Zanzibar Beach Resort is a great choice for your beach stay in Zanzibar Town. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in sports massages. Spice serves international cuisine and the bar/lounge is a great place to grab a cold drink. A poolside bar, a fitness center, and a seasonal outdoor pool are other highlights.
Languages
English, Swahili
At a glance
Hotel size
84 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
Offsite
Free area shuttle
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Swim-up bar
Private dining
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children's pool
Free local shuttle
Playground
Lifeguard on site
What to do
Shopping
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Business center
5 meeting rooms
Conference center (6000 square feet of space)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Romance packages
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Mosquito nets
Fitness center
An outdoor pool
Spa services
Massage/treatment rooms
Reception hall
Accessibility
Accessible airport shuttle
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LED TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Sleep well
Turndown service
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Balcony or patio
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Champagne service
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
Highchair
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include sports massages and massages.
Dining
Spice - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine.
Seafood Specialty - Onsite seafood restaurant.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 10 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 10 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 5 percent
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 30 per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
The seasonal pool is open from January to December
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Zanzibar Beach
Zanzibar Beach Resort
Zanzibar Beach Resort Hotel
Zanzibar Beach Resort Zanzibar Town
Zanzibar Beach Resort Hotel Zanzibar Town
Frequently asked questions
Does Zanzibar Beach Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Zanzibar Beach Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Zanzibar Beach Resort?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Are pets allowed at Zanzibar Beach Resort?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Zanzibar Beach Resort?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Zanzibar Beach Resort?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 10 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Zanzibar Beach Resort?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Zanzibar Beach Resort and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a seasonal outdoor pool and a fitness center. Zanzibar Beach Resort also has spa services and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Zanzibar Beach Resort?
Yes, Spice offers international cuisine.
Does Zanzibar Beach Resort have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
Zanzibar Beach Resort Reviews
Reviews
6.4
Good
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7.2/10
Cleanliness
7.4/10
Staff & service
6.0/10
Amenities
6.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
25 Aug 2024
We did enjoy the quite of the resort and staff. Anthony and his team in hospitality where excellent for what they had to work with. The Chef and Anthony created a wonderful meal for us on the waterfront viewing the sunset. Magnificent! The waterfront suites where comfortable and rustic island style. We had a nice rest. Thank you.
Anne Maree
Anne Maree, 8-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 Jun 2024
We were a bit sceptical about the resort at first due to previous reviews. However it was a great 10 day stay for us. The food was lovely, couldn’t get enough of the prawns. The room with the sea view was amazing.
The staff were great, thank you Maria you made our stay very comfortable.
If you need some where close to the airport and 5min away from Stone town then I recommend Zanzibar beach resort.
Simbarashe
Simbarashe, 10-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
21 Mar 2024
Said
Said, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
16 Mar 2024
Resort has alot of potential but needs upgrades. Water pressure was low and breakfast was not good for 30,000 TSH.
Resturant options was limited, but the grill prawns was good. Staff was friendly and very helpful.
Dyheim
Dyheim, 2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
8/10 Very good
7 Mar 2024
Lovely and caring staff, we immediately felt welcome, they were helpful with the luggage, and provided late checkout. However, the building and facilities are old and outdated, air conditioning and wifi did not work.
Samantha
Samantha, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
17 Feb 2024
Very dated property, with modest maintenance. Dangerously uneven floors and stairs
Harry
Harry, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
23 Dec 2023
Warning- Do not book here! Forfiet your money if you already paid. This place will destroy your vacation mood. It is under new managemrent from India who refused to take the calls from expedia to discuss my refund so I had to take 3 calls from Expedia saying he would not answer the phone. Should be closed during construction and possibly condemed. You arrive to the entire lobby fenced off with mesh the entire floor is gone. You walk over a bridge water feature but no water is on it. The water fountain going to restaurant is cracked with no water. The pool is merky and with the red light at night looks OMINOUS! WE WERE BITTEN BaDLY BY BEDBIGS! There are muddy trenches dung all over the lawn. The day bed was filthy. They locked beach access because they said it is dangerous. The website implies there is beach access. The water has local fisherman and looks very commercial and looks uninviting.
Erlynda
Erlynda, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
30 Nov 2023
Not worth staying
Said
Said, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
6 Nov 2023
Lynn
Lynn, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 Oct 2023
Quiet resort but peaceful. Staff are excellent and very polite. Rooms are cleaned and sprayed for insects every day. Tours are available and bookable at reception. I would stay again
Juliet
Juliet, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
7 Sep 2023
RHONDA
RHONDA, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
9 Aug 2023
Okay
Cleanliness was good but service was poor …
Trupti
Trupti, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
1 Jul 2023
Anthony
Anthony, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
23 Mar 2023
Not worth it at all, food is expensive but poor quality and not fresh. Staff are unprofessional and the property is old and following apart. The worth thing is, seems like the owners don’t care about the place.
Said
Said, 2-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
24 Feb 2023
It was a pleasant stay with decent rooms. The bathroom could use some improvements (old towel rails, old looking shower curtain).
The pool, beach, and restaurant were nice and comfortable.
Kago
Kago, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
12 Feb 2023
Admont
Admont, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Jan 2023
Nice staff.
Kimberley
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
5 Jan 2023
Eirik
Eirik, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
27 Dec 2022
Nice staff. Friendly.
Kimberley
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
31 Oct 2022
Old hotel and not worth the stay for $60-80 per night. The property is very old and not maintained well, most people complain about hygiene.
My wife had a conference for her office at this place and out of 15 people 3 got food poisoning.
Said
Said, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
25 Oct 2022
Swimming on the oceanside and the staff, very pleasant
Amon Mutale
Amon Mutale, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
13 Oct 2022
Stay with caution : not so good
It was ok, internet is the issue. Water in bathroom tabs not sufficient to get relaxing bath.
Bohar
Bohar, 10-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
19 Sep 2022
Sudarshan
Sudarshan, 8-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
8 Sep 2022
Frederik
Frederik, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
30 Aug 2022
We booked a hotel with full board, but we haven't spent much time there because we've been on day trips. The staff is incredibly pleasant, the hotel is spotless, and the food is great. However, the meal service was quite slow. We waited nearly an hour for a meal.