

19. Diamonds Mapenzi Beach

Diamonds Mapenzi Beach
Kiwengwa
United Kingdom
Irene
£212
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Diamonds Mapenzi Beach
A pool area with wicker furniture and a view of the ocean.
A tropical resort with multiple thatched-roof cottages, a swimming pool, and a view of the turquoise sea.
A resort with thatched-roof bungalows, a swimming pool, and a beach view.
A beach with a thatched-roof hut, lounge chairs, and a palm tree.

20. Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort

Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort
Pongwe
United States
Jonathan
£416
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort
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Top East Coast Zanzibar Hotel Reviews

Ycona Luxury Resort

Ycona Luxury Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent stay, wonderful staff, everything you could want for a relaxing holiday."
Mark 7-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Ycona Luxury Resort
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent
"Such an amazing place I loved coming back to a clean hotel room and the food was amazing. Cleanest hotel I’ve ever been to by far ! Beach is amazing and such friendly amazing staff!"
Narina 5-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa

Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa

10/10 Excellent
"I had an amazing time here and was treated like a princess. A true hidden gem in Zanzibar."
Nneka 3-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa
JAZ Elite Aurora

JAZ Elite Aurora

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel is very big yet beautiful. The rooms are spacious and we were pleased to find a hairdryer in the bathroom. Evening entertainment was great but also easily avoided if required. We also enjoyed the selection of pools and meals on offer! Would highly recommend this hotel."
Susannah 7-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
JAZ Elite Aurora
Tembo Kiwengwa Resort

Tembo Kiwengwa Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing, this hotel is good for families vacation also Muslim families. All food is HALAL, no alcohol allowed. Clean, friendly stuff and excellent activities Please come and enjoy in zanzibar"
Abubakar 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Tembo Kiwengwa Resort
Melia Zanzibar

Melia Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent
"The best place i have visited. It made me feel at home"
Carol 4-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Melia Zanzibar
JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+

JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+

10/10 Excellent
"Not one complaint 10/10 everyone was nice the food was amazing great shows we loved it so much we had to stay and extra day and we were so mad we had to leave will definitely be coming back !!!!!!!!!!"
patrick 1-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+
Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar

Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent
"My wife and I found a little bit of paradise at Royal Mandarin Resort! Very very nice property. We booked this room for five nights following our Serengeti Safari in the hope of some beach relaxation. We got that and so much more!"
David 5-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
Royal Mandarin Hotel & Resort Zanzibar

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