Zanzibar's Finest Hotels & Resorts
Luxury properties across the Zanzibar archipelago — from boutique Stone Town hotels to beachfront resorts and private island retreats. Each personally vetted by our island-based team.
Zanzibar's accommodation scene spans the full spectrum of island luxury — from barefoot private island retreats and clifftop boutique hotels to world-class beach resorts with infinity pools overlooking the Indian Ocean. Whether you're exploring the heritage of Stone Town, kitesurfing in Paje, or seeking total seclusion on Mnemba Island, the right property transforms a holiday into something extraordinary.
12 properties found
Stone Town
LUXURYStone Town · Tanzania
Emerson on Hurumzi
A lovingly restored 19th-century merchant palace in the heart of Stone Town with antique-filled rooms and a legendary rooftop restaurant.
from $250 / night
ULTRA LUXURYStone Town · Tanzania
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Contemporary luxury within restored heritage buildings on Stone Town's waterfront, with rooftop pool overlooking the harbour and Forodhani Gardens.
from $500 / night
Kendwa
LUXURYKendwa · Tanzania
Zuri Zanzibar
Contemporary Swahili design meets organic luxury on Kendwa's tide-free beach with permaculture gardens, rooftop bar, and farm-to-table dining.
from $450 / night
ULTRA LUXURYKendwa · Tanzania
Kilindi Zanzibar
Fifteen all-pavilion villas with private plunge pools set in 50 acres of tropical gardens on Kendwa's sunset coast — Zanzibar's most exclusive villa experience.
from $1,000 / night
Pemba Island
ULTRA LUXURYPemba Island · Tanzania
Aiyana Resort & Spa Pemba
Exclusive island sanctuary on Pemba's untouched west coast with ocean-facing villas, a world-class dive centre, and holistic spa overlooking the channel.
from $800 / night
ULTRA LUXURYPemba Island · Tanzania
Fundu Lagoon
Barefoot luxury in thatched treehouse suites hidden in coastal forest on Pemba's remote southwest peninsula, accessible only by boat.
from $900 / night
Browse by how you want to stay
Private villas
Space, plunge pools, butler-style privacy, and honeymoon pacing.
ExploreBeach resorts
Spa days, ocean activities, broad facilities, and easy family stays.
ExploreBoutique hotels
Design-led addresses for Stone Town nights and intimate island stops.
ExploreTented camps
Canvas under the stars for the safari leg of a beach-and-bush journey.
ExploreHow to Choose Your Zanzibar Stay
By Budget
- $80–$200 — Comfortable Stone Town boutique hotels and mid-range beach resorts
- $200–$600 — Premium beach resorts with spa, pool, and water sports
- $600+ — Ultra-luxury: private islands, butler service, plunge pools
By Traveller Type
- Honeymooners — Private villas with plunge pools (Matemwe Retreat, Mnemba Island)
- Families — Kids' clubs and family suites (Baraza Resort, Gold Zanzibar)
- Divers — On-site PADI centres and reef access (Breezes, Chumbe Island)
Beach vs Stone Town
- Beach resorts — Turquoise water, water sports, and barefoot luxury on the north and east coasts
- Stone Town hotels — UNESCO heritage, rooftop dining, and Swahili culture at the door
- Combine both — Most guests pair a beach stay with a few nights in Stone Town
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