Best lodges for luxury beach holidays in Zanzibar
Enjoy an abundance of facilities ranging from well-appointed spas and steam rooms to infinity pools and extravagant rooftop bars. It’s best to visit in January and February and from June to November, where you can expect very comfortable temperatures and generally cloudless skies.
Masala Beach Holiday
9 days • 2 locations
DAR ES SALAAM AIRPORT TO DAR ES SALAAM AIRPORT
US$6,500 - US$9,560 per person
Kilindi
Combine elegance, sophistication and luxury without being pretentious, Kilindi is one of the best lodges on Zanzibar. Each of its large, secluded pavilions comes with its own private butler. A luxurious place to hide yourselves away and relax.
Coconut Beach Holiday
6 days • 2 locations
DAR ES SALAAM AIRPORT TO DAR ES SALAAM AIRPORT
US$2,400 - US$4,980 per person
White Sand Villas
White Sand Villas was certainly built with luxury and comfort in mind. The 11 villas are modern and stylish; each comes with its own private swimming pool. Enjoy a seafood barbeque on the beach or have a drink at the rooftop champagne bar.
Red Colobus Monkey Safari
11 days • 3 locations
DAR ES SALAAM AIRPORT TO DAR ES SALAAM AIRPORT
US$6,230 - US$8,490 per person
Zuri Zanzibar
One of the newest, and arguably one of the most luxurious resorts on the island, Zuri Zanzibar is a great choice for people looking for a lively, modern resort with stylish accommodation and a choice of onsite bars and restaurants.
Dik Dik Safari
12 days • 4 locations
KILIMANJARO AIRPORT TO DAR ES SALAAM AIRPORT
US$9,850 - US$15,130 per person
Qambani
With six beautiful villas, excellent food and personalised service, Qambani is a small and luxurious boutique hotel on Zanzibar's pretty east coast. Stroll along the beach, go for a massage, take a dip in one of two pools and enjoy a sunset cocktail.
Regal Sunbird Fly-in Safari
12 days • 5 locations
KILIMANJARO AIRPORT TO DAR ES SALAAM AIRPORT
US$9,850 - US$16,370 per person
Tulia Zanzibar
Tulia is an impressive contemporary boutique hotel on Zanzibar’s beautiful east coast. Taking a conventional approach to luxury, its rooms are very stylish, its food is outstanding, and the tropical gardens are certainly amongst the best on Zanzibar!
Best camps & lodges for Luxury in Zanzibar
Tulia Zanzibar
Tulia is an impressive contemporary boutique hotel on Zanzibar’s beautiful east coast. Taking a conventional approach to luxury, its rooms are very stylish, its food is outstanding, and the tropical gardens are certainly amongst the best on Zanzibar!
Qambani
With six beautiful villas, excellent food and personalised service, Qambani is a small and luxurious boutique hotel on Zanzibar's pretty east coast. Stroll along the beach, go for a massage, take a dip in one of two pools and enjoy a sunset cocktail.
Baraza Resort & Spa
A luxurious resort with a rather opulent design, Baraza is a great choice for couples, friends and families looking for a high-end beach retreat with access to a pristine white sandy beach and lots in the way of onsite activities and facilities.
Matemwe Retreat
Matemwe Retreat offers a private and exclusive beach experience. Each luxury villa comes with its own personal butler who is on hand to serve your favorite drinks and meals to the private veranda and will help to plan every aspect of your stay.
Kilindi
Combine elegance, sophistication and luxury without being pretentious, Kilindi is one of the best lodges on Zanzibar. Each of its large, secluded pavilions comes with its own private butler. A luxurious place to hide yourselves away and relax.
White Sand Villas
White Sand Villas was certainly built with luxury and comfort in mind. The 11 villas are modern and stylish; each comes with its own private swimming pool. Enjoy a seafood barbeque on the beach or have a drink at the rooftop champagne bar.
Zanzi Resort
A luxurious hideaway, the Zanzi Resort is tucked away in a quiet area of the island. The 13 villas are spacious and beautifully designed, and each Ocean Villa has their own private pool, ideal for a relaxing and secluded beach break.
Zuri Zanzibar
One of the newest, and arguably one of the most luxurious resorts on the island, Zuri Zanzibar is a great choice for people looking for a lively, modern resort with stylish accommodation and a choice of onsite bars and restaurants.
Park Hyatt
Arguably Stone Town's top hotel, Park Hyatt certainly provides a highly luxurious base for exploring the area. Expect high ceilings, polished white marble walls, fine dining restaurants and a beautiful pool overlooking the ocean.
Xanadu Villas
Xanadu Villas is undoubtedly one of the most luxurious hotels on Zanzibar. With six exquisitely designed villas, private plunge pools, butler service and exceptional food, Xanadu provides a sumptuous and intimate beach retreat.
Mnemba Island Lodge
Located on a private island, Mnemba Island Lodge is the height of luxury and exclusivity. It’s the quintessential “barefoot luxury” experience complete with first-rate service and food, and excellent snorkelling and diving.
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