Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa

5.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with relaxing spa services

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Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Front of property - evening/night
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Restaurant
2 bars/lounges, beach bar

Overview of Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa

8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • All inclusive
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included

Explore the area

Kendwa Beach, Kendwa
  • Popular LocationThe Lebanese Cuisine Kendwa Zanzibar2 min walk
  • Popular LocationNungwi Beach7 min drive
  • Popular LocationNungwi Natural Aquarium8 min drive
  • AirportZanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)91 min drive
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Room options

Suite (with Pavillon, single use)

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 969 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Villa, Private Pool

cleanliness

Highlights

Private pool
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 2152 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Suite

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
Bidet
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 968 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Suite (Single Use)

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
Bidet
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 968 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Luxury Villa, Private Pool, Sea Facing ( Retreat )

cleanliness

Highlights

Private pool
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 2153 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Room, Garden View

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
Bidet
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Single Room, Garden View

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
Separate bathtub and shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, Sea View

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
Bidet
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 753 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Single Room, Ocean View

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
Bidet
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 753 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite (with Pavillon)

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
Separate bathtub and shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 969 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Kendwa

Located in Kendwa, Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa is on the beach. Nungwi Beach and Kiwengwa Pongwe Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Nungwi Natural Aquarium and Mnarani Natural Aquarium. Looking to get your feet wet? Water skiing, windsurfing and sailing adventures can be found near the property.

What's nearby

  • Nungwi Beach - 7 min drive
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium - 8 min drive
  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium - 9 min drive
  • Kendwa Beach - 15 min drive
  • Mnemba Island - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • Promenade Main Restaurant - 17 min walk
  • M&J Cafe - 7 min drive
  • Ginger Bar - 17 min walk
  • Nungwi Inn - 7 min drive
  • Mangi's Bar - 7 min drive

About this property

Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa

Luxury hotel
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a beach bar, and a terrace at Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa. With a beachfront location, beach massages, and sun loungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in aromatherapy, Ayurvedic treatments, and a Thai massage at Healing Earth Spa, the onsite spa. Enjoy a meal at the two onsite restaurants. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities like boat tours, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a porter/bellhop
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All 72 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Frette Italian sheets and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Rainfall showers, eco-friendly toiletries, and deep soaking tubs
  • LCD TVs with cable channels
  • LED light bulbs, coffee/tea makers, and ceiling fans

All inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

All buffet meals and snacks included
In-room minibar (all beverages included)

Activities and facilities/equipment

All onsite activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free extended parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Children's pool
  • Farming classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 2012
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between May 9 and June 10.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for TZS 100.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: TZS 12643.15 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: TZS 200 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Rollaway bed fee: TZS 100.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa?

As of Mar 19, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa on Apr 16, 2024 start from $312.5, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of TZS 200 per vehicle applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa?

Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive.

Where is Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kendwa hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Kendwa Beach and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Nungwi Beach. Nungwi Natural Aquarium and Mnarani Natural Aquarium are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 143 out of 243 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 243 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 243 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 243 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 243 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kerry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The grounds are well kept and beautiful. We had a suite beach view with pavillon, which is a bit of a mis-conception because in front of your pavillon is an area of sand then the large swimming pool and then the beach and sea which you cannot actually see! The suite itself was lovely. All the staff were friendly and helpful. It was our 29th wedding celebration and unfortunately on the night my husband was ill and I had to go to dinner on my own. They had decorated the table and had a cake prepared for us. The following night there was a BBQ on the beach, all the tables set out with candlelight, very pretty. Food was plentiful but - I had a chicken kebab which was cooked on the outside and raw in the middle! I pointed this out to the waitress when she removed our plates but she did nothing. My husband spoke to the maitre de who was very concerned and also bought her manager over to speak to us. They spoke to the chef who had cooked the chicken and all were very apologetic. To make amends the following evening they provided us with the Romantic dinner on the beach which was really lovely. We had our celebration cake and about 6 members of staff sang to us. The main buffet restaurant had a good selection of food and a pasta station. At breakfast again there was a good selection of pastries, a fresh egg station, toast and cereals. The all inclusive package is very restrictive with spirits and only one choice of red,white or rose wine.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew Mario

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Gold Zanzibar. On entering the grand reception we were greeted by very welcoming staff and felt the stress of our 15 hour travel melt away. During our stay we dined on the finest cuisines like tasty curried crab and desserts that were great on the eye. During our stay staff were always helpful, friendly and genuinely very nice people. I'd like to mention some great personalities, Abu, Salim, Basho, Kombo and Masoud they really made our stay amazing. We visited in June 2023 and thoroughly recommend Goldie )as the locals call this great resort). The only negative for us was the evenings entertainment. It finished way too early for our liking however this is a minor detractor.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Juan

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Annie Alexia

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
DEFINITELY NOT A 5 STAR RESORT, MORE LIKE A 2/3
This is NOT a 5 star hotel. I would rate it maybe 3 the most. The entire hotel is dated, the rooms are old and gross. There were ants crawling everywhere especially the bathroom. When I told staff they said that’s normal and nothing they can do about it. The shelf in the bathroom where all the toiletries are and glasses for brushing teeth was slanted towards the ground so everything kept falling on the dirty floor with the ants. The staff barely speak English and are rude. The worst part is that my husband and I both got diarrhea from dinner one night. The staff didn’t really care and said we’re probably allergic to something. The all inclusive food was not good and the package was very expensive. I suggest buying food and drinks a La carte because it’s probably going to be cheaper. Don’t stay here unless you’re looking to rough it a little.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

Guy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bad customer service from hotels website and thr hotel himself. Due to the corona the country declared red and we couldnt arrive abd they refuse to consider that situation and refund the money. I won't book from this website anymore
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun, lively place to stay. Live music and excellent atmosphere. Excellent meal opportunities and superb resort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A magical and exceptional setting. I chose this place by worst chance to discover Zanzibar for the first time. I assure you that it fulfills all the promises: excellent resting place, delicious food, incredible staff, the best animations on the spot (no need to go out: everything is there to occupy). I really liked this place and all that is proposed by the hotel: animated evenings, music, dances, shows, friendliness, enthusiasm, welcome, in short, I highly recommend this place Just a small drawback: the cleaning of the room must be done without waiting to be asked and also the shower back must be well maintained.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

rotem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021