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Zuri Zanzibar

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
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3 restaurants, breakfast served
Exterior
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar, in-room safe
Luxury
5.0 star property
9.4

Exceptional

Luxury hotel near Kendwa Beach

Located close to Nungwi Beach, Zuri Zanzibar provides 2 beach bars, a poolside bar and a terrace. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beachfront dining and sunloungers. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a massage or a body treatment at Maua Spa, the on-site spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, children's meals and ocean views. The 24-hour health club offers yoga classes and fitness classes; other things to do include beach volleyball, boat tours and kayaking. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

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Off Nungwi Road, Kendwa, Unguja Kaskazini Region
  • Place, Kendwa Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Nungwi Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Kiwengwa Beach
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar, in-room safe

Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Garden View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Connecting Rooms, Garden View | Garden view

Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Connecting Rooms, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 132 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Kendwa

Located in Kendwa, Zuri Zanzibar is by the ocean, within a 15-minute drive of Nungwi Beach and Kendwa Beach. .This beach hotel is 16 mi (25.8 km) from Muyuni Beach and 17.9 mi (28.9 km) from Kiwengwa Beach.

What's nearby

  • Kendwa Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Nungwi Beach - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Muyuni Beach - 36 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 50 min drive - 31.6 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tam Tam Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Kendwa Rocks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪M&J Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kulinarium - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Promenade Main Restaurant - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Zuri Zanzibar

Zuri Zanzibar offers 56 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. 46-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour health club.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Maua Spa has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include body treatments and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 56 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and DVD players. Your Select Comfort bed comes with premium bedding. Rooms have private balconies or patios. 46-inch flat-screen televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages and body treatments. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including a 24-hour health club and an outdoor pool. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Grab a bite at Upendo Restaurant, one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. When you are in need of a refreshing drink, visit the poolside bar or one of 4 bars/lounges, or 2 beach bars.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Upendo Restaurant - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Peponi Bar - This bar overlooks the garden. Open daily.
Maisha Resto & Bar - Overlooking the ocean and pool, this restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Bahari Grill & Bar - This beachfront restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Dhow Bar - This bar is located on the beach. Open daily.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • 2 beach bars
  • 3 restaurants
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bahari Grill & Bar
  • Dhow Bar
  • Maisha Resto & Bar
  • Peponi Bar
  • Upendo Restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Beach volleyball
  • Boat tours
  • Canoeing
  • Fitness classes
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Paddleboard
  • Personal motorised watercraft
  • Water sports equipment
  • Windsurfing
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • DVD player
  • Free children's club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Built in 2018
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 46-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 95 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Zuri Zanzibar Hotel Kendwa
Zuri Zanzibar Hotel
Zuri Zanzibar Kendwa
Zuri Zanzibar Hotel
Zuri Zanzibar Kendwa
Zuri Zanzibar Hotel Kendwa

Zuri Zanzibar Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 120 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aida

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilia

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

YURI

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Donvé

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort grounds and facilities are excellent and it must be set on one of the most beautiful beaches on the island. Food was good- mostly buffet style- but outside of your meal plan the food and drinks are expensive in comparison to other places on the island (twice the price of what we paid at our first resort). The rooms are average size but have a lovely spacious patio with chairs and hammock. A sun lounger would have been a nice addition. The staff are super friendly but overall we found the resort to be quite impersonal which was a bit disappointing especially compared with the resort we stayed at for our first week. The resort is reportedly being sold and there are plans to build over the Spice Garden area. It will be interesting to see how this changes the ambience and crowdedness of the resort in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We chose Zuri for the second week of our honeymoon, as we wanted some luxury after a busy week on safari in Kenya and we were not dissappointed! This is truly one of the best hotels we have stayed at, from the beautiful rooms (we stayed in a standard bungalow), to the absolutely exceptional standard of food across all of fhe restaurant options at breakfast, lunch and dinner. The buffet breakfast is without doubt the best buffet breakfast we have experienced, a vast range of choices which change slightly day to day. We generally chose to eat a light lunch either on the beach or by the pool each day, the standard of which was also excellent. We ate at both the buffet dinner and also at the A L Carte, both of which were fantastic. We also chose to book the "Romantic dinner" on the beach for our last night which was also a wonderful private dining experience. We also booked a couples massage at the spa which was very enjoyable. The hotel offers 2 daily wellness sessions included with all boards basis, we took part in the yoga sessions which was a lovely way to start the day, as well as making use of the gym. We also went on the "spice tour", a tour of the Zuri spice garden, which was very interesting. Both the private beach and pool area were absolutely beautiful, with more than enough sun beds for the guests. Finally, the level of service from every single member if staff was exceptional, everyone was extremely attentive and very friendly. We would definitely book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning property and gardens, and the service was incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg L

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Paradise on earth

What you want in a lodge and more! The experience was prefect! The staff made you feel like the place was built just for you! The food was first class and pretty fancy! If I ever need just need a time to unwind and relax it will be here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Norah

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The resort is so beautiful and located on one of the best beach fronts of Zanzibar however, the service was terrible one of the worst check in/out experiences they are very slow and made so many mistakes in our bill we had to spend 45min during check out. The rooms cleaning are not really good and I had to go back to them several times to re do the work. The food is below average .. its really a shame that services were not up to the standards of this beautiful property
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vongai

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place exudes luxury everywhere! Absolutely loved the moon shower experience with no fear of being exposed as the villa is all engulfed in a vegetation facade! The room itself is carefully laid out in a very thoughtful way with an air con system that flows through the bed for a slumber I didn’t want to get out of! The bedding was exquisite! It has a very spacious balcony with a hammock and some chairs. I got to be transported for meals in a buggey! I felt like royalty! I didn’t want to leave the villa honestly but had to grudgingly! Will definitely go back without even a thought! The place is to die for!!!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Flight Centre South Afric

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Jordaan's making the Rounds

Amazing services added to the property. Eco friendly. Beach amazing. Just when we asked for milk to the room they did not bring it. Food is not that great at the buffet restaurant. Gym is not a gym, some outdoor park that needs work. Security is great at the beach. Service with drinks are great. Evening sunset experience is fantastic. Resort and room and plantation is to die for. My favorite beach in Zanzibar.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place & location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms and property are beautiful and every staff member was super friendly and attentive. The only downside is if you leave the property and take a walk on the beach you are hounded by people trying to sell you crap. One guy literally followed me for miles. I would go back in a heartbeat but wouldn’t leave the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth, Cincinnati

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was EXACTLY as it appeared on the website. Beautiful grounds, including the spice garden. HUGE bungalows and being surrounded by beautiful foliage. Clean beach and easy access to the ocean. Great staff. Two blue monkeys resident in the trees. GIANT African snails all over. The food was so good. Menus changed often and I was there for one week. Accommodating staff make arrangements to see things away from the property such as tours of Jozani Forest, Stone Town and Prison Island to see the giant tortoises.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overall a gem but not the paradise it could be.

Top quality result with understated but top quality accommodation, excellent food and outstanding customer service from all members of the team. I could not rate it overall a top score because one element spoilt the total experience for us. The beach is white sand, with clear waters, but certainly not relaxing much of the time. With good reason the beach is not private. Given that it is one of the best on the island, therefore there are a lot of passing visitors. The hotel does restrict them from coming in to the property. The issue is the conveyor belt of hawkers trying to sell. They stand looking at the guests on the sunbeams, and as soon as you go for a swim, pounce on you. Add to this, impromptu african dance routines (again looking for tips), and jet skis. A great beach for people watching, but not the best a lot of the time for total relaxation and to enjoy the beauty. Not, I would stress the hotels fault. We felt that the whole threat of over tourism is a big problem on the island and needs to be addressed urgently by the Government.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, delicious food, great service, and an absolutely perfect beach. It was an ideal place to relax for a few days after safari.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Absar

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Calvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023