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Our top choices for Zanzibar 5-star hotels

A resort with multiple swimming pools, sun loungers, umbrellas, and overwater bungalows.
A modern indoor space with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and hanging plants.
A spacious lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the building's exterior.
A multi-story hotel with balconies overlooking a beach and ocean.

1. Hotel Riu Palace Swahili – All Inclusive – Adults Only

Hotel Riu Palace Swahili – All Inclusive – Adults Only
Nungwi
United States
Eunice
£351
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Hotel Riu Palace Swahili – All Inclusive – Adults Only
A beach with palm trees and a clear view of the ocean.
A beach scene with a hammock, thatched-roof huts, and palm trees.
An aerial view of a resort with a pool, palm trees, and beach access.
A poolside dining area with tables set for guests, surrounded by palm trees and string lights.

2. TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
Kiwengwa
United Kingdom
Charlie
£205
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a wooden table with snacks, and a view of the ocean.
A beach scene with a sunset, boats, and people on the sand.
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a round table, and a large mirror.
A boat on clear turquoise water with rocky formations.

3. Iberostar Selection Zanzibar – All-Inclusive

Iberostar Selection Zanzibar – All-Inclusive
Matemwe
Iberostar Selection Zanzibar – All-Inclusive
An infinity pool with a clear view of the ocean at sunset.
A spacious lounge with comfortable seating, large windows with views of the sea, and ornate ceiling designs.
An interior with high ceilings, arched doorways, and hanging chandeliers.
A buffet with various desserts and fruits, a person in the background, and a view of the sea through large windows.

4. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Stone Town
United States
Natasha
£313
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
A wooden deck with a hammock, chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A pool area with a view of the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.
A spacious lobby with high wooden ceilings and intricate woodwork. There is a staircase leading to an upper level, and a reception desk with a computer and a red sign.
A beach with a wooden boat and a lounge chair with a cushion.

5. Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Stone Town
United States
Gita
£321
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
A beach with white sand, palm trees, and thatched umbrellas.
A rooftop terrace with white furniture, palm trees, and a view of the beach and ocean.
A resort with a central pool, surrounded by palm trees and beach views.
A resort with a swimming pool, beach, and palm trees.

6. Tembo Kiwengwa Resort

Tembo Kiwengwa Resort
Kiwengwa
United States
McDonald
£220
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Tembo Kiwengwa Resort
A wooden deck with sun loungers and a view of the ocean.
A room with a bed, a wooden partition, a bench, and a hanging chair.
A wooden swing bed with a view of the ocean, a palm tree, and a thatched roof structure.
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a pier extending into the ocean.

7. Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE

Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE
Kizimkazi
Canada
Phina
£162
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE
A resort with thatched-roof buildings, a pool, and a wooden bridge over clear water.
A serene spa area with a hot tub, a flower vase, and a view of the ocean.
A hot tub with a view of the ocean, surrounded by tropical plants and a thatched roof.
A resort with multiple thatched-roof buildings, a central swimming pool, and surrounding palm trees.

8. Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar

Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar
Kizimkazi
United Kingdom
Nick
£105
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar
A beachside bar with a wooden structure, a palm tree, and coconuts on display.
A spacious outdoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large arched windows, and a view of the ocean.
An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, surrounded by greenery and palm trees, under string lights.
An aerial view of a resort with multiple villas, a central swimming pool, and surrounding lush greenery.

9. The Residence Zanzibar

The Residence Zanzibar
Kizimkazi
United States
Timothy
£430
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
The Residence Zanzibar
A beach with white sand, palm trees, and a sailboat.
A pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
A deck with wooden furniture overlooking a beach and ocean.
A spacious restaurant with tables and chairs arranged for dining, large windows offering a view of the ocean, and a modern ceiling design.

10. 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 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 resort with a pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area.

11. Ycona Luxury Resort

Ycona Luxury Resort
Uroa
United States
Sharifah
£345
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Ycona Luxury Resort
A beach with clear turquoise water, a boat in the distance, and several beach umbrellas and lounge chairs.
A spacious bedroom with a canopy bed, a sitting area with a chair and table, and a view of greenery outside.
A landscaped garden with pathways leading to a building with arches and a large tree.
An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, beach, and ocean views.

12. Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive
Nungwi
United Kingdom
ASIA
Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - 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 modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a wooden deck, and a view of a beach with palm trees and a thatched umbrella.
A bar area with wooden bar stools, a counter with bottles, and hanging pendant lights.

13. JAZ Elite Aurora

JAZ Elite Aurora
Michamvi
United Kingdom
Susannah
£242
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 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 wooden deck with a pool, lounge chairs, and a thatched roof structure overlooking a turquoise sea.
A wooden deck with lounge chairs and a table overlooking a beach and ocean.

14. Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa

Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa
Michamvi
United States
Katura
£176
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa
A wooden pathway leading to a beach with palm trees and thatched-roof structures.
A beachside bar with a pool, palm trees, and thatched umbrellas.
A large rectangular swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and thatched-roof huts.
An aerial view of a resort with thatched-roof cottages, lush greenery, and a swimming pool.

15. Zuri Zanzibar

Zuri Zanzibar
Kendwa
United States
Katsiaryna
£796
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Zuri Zanzibar
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 beachfront property with thatched-roof cottages, lush greenery, and a rocky cliffside.
A beach with white lounge chairs and a small table, palm trees, and a clear blue sea with a sailboat in the distance.

16. Melia Zanzibar

Melia Zanzibar
Kiwengwa
United States
Carol
£283
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
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 restaurant with wicker furniture, hanging light fixtures, and a thatched ceiling.
An aerial view of a resort with multiple bungalow-style buildings, a central swimming pool, and a beachfront.

17. Breezes Beach Club & Spa – Half Board

Breezes Beach Club & Spa – Half Board
Dongwe
Switzerland
Ueli
£444
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
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.
A bar area with a wooden counter, woven stools, and pendant lighting.
A nighttime resort pool area with wooden pergolas, lounge chairs, and a pathway.

18. JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+

JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+
Uroa
United States
Sabrina
£225
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+
An aerial view of a tropical island with clear turquoise waters, a small boat, and a white sandy beach.
A resort with multiple swimming pools, sun loungers, and umbrellas, overlooking a clear blue sea and a distant island.
A resort with a large building, palm trees, and a sandy area.
A beachside restaurant with outdoor seating, large pillars, and a view of the beach and ocean.

19. The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive

The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive
Matemwe
United States
LaToria Williams
£377
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive
A beach scene with a palm tree, two white lounge chairs, and a beach umbrella.
A clear blue pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a white building with arched windows.
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.

20. LUX Marijani Zanzibar

LUX Marijani Zanzibar
Pwani Mchangani
United States
Paul
£240
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
LUX Marijani Zanzibar
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A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, and a rocky cliff.

Top Zanzibar Hotel Reviews

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent
"This is a beautiful hotel with beautiful staff. Food amazing. Pool lovely. Beach sand and blue sea like you e never seen before. Would I go back again - yes in a heartbeat."
Rachel 14-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive

The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent
"Great"
destiny 3-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive
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 2 weeks 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 3 weeks ago
Tembo Kiwengwa Resort
Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent
"All inclusive hotel with great buffet. Beautiful and large beach."
Stéphanie 5-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive
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 2 months ago
JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+
Ycona Luxury Resort

Ycona Luxury Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Lovly"
Salah 5-night trip
Posted 6 months ago
Ycona Luxury Resort

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What are the best 5-star hotels in Zanzibar?
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