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A resort with multiple swimming pools, sun loungers, umbrellas, and overwater bungalows.
A modern indoor space with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and hanging plants.
A spacious lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the building's exterior.
A modern lounge area with round seating, a patterned floor, and a stone wall.

1. Hotel Riu Palace Swahili – All Inclusive – Adults Only

Hotel Riu Palace Swahili – All Inclusive – Adults Only
Nungwi
United States
Eunice
CA $555
CA $658 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Hotel Riu Palace Swahili – All Inclusive – Adults Only
A beach with palm trees and a clear view of the ocean.
An aerial view of a resort with a pool, palm trees, and beach access.
A couple relaxing on a bed with a view of the beach and ocean.
A poolside dining area with tables set for guests, surrounded by palm trees and string lights.

2. TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
Kiwengwa
United Kingdom
Charlie
CA $290
CA $347 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a wooden table with snacks, and a view of the ocean.
A modern dining area with a round table, green upholstered chairs, and a chandelier.
A beach with numerous boats anchored in the water and people on the sand.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

3. Iberostar Selection Zanzibar – All-Inclusive

Iberostar Selection Zanzibar – All-Inclusive
Matemwe
Iberostar Selection Zanzibar – All-Inclusive
An infinity pool with a clear view of the ocean at sunset.
An interior with high ceilings, arched doorways, and hanging chandeliers.
A spacious lounge with comfortable seating, large windows with views of the sea, and ornate ceiling designs.
A buffet with various desserts and fruits, a person in the background, and a view of the sea through large windows.

4. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Stone Town
United States
Natasha
CA $489
CA $580 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
A wooden deck with a hammock, chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A pool area with a view of the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.
A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows with ocean views, and traditional wooden lattice window frames.
A beach with a wooden boat and a lounge chair with a cushion.

5. Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Stone Town
United States
Gita
CA $510
CA $601 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
A beach with white sand, palm trees, and thatched umbrellas.
A resort with a swimming pool, beach, and palm trees.
A resort with a central pool, surrounded by palm trees and beach views.
A resort with a beach view, palm trees, and a pathway leading to the beach.

6. Tembo Kiwengwa Resort

Tembo Kiwengwa Resort
Kiwengwa
United States
McDonald
CA $346
CA $413 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Tembo Kiwengwa Resort
A wooden deck with sun loungers and a view of the ocean.
A room with a bed, a wooden partition, a bench, and a hanging chair.
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a pier extending into the ocean.
A wooden swing bed with a view of the ocean, a palm tree, and a thatched roof structure.

7. Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE

Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE
Kizimkazi
Canada
Phina
CA $240
CA $297 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE
A resort with thatched-roof buildings, a pool, and a wooden bridge over clear water.
A resort with multiple thatched-roof buildings, a central swimming pool, and surrounding palm trees.
A hot tub with a view of the ocean, surrounded by tropical plants and a thatched roof.
A serene spa area with a hot tub, a flower vase, and a view of the ocean.

8. Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar

Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar
Kizimkazi
United Kingdom
Nick
CA $157
CA $196 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar
A beachside bar with a wooden structure, a palm tree, and coconuts on display.
A spacious outdoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large arched windows, and a view of the ocean.
An aerial view of a resort with multiple villas, a central swimming pool, and surrounding lush greenery.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, palm trees, and a building with a tiled roof.

9. The Residence Zanzibar

The Residence Zanzibar
Kizimkazi
United States
Timothy
CA $712
CA $840 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
The Residence Zanzibar
A beach with white sand, palm trees, and a sailboat.
A white building with a wooden entrance, a stone pathway, and lush greenery.
A deck with wooden furniture overlooking a beach and ocean.
A pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

10. Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa - Premium All Inclusive

Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa - Premium All Inclusive
Uroa
United States
Wawuda
Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa - Premium All Inclusive
A resort with a large pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
A beach with a thatched-roof structure, a palm tree, and a clear view of the ocean.
A natural rock formation with a small waterfall and clear water.
Room

11. Ycona Luxury Resort

Ycona Luxury Resort
Uroa
United States
Sharifah
CA $544
CA $645 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Ycona Luxury Resort
A beach with clear turquoise water, a boat in the distance, and several beach umbrellas and lounge chairs.
A landscaped garden with pathways leading to a building with arches and a large tree.
An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, beach, and ocean views.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the ocean.

12. Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive
Nungwi
United States
Ella
Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive
A pool area with lounge chairs, a wooden deck, and a view of the beach and ocean.
A bar area with wooden bar stools, a counter with bottles, and hanging pendant lights.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean.
A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a wooden deck, and a view of a beach with palm trees and a thatched umbrella.

13. JAZ Elite Aurora

JAZ Elite Aurora
Michamvi
United Kingdom
Susannah
CA $358
CA $434 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
JAZ Elite Aurora
A beach scene with a palm tree and two wooden lounge chairs under a thatched roof.
A large bathtub filled with water and flowers, positioned near large windows with a view of the sea.
A wooden deck with a pool, lounge chairs, and a thatched roof structure overlooking a turquoise sea.
A wooden deck with lounge chairs and a table overlooking a beach and ocean.

14. Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa

Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa
Michamvi
United States
Katura
CA $310
CA $373 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa
A wooden pathway leading to a beach with palm trees and thatched-roof structures.
An aerial view of a resort with thatched-roof cottages, lush greenery, and a swimming pool.
A beachside bar with a pool, palm trees, and thatched umbrellas.
A large rectangular swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and thatched-roof huts.

15. Zuri Zanzibar

Zuri Zanzibar
Kendwa
United States
Katsiaryna
CA $1,476
CA $1,491 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Zuri Zanzibar
A wooden deck with a pool overlooking the sea, lounge chairs, and a stone wall.
A bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a view of the ocean, and a balcony with a chair.
A room with a large glass door leading to a balcony overlooking a beach.
A beach with white lounge chairs and a small table, palm trees, and a clear blue sea with a sailboat in the distance.

16. Melia Zanzibar

Melia Zanzibar
Kiwengwa
United States
Carol
CA $430
CA $530 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Melia Zanzibar
A beach resort with palm trees, thatched umbrellas, and lounge chairs.
A thatched-roof structure with a dining area, surrounded by palm trees and a beach view.
An aerial view of a resort with multiple bungalow-style buildings, a central swimming pool, and a beachfront.
A resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

17. Breezes Beach Club & Spa – Half Board

Breezes Beach Club & Spa – Half Board
Dongwe
Switzerland
Ueli
CA $586
CA $694 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Breezes Beach Club & Spa – Half Board
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bench, a round table, and a view of the ocean through a sliding door.
A bar area with a wooden counter, woven stools, and pendant lighting.
A nighttime resort pool area with wooden pergolas, lounge chairs, and a pathway.
Room

18. JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+

JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+
Uroa
United States
Sabrina
CA $328
CA $399 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+
An aerial view of a tropical island with clear turquoise waters, a small boat, and a white sandy beach.
A beachside restaurant with outdoor seating, large pillars, and a view of the beach and ocean.
A resort with a large building, palm trees, and a sandy area.
A well-lit pathway leading to a building with multiple balconies and a covered area, surrounded by lush greenery.

19. The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive

The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive
Matemwe
United States
LaToria Williams
CA $603
CA $707 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive
A beach scene with a palm tree, two white lounge chairs, and a beach umbrella.
A room with a large window overlooking a beach with palm trees and a sailboat.
A clear blue pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a white building with arched windows.
A table set on a beach with a view of the ocean, a drink, and a meal.

20. LUX Marijani Zanzibar

LUX Marijani Zanzibar
Pwani Mchangani
United States
Paul
CA $386
CA $446 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
LUX Marijani Zanzibar
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A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, and a rocky cliff.

Top Zanzibar Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Palace Swahili – All Inclusive – Adults Only

Hotel Riu Palace Swahili – All Inclusive – Adults Only

8/10 Good
"The majority of the staff were wonderful, always smiling and happy to assist with anything. The booking system is frustrating and does not work if you have multiple rooms/ booked with family. This proved to be THE most annoying part of the holiday and it spoilt some of our evenings when we had to argue for a table for 3 people even though we had requested and it had been confirmed! It's quite a noisy hotel, with boisterous activities during the day, every day, which if we knew, we would have chosen a different hotel. The evening entertainment was very repetitive over the 10 days we were there."
Jed 10-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Hotel Riu Palace Swahili – All Inclusive – Adults Only
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent
"This is a beautiful hotel with beautiful staff. Food amazing. Pool lovely. Beach sand and blue sea like you e never seen before. Would I go back again - yes in a heartbeat."
Rachel 14-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive

The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent
"Great"
destiny 3-night trip
Posted 12 days ago
The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive
JAZ Elite Aurora

JAZ Elite Aurora

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel is very big yet beautiful. The rooms are spacious and we were pleased to find a hairdryer in the bathroom. Evening entertainment was great but also easily avoided if required. We also enjoyed the selection of pools and meals on offer! Would highly recommend this hotel."
Susannah 7-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
JAZ Elite Aurora
Tembo Kiwengwa Resort

Tembo Kiwengwa Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing, this hotel is good for families vacation also Muslim families. All food is HALAL, no alcohol allowed. Clean, friendly stuff and excellent activities Please come and enjoy in zanzibar"
Abubakar 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Tembo Kiwengwa Resort
Ycona Luxury Resort

Ycona Luxury Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Lovly"
Salah 5-night trip
Posted 6 months ago
Ycona Luxury Resort

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