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The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive

The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive
5.0 star property
Matemwe
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (216 reviews)
"Great staff and service, clean, well run property"
United Kingdom
Gary
$228 nightly
The price is $273
Apr 30 - May 1
Total with taxes and fees
The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Zuri Zanzibar

Zuri Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Kendwa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (118 reviews)
"Exceptional resort with lush tropical gardens, stunning beach and great stuff , welcoming and always ready to assist! The rooms/ bungalows are simply stunning as well. The perfect place with the most delicious seafood!"
United States
Roman
$581 nightly
The price is $591
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Total with taxes and fees
Zuri Zanzibar
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Stone Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (275 reviews)
"It was an amazing experience the best hotel in stone town "
United States
Gerald
$345 nightly
The price is $407
May 3 - May 4
Total with taxes and fees
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
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, (314 reviews)
"My room was breathtaking, staff was attentive, I had one of the best view overlooking the ocean "
United States
Kaywana
$166 nightly
The price is $203
Apr 16 - Apr 17
Total with taxes and fees
Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa
Aerial view

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Kiwengwa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (260 reviews)
"Spotless and beautiful rooms. Most stunning resort, so many facilities. Staff were polite and helpful. Couldn’t fault it "
United Kingdom
Pauline
$136 nightly
The price is $166
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
Exterior

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, (48 reviews)
"Perfect getaway. Nice rooms with options for oceanfront suites. "
United States
Paul
Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa - Premium All Inclusive
Honeymoon Suite | View from room

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel
5.0 star property
Stone Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (248 reviews)
"Amazing place, good location and nice staff "
United Kingdom
Sumaiya
$246 nightly
The price is $297
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
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, (727 reviews)
"I can’t wait to go back "
United States
Sharice
Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive
Aerial view

Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only
5.0 star property
Nungwi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (16 reviews)
"Very nice place i liked it"
United States
ANNET
$217 nightly
The price is $262
Apr 16 - Apr 17
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only
On the beach, white sand

LUX Marijani Zanzibar

LUX Marijani Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Pwani Mchangani
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (101 reviews)
"SPA WAS VERY RELAXING, BAR HAD A WIDE VARIETY OF DRINKS AND EXCELLENT SERVICE FROM ALL THE STAFF."
United Kingdom
Mansukhlal
$163 nightly
The price is $197
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Total with taxes and fees
LUX Marijani Zanzibar
On the beach

Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel

Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
5.0 star property
Zanzibar Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (99 reviews)
"The room was nice and spotless and the staff was friendly and corteous!"
United States
Nataliya
$303 nightly
The price is $358
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Total with taxes and fees
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
The Level 2 bedroom Ocean Villa | Beach/ocean view

Melia Zanzibar

Melia Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Kiwengwa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (276 reviews)
"amazing, sets the standard for luxury, the staff were all great and kind and made our stay memorable. Book with confidence"
United Kingdom
Issa
$215 nightly
The price is $256
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Total with taxes and fees
Melia Zanzibar
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar

The Residence Zanzibar

The Residence Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Kizimkazi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (209 reviews)
"The Residence was the perfect spot to celebrate my 40th birthday. The deluxe garden view with the private pool was exact atmosphere my husband and I were looking for. The hotel is extremely clean and they even offer room cleanings twice a day. And we also loved the different themed dinner options each night along side with a live band performance! The staff make you feel at home and apart of the family. Nico always greeted us with a warm smile and helped us capture precious moments. The...
United States
Nathalie
$411 nightly
The price is $487
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
The Residence Zanzibar
Honeymoon Villa with private 24 hours butler | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar

Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Kizimkazi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (201 reviews)
"Nice resort… very quiet, staff are very laid back and slow!! The resort is a little tired and is in need of some TLC. Would not say this is 5star. The dirt track leading up to it….. well OMG it’s like off roading. "
United Kingdom
Joanne
Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort 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)
"We really enjoyed our experience at Ycona, one of the nicest hotel experiences. The hotel was really well laid out, and the staff were incredible, the friendliest and kindest people. It was also a really good move by the resort to have a WhatsApp group that had all the staff on it so there was always someone able to assist our requests. Thank you to everyone for the experience, and for making my wife’s birthday special at dinner with a vibrant happy birthday song! I would definitely recommend...
United Kingdom
Haider
$333 nightly
The price is $397
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Total with taxes and fees
Ycona Luxury Resort
Outdoor pool

SafiraBlu Luxury Resort & Villas

SafiraBlu Luxury Resort & Villas
5.0 star property
Nungwi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"The staff was helpful and friendly"
United States
Glenn
$479 nightly
The price is $566
Apr 25 - Apr 26
Total with taxes and fees
SafiraBlu Luxury Resort & Villas
Aerial view

Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa

Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Kiwengwa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (102 reviews)
"It was an amazing experience!"
United States
Hemil
$260 nightly
The price is $317
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Total with taxes and fees
Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa
View from property

Sea Cliff Resort & Spa

Sea Cliff Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Mangapwani
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (231 reviews)
"Staff were amazing very polite and courteous. They were very attentive. I would recommend this resort and would definitely return again"
Canada
rosemeena
$318 nightly
The price is $373
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Total with taxes and fees
Sea Cliff Resort & Spa
Presidential Villa +16 | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

Aldiana Club Zanzibar Kwanza

Aldiana Club Zanzibar Kwanza
5.0 star property
Kizimkazi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (64 reviews)
"Great experience and good times. Great service and people ate very kind"
United States
Eloe
$166 nightly
The price is $205
May 3 - May 4
Total with taxes and fees
Aldiana Club Zanzibar Kwanza
Presidential Villa, 5 Bedrooms, Ocean View (Balcony) | Terrace/patio

Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection

Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection
5.0 star property
Dongwe
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (75 reviews)
"Yes did enjoy the pool and the oceanview was awesome.will definitely go there again."
United Kingdom
pardon
$179 nightly
The price is $217
Apr 17 - Apr 18
Total with taxes and fees
Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection
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Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel

Forodhani Street Zanzibar Town
$99 nightly
The price is $124 total per night from May 8 to May 9
$124 total
May 8 - May 9
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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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Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent
"All the staff was very Nice! "
Olivia 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive

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You'll have a wonderful time at one of these 5-star hotels. High-end restaurants, top-notch customer care, and deeply relaxing spa offerings are waiting for you. You're sure to find exactly the accommodation you need. You can also look forward to an outstanding experience and fantastic customer care, so get ready to kick back and indulge. What creature comforts do you want in your lodging? A rejuvenating facial treatment to help your cares fall away? A concierge to help you pick out your next adventure? Comfortable beds, lip-smacking main courses, and even space for your family pet in some cases...these hotels have it all.

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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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You can find a variety of pricing options for a 5-star hotel in Zanzibar on Expedia. The amount you pay will depend on when you travel, length of stay and other factors. Compare available accommodations for your chosen dates and use our pricing and other filters to find the ideal upscale stay.

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What makes a hotel 5 stars in Zanzibar?
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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