Title: Azao Resort & Spa Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=13131768&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Azao Resort & Spa Family-friendly beachfront location with outdoor pool ## Photo gallery for Azao Resort & Spa ![Building design - Azao Resort & Spa (Pongwe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13140000/13131800/13131768/fb56305c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Azao Resort & Spa (Pongwe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13140000/13131800/13131768/ffb2c6a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View, Garden Area | Garden - Azao Resort & Spa (Pongwe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13140000/13131800/13131768/15182f64.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Room (Deluxe Ocean View) | Balcony - Azao Resort & Spa (Pongwe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13140000/13131800/13131768/e99ac0c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private beach, white sand, beach shuttle, sun-loungers - Azao Resort & Spa (Pongwe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13140000/13131800/13131768/7791efee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies A poolside bar, a terrace and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Azao Resort & Spa. With a private beach, sunloungers and a beach shuttle, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. For some rest and relaxation, visit the steam room, and indulge in a body scrub, a body treatment or a body wrap. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Palma Court Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities such as beach volleyball. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and laundry facilities. ## Reviews 7.6 Good ## Popular amenities - On private beach - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant £100 includes taxes & fees 26 Jan - 27 Jan ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 14 - Jan 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=13131768&PinnedHotelID=13131768&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=13131768&PinnedHotelID=13131768&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 15 - Jan 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=13131768&PinnedHotelID=13131768&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=13131768&PinnedHotelID=13131768&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=13131768&PinnedHotelID=13131768&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=13131768&PinnedHotelID=13131768&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=13131768&PinnedHotelID=13131768&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=13131768&PinnedHotelID=13131768&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Room (Deluxe Ocean View) ![In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13140000/13131800/13131768/3896a65c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room (Deluxe Ocean View) ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning LCD TV Blackout curtains Bathrobes Private bathroom Hairdryer Free bottled water - 418 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Garden View ![Standard Garden View | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13140000/13131800/13131768/d193ef18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Garden View ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds LCD TV Blackout curtains Sofa bed - single Bathrobes Private bathroom - 538 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Duplex (Duplex Pool View) ![In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13140000/13131800/13131768/3896a65c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Duplex (Duplex Pool View) ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning LCD TV Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Bathrobes Private bathroom Hairdryer - 431 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, Pool View (Deluxe Pool View) ![In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13140000/13131800/13131768/aaf830ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, Pool View (Deluxe Pool View) ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning LCD TV Blackout curtains Bathrobes Private bathroom Hairdryer Free bottled water - 646 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPongwe-Hotels-Azao-Resort-Spa.h13131768.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPongwe-Hotels-Azao-Resort-Spa.h13131768.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-6.04761%2C39.40512&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=byNENr0MMBalIObFS3OIJoy6pLk=) Uroa to Pongwe Road, Ndudu village, Pongwe, North region, 2199 #### What's nearby - Pongwe Beach \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Kiwengwa Beach \- 8 min drive \- 5.3 miles - Muyuni Beach \- 27 min drive \- 14.1 miles - Nakupenda Beach \- 54 min drive \- 25.0 miles - Forodhani Gardens \- 55 min drive \- 25.3 miles #### Getting around - Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 76 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Wok - ‬12 min drive - ‪Zanzi Bar - ‬11 min drive - ‪Gabi Beach - ‬13 min drive - ‪Yako - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Yoga Bar Zanzibar - ‬11 min drive ## About this property ### Azao Resort & Spa Upscale family-friendly hotel near Kiwengwa Beach Consider a stay at Azao Resort & Spa and take advantage of a poolside bar, a terrace and a garden. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, sunloungers and a beach shuttle. For some rest and relaxation, visit the steam room, and indulge in a body scrub, a body treatment or a body wrap. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Palma Court Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities such as beach volleyball. In addition to a playground and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas - Free self-parking - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), multilingual staff and beach umbrellas - Beach towels, tour/ticket information and concierge services Room features All guest rooms at Azao Resort & Spa include perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. 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A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - Karibu Bar - Palma Court Restaurant ### Things to do - Beach volleyball - Children's pool - Evening entertainment - Games - Health club - Outdoor pool - Playground - Steam room - Table tennis ### Family friendly - Children's pool - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Playground ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Change of towels on request - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Proposal/romance packages - Tour and ticket assistance - Turndown service - Wedding services ### Business services - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Beach loungers - Beach towels - Beach umbrellas - Garden - On a private beach - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Terrace ### Spa - Body scrubs - Body wraps - Facials - Manicures/pedicures - Massage ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 5 steps to reach entrance - Accessible airport shuttle - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance ### More - Banquet hall - Designated smoking areas - Mosquito nets ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Limited room service ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Desk - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children up to the age of 6 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 75 - Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 75 (from 6 to 12 years old) - New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 75 - New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 75 (from 6 to 12 years old) - A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: USD 70 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5) - Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision ### Property is also known as Azao Resort Pongwe Azao Resort Azao Pongwe Azao Resort Opulent Pongwe Azao Resort Opulent Azao Opulent Pongwe Azao Opulent Azao Resort & Spa By Opulent Pongwe Azao Resort Spa Azao Azao Resort Spa by Opulent Azao Resort & Spa Hotel Azao Resort & Spa Pongwe Azao Resort & Spa Hotel Pongwe ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Azao Resort & Spa have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Azao Resort & Spa? ### Is Azao Resort & Spa pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Azao Resort & Spa? ### What time is check-in at Azao Resort & Spa? ### What time is check-out at Azao Resort & Spa? ### Does Azao Resort & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Azao Resort & Spa located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Azao Resort & Spa Reviews 7.6 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.4 Cleanliness ### 5.4 Location ### 7.4 Staff & service ### 7.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 8 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### ira 1 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities View over Indian Ocean was magnificent, but no beach was disappointing. ##### ira Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 11 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities מלון משגע ויפה נקי ומסודר ברמה גבוהה רמת שרות הצוות אין דברים כאלה מומלץ בחום ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019 ### 4/10 Poor #### asaf 31 Dec 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort No beach access. ##### asaf Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 10 Dec 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Nice Hotel. Great Value. Friendly staff. Big and clean rooms ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 23 Jun 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### Beautiful location staff needs a little training I had to think long an hard as to wheter I'd reccomend this hotel. This is a great hotel for families and couples. The pool is great and the food is good. Take advantage of the free bikes. We stayed in a beautiful oceanview bungalow but we had issues with the water working properly so we had to relocate to a villa without a view. I feel like the staff is a little lazy and there was a disconnect. The spa was under construction. I was pleasantly surprised when the staff surprised me with a birthday cake ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 3 Mar 2018 Liked: Room comfort Disliked: Staff & service #### Ottima struttura ma pessimo punto di mare Ho soggiornato all'Azao per 7 notti con 3 amiche, la permanenza in hotel è stata piacevole, posto molto tranquillo, indicato per chi come noi voleva rilassarsi. Forse persino troppo tranquillo però, alla sera dopo cena mancava qualsiasi tipo di intrattenimento ( musica, spettacoli o altro) per cui dopo cena non si poteva fare altro che andare subito a dormire, eventualmente con l'unica possibilità di bere qualcosa al bellissimo bar sul mare, collegato all'hotel da una passerella, molto suggestivo però appunto al meno un po di musica sarebbe stata piacevole. Personale cortese ma con tempistiche troppo lunghe nel rispondere alle nostre esigenze, nota negativa il mare impraticabile. Fondo in parte sabbioso simile a fango, ci si sprofonda dentro fino alla caviglia ed é impossibile camminare e la restante parte rocciosa molto tagliente, con la bassa mare impossibile quasi entrare. Ci siamo dovute spostare ogni giorno per cercare il mare bello. Cibo ok ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Julie, Canada 2 Mar 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Nice hotel with sea view Azao resort is a nice hotel but be aware, there is no beach. If your plan is to relax by the pool, this is a great resort. If you plan to swim in the ocean and relax on the beach, this might not be the best option. We were aware of it, but kinf of hope we could go swim. It was not possible during our stay. we ended up moving to another hotel. However, the resort is nice, in the nature, it's calm, the rooms are spacious and clean. The staff is extremey friendly and always ready to help. The pool is big, well maintained. We opted for the all inclusive and it was a good idea as the resort is isolated. There is not much around and if you end up paying for food at the hotel, it can be a bit expensive. The resort is quite big, there is a jetté where you can go for a drink after dinner. It's fine. Food wasgood. I feel I got what I paid for. It wasn't very expensive compared to other options, so got what I paid for. At low tide, we could go explore the beach (rocks, crabs, etc). We enjoyed it, but after a few days, we felt it was time to move elsewhere. My recommendation would be to spend a few days and move to another part of the hotel. ##### Julie Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Dodi, Frankfurt, Germany 23 Jan 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Hübsches Hotel, sehr leckeres Essen, schöne Coctai sehr gutes Essen, schöne und leckere Coctails, sauber, nett Service, es gibt ein einzige Probleme mit dem Hotel, dass es kein Strand hat. Das SwimmingPool ist doch schön, aber wir wolltem auf jedem Fall am Meer auch baden, was das Hotel leider nicht erlaubt. Am besten Strände sind ca. 1 Stunde weg, und man muss Taxi dazu bezahlen. ##### Dodi Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018 ### 2/10 Terrible #### sergio 8 Jan 2018 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Azao resort is a nightmare. Stay away We bought a 3 bedroom villa with pool and garden view. Garden view is like a wild Bush that they don’t take care per 1month with a lot of insects and frogs and a lot of lizards. The way to go to the room is so so bad that the guy that bring our luggage broke 2 luggage wheels bringing them. When we arrive in the room. At lobby hotel after one hour in a cab they didn’t offer us nothing to drink and a lot of unnecessary paper to fill out. Really I never saw this. Very incompetent people working there. Even English she cannot talk. When we arrive in the room. The pool was really really dirty. Look at pictures green with a gutter from the roof and a lot of tiles falling them. I didn’t believe in this. Special note Hilton bought this hotel. Do they know that they are waiting for guests with all of those problems? One room was upstairs and the bathroom was in another floor with a dangerous stairs to go. And the villa is like a building that we share the pool. Rooms small and completely separated. Where did you saw a villa like this in a 4 star hotel ? Staying with kids is completely insane in a place like this. After 1 hour they give us another room with a pool falling out the tiles but that look clean and a roof gutter. Then they put 2 chair beds for the kids for spend that night. Stay away from azao resort. Very disappointed. You need to check the stars and downgrade it. Maybe it’s only for local people. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s580-pfa470c90-f42f-11e7-b691-42834b9c48d7-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s689-p2e09e490-f42f-11e7-b691-42834b9c48d7-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s86-pd7336780-f42f-11e7-b010-0242fed17ade-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s884-p466c6a80-f42f-11e7-badd-aa76e492b6a4-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### sergio Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017 ### 8/10 Good #### Remy, San Rafael, CA 5 Jan 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Beautiful hotel, a bit isolated Had a fabulous stay at Azao. The only thing we were a bit disappointed by was the lack of beach and nothing in walking distance. It seems like many people never leave the resort, which is not exactly my style of travel. Otherwise, incredible staff! Kevin, Rose, Elizabeth and Farhat were so kind to us during our stay. Nice rooms! Food was varied (would have liked more local food- now it’s only one night per week). I had no idea it was owned by Hilton. Apparently they have plans to renovate. I just hope they don’t change the staff or add a ton more rooms- the size was nice as it was not too crowded nor too desolate. ##### Remy Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Freddan, Stockholm, Sweden 2 Jan 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very friendly and affordable resort Friendly and helpful staff and management. Clean and high "Zanzibar standard" on all facilities. Food was awesome for adults and teenagers. Atmosphere around pool-area was relaxing and promoting meetings with other guest and the helpful bartenders. Would recommend this resort to all my friends! ##### Freddan Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017 ### 6/10 Okay #### Serge 8 Dec 2017 Disliked: Staff & service #### Never again this hotel They have a restaurant where you can have lunch with extraordinary poor and expensive food. 20$ buffet lunch / person which does not include many options to eat.For 4 days we paid 320 euro for food (2 persons)!!! That given that we do not ate three meals a day there and barely managed to choose something to eat in the restaurant. Unfortunately, you will not pay on the spot( you ll sign a paper), but at the end will surely cause different issues how it happened to us, to ask for 400€ instead of 300€.We asked for explain as why do we have to pay 400€ and they showed us some paper we would have signed, with alcohol and cocktails consumed, but unfortunately for them they were not our signatures and we did not consume any alcohol during that period;If you want do any extra activities try to met a local guy. In the hotel prices are crazy. They asked as 500 $ for 2 persons for Dauphins tour + jozani, and we pays 75$ with a local guy.I still have so many negatives points about you guys, but I don’t want lose all my days writing about this resort ##### Serge Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 15 Oct 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Bien Bonne expérience. Personnel sympathique. Quelques difficultés sur la gestion des factures. Mais un accueil au top. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2017 ### 8/10 Good #### Anjan 16 Jul 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Disliked: Staff & service #### Gem in pongwe Excellent hotel at the price. Newly built and ticks most of the boxes except for a little slow service which needs a lot of improvement. Will definitely go back and try the private villas. ##### Anjan Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017 ### 8/10 Good #### Anna 24 Feb 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Vi var de enda gästerna på hotellet vilket gjorde att det kändes ödsligt. Mycket var slut i restaurangen och frukosten var begränsad. Serviceinriktad personal som uppgraderade våra rum och lät oss checka ut sent. ##### Anna ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 9 Aug 2019 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 14 Jan 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Imed 28 Aug 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Imed Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kiwengwa-Hotels-Sultan-Sands-Island-Resort-Spa.h1880395.Hotel-Information) > > [Melia Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kiwengwa-Hotels-Melia-Zanzibar.h1407257.Hotel-Information) > > [Amaan Beach Bungalows](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-Amaan-Beach-Bungalows.h18835360.Hotel-Information) > > [VOI Kiwengwa Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kiwengwa-Hotels-VOI-Kiwengwa-Resort-All-Inclusive.h2445138.Hotel-Information) > > [Nungwi Dreams by Mantis](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-Nungwi-Dreams.h19700686.Hotel-Information) > > [TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kiwengwa-Hotels-TUI-Blue-Bahari-Zanzibar.h4532516.Hotel-Information) > > [Essque Zalu Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-Essque-Zalu-Zanzibar.h4370555.Hotel-Information) > > [The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Matemwe-Hotels-Emerald-Zanzibar-Resort-Spa.h78245396.Hotel-Information) > > [Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kiwengwa-Hotels-Bluebay-Beach-Resort-And-Spa.h1867044.Hotel-Information) > > [ Safaya Luxury Villas (Adults Only)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-Safaya-Luxury-Villas.h91433919.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-Riu-Palace-Zanzibar-All-Inclusive.h5361523.Hotel-Information) > > [Maisha Nungwi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-Aluna-Nungwi.h19166204.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Jambo.h75595198.Hotel-Information) > > [Zanzi Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kama-Hotels-Zanzi-Resort.h5971013.Hotel-Information) > > [Turaco Nungwi Resort, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-DoubleTree-Resort-By-Hilton-Zanzibar-Nungwi.h3300267.Hotel-Information) > > [Sandies Baobab Beach Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-Sandies-Baobab-Beach-Zanzibar.h23247245.Hotel-Information) > > [Sea Cliff Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mangapwani-Hotels-Sea-Cliff-Resort-Spa.h978691.Hotel-Information) > > [Kiwengwa Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kiwengwa-Hotels-Kiwengwa-Beach-Resort.h11888909.Hotel-Information) > > [Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kiwengwa-Hotels-Ocean-Paradise-Resort-Spa-Zanzibar.h4235502.Hotel-Information) > > [Zuri Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kendwa-Hotels-Zuri-Zanzibar.h20217090.Hotel-Information) > > [Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kiwengwa-Hotels-Kiwengwa-Bungalow-Boutique-Resort.h19332541.Hotel-Information) > > [The Zanzibari](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-The-Zanzibari.h6446682.Hotel-Information) > > [Kena Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Matemwe-Hotels-Kena-Beach-Hotel.h4544228.Hotel-Information) > > [Diamonds Mapenzi Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kiwengwa-Hotels-Diamonds-Mapenzi-Beach-All-Inclusive.h4532521.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-Royal-Zanzibar-Beach-Resort-All-Inclusive.h5563953.Hotel-Information) > > [Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kendwa-Hotels-Gold-Zanzibar-Beach-House-Spa.h5388856.Hotel-Information) > > [Neptune Pwani Beach Resort & Spa Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kiwengwa-Hotels-Neptune-Pwani-Beach-Resort-Spa.h4544303.Hotel-Information) > > [Flame Tree Cottages](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-Flame-Tree-Cottages.h10494253.Hotel-Information) > > [Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-The-Z-Hotel.h3675918.Hotel-Information) ---