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Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only
5.0 star property
Nungwi
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (44 reviews)
"Very nice hotel"
United States
Katsiaryna
$403 nightly
The price is $477
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only
Boating

The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive

The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive
5.0 star property
Matemwe
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (238 reviews)
"The most amazing destination in East Africa. Highly Recommend"
United Kingdom
Kenneth
$533 nightly
The price is $623
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total with taxes and fees
The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive
On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive
5.0 star property
Nungwi
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (753 reviews)
"BEST PLACE EVER"
United Kingdom
ASIA
Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive
On the beach, white sand

Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive
4.0 star property
Nungwi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (437 reviews)
"This resort was amazing from the staff to the food to the amenities."
United States
jonette
Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive
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Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa - Premium All Inclusive

Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa - Premium All Inclusive
5.0 star property
Uroa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (59 reviews)
"Amazing staff who looked after us so attentively throughout with amazing and friendly service which made the holiday. The property is immaculate on a beautiful beach setting. Very quiet and perfect for a relaxing break. Food was varied and kept interesting. Fantastic breakfasts in particular though meat and fish dishes were a bit disappointing - generally very tough and left us feeling guilty at having to leave food that could’ve been improved. But overall a fantastic stay and would not hesitate...
United Kingdom
David Anthony
Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa - Premium All Inclusive
On the beach, scuba diving

Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel

Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Kendwa
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (215 reviews)
"The staff where amazing very friendly The airconditioner wotks perfectly"
United Kingdom
Yeamlaksira Lema
Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel
Outdoor pool

JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+

JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+
5.0 star property
Uroa
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Nice hotel . Not big but cozy"
United States
Katsiaryna
$187 nightly
The price is $230
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Total with taxes and fees
JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+
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TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Kiwengwa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (281 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and amazing resort!"
United Kingdom
Rimsha
$256 nightly
The price is $305
Aug 8 - Aug 9
Total with taxes and fees
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas

Ycona Luxury Resort

Ycona Luxury Resort
5.0 star property
Uroa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (31 reviews)
"Very helpful staff, fabulous facilities, good food"
United Kingdom
Shannon
$521 nightly
The price is $615
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Total with taxes and fees
Ycona Luxury Resort
On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas

Tembo Kiwengwa Resort

Tembo Kiwengwa Resort
5.0 star property
Kiwengwa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"Staff was friendly, mostly helpful. Property was wonderful, swim up room was very unique. No alcohol on premises though."
United States
McDonald
$245 nightly
The price is $292
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Total with taxes and fees
Tembo Kiwengwa Resort
On the beach, white sand

LUX Marijani Zanzibar

LUX Marijani Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Pwani Mchangani
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (113 reviews)
"We loved this resort!"
United States
Brionne
$291 nightly
The price is $335
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Total with taxes and fees
LUX Marijani Zanzibar
View from property

Pearl Beach Resort by Sansi

Pearl Beach Resort by Sansi
3.0 star property
Michamvi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (20 reviews)
"Great experience and value for money "
United Kingdom
Victoria
$62 nightly
The price is $80
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Total with taxes and fees
Pearl Beach Resort by Sansi
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar

The Residence Zanzibar

The Residence Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Kizimkazi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (212 reviews)
"Very nice villas. Friendly staff. Facilities Nice and Calm atmosphere. Low tides dominated the day time but we know this before coming. Two of us Got sick from ice cream with travellers diarréa as a consequece, staff shoul have better hygiene routines."
United States
robert
$811 nightly
The price is $951
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Total with taxes and fees
The Residence Zanzibar
The Level 2 bedroom Ocean Villa | Beach/ocean view

Melia Zanzibar

Melia Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Kiwengwa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (282 reviews)
"Lush, beautiful property and outstanding service."
United States
Alma
$456 nightly
The price is $532
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Total with taxes and fees
Melia Zanzibar
3 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers

Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel
4.0 star property
Stone Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful location to see the sunset. Lots of people watching and activities at beachfront. Very helpful staff and great breakfast."
United States
Twinky
$130 nightly
The price is $160
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Total with taxes and fees
Tembo House Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Zuri Zanzibar

Zuri Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Kendwa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (126 reviews)
"Very nice hotel ."
United States
Katsiaryna
$1,020 nightly
The price is $1,030
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Total with taxes and fees
Zuri Zanzibar
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed (Swim Up, Front Ocean View) | Terrace/patio

JAZ Elite Aurora

JAZ Elite Aurora
5.0 star property
Michamvi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Beautiful resort . Food was not good at all and minimal entertainment at night . Other than that good clean beautiful hotel . "
United States
Cottrell
$273 nightly
The price is $327
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Total with taxes and fees
JAZ Elite Aurora
Private beach, white sand, free beach cabanas, sun loungers

Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa

Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa
5.0 star property
Michamvi
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (320 reviews)
"My room was breathtaking, staff was attentive, I had one of the best view overlooking the ocean "
United States
Kaywana
$219 nightly
The price is $264
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Total with taxes and fees
Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa
Front of property

Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel

Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel
4.0 star property
Nungwi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (470 reviews)
"Hotel was great and the beach was beautiful "
United States
Tiffany
Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel
Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas

Turaco Nungwi Resort, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Turaco Nungwi Resort, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
Nungwi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (634 reviews)
"This hotel was amazing. "
United States
Monique
$250 nightly
The price is $300
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Total with taxes and fees
Turaco Nungwi Resort, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
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Learn more about Zanzibar

Wander through Stone Town's labyrinthine alleys, where ornate doors and bustling bazaars reveal centuries of Swahili culture. Sail to pristine beaches for snorkeling, or visit a spice farm to discover why Zanzibar's known as the 'Spice Island'.

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Top Zanzibar Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent
"Our stay at Riu Palace Zanzibar was absolutely outstanding from beginning to end. This is truly a five-star resort in every sense. The staff is what makes this place so special. Every single person we met was incredibly kind, caring, welcoming, and genuinely happy to help. You can tell they take pride in what they do, and it made us feel at home throughout our stay. The hotel itself is beautiful, modern, and impeccably maintained. The rooms are spacious, very comfortable, and spotless. The bed was excellent, housekeeping did a fantastic job every day, and all the common areas were always immaculate. The food was delicious. Although we weren’t able to try the specialty restaurants because they were fully booked during our stay, the Pomegranate buffet restaurant exceeded our expectations. There was a great variety of fresh, flavorful food at every meal. One thing that really stood out to us was seeing how much the hotel seems to invest in the local community by employing so many people. It was wonderful to see such a large, dedicated team, and everyone seemed genuinely happy to be there. Honestly, I can’t think of anything that needs improvement. We had no negative experiences at all. Riu Palace Zanzibar exceeded our expectations, and we would absolutely stay here again. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a relaxing, luxurious, and memorable stay in Zanzibar."
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What are the best 5-star hotels in Zanzibar?
If you're on your way to the well-known city of Zanzibar Town in Zanzibar, Kisiwa House is a traveler favorite. Other 5-star getaways here that are rated highly by Expedia guests are Park Hyatt Zanzibar and Zanzibar Serena Hotel. Whichever catches your eye, every aspect of your stay will be carefully curated to provide a memorable experience.
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Outstanding guest service characterizes every 5-star hotel in Zanzibar. From the moment you arrive, staff are at your beck and call, whether offering luggage assistance and storage or providing in-room beauty treatments. Also, hotels have to offer superior amenities to be eligible for a 5-star rating. These can include luxury bathrobes, spa facilities, pools, fine dining kitchens and knowledgeable concierge.

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