Hotels on the beach in Grave Island, Tanzania
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 beach hotels and resorts in Grave Island. I hope you will like it!
This page was last updated in June 2026.
The List 6 Amazing Beach Hotels in Grave Island
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1 Kholle House Grave Island
Built in 1860 for Princess Kholle, this central Stone Town hotel is a minutes’ walk from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. It offers luxurious rooms, an outdoor pool and rooftop terrace with a Swahili-style tea house and Indian Ocean views. Air-conditioning, a ceiling fan and mosquito net are provided in all rooms at Kholle House. Each is individually decorated with exposed wooden beams, bright colors and antique furnishings. Guests can enjoy a daily breakfast, as well as meals and beverages throughout the day at Kholle House. It also has a reading room and a garden with a conservatory. Wi-Fi is free available throughout the property. The hotel organizes an important range of indoor services such as massages in our spa room, live band swahili dinners happening in the tea house on the roof top and outdoor activities including visits to Stone town and Spice plantations.
Address Malindi 607/608 Show on map- Swimming pool
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2 Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Grave Island
Located on the sea-front of ancient Stone Town, Zanzibar Serena Inn offers 5-star accommodations with a view of the Indian Ocean. There is an outdoor pool with sun loungers, a café and 2 restaurants. Zanzibar Serena Inn offers free private parking. All rooms are decorated with traditional furnishings and feature a satellite TV, mini bar and a tea and coffee maker. Each has a private bathroom with a bath and shower with free toiletries. There is 24-hour room service and free Wi-Fi. The Terrace Seafood Restaurant features an open-air rooftop terrace and has ocean views. International and Swahili dishes are available at the Baharia Restaurant. The Pool Terrace Bar and coffee shop serve a wide selection of drinks, snacks and traditional pastries. Guests can relax and sunbathe poolside or on the beach. Other local activities include swimming, snorkeling, kayaking and diving. House of Wonders is a 5-minute drive away. Zanzibar International Airport and Zanzibar Ferry Terminal are within a 10-minute drive away.
Address Shangani Street, Stone Town Show on map- Swimming pool
- Water sports facility
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3 Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Grave Island
Featuring a seafront location in Zanzibar City, Park Hyatt Zanzibar offers an outdoor pool and a restaurant. This air-conditioned hotel comes with free WiFi access and has a spa and wellness center. All rooms are equipped with a flat-screen cable TV, a mini-bar and tea and coffee making facilities. Private bathrooms consist of a bathtub, free toiletries, a hairdryer and a bidet. Views are provided from all rooms. Guest staying at Park Hyatt Zanzibar are also offered a fitness center, a tour desk and a luggage storage. Activites like snorkeling, diving, golf and various other can be enjoyed on site or in the surrounding area. The Hotel is 27 mi away from Jozani Chwaka National Park and 6.8 mi from Masingini Forest. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 5 mi from Park Hyatt Zanzibar. Zanzibar Ferry Terminal is 0.6 mi away. Kindly be advised that for all reservations encompassing an overnight stay on the evening of December 31st, 2024, mandatory fees will be applicable. These charges amount to $200 USD per adult and $90 USD per child (aged 4 to 12 years old) and are associated with the inclusion of alcohol along with water and soft beverage packages. Alternatively, guests have the flexibility to opt for the non-alcohol package, which encompasses water and soft beverages without alcohol. This option also entails obligatory charges of $180 USD per adult and $90 USD per child (aged 4 to 12 years old) solely for the evening of December 31st, 2024. Additionally, a New Year’s Eve Deposit Policy is in effect (relevant for all reservations staying over on December 31st, 2024). The hotel necessitates a 100% nonrefundable deposit for the entire duration of the stay, encompassing the compulsory charges for the gala dinner. This deposit will be collected 30 days prior to the scheduled arrival. Please take note: Guests falling within the age bracket of 0 to 12 years old are considered children at this establishment. Any individuals aged 13 years or older will be categorized as adults and will be subject to adult pricing
Address Shangani Street, Stone Town Show on map- Swimming pool
- Gym / fitness center
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4 Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa - Dry Hotel
Grave Island
Located in Zanzibar City, 3.2 miles from Peace Memorial Museum, Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa - Dry Hotel provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a garden. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers a kids' club and room service. The hotel has pool views and a terrace. All guest rooms at the hotel come with 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. Every room has an electric tea pot, while certain rooms here will provide you with a balcony and others also provide guests with sea views. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. A buffet, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available at the property. At Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa - Dry Hotel you'll find a restaurant serving African, American and Mediterranean cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and vegan options can also be requested. The accommodation has a playground. A number of activities can be enjoyed on site or nearby, including canoeing and water park. Guests will find a 24-hour front desk, a shared lounge, a business center and ironing service at the property. Cinema Afrique is 2.6 miles from Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa - Dry Hotel, while Old Dispensary is 2.8 miles from the property. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 6.2 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Address Malawi Road Show on map- Swimming pool
- Water sports facility
- Gym / fitness center
- Water park
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5 Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
Grave Island
Set in Zanzibar Region, 4.3 mi from Stone Town, Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort features a year-round outdoor pool and free WiFi is available in the rooms. Each room has modern decor, is air conditioned and features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Certain rooms have a seating area for your convenience. Views of the sea or pool are featured in certain rooms. For your comfort, you will find a mini-bar, coffee machine, slippers, free toiletries and a hairdryer in the room. The Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort features a restaurant on site. Both buffet-style and a la carte dining options are available. Room service is offered at the property and BBQ facilities are available at a surcharge. There is a 24-hour front desk offering currency exchange and shuttle services. There is a fitness center and gift shop at the property. Free private parking is available on site. Peace Memorial Museum and House of Wonders are 4.3 mi from Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort. The Zanzibar International Airport is 8.1 mi from the resort and transfers can be arranged at a surcharge.
Address Beit-el-raas street, Malawi Road Show on map- Swimming pool
- Gym / fitness center
- Pets are welcome
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6 Chapwani Private Island Grave Island
Located just off the north west coast of Zanzibar, Chapwani Private Island is surrounded by a coral reef and situated along a palm-fringed white sand beach. It offers a restaurant and bar. Decorated in a Zanzibari style, accommodation units at Chapwani Private Island are fitted with a sea-facing terrace, mosquito net and private entrance. The en suite bathroom has a shower. The thatched-roof restaurant overlooks the Indian Ocean and serves a selection of dishes including Italian and local cuisine. Guests can enjoy a tropical cocktail at the bar which is located adjacent to the restaurant. The resort boasts an outdoor swimming pool, boutique offering local craftwork and souvenirs, as well as a tour desk. Free Wi-Fi is available and a complimentary airport shuttle can be arranged upon request. The island is a 15-minute boat ride from Zanzibar.
Address Grave Island Show on map- Swimming pool
- Water sports facility
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