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Here is a quick list of hotels in Zanzibar, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Garden Lodge |
8.0 / 10 (263 Reviews) |
From 36$ | |
| Kichanga Lodge |
8.6 / 10 (116 Reviews) |
From 205$ | |
| Rumaisa Hotel |
6.9 / 10 (222 Reviews) |
From 45$ | |
| Green And Blue Ocean Lodge |
8.1 / 10 (100 Reviews) |
From 224$ | |
| Baridi Villa |
9.0 / 10 (49 Reviews) |
From 86$ |
The magical island of Zanzibar in Tanzania is a destination that travellers flock to year after year, but why should they opt to stay in villas instead of hotels?
For one, villas offer guests an extra level of privacy. Whether you’re on a romantic getaway, honeymoon or a family vacation, villas offer tranquillity, seclusion and personalised service. Villas are often set in spacious compounds which provide peaceful, picturesque surroundings for a truly luxurious getaway experience.
Villas cater to a travelers' special needs and avoid the busy atmosphere of large hotels with numerous guests. Villas offer personalised attention from the guest's on-site staff and facilities, in addition to beautiful luxuries such as private pools, barbecue areas, and beach access. Travellers also have full access to their kitchen facilities, allowing them to enjoy home-cooked meals prepared in the comforts of their own private space.
Furthermore, staying in villas is often more budget friendly than other accommodation options, especially when travelling with a group of friends or family. With villas, you are no longer paying for one room but instead one private space which can accommodate everyone in one spot. This allows you to plan your own meal times, share your pool and beach activities with friends and family, plus save on food and transportation costs.
When it comes to travelling to Zanzibar in Tanzania, villas are the superior choice. Not only do they provide benefits such as privacy, personalised service and flexibility, but they also offer a budget-friendly option for groups travelling together. So why not make villas your accommodation of choice and really maximise your time spent in Zanzibar!.
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At Garden Lodge you'll be within just a 13-minute stroll of Hurumzi Street and close to Natural History Museum. The lodge features a terrace.
The venue is 1 km from the centre of Zanzibar and in vicinity of The Peace Memorial Museum. Nearby attractions include Nakupenda Beach, which is 10 minutes by car. Guests can try Indian dishes at Le Spices Rendez-Vous, set 650 metres away. You can get to Old Fort of Zanzibar in a few minutes by car. Kisauni airport is around a 10-minute drive away, and the accommodation lies within 900 metres of - Eastern side of the island bus station.
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Kichanga Lodge features a swimming pool to relax by. This property is located in Michamvi Kae, 2.9 km from Snorkellung blue lagoon.
The centre of Michamvi Kae is nearly 3 km from the venue. An own beach is just metres away. Kisauni airport is within 70 km.
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This Rumaisa Hotel is located not far from Darajani Market. Other facilities include a sundeck and a shared lounge.
St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral can be reached within 18 minutes' walk and Mnazi Mmoja in 23 minutes. The centre of Zanzibar is within 1 km of the property. Guests can dine in the café Zenji Cafe, which is about 400 metres away. Rumaisa Hotel also boasts its proximity to Malindi. The nearest airport is Kisauni, situated 10 km from the lodge.
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This villa offers accommodation in Zanzibar, around 10 minutes by car from Dada Zanzibar Production and Cooking Site and 3.8 km from Muyuni Beach.
You can get to Mnemba Island in a few minutes by car. Kisauni airport is approximately 60 km away.
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Baridi Villa
From 86$
Baridi Villa offers an accommodation within 48 minutes by car from Kisauni airport.
The venue is located in Kiwengwa Beach district, around 10 minutes by car from Kiwengwa Pongwe Forest and 3.1 km from Shooting Star Lodge. Mediterranean dishes and refreshments can be enjoyed in seafood restaurant Bahati Villa.
Hotels in Zanzibar
| Airport nearby 🛬 | Kisauni |
| Rating 🏅 | 39 |
| Zanzibar Hotels 🛎️ | 222 |
| Nearby Cities 🌇 | Mwana Kerekwe, Kibweni, Kianga |
| Min Price 💸 | 4$ |
| Best Price Hotel 🤑 | Garden Lodge |
| Family Hotel 👪 | Kichanga Lodge |
| Hotel with balcony 🌤️ | Rumaisa Hotel |
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Salhiya Lodge
From 50$
Salhiya Lodge is located within 2.5 km from Kidichi Spice Farms and a 5-minute walk away from Fuji Beach. This lodge also features Wi-Fi throughout the property.
You can get to Tangawizi Spice Farm in a few minutes by car. Kisauni airport is about 20 km away.
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Dreams Hotel Zanzibar
From 99$
Located just 10 minutes on foot from Malindi, Dreams Hotel Zanzibar offers accommodation with views of the patio. This property also includes a patio.
Maruhubi Historical Sites is approximately 10 minutes' drive away. The city centre of Zanzibar is 1 km away. You can taste fusion cuisine in Cafe Turquoise, located 12 minutes' stroll from Dreams Hotel Zanzibar. The country house offers accommodation near Livingstone House. The nearest airport is Kisauni airport, 10 km from the venue.
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Nanai Villa
From 130$
Nanai Villa offers an accommodation within 4 minutes by car from Kisauni airport.
The venue is situated in Zanzibar, around 5 km from Malindi and 4.5 km from Old Slave Market. The centre of Zanzibar is 5 km away from the villa. You can get to Mnazi Mmoja in a few minutes by car.
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Tamarind Tree Zanzibar
From 217$
Tamarind Tree Zanzibar Villa is situated within a 5-minute drive of Mbweni Ruins in Zanzibar and offers accommodation with a fully-fitted kitchen. Featuring pool views, the rooms come with a microwave oven, a fridge, and glassware as well as with access to a sunny patio.
The venue is 10 minutes' drive from Mnazi Mmoja. The centre of Zanzibar is 5 km away. You can get to The Peace Memorial Museum in a few minutes by car. Tamarind Tree Zanzibar Villa offers a beachfront accommodation within 10 minutes by car from Kisauni airport.
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Najma'S Villa
From 188$
Najma'S Venue is located 9 minutes' walk from Old Fort of Zanzibar and 6 minutes' walk away from St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral. Guests can avail of a Jacuzzi offered on site.
The accommodation is 1 km from the centre of Zanzibar and in vicinity of The Peace Memorial Museum. This villa is also set close to Old Slave Market. Restaurant Abyssinian Maritim Ethiopian Traditional Restaurant is within 450 metres away. You can get to Darajani in a few minutes by car. Najma'S Property is an 8-minute drive from Kisauni airport.
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Kwale House
From 86$
Kwale House Villa offers an accommodation within 4 minutes by car from Kisauni airport.
Darajani Market is a 10-minute drive away and Forodhani Park is within 5 km. Zanzibar city centre is 5 km away from the property. You can get to Christ Church in a few minutes by car.