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A beach with white sand, palm trees, and thatched umbrellas.
A resort with a swimming pool, beach, and palm trees.
A resort with a central pool, surrounded by palm trees and beach views.
A rooftop terrace with white furniture, palm trees, and a view of the beach and ocean.

1. Tembo Kiwengwa Resort

Tembo Kiwengwa Resort
Kiwengwa
United States
McDonald
€190
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Tembo Kiwengwa Resort
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.
An aerial view of a resort with a pool, palm trees, and beach access.

2. TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
Kiwengwa
United Kingdom
Charlie
€218
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
A pool area with lounge chairs, a wooden deck, and a view of the beach and 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 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.

3. JAZ Elite Aurora

JAZ Elite Aurora
Michamvi
United States
Daud
€328
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
JAZ Elite Aurora
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 room with a large glass door leading to a balcony overlooking a beach.
A beach with white lounge chairs and a small table, palm trees, and a clear blue sea with a sailboat in the distance.

4. Melia Zanzibar

Melia Zanzibar
Kiwengwa
United States
Carol
€551
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Melia Zanzibar
A beach scene with a palm tree and two wooden lounge chairs under a thatched roof.
A wooden deck with a pool, lounge chairs, and a thatched roof structure overlooking a turquoise 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 lounge chairs and a table overlooking a beach and ocean.

5. Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa

Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa
Michamvi
United States
Katura
€195
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa
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 resort pool with a wooden bridge, lounge chairs, and palm trees.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and wooden pergolas, surrounded by palm trees and a building in the background.
A resort with multiple bungalow-style buildings, a paved walkway, and tropical landscaping.

6. JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+

JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+
Uroa
United States
Sabrina
€273
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+
A beach with white sand, palm trees, and a sailboat.
A white building with a wooden entrance, a stone pathway, and lush greenery.
A pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
A deck with wooden furniture overlooking a beach and ocean.

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

8. Ycona Luxury Resort

Ycona Luxury Resort
Uroa
United States
Sharifah
€393
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Ycona Luxury Resort
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.

9. Sensations Eco-Chic Hotel

Sensations Eco-Chic Hotel
Pwani Mchangani
United States
Jennifer
€246
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Sensations Eco-Chic Hotel
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 room with a large window overlooking a beach with palm trees and a sailboat.
A paved pathway leading through a garden with palm trees and potted plants.

10. LUX Marijani Zanzibar

LUX Marijani Zanzibar
Pwani Mchangani
United States
Brionne
€239
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
LUX Marijani 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.
An aerial view of a resort with multiple bungalow-style buildings, a central swimming pool, and a beachfront.
A thatched-roof structure with a dining area, surrounded by palm trees and a beach view.

11. Breezes Beach Club & Spa – Half Board

Breezes Beach Club & Spa – Half Board
Dongwe
Switzerland
Ueli
€379
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Breezes Beach Club & Spa – Half Board
An outdoor seating area with a view of the ocean, a thatched roof, and a pool.
A beachside dining area with wooden chairs and a table, overlooking the ocean.
A thatched-roof room with two beds, a view of the ocean, and a palm tree.
A pool surrounded by palm trees and a thatched-roof building.

12. Joud by the sea

Joud by the sea
Jambiani
United States
Shuayb
€286
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Joud by the sea
A pool area with a thatched umbrella, lounge chairs, and a small boat.
Two wooden beach chairs with blue towels and hats, a small table with decorative items, and the ocean in the background.
A room with two wooden chairs with patterned cushions, a small round table, and a decorative sculpture.
A wooden bench with cushions and a canopy, a wooden chair, and a glass door with curtains.

13. Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel

Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel
Kiwengwa
Sweden
Oscar
€237
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel
A beachside resort with a thatched-roof bar and dining area, wooden deck, and palm trees.
A beach with two lounge chairs under a thatched umbrella, a palm tree, and a clear blue sky.
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a bedside table, a chair, and a small round table.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a wooden deck leading to the beach.

14. Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World
Paje
United Kingdom
Paul
€338
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World
A beach with two wooden lounge chairs and a small table, surrounded by palm trees and overlooking the ocean.
A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a bedside table, a lamp, and a view of the sea.
A pool area with lounge chairs, a white archway, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A resort with multiple buildings, a stone staircase, and lush tropical vegetation.

15. Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa

Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa
Kiwengwa
Australia
David
€243
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa
An aerial view of a resort with multiple bungalow-style accommodations, a central swimming pool, and lush tropical vegetation.
A bedroom with a canopy bed, wooden flooring, a desk with a vase, and artwork on the walls.
A beachfront resort with a wooden deck, outdoor seating, and a thatched-roof structure.
A beach bar with thatched roof, wooden lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

16. Kappa Senses Zanzibar

Kappa Senses Zanzibar
Pwani Mchangani
€459
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Kappa Senses Zanzibar
A balcony with a view of the ocean and a resort area.
A serene pool area with lounge chairs, a palm tree, and overwater bungalows in the background.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, wooden slatted ceiling lights, comfortable seating, and a view of the ocean.
A beach swing overlooking a sea with overwater bungalows.

17. Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection

Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection
Dongwe
United Kingdom
pardon
€233
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection
A beach with white sand and clear blue water.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, decorative lanterns, and potted plants.
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.

18. Baraza Resort & Spa Zanzibar

Baraza Resort & Spa Zanzibar
Dongwe
United States
Russell
€1,333
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Baraza Resort & Spa Zanzibar
A spacious living area with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony overlooking the ocean.
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a palm tree, and a thatched-roof structure.
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.
A resort with thatched-roof buildings, a beach, and a landscaped garden.

19. Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive

Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive
Dongwe
United States
Mark
€1,340
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive
A wide, white sandy beach with clear turquoise water and palm trees lining the shore.
A conference room with a long table, chairs, water bottles, and a projector screen.
A table set with candles, glasses, and a plate of food on a beach at sunset.
An aerial view of a lush garden with a pond, winding paths, and diverse vegetation.

20. Anaya Zanzibar

Anaya Zanzibar
Pwani Mchangani
United States
Katsiaryna
€352
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Anaya Zanzibar
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Top East Coast Zanzibar Hotel Reviews

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent
"Très belle expérience de vacances avec la famille, cadre idéal pour un repos"
BUTONDO 5-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
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 weeks 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 1 month ago
JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+
Tembo Kiwengwa Resort

Tembo Kiwengwa Resort

8/10 Good
"I don't really stay in resorts so I don't have much to compare. The grounds, facilities and rooms were immaculate and the staff was super friendly and helpful. The view from my room was stunning and the beach was also immaculate. Some things did come up that made my stay a little less enjoyable. This is an alcohol free resort, this was my fault for not realizing but there were restaurants nearby that served alcohol We left our previous hotel to catch a flight to Zanzibar at 4am. We arrived at the hotel starving. Unfortunately it was in between breakfast and lunch so no food options. We were advised that there were restaurants that serve all day which was not the case for us. We went door to door and were told 12:30. We finally found one and it took 1 hr and 15 minutes for our food which was past 12:30! We would have been fine with a premade sandwich Other minor things, we could not have 2 keys for our room so my friend and I couldn't really do our own thing without one of us being locked out. It also would have been helpful to have an ATM nearby. We wanted to leave tips but ran of of cash"
Christy 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Tembo Kiwengwa Resort
Ycona Luxury Resort

Ycona Luxury Resort

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

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