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Located In: Zanzibar

The Residence Zanzibar

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£2319 pp
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Overview
Accommodation
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All-inclusive
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Overview

Overview

Escape to The Residence Zanzibar, a 5-star villa-only sanctuary located on the outskirts of Kizimkazi Mkunguni village, in the southern region of this Tanzanian island. The sumptuous villas each feature a private plunge pool, an outdoor shower, an...

Escape to The Residence Zanzibar, a 5-star villa-only sanctuary located on the outskirts of Kizimkazi Mkunguni village, in the southern region of this Tanzanian island. The sumptuous villas each feature a private plunge pool, an outdoor shower, and premium room amenities, with some offering a beautiful view of the azure Indian Ocean. Guests can enjoy 3 delicious daily meals in The Dining Room or order a selection of snacks directly to your sunbed and treat your taste buds to a culinary journey across the Mediterranean, the Middle East and India at The Pavilion. Boasting a watersports centre, a tranquil spa, a fun-filled kids club, a cutting-edge fitness centre, as well as a variety of leisure facilities and activities, The Residence Zanzibar is ideal for a family retreat or a romantic escape.

How far is the nearest beach?

The Residence Zanzibar is next to a mile-long beach.

Distance from the airport

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is approximately 58km away from The Residence Zanzibar.

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Restaurant
Bar
Gym
Beach
Spa
Wifi
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Accommodation
Luxury Garden Pool Villa
  • Garden view
  • Private pool
  • Private deck with sun loungers, daybed, table and chairs
  • Bedroom with king-size bed
  • Mosquito nets
  • Large living room
  • Bathroom with freestanding bathtub and separate shower
  • Bathroom amenities
  • Private garden with outdoor shower
  • Television
  • Telephone
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Overhead fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee and tea-making facilities
  • Nespresso machine (upon request)
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe
  • Turndown service
  • Private butler service (upon request)
Luxury Ocean Front Pool Villa
  • Beachfront location
  • Private pool
  • Private deck with sun loungers, daybed, table and chairs
  • Bedroom with king-size bed
  • Mosquito nets
  • Large living room
  • Bathroom with freestanding bathtub and separate shower
  • Bathroom amenities
  • Private garden with outdoor shower
  • Television
  • Telephone
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Overhead fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee and tea-making facilities
  • Nespresso machine (upon request)
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe
  • Turndown service
  • Private butler service (upon request)
Prestige Ocean Front Pool Villa
  • Beachfront location
  • Private pool
  • Private deck with sun loungers, daybed, table and chairs
  • Bedroom with king-size bed
  • Mosquito nets
  • Large living room
  • Bathroom with freestanding bathtub and separate shower
  • Bathroom amenities
  • Outdoor shower
  • Television
  • Telephone
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Overhead fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee and tea-making facilities
  • Nespresso machine (upon request)
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe
  • Turndown service
  • Private butler service (upon request)
Frangipani Garden Pool Villa
  • Garden view
  • Private pool
  • Private deck with sun loungers, daybed, table and chairs
  • Master bedroom with king-size bed
  • Junior bedroom with twin-size beds
  • Mosquito nets
  • Large living room
  • 2 en-suite bathrooms with freestanding bathtubs and separate showers
  • Bathroom amenities
  • Private garden with outdoor shower
  • Television
  • Telephone
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Overhead fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee and tea-making facilities
  • Nespresso machine (upon request)
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe
  • Turndown service
  • Private butler service (upon request)
Frangipani Ocean Front Pool Villa
  • Beachfront location
  • Private pool
  • Private deck with sun loungers, daybed, table and chairs
  • Master bedroom with king-size bed
  • Junior bedroom with twin-size beds
  • Mosquito nets
  • Large living room
  • 2 en-suite bathrooms with freestanding bathtubs and separate showers
  • Bathroom amenities
  • Private garden with outdoor shower
  • Television
  • Telephone
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Overhead fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee and tea-making facilities
  • Nespresso machine (upon request)
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe
  • Turndown service
  • Private butler service (upon request)
Facilities

Facilities

  • Infinity pool
  • Restaurants
  • Bar
  • Fitness centre
  • Spa
  • Kids club
  • Floodlit tennis courts
  • Volleyball court
  • Motorised watersports (including diving, snorkelling, dolphin-watching trips, sandbank tour and sunset dhow/cruise)*
  • Complimentary non-motorised watersports (including catamarans, pedal boats, kayaking and marine walks)
  • Complimentary weekly yoga classes
  • Bocce ball
  • Beach soccer
  • Petting zoo and bird sanctuary
  • Pool deck with sun loungers and daybeds
  • Gardens
  • Boutique and gift shop
  • Concierge
  • Babysitting service
  • Bicycles or buggy with driver
  • Pressing service upon arrival (up to 2 complimentary pieces per person)
  • Business centre
  • Meeting spaces and services
  • Wedding and event services

*Please note that charges may apply to some activities and for the use of some facilities.

All-inclusive

All-inclusive

If you choose to go all-inclusive, the programme generally consists of breakfast, lunch and dinner, all buffet style, served in the main restaurant. During meals soft drinks, beer, water and wine are usually offered. Locally produced alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks like water, wine, soft drinks, beer and spirits are usually served throughout the day (except during meal times).

Please note that details, including times and benefits, may be subject to change without notice. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. You will be provided with full details of the all-inclusive programme on arrival at the hotel.

Dining

Dining

The Dining Room

  • International cuisine with a hint of local spice
  • Serves breakfast (7:30am to 10:30am), lunch (12:45pm to 3pm), and dinner (7:30pm to 10:30pm)
  • Dress code: Smart casual in the evening

The Pavilion

  • Indian, Arabic and Mediterranean-influenced cuisine
  • Serves dinner (7:30pm to 10:30pm)
  • Dress code: Smart casual

Beach and Poolside Dining

  • A selection of snacks available, delivered to your sun lounger
  • Serves lunch (12pm to 4pm)

24-hour in-villa dining and private dinners are also available.

Hotel Reviews
Google Logo 4.5 Google reviews (768)
Mireya Fernandez Velasco
We loved our stay at the Residence. The staff is super friendly and helpful. The rooms are very luxurious, with all the amenities you could ask for, including bikes to move around the hotel. We would have stayed here for ever! They also give you a catamaran ride for free, as well as paddle boarding and kayaking. Also, as we were on our honeymoon they gave us a complementary massage (so great!) and a romantic dinner by the beach. We recommend it for honey moons as it is very romantic! Thank you the residence staff for making us feel very welcomed!
Surbhi Huria
Don’t look beyond this hotel if you are a family travelling for the calm views of the turquoise hues. The hotel is spectacular. Super clean beach and beyond gorgeous property. We had an ocean front villa which was amazing. We travelled with our two year old son and the attention to detail the hotel had was something. They even put a booster seat on our bicycle so we can could move around the property with ease. The food and just super. It was my birthday so we spent the evening at the jetty bar. Overall one of the best stays I’ve had in Africa. Tip: choose to stay here towards the end of your trip and go all inclusive. You won’t be disappointed.
Rawan
Booked 2 private pool villas at the residence with my friends. The resort did not disappoint one bit! You honestly don't need to leave the resort since everything is included. Ahmad the receptionist was a great help and provided just the best service which helped make our stay even more comfortable. The rooms were fully equipped and super clean. Staff come to prepare the bed for you when the sun sets. Although the breakfast was continental it could have been slightly better with more options. Also tried the spa services which was also a great choice. They host dinner with a show I think every night which is a great experience for visitors. Would definitely recommend staying here and choosing the private villa and will definitely be visiting again.
Deborah Veevers
We loved the Residence - Villa and location are beautiful but it’s the staff that make it extra special. Our Villa cleaned daily by lovely caring staff and the Dinning Room Manager is rightly very proud of his exceptional team , we were treated to a candlelit dinner on the beach on our 40th wedding anniversary and waiters made us a cake and sang to us - such a memorable day. Thanks to everyone for looking after us especially Martha who made us feel special.
Paul Thomas
Beautiful hotel in amazing grounds. Rooms are amazing with large private pool and perfect sea views. Service top notch especially Ahmed in reception who was brilliant, perhaps We will see him in Syria one day! Food was good but breakfast could be better. Beach looks great but not good for swimming. Loved the bonfire and band at Sundown. This is a good solid 5 star resort in a remote but beautiful setting.
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BEST PRICE FROM Flight & Hotel
£1729pp
Aug 2025
£2319pp
Half Board
Sep 2025
£1989pp
Half Board
Oct 2025
£1809pp
Half Board
Nov 2025
£1729pp
Half Board
Dec 2025
£1819pp
Half Board
Jan 2026
£2149pp
Half Board
Feb 2026
£2149pp
Half Board
Mar 2026
£1939pp
Half Board
Apr 2026
£1909pp
Half Board
May 2026
£1909pp
Half Board
Jun 2026
£2049pp
Half Board
Jul 2026
£2489pp
Half Board

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