Vamizi Lodge, Mozambique
Arguably one of Africa's best beach lodges
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Superb beach, great food, great diving, excellent service and facilities
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A superb new property on the south eastern coast of the island, Boutique Hotel Matlai manages to tick almost all of the boxes. The main feature here is the management and the rooms…featuring a menu of your choosing, stunning sea views from all of the rooms, beautiful open air bathrooms and great...
More...The sister property to both the Breezes and Baraza, The Palms was the first truly high end property on Zanzibar and, while it has had new competition over the years, it still offers something a little different. The main reason that it has managed to remain as popular as ever is the fact that,...
More...As one of the newer additions to Zanzibar, Kilindi Beach Resort really has raised the bar as to what can be expected from the top end of the market. Each of the luxurious "pavilions" has been designed with shade, comfort and privacy in mind and offers great views out to the setting sun (a rarity in...
More...Arguably, along side destinations such as the North Island in the Seychelles, Mnemba Lodge holds the accolade of being one of the most expensive beach destinations in the world. It has hosted the likes of Bill Gates and Mick Jagger, and, to all but the very few, is only an idyllic island on the...
More...One of the original small, boutique hotels on the island, the Shooting Star Lodge has still managed to maintain a great ambience and laid back approach to beach life! Set up on a cliff, many who come here tend to opt more for pool than beach, but this is not to say that they don’t have a great...
More...For those looking for total seclusion, a really high level of service and something a bit out of the ordinary for their beach break, then look no further! Set on the secluded island of Pemba, to the north of Zanzibar, Fundu Lagoon really is an undiscovered gem. With a wide variety of room types,...
More...Having been established for around 4 seasons now, Matemwe Retreat has been one of the more popular properties on the island, offering a secluded and luxury option for those wanting a little more than simplicity, but with a price tag that is slightly less than places like the Palms. With a couple...
More...The stunning, luxury villas of White Sands sit on the picturesque coast of Zanzibar, offering a private and peaceful experience. Located on the south eastern side of the island, the concept at White Sands is one of seclusion and luxury. With only a few properties in this location of this quality,...
More...Right at the southern most tip of Zanzibar, Unguja is known only to a few and is a welcome retreat from the relative bustle of other beaches on the island. While not really the best beach on the island, part of the charm of heading down here is to access the superb and unspoiled diving of the reefs...
More...As one of the first hotels on this stretch of Zanzibar, Breezes has long been the benchmark for other properties of this ilk. Today it can still firmly hold its head up and, in our view, is still very much at the front of the pack as far as layout, service and general facilities go. Located on a...
More...One of the older properties on the island, Ras Nungwi has long benefitted from being the last hotel on the coast up here and so has a stunning and secluded beach. As with many beaches around the headland, there is not much on offer at high tide, and quite a bit at low tide, but they do still have,...
More...A sister property to the nearby Breezes Hotel, Baraza Resort & Spa is still fairly young and sits nicely in the top end market, appealing to both families and couples alike. Baraza Resort & Spa is located down on the south eastern coast of Zanzibar where the sand is a little finer and more...
More...Located in the small fishing village of Nungwi, in the northern-most point of the island, the Z hotel has slowly carved a niche out for those looking for a great beach, good rooms and access to some evening action. As one of the main backpacker destinations there are plenty of bars to choose from....
More...Located right at the southern end of the white sand that runs from Matemwe to Chwake, Pongwe Beach Hotel has, we would argue, managed to claim itself the best chunk of beach on the island! Featuring a permanent sand beach, complete with lapping waves and azure waters, there is very little to fault...
More...Set right on the northern most point of Matemwe, Kasha Boutique Hotel has brought something slightly different to the beach hotels on the island. First of all, being located where it is has allowed them much more room than many of the other new properties. This has allowed Kasha to space the...
More...Along with the Seyyida and Mashariki Palace, Beyt al Salaam is probably our pick of the options in and around Stone Town. Located away from the main bustle of the alleyways (but within a 5 minute walk), the location of Beyt al Salaam is probably its biggest selling point as far as we are concerned...
More...Milele Villas have two eco-friendly villas which sit on the secluded and private beach of Fukuchani. The villas are booked exclusively, so either Villa Lisa or Villa Tatu will be entirely yours to do as you please. With a private infinity pool, lounge, and a private beach, Milele Villas is the...
More...Located centrally, aside from the hectic alleyways and close to the ocean, sits Jafferji House and Spa. It has nine boutique suites, each individually designed with African fabrics and colours. Its restaurant is locally referred to as the ‘Mistress of Spices’, and rightly so as it prides itself in...
More...This quirky little beach property keeps going from strength to strength and is, today, one of our favourite destinations on the island! Owned and managed by Sue and Andrew, their attention to detail is present throughout…from the well appointed and comfortable rooms to the orderly and very good...
More...Located in the heart of the alleyways and on the edge of the Forodhani Marketplace, the Seyyida Hotel is one of our favourite properties in Stone Town. Once a merchant’s home, the property features interesting and large rooms which offer a cool sanctum from the heat of the alleys. On the roof is a...
More...Opening its doors a few years ago, Konokono Beach Resort is definitely one of the best kept secrets of Zanzibar. With an expansive white sand beach and positioned in the midst of a tropical forest, Konokono offers seclusion in the best of ways. The hotel offers a range of recently renovated rooms...
More...Qambani is an elegant and relatively new property offering seclusion on Zanzibar’s eastern coast in Michamvi. The property has only six spacious villas and with so much space (tropical gardens, a range of facilities, a soft white beach), you will feel like you have the place to yourself at times...
More...As there is not a huge selection of properties on Pemba Island, this is a fantastic new edition to the island! The Constance Aiyana features 30 villas which each look out to the ocean, a variety of facilities such as a swimming pool, gym and spa, and all within beautiful grounds of tropical gardens...
More...Emerson Spice is a long favourite of the properties in Zanzibar. Located in the exciting and busy alleyways, this hotel is colourful, charming and retains a strong sense of place. Not only are each of the 11 boutique rooms memorable and stylish in design and decor, but the rooftop restaurant adds...
More...Xanadu Villas sits on the south-east coast of Zanzibar island, just 50 minutes from the UNESCO world heritage capital, Stone Town. Xanandu has six individually designed villas, private plunge pools, spacious dining areas, a relaxing spa, and many more, all sit within the tropical gardens, so...
More...As with quite a few of the newer properties to Zanzibar, the Sunshine Hotel has aimed squarely at the lower end of the price range, while offering such amenties as aircon as standard. The Sunshine hotel is probably one of the better new properties in the Matemwe area and gives a great beach, good...
More...Green and Blue is a brand new offering to the island and it shares the same beach as the nearby Matemwe Main. One of the main features of the hotel is the stilted dining area that affords stunning views across the white sand beach to the beautiful island of Mnemba. This focus also gives a bit of a...
More...Consistently one of our top sellers over the years, Matemwe Main gives you a feeling of intimacy and style, but without being over the top. The rooms are vast and all look out onto the azure waters of the Indian Ocean. The 'property also has all of the features that you would want in a hideaway,...
More...A charming little property nestled on one of Zanzibar’s least busy beaches, Mchanga Beach Lodge started the new wave of properties that offer aircon and tidy rooms as standard at the lower end of the (price) market. With on sight owner/management, a small number of rooms and a good collection of...
More...Set up on the northern most point on the island, Essque Zalu is a modern and chic addition to the island. Featuring service, food and accommodation of the highest standard, this hotel will definitely be pushing for the crown of best hotel in the next few years. While they don’t really feature a...
More...Again, an expansion off the nearby Matemwe Main, Matemwe beach house is aimed specifically at a family or small group that would like some privacy. Sitting right on the main beach, and offering a pool, private dining room and butler service, this has come as a welcome addition to the portfolio....
More...One of the newer, smaller properties up on the Nungwi coastline, the Zanzibari is aimed at the lower end of the price bracket and, with good rooms, and good beach and relaxed atmosphere it is a good option for those after somewhere a bit smaller. While it is rtue that it doesn’t have the best beach...
More...Sat on the west coast of Mafia Island, Butiama Beach is a simple beach lodge with a beautiful beach and a relaxed atmosphere. With 13 comfortable bungalows, all facing the sandy white beach and the glistening Indian Ocean, Butiama Beach is the perfect casual beachfront retreat to relax and unwind,...
More...Meaning ‘slowly’ in Swahili, Pole Pole is the perfect retreat for those looking for exactly that – to enjoy the slow and relaxed pace of life! Surrounded by lush coconut palm trees, the seven thatched bungalows offer one of the most exclusive eco-resorts in Tanzania, and its ability to balance...
More...Located on the island of Pemba, Manta Resort is a remote and luxurious hotel, famed for its underwater room that allows guests to enjoy the marine life of the Indian Ocean from the comfort of their bed! The Manta Resort offers a variety of activities that take advantage of the world-famous diving...
More...The first of a new breed of hotel on the island, The Residence is forging the way in the up market hotel category. Situated right in the very south of the island, this vast plot of land hosts 66 luxury villas, all complete with their own pool and sun deck, set in amongst stunning gardens. With a...
More...This small and simple hotel is located on the stunning sweeping beach to the north of Breezes and is a good, if basic, option for those wanting guaranteed sea views. On the whole there is not a whole load to say about Dongwe except that it does what it says on the tin. The rooms are functional and...
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