Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort

"We stayed here at the end of our honeymoon, after 8 nights at a different hotel and then straight to a safari, we wanted our final 3 nights to be complete relaxation and that is exactly what we got. The hotel grounds & layout is great. There are only 16 rooms which means the hotel is very quiet, which is exactly what we wanted. Sometimes it felt like we were the only guests at the hotel. The food is absolutely excellent. A la carte dining for 3 meals a day as well as snacks on top. My only complaint with the food was that vegetarian options for dinner (for my wife) felt like a bit of an after thought. Dinner was the one meal you didn’t get a choice as it was a set 5 course menu. When my wife would mention to the waiter that she was vegetarian, you could see a bit of a panic and then after reassuring us it was in hand, we would be surprised by a random meal as there wasn’t a vegetarian menu. I must stress again though, the food was delicious and plentiful. The staff were all great and friendly. There wasn’t anything that felt impossible with the staff, they would make absolutely everything happen. A special shoutout to Joseph, he was super friendly and loved a chat. The drinks were also tasty and the menu was huge. The barman would also make any drink we requested off menu too. The room was very modern and clean. Bed was comfy and the mini fridge was filled daily by the cleaners. The cleaners were great and came twice a day which was nice. My complaint with the room is with the mosquito net. It isn’t a 360 degree net as there is a gap between the back wall behind the bed and the net. This doesn’t make sense to me since this leaves opportunity for mosquitoes to bite during the night. The pool area is very nice and clean and feels integrated with the main areas of the hotel. Nothing spectacular but definitely aesthetic. Evening entertainment was always locally themed which was nice and was during dinner which was also a good idea. The spa (each guest gets a free first massage) was great, the masseuse was good at what she does and we both left feeling relaxed. One thing we didn’t know about the hotel was that it had its own farm which is integrated within the grounds. They grow alot of their own spices, fruit and vegetables. They also keep chickens & ducks for eggs and meat. Overall a great stay and we would definitely return in the future."

Toa Hotel & Spa Zanzibar

"It's inconvenient to travel, too far. Nice environment"

Zawadi Hotel, Zanzibar

"The place is amazing and in my opinion almost incomparable on the island. Super quite, super clean, great service, great food, I won’t expect nothing more then this."

Jaz Adonia

Shukran Palace

"I visited Shukran Palace with my family in June (2026) and our stay was an experience! This resort is gorgeous with the most amazing architecture, landscape fit for a royal Palace, fountain by the lobby with the soothing sound of water, cascading pools with multiple outdoor bars and spacious suites with gorgeous furniture. The views of the Indian Ocean are spectacular no matter where you are on the property. With a fully equipped gym on the property or one can schedule a massage, either way you will find yourself relaxed here. Shukran Palace is truely a gem of the Zanzibar! We found employees constantly cleaning various areas and therefore the lounge to the rooms, cleanliness was impressive. The best part of this resort is its amazing staff members. Each and every employee takes it upon themselves to make their guests comfortable and with a warm smile. Lillian at the front desk is a customer service champion. Chef Suneel is gifted with mastering all types of cuisines. We throughly enjoyed breakfast, lunch and dinner . All dishes he prepared were packed with flavor. Having the privilege of traveling around the world, we found Shukran Palace to be top notch!"

The Island Pongwe - Adult Only

"everything was amazing, we came here in our honeymoon and we cannot be more happy to discover this hotel island. Food was amazing and they prepared for us a romantic dinner. Juma prepared everything and was fantastic! also they have some pets in here that are so cute"

Moayana Liora Zanzibar

"Our stay at Moayana Liora was absolutely amazing and exceeded all our expectations. The food was truly exceptional – everything was homemade, fresh, and sourced from local farms, giving every meal a unique and authentic flavor. We greatly appreciated the friendly and attentive staff, as well as the wonderful owners, who genuinely care for their guests and create a warm, family-like atmosphere. The hotel is located in a beautiful, peaceful spot away from the large resorts, perfect for those who don’t want to be typical tourists confined to a resort but want to experience a more authentic vacation. The beach is calm and free from constant souvenir vendors, allowing you to fully relax. We wholeheartedly recommend Moayana Liora to anyone seeking peace, tranquility, and a personal touch."

Amani Villas Nature Retreat

"Stayed at the Amani villas with the family. Great small boutique hotel, with the most friendliest helpful staff. If you just want to wind down and get away from it all, this is a must. Every day they prepared a freshly cooked breakfast at a time that was suitable to us. Then come the evening dinner was again prepared to our timing and cooked to our specification. Definitely a place I will return to."

Karibu Beach Resort

"No smiles or warm welcome upon arrival. Treated more as an inconvenience from the start. Extremely disappointed with this stay. I splurged on an ocean view. Only to have a vendor directly below my balcony on the property providing no privacy whatsoever - and additional noise. There were holes in the mosquito nets, providing little protection. The open shower is on a decline that runs water into the vanity and toilet area. The floors are light in color so you cannot see it until you exit the shower and slip. I used every tail in the room to clean up the water. This was communicated with the staff with no apology, and worse - no offer to provide a different room. There were plenty as this was low season. They were up front about "beach boy" encounters But not to the extent I experienced. I was literally corralled buy so many that I could barely make it back to the hotel. There is zero security control over this on the property. There is construction going on on both sides of this property. BIG hotels going up with constant noise until sundown. I could not get out of this place fast enough. I booked and paid for 3 nights. I stayed only one. There was not one penny of reimbursement for any and convenience at all. They do have a non-refundable policy that is clearly stated in bold. At the very least, they should have offered a room that was equal to what I thought I was paying for. Unsafe. Uncomfortable. Unfriendly. In no way whatsoever, is this a quaint little resort. Management was unavailable. I left a personal letter at the desk ( loud TV noise coming from the check and desk - sounded like someone was playing a video game. I also emailed management. All communication was ignored. I sincerely hope this review helps someone else moving forward."

Menai Bay Beach Bungalows

"3rd class hotel. No water on the beach for about 5 miles Pathetic food which is ridiculously overpriced as there are no other options in a 10 kilometres radius"

F-Zeen Boutique Hotel Zanzibar

"The staff is very friendly and the meals are excellent. Good place for relaxation. I'd recommend it for couples, businesses and friends"

Oleza Boutique Hotel Zanzibar