The Beachfront Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in August 2026. Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Tanzania. I hope you will like it!
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1 Upendo Beach Boutique Hotel Zanzibar Michamvi, Tanzania
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Located along a secluded white sand tidal beach on Michamvi Peninsula, Upendo Beach is a boutique hotel featuring 3 luxury villas with stylish furnishing and a restaurant with infinity pool.
The largest of the three beachfront villas encompasses 6 suites, a private swimming pool, decks and sea view. This large villa can be booked on exclusive basis by families or groups, or the suites can be individually booked. All suites are located within the 6 bedroom villa.
Two additional beachfront luxury villas, suitable for couples or single travelers, feature a large bedroom with sea view and a private roof top with swimming pool and sun deck.
The beach bar and restaurant offers fresh seafood, local and international cuisine and views of The Rock Restaurant. Guests can also enjoy Sunday brunch accompanied by music.
Luxury spa services are offered within the privacy of the suite or villa.
Upendo Beach is located just 328 ft from Pingwe village and 8.1 mi from Paje village.
Zanzibar Airport is 37 mi away.
24-hour management and butler service is available.
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2 Alladin Boutique Beach Hotel and SPA Zanzibar Matemwe, Tanzania
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Located in Matemwe, a few steps from Matemwe Beach, Alladin Boutique Beach Hotel and SPA Zanzibar has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. With a bar, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool, evening entertainment and room service.
All rooms come with a fridge, minibar, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a closet. The rooms have a safety deposit box, while some rooms also feature a balcony and others also feature sea views. At the hotel rooms contain a seating area.
Guests at Alladin Boutique Beach Hotel and SPA Zanzibar can enjoy an à la carte breakfast.
The area is popular for canoeing and cycling, and car rental is available at the accommodation.
Speaking English and French at the reception, staff are always on hand to help.
Peace Memorial Museum is 29 miles from Alladin Boutique Beach Hotel and SPA Zanzibar, while Kichwele Forest Reserve is 18 miles away. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 32 miles from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest review score 9.4,
rooms from around $354.
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3 SOFIA SEA VIEW - Beach Boutique Hotel by Sofia Collection Pwani Mchangani, Tanzania
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SOFIA SEA VIEW - Beach Boutique Hotel by Sofia Collection is located in Pwani Mchangani, a fishing village in the northeast of the island, about 20 miles from Zanzibar city. The property features a private beach and an outdoor pool that is open all year round.
The air-conditioned rooms. The full bathroom offers a walk-in shower, bidet and free toiletries. There are two rooms on site that offer direct access to the beach.
SOFIA SEA VIEW - Beach Boutique Hotel by Sofia Collection - Includes indoor and outdoor dining area.
Guests can choose from continental and vegetarian breakfast options on site. The on-site restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine, fish and seafood and guests can have a drink at the seafront bar.
The accommodations is located in a local fishing village which gives an authentic and unusual local experience to the touristy areas of the island.
Disconnect from the routine we know and experience the real Zanzibar
Kandwa is 19 mi from the property, while Kiwengwa is 5 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Abid Amani Karoma International Airport, 31 mi from the property.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around $340.
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4 Sea View Lodge Boutique Hotel Jambiani, Tanzania
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Sea View Lodge Boutique Hotel offers beachfront accommodations with a terrace and free WiFi and is set in the Jambiani Beach district of Jambiani. Guests can enjoy a selection of Indian dishes in the on-site restaurant.
At the hotel, all rooms come with a balcony. Every room comes with a private bathroom, while some boast a sea view.
A continental or buffet breakfast is available daily at the property.
Zanzibar City is 25 mi from Sea View Lodge Boutique Hotel, while Kiwengwa is 25 mi away.
Guest review score 8.1,
rooms from around $319.
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5 Uzuri Boutique Hotel Jambiani, Tanzania
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Located on a secluded beach in Jambiani, Uzuri Boutique Hotel offers accommodations with sea view. It features an outdoor pool and free WiFi.
Rooms provide you with a furnished veranda, a seating area and a ceiling fan.
Breakfast is served in the morning and snacks are available during the day. Other meals can be arranged for a fee. Guests can also book a romantic dinner on the beach.
At Uzuri Boutique Hotel you will find a garden and a terrace. Other facilities offered include a tour desk. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including hiking, snorkeling and kite surfing. Massages are available for a fee.
Zanzibar Airport is 24 mi away and transfers can be arranged for a surcharge.
Guest review score 9.8,
rooms from around $370.
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6 Kizikula - Boutique Hotel Kizimkazi, Tanzania
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Located in Kizimkazi, a 8-minute walk from Kizimkazi Dimbani Beach, Kizikula has accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. With a private beach area, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy African and Middle Eastern dishes at the restaurant or have a drink at the bar.
All rooms in the hotel are equipped with an electric tea pot. Rooms have a coffee machine, while certain rooms contain a terrace and others also feature sea views. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge.
Guests at Kizikula can enjoy an à la carte breakfast.
Jozani Forest is 30 miles from the accommodation.
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7 Joya Boutique Hotel Jambiani, Tanzania
Hotel. Joya Boutique Hotel is located in the seaside village of Jambiani on the southeast coast of Zanzibar island. The hotel is built directly on the beach and is surrounded by lush vegetation. Each room is decorated in an ethnic style and has a large 4-poster bed draped in mosquito nets and has a patio. The spacious bathroom includes a large shower. The restaurant features sea and garden views. It serves both Italian and Swahili cuisine as well as an a la carte menu. The dishes include fresh fish and a rich variety of exotic fruits. Activities such as snorkeling can be arranged for guest. A dolphin tour, spice tour or a visit to Jozani Forest or Zala Park can be booked on request. Free Wi-Fi is available and there is a library at the hotel. The Zanzibar Airport is 34 mi from the property and airport transfers can be arranged. Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around $356.
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8 Zanziblue Boutique Villas Matemwe, Tanzania
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Boasting a private beach area and sea views, Zanziblue Boutique Villas in Matemwe provides accommodations, water sports facilities, an outdoor swimming pool, barbecue facilities and a garden. Free WiFi is provided.
Each unit features a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a seating area with a sofa, a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. A toaster and kettle are also offered.
A continental, à la carte or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.
The villa offers a terrace.
Both a bicycle rental service is available at this property, while cycling and canoeing can be enjoyed nearby.
Dove Spot is 5 mi from Zanziblue Boutique Villas Villas.
Guest review score 9.4,
rooms from around $278.
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9 Alma Boutique Hotel Jambiani, Tanzania
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Located in Jambiani, a few steps from Paje Beach, Alma Boutique Hotel provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, a fitness center and a garden. Among the facilities at this property are a shared lounge and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool and sea views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar.
At the hotel all rooms have air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Rooms have an electric tea pot, while selected rooms will provide you with a terrace and others also have pool views. All guest rooms feature a desk.
Buffet and continental breakfast options are available at Alma Boutique Hotel.
You can play pool and darts at this 5-star hotel, and the area is popular for canoeing and cycling.
Speaking English, Italian and Swahili at the reception, staff are always at hand to help.
Jozani Forest is 14 miles from the accommodation.
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10 Kupaga Villas Boutique Hotel - Adults Only Jambiani, Tanzania
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Located in Jambiani, a few steps from Jambiani Beach, Kupaga Villas Boutique Hotel - Adults Only provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a garden. Featuring a terrace, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property has room service, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests.
All guest rooms are equipped with a fridge, minibar, an electric tea pot, a shower, free toiletries and a closet. Every room includes a safety deposit box, while certain rooms will provide you with a balcony and others also provide guests with sea views.
Guests at the hotel can enjoy an à la carte breakfast.
Bike rental and car rental are available at this hotel and the area is popular for cycling.
Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park is 26 miles from Kupaga Villas Boutique Hotel - Adults Only.
Guest review score 9.3,
rooms from around $133.
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11 Mwezi Boutique Resort Jambiani, Tanzania
Resort. Set in Jambiani, 25 mi from Zanzibar City, Mwezi Boutique Resort features an outdoor pool and a private beach area. The resort has views of the sea, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Free WiFi is available and free private parking is available on site. The bungalows offer either full or partial sea views and are fitted with a terrace and a bathroom with shower. The Duplex Bungalows have a seating area There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. Car hire is available at this resort and the area is popular for snorkeling and fishing. Kiwengwa is 25 mi from Mwezi Boutique Resort, while Paje is 3.1 mi from the property. Kisauni Airport is 24 mi away. Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around $413.
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12 Sharazad Boutique Hotel Jambiani, Tanzania
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Located in Jambiani, Sharazād Boutique Hotel offers a garden and two pools. Zanzibar City is 25 mi away.
Some units have a terrace and/or patio. Each unit is fitted with a private bathroom. Bed linen is available.
The property has a private beach area and the area is popular for snorkeling. You can engage in various activities, such as windsurfing and diving. Kiwengwa is 25 mi from Sharazad Villa, Zanzibar. Kisauni Airport is 24 mi from the property.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around $208.
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13 Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel Kigomani, Tanzania
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Located along its own private sandy beach in Matemwe, Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel features large gardens and an outdoor pool. It is 28 mi from Stone Town, and offers a restaurant and free Wi-Fi.
Offering a private veranda or a balcony, each guestroom at Villa Kiva is elegantly decorated with exposed wooden beams and ethnic details. All rooms have an private bathroom with shower and bidet. Some suites have a seating area with a TV.
A buffet breakfast is served every morning at the Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel. Its restaurant offers a menu based on the rich and variegated Zanzibar tradition, fresh seafood dishes and European specialties.
The bar offers the perfect spot to sip a cocktail or enjoy a selection of beverages. The main building has also a lounge area and a TV room, and the staff can arrange a variety of massages.
Zanzibar Airport is 33 mi away, while the Stone Town ferry pier in is 29 mi away.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around $643.
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14 Maisha Matamu Boutique Paje, Tanzania
Hotel. Located in Paje, a few steps from Paje Beach, Maisha Matamu Boutique provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Providing a bar, the property is located within 12 miles of Jozani Forest. The property has room service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests. Guest rooms has air conditioning, a fridge, a minibar, an electric tea pot, a shower, free toiletries and a closet. Each room has a private bathroom, a safety deposit box and free WiFi, while selected rooms come with a terrace and some have pool views. All guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area. Guests at Maisha Matamu Boutique can enjoy an à la carte or a vegetarian breakfast. At the accommodation you'll find a restaurant serving Mediterranean, Pizza and Seafood cuisine. Vegetarian and halal options can also be requested. You can play darts at Maisha Matamu Boutique, and the area is popular for cycling. Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around $432.
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15 Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Paje, Tanzania
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Located in Paje, a few steps from Paje Beach, Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area. Featuring a terrace, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property has room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests.
At the hotel, rooms have a patio. All rooms have a safety deposit box, while selected rooms will provide you with a balcony and others also have sea views. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge.
Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park is 23 miles from Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World.
Guest review score 8.9
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16 Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort Kiwengwa, Tanzania
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Kiwengwa Bungalow Boutique Resort is 25 mi away from Zanzibar Airport and offers a private beach area, an outdoor pool and a restaurant. Free WiFi is available.
The apartments come with a terrace and a bathroom with shower. Some units feature air conditioning while others offer a ceiling fan. Each bed is draped with a mosquito net.
The restaurant serves local and Mediterranean cuisine and cocktails can be enjoyed at the bar.
Activities in the surrounding area include diving, snorkeling and kite surfing.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around $105.
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17 Marea Boutique Hotel Jambiani, Tanzania
Resort. Located in Jambiani, a few steps from Paje Beach, Marea Boutique Hotel provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared lounge and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property has airport transportation, while a bicycle rental service is also available. At the resort, every room includes a balcony. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and a hairdryer, certain units at Marea Boutique Hotel also provide guests with a sea view. At the accommodation every room has air conditioning and a safety deposit box. Marea Boutique Hotel offers an à la carte or continental breakfast. The resort has a terrace. Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park is 24 miles from Marea Boutique Hotel. Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around $251.
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18 Mvuvi Boutique Resort Kiwengwa, Tanzania
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This resort overlooks a white sandy private beach area, and is located 24 mi from Zanzibar. Guests can swim or snorkel in the nearby reef or relax at the hotel bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
The spacious, air-conditioned rooms at Mvuvi Resort all feature a patio with garden views. Each is decorated in a bright, modern style and has an en suite with a shower. Some come with four-poster beds.
Breakfast is served daily and the resort’s restaurant and bar have a range of local and international offerings.
Guests can make use of a number of facilities, including kitesurfing hire, tour booking, and an airport shuttle.
Zanzibar Airport is 29 mi from Mvuvi Resort, and Stone Town is 24 mi away.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around $209.
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19 Kasha Boutique Hotel Kigomani, Tanzania
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Kasha Boutique Hotel offers beachfront accommodations on the Matemwe Coast in Zanzibar. The property has a swimming pool and restaurant.
The guest rooms at Kasha Hotel are spacious and come with a flat-screen TV . Each room is air conditioned and complete with a fridge and tea and coffee making facilities. The private bathroom is fitted with a bath and shower.
Free WiFi is available in the lobby area. Kasha Boutique Hotel offers airport shuttles for a surcharge but guests can drive to the Kisauni Airport within 1 hour. Kiwenga Pongwe Forest is 13 mi away.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around $454.
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20 B4 BOUTIQUE Paje, Tanzania
Hotel. Located in Paje, a few steps from Paje Beach, B4 BOUTIQUE has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared lounge and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property provides a concierge service, luggage storage space and currency exchange for guests. The rooms is fitted with air conditioning, a fridge, a minibar, an electric tea pot, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. Rooms contain a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while certain rooms are equipped with a terrace and others also feature sea views. Guest rooms have a safety deposit box. The breakfast offers à la carte, continental or vegetarian options. Bike rental and car rental are available at this hotel and the area is popular for cycling. Jozani Forest is 12 miles from the hotel. Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $301.
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21 F-Zeen Boutique Hotel Zanzibar Uroa, Tanzania
Resort. Located in Uroa, within 100 metres of Uroa Public Beach and 39 km of Peace Memorial Museum, Golden Clove Beach Resort & Spa provides accommodation with a garden and as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is situated 19 km from Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park, 27 km from Kichwele Forest Reserve and 39 km from Hamamni Persian Baths. Certain units at the property include a balcony with a sea view. A Full English/Irish breakfast is available daily at the resort. Speaking English and Swahili, staff are always on hand to help at the reception. Cinema Afrique is 39 km from Golden Clove Beach Resort & Spa, while Old Dispensary is 39 km away. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 40 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $113.
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22 Raha Lodge Zanzibar Boutique Hotel Jambiani, Tanzania
Hotel. Offering a private beach area and outdoor pool, Raha Lodge Zanzibar Boutique Hotel is located on the beach in Jambiani and has 6 spacious rooms with a sea view. The rooms are individually decorated and feature a wardrobe. Breakfast is served daily. Lunch and dinner can be arranged. Guests at Raha Lodge can relax on sun loungers by the pool or take a walk on the beach. Massages can be booked on request. An array of activities can be enjoyed in the surroundings, including fishing, diving and windsurfing. Jozani Forest is 25-minute drive from the villa and Zanzibar Airport can be reached within 1 hour by car. Airport transfers can be arranged.
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23 Zanzibar Pearl - Boutique Hotel & Villas Matemwe, Tanzania
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Located in Matemwe, a few steps from Matemwe Beach, Zanzibar Pearl - Boutique Hotel & Villas has accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. Among the various facilities are a private beach area, a terrace, as well as a bar. The hotel also provides free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service.
Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, some accommodations at the hotel also feature a sea view. All rooms will provide guests with a closet and an electric tea pot.
An à la carte breakfast is available at Zanzibar Pearl - Boutique Hotel & Villas. At the accommodation you'll find a restaurant serving African, American and European cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested.
Guests at Zanzibar Pearl - Boutique Hotel & Villas will be able to enjoy activities in and around Matemwe, like cycling.
Peace Memorial Museum is 28 miles from the hotel, while Kichwele Forest Reserve is 17 miles from the property. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 31 miles away.
Guest review score 8.1,
rooms from around $858.
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24 Kikoi Boutique Hotel Michamvi, Tanzania
Hotel. Located on Zanzibar’s Michamvi Peninsula, Kikoi Boutique Hotel is 40 mi from Stone Town. Kikoi Boutique Hotel has a private beach area and a garden. The property features a bar, lounge as well as on-site dining. The accommodations provides evening entertainment and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, rooms come with a wardrobe. Rooms come complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower, hairdryer and free toiletries, while some rooms at Kikoi Boutique Hotel also boast a seating area. Some rooms are equipped with a balcony and private swimming pool. The air-conditioned rooms come with furniture, a mini fridge and a digital safe. The daily breakfast offers buffet and à la carte options. The accommodations offers an outdoor pool. The area is popular for hiking, and bike hire is available at Kikoi Boutique Hotel. Maruhubi Palace Ruins is 21 mi away from the property and Zanzibar International Airport is 42 mi from Kikoi Boutique Hotel. Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around $166.
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25 Moonshine Uroa Boutique Hotel Uroa, Tanzania
Hotel. Offering beach front accommodation in Uroa, on the eastern coast of Unguja, Moonshine Uroa Boutique Hotel is privately owned and features an outdoor pool and a restaurant. With sea or garden views, the spacious rooms at Moonshine Uroa Boutique Hotel include air conditioning and a bathroom with bath or shower. The beds are draped with a mosquito net. The hotel's restaurant serves local and Italian cuisine. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling, diving, snorkeling and fishing. Staff can arrange guided tours to explore and discover Stone Town, the lagoon, the red monkeys at Jozani Forest, dolphin swimming at Kizimkazi and the giant turtles on Prison Island. Guest review score 7.5, rooms from around $63.
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26 Equalia boutique hotel Jambiani, Tanzania
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Located in Jambiani, a few steps from Paje Beach, Equalia boutique hotel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a shared lounge. With a terrace, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property has room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.
At the hotel, all rooms come with a closet.
An à la carte, continental or vegetarian breakfast is served at the property. At Equalia boutique hotel you'll find a restaurant serving African, American and Middle Eastern cuisine. Vegetarian and halal options can also be requested.
Jozani Forest is 15 miles from the accommodation.
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27 Dhow Inn Boutique Hotel Paje, Tanzania
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Dhow Inn Boutique Hotel is located on the Southeast coast of the fishing village of Paje, a 45-minute drive from Stone Town. It features a swimming pool, kite surf center and free WiFi.
Each stylish and air-conditioned room features a terrace and a pool view. It comes equipped with a mini-bar, seating area and a safety deposit box. The bed is draped in mosquito nets. The private bathroom includes a shower.
Dhow Inn Boutique Hotel offers a selection of restaurants, a lounge and a bar to enjoy a wide variety of fresh food and cocktails in relaxing and unpretentious settings. Three distinctive and chic eating and drinking environments, each with a unique menu and ambiance providing you with variety and choices depending on your mood.
Guest amenities include surf equipment washing facilities and storage, laundry facilities, shops and a massage service. Day trips around the island can be arranged. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around $634.
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28 SeVi Boutique Hotel Kigomani, Tanzania
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Overlooking white-sand beaches and the crystalline waters of the Indian Ocean, SeVi Boutique Hotel is located at the north-east coast of Zanzibar, by the fishing village of Kigomani. The property features a garden, a terrace and a bar. Free WiFi is available.
Featuring a veranda equipped with a plunge pool and a hammock, all rooms (bandas) are air conditioned, individually decorated with local materials, including ethnic details and thatched roofs. The private bathrooms come with walk-in showers.
Guests can enjoy meals at the open-air restaurant, serving a menu based on local specialties prepared with fresh local fish. The a la carte style lunch and dinner offer a mix of African and European flavors. Freshly mixed cocktails are served at the poolside bar.
The spa offers a variety of massages and beauty treatments. Guests staying at the property can take part in water sports, like snorkeling and diving in the coral banks. Boat trips to Mnemba Atoll located 1.9 mi away from the hotel are available.
The historic Stone Town is 29 mi away. Zanzibar Airport is 32 mi away and the property can arrange a shuttle service upon request. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around $499.
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29 Mediterraneo Boutique Hotel Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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Located in Dar es Salaam, Mediterraneo Boutique Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center and a garden. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom. The property features a children's playground.
All units at the hotel are fitted with a seating area. Selected rooms will provide you with a kitchen with a fridge. The rooms at Mediterraneo Boutique Hotel feature air condition and a desk.
A continental or buffet breakfast is available daily at the property. At the accommodations you will find a restaurant serving local, international and seafood cuisine.
Mediterraneo Boutique Hotel offers a terrace.
The reception can provide advice on the area in order to help guests plan their day.
Kivukoni Fish Market is 6.2 mi from the hotel, while Kariakoo Market is 6.8 mi away. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $187.
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30 Golden Palm Boutique Zanzibar Zanzibar City, Tanzania
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Located in Zanzibar City, 4.9 miles from Peace Memorial Museum, Golden Palm Boutique Zanzibar has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Each room at the 3-star hotel has garden views, and guests can enjoy access to a terrace. The property provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, room service and free WiFi.
At the hotel the rooms have air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Each room includes an electric tea pot, while some rooms also feature a balcony and others also feature city views. All rooms have a desk.
A buffet breakfast is available each morning at Golden Palm Boutique Zanzibar. At the accommodation you'll find a restaurant serving African, Chinese and British cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and vegan options can also be requested.
Hamamni Persian Baths is 5.4 miles from Golden Palm Boutique Zanzibar, while St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral is 5.5 miles from the property. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 0.6 miles away. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 7.5,
rooms from around $170.
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31 The African Paradise Beach Hotel Bwejuu, Tanzania
Hotel. The African Paradise Beach Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a private beach area and shared lounge in Bwejuu. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Guests can enjoy African and Seafood dishes at the restaurant or have a drink at the bar. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at the hotel also provide guests with free WiFi, while some have a sea view. Bike rental and car rental are available at The African Paradise Beach Hotel and the area is popular for hiking and canoeing. Bwejuu Beach is a few steps from the accommodation, while Jozani Forest is 10 miles away. Guest review score 9.9, rooms from around $170.
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32 Barry's Beach Resort Pangani Mkwaja, Tanzania
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Just a few steps away from the beach, Barry's Beach Resort offers accommodations near Sange Village. The resort has an outdoor pool and restaurant.
The bungalow-style rooms are made out of local materials. Each room is equipped with a desk, fan and mosquito net. The bathrooms are fitted with a shower.
The resort's restaurant and bar overlooks the beach.
The resort offers bicycle rental, snorkeling trips and excursions to Saadani National Park, which is about 16 mi away. Airport transfers and and other transfers can also be arranged for a surcharge.
Guest review score 9.7,
rooms from around $382.
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33 Kijani Beach Villas Bwejuu, Tanzania
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Located in Bwejuu, a few steps from Bwejuu Beach, Kijani Beach Villas provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area. Featuring a shared lounge, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property features a hot tub, evening entertainment and room service.
At the hotel, every room includes a deskand a terrace with a sea view. Rooms contain a safety deposit box, while certain rooms here will provide you with a balcony and others also provide guests with garden views. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge.
At Kijani Beach Villas you'll find a restaurant serving African, American and Dutch cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.
The accommodation has a playground. You can play table tennis at Kijani Beach Villas, and the area is popular for cycling.
Jozani Forest is 10 miles from the hotel.
Guest review score 9.7,
rooms from around $1698.
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34 Savera Beach Houses Jambiani, Tanzania
Hotel. Savera Beach Houses has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Jambiani. Offering a bar, the property is located within a few steps of Jambiani Beach. The property has room service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, rooms have a closetand a balcony with a garden view. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Savera Beach Houses also feature a sea view. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy an à la carte or a continental breakfast. Jozani Forest is 16 miles from Savera Beach Houses. Guest review score 9.7, rooms from around $512.
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35 Joya' Beach Suites & Villa Jambiani, Tanzania
Hotel. Joya' Beach Suites & Villa features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Jambiani. Located around a few steps from Paje Beach, the hotel with free WiFi is also 15 miles away from Jozani Forest. The property provides room service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, an oven, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Each room has an electric tea pot, while selected rooms are equipped with a patio and others also offer sea views. Guest rooms in Joya' Beach Suites & Villa are equipped with free toiletries and an iPod docking station. The area is popular for cycling, and bike rental is available at the accommodation. Guest review score 9.6, rooms from around $468.
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36 Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort Pongwe, Tanzania
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Offering an outdoor pool with waterslides, Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort is located in Pongwe, 17 mi from Zanzibar City. The resort has a private beach area with beach service.
The modern and elegantly decorated rooms are fitted with a private terrace, mini-bar and Nespresso machine. Each unit features a seating area where you can relax. Certain units include views of the sea or garden. Every room is equipped with a private bathroom fitted with a bath or shower. Extras include bathrobes and slippers.
The resort features an a la carte all inclusive concept with respect to individual taste and wishes.
Each guest will get both way private airport transfer, complimentary one hour massage once per stay and unlimited complimentary Yoga classes during the stay.
Nungwi is 22 mi from Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort while Kendwa is 21 mi from the property. Kisauni Airport is 18 mi away.
Guest review score 9.5,
rooms from around $791.
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37 Canary Kendwa Beach Resort Kendwa, Tanzania
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Facing the beachfront, Canary Kendwa Beach Resort offers 4-star accommodations in Kendwa and features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center and garden. With a private beach area, the property also has a shared lounge, as well as a terrace. The property provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, a kids' club and free WiFi throughout the property.
At the hotel, every room has a balcony with a garden view. With a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and free toiletries, certain units at Canary Kendwa Beach Resort also provide guests with a sea view. All guest rooms at the accommodation include air conditioning and a desk.
A Full English/Irish, American or vegetarian breakfast is served at the property. At Canary Kendwa Beach Resort you'll find a restaurant serving African, Chinese and Indian cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.
Kendwa Beach is a 4-minute walk from the hotel, while Kichwele Forest Reserve is 25 miles away. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 37 miles from the property.
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38 Mnana Beach Bungalows Michamvi, Tanzania
Hotel. Mnana Beach Bungalows has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a private beach area and terrace in Michamvi. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a tour desk, along with free WiFi. The property has airport transportation, while a bicycle rental service is also available. At the hotel, the rooms have a closetand a balcony with a garden view. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, some accommodations at Mnana Beach Bungalows also feature a sea view. À la carte and continental breakfast options are available at the accommodation. The area is popular for cycling, and car rental is available at Mnana Beach Bungalows. Michamvi Pingwe Beach is a few steps from the hotel, while Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park is 30 miles from the property. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 37 miles away. Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around $322.
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39 The Loop Beach Resort Jambiani, Tanzania
Hotel. Located in Jambiani, a few steps from Jambiani Beach, The Loop Beach Resort provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a private beach area and a shared lounge. Providing a bar, the property is located within 16 miles of Jozani Forest. The property has room service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower, rooms at the hotel also offer free WiFi, while some rooms are equipped with a sea view. A buffet, continental or vegetarian breakfast is served at the property. At The Loop Beach Resort you'll find a restaurant serving African, Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and vegan options can also be requested. The area is popular for cycling, and car rental is available at the accommodation. Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around $305.
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40 Bitcoin Beach Hotel Zanzibar Michamvi, Tanzania
Hotel. Located in Michamvi, a few steps from Michamvi Pingwe Beach, Bitcoin Beach Hotel Zanzibar provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Some units at the property include a patio with a sea view. Every room comes with air conditioning, and certain units at the hotel have a balcony. A continental breakfast is available at Bitcoin Beach Hotel Zanzibar. Jozani Forest is 16 miles from the accommodation. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 37 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
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41 Mango Beach House Jambiani, Tanzania
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Located in Jambiani, a few steps from Paje Beach, Mango Beach House has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a tour desk. The property provides airport transportation, while a bicycle rental service is also available.
At the hotel, all rooms include a patio with a pool view. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Mango Beach House also have a sea view. At the accommodation, all rooms come with a seating area.
An à la carte, vegetarian or vegan breakfast is served at the property.
The area is popular for cycling, and car rental is available at Mango Beach House.
Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park is 24 miles from the hotel.
Guest review score 9.3,
rooms from around $370.
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42 Marafiki Beach Hotel & SPA Matemwe, Tanzania
Hotel. Located on Matemwe Beach, Marafiki Beach Hotel & SPA offers accommodations with a bar, a swimming pool, a garden and a 24-hour front desk for your convenience. The hotel features both WiFi and private parking free of charge. All rooms offer ocean view and are equipped with air conditioner, terrace or balcony, the private bathrooms feature a shower and free toiletries. Marafiki Beach Hotel & SPA has an on-site restaurant and bar. A à la carte breakfast is available every morning. Once a week, during dinner, guests can enjoy live music. Marafiki Beach Hotel- Anza offers for its guest complimentary kayaks and bicycles which can be used to ride one the beach while low tide or explore village. Mnemba Island is 5 mi from the hotel, while Muyuni Beach is 5.6 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International, 25 mi from Marafiki Beach Hotel & SPA, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around $165.
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43 Pongwe Beach Hotel Pongwe, Tanzania
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Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Pongwe Beach Hotel is located in Pongwe. WiFi access is available.
Each room here will provide you with a patio and a seating area. Featuring a shower, the private bathroom also comes with bathrobes and free toiletries.
At Pongwe Beach Hotel you will find a private beach area and free bikes. Other facilities offered at the property include luggage storage.
An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling. The property offers free parking.
Kisauni Airport is 17 mi away.
Guest review score 9.3,
rooms from around $638.
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44 Breezes Beach Club and Spa Bwejuu, Tanzania
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Located on the beautiful Bwejuu Beach on the South East Coast, Breezes Beach Club and Spa features an outdoor pool, restaurants and water sport facilities.
Decorated in ivory tones, the air-conditioned rooms and suites offer a terrace and are equipped with a refrigerator, safety deposit box and private bathroom.
The hotel has 3 restaurants, and also offers private beachfront dining for couples. There are 2 bars and a coffee and tea lounge.
Guests can unwind at Frangipani Spa, which offers a variety of massages and beauty treatments in a Swahili-style setting with candles and spice scented aromas. NOTE: Due to Covid-19, some restrictions may apply. Kindly contact reception for details."
Activities at Breezes Beach Club include kite surfing, volleyball, snorkeling and diving.
Other facilities offered at the property include a tennis court, a fitness center, a shared lounge and a tour desk.
The village of Bwejuu is 10 minutes' drive away and Stone Town Airport can be reached within 50 minutes by car.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around $458.
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45 Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa Kendwa, Tanzania
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Located on Kendwa Beach, the oasis of luxury that is Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa offers guests stylish, individually decorated accommodations with a terrace overlooking the Indian Ocean or garden. It features a restaurant, bar and an outdoor pool with tropical garden surroundings.
The air-conditioned rooms and suites are decorated with modern furnishings and feature a TV, wardrobe and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. There is a 24-hour front desk and room service.
A buffet breakfast is served daily. The 2 restaurants at Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa serve an array of international and local à la carte and buffet-style cuisine. The 2 Bars serve a variety of cocktails and beverages throughout the day.
Guests can sunbathe poolside or on the sun terrace, surrounded by palm trees and overlooking the beach. Relax with a choice of Spa and massage treatments and for the sports minded guests, there is a dove center and gym. Local activities include snorkeling, windsurfing and canoeing.
The Masingini Forest and Zanzibar International Airport are within a 1-hour drive away by car.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around $568.
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46 Jaribu Beach Hotel Paje, Tanzania
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Offering an outdoor pool and a private beach area, Jaribu Beach Hotel is set in Paje in the Zanzibar Region, 24 mi from Zanzibar City. The hotel has a year-round outdoor pool and views of the sea, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Free private parking is available on site.
All rooms feature a seating area where you can relax. All units have views of the pool and ocean. Each room comes with a private bathroom.
There is luggage storage space at the property.
Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including kitesurfing and diving. Kiwengwa is 24 mi from Jaribu Beach Hotel, while Paje is 1.7 mi away. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 23 mi from Jaribu Beach Hotel.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around $188.
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47 Kisiwa on the Beach Paje, Tanzania
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Set on the beach in Paje and surrounded by palm trees, Kisiwa on the Beach features spa and wellness facilities, a fitness center and a restaurant. Free WiFi is available in this resort.
Elegantly decorated with Zanzibar furnishings and modern interior, the villas feature a patio, a seating area and a private bathroom with bath and shower. The beds are draped with mosquito nets.
Guests can dine at the thatched restaurant, overlooking the sea and the pool. Private diners on the beach can be arranged. Cocktails and drinks are available at the bar. On selected days, evening entertainment is offered.
For relaxation, the resort's spa has 2 treatment rooms and a lush courtyard garden. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or relax on sun loungers. Activities on the beach include snorkeling, diving and windsurfing.
Other facilities include a 24-hour front desk, a gift shop and a tour desk. Concierge services are available and babysitting services can also be arranged. Zanzibar International Airport is 31 mi away.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around $800.
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48 Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort Nungwi, Tanzania
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Right on a white sandy beach with a coral reef, Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort has tropical gardens with 4 outdoor pools and water-sports facilities. Guests can also relax with a massage at the Spa.
The Resort features modern-Zanzibar design and all rooms have a large bed surrounded by a mosquito net and a large balcony. The private bathrooms contain a bathtub and shower and are stocked with free toiletries.
Each of the 2 restaurants serves a variety of cuisine, ranging from an international breakfast at Spices to fresh, local seafood at Samaki. Coco Bar provides light meals and beverages during the day.
There is a game room with darts and ping-pong, or guests can work out at the gym.
On the north coast of Zanzibar, Royal Beach Resort is a 60-minute drive from Stone Town and 37 miles from the Zanzibar International Airport.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around $1200.
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49 Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa Kiwengwa, Tanzania
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Featuring a terrace with Indian Ocean views, set by sandy Kiwengwa Beach, the 30-acre site includes a spa, pool and sports facilities.
The spacious rooms and suites have a walk-in dressing room and seating area. Some are in a private area and have an outdoor shower.
Overlooking the pool and ocean, Makuti Restaurant serves international cuisine. The Beach Bar and Restaurant offers light meals and drinks, while seafood and steak dinners are available at exclusive Bahari Grill. The pool bar also provides drinks.
Land activities include tennis, table tennis and a gym, while diving, pedal boating and windsurfing are among the watersport options. For children there is a playground and paddling pool. The multilingual staff can book tours and arrange car or bike rental.
Stone Town is 25 mi from Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa, and Zanzibar International Airport is 29 mi away.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around $811.
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50 The Sands Beach Resort Bwejuu, Tanzania
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Located in Dongwe in the Zanzibar Region, The Sands Beach Resort features a 25-yard outdoor pool, dove center and surfing school. Guests can enjoy the on-site beach bar. Free WiFi is offered and free private parking is available on site.
The air-conditioned rooms and villa at The Sands offer a terrace and ocean or garden views. They are equipped with a mini bar and a safe, and have an private bathroom. Some villas boast a private pool.
Guests can enjoy various activities including volleyball and snorkeling. The hotel also offers bike hire and car hire.
Stone Town is within 37 mi of The Sands, while Zanzibar International Airport is 37 mi from the property.
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