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Our top choices for Zanzibar 5-star hotels

Boating

The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive

The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive
5.0 star property
Matemwe
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (223 reviews)
"The staff were great, rooms were clean, the surrounding area was nice."
United States
Arshi
The price is Rp5.476.554
Rp7.133.616 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive
Aerial view

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Kiwengwa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (267 reviews)
"Great time! Staff, food, and overall property were amazing. Will highly recommend it to anyone."
United States
Houssay
The price is Rp3.238.942
Rp4.291.885 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Zuri Zanzibar

Zuri Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Kendwa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (122 reviews)
"Beautiful, serene property. Very private. Staff were amazing and went well above and beyond!"
United States
Kiabi
The price is Rp14.457.660
Rp14.635.710 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Zuri Zanzibar
Honeymoon Suite | View from room

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel
5.0 star property
Stone Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (251 reviews)
"Very nice and helpful staff. "
United States
Lucas
The price is Rp6.423.734
Rp8.336.122 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Aerial view

Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only
5.0 star property
Nungwi
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (27 reviews)
"Great property and super friendly staff "
United States
Sam
The price is Rp5.892.872
Rp7.719.750 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only
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, (738 reviews)
"Exceptional service and responsiveness; Khadijah at the front desk in the Riu Class section took care of us for the whole week. We enjoyed all of the select restaurants, and even ventured to Stone Town. It was my wife’s birthday present, and boy was she overjoyed. We will definitely be back."
United States
David
Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas

Ycona Luxury Resort

Ycona Luxury Resort
5.0 star property
Uroa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (31 reviews)
"Very helpful staff, fabulous facilities, good food"
United Kingdom
Shannon
The price is Rp6.563.768
Rp8.578.704 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Ycona Luxury Resort
The Level 2 bedroom Ocean Villa | Beach/ocean view

Melia Zanzibar

Melia Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Kiwengwa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (278 reviews)
"Lush, beautiful property and outstanding service."
United States
Alma
The price is Rp6.825.191
Rp9.228.262 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Melia Zanzibar
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Stone Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (277 reviews)
"It was an amazing experience the best hotel in stone town "
United States
Gerald
The price is Rp6.526.747
Rp8.502.959 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Exterior

Essque Zalu Zanzibar

Essque Zalu Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Nungwi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (143 reviews)
"Amenities, friendly staff and the spacious rooms "
United States
Kavitha
The price is Rp3.177.272
Rp5.030.804 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Essque Zalu Zanzibar
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar

The Residence Zanzibar

The Residence Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Kizimkazi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (210 reviews)
"Very nice villas. Friendly staff. Facilities Nice and Calm atmosphere. Low tides dominated the day time but we know this before coming. Two of us Got sick from ice cream with travellers diarréa as a consequece, staff shoul have better hygiene routines."
United States
robert
The price is Rp7.527.218
Rp9.812.871 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
The Residence Zanzibar
On the beach, white sand

LUX Marijani Zanzibar

LUX Marijani Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Pwani Mchangani
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (107 reviews)
"We loved this resort!"
United States
Brionne
The price is Rp3.079.490
Rp4.088.918 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jun - 12 Jun
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, (100 reviews)
"The room was nice and spotless and the staff was friendly and corteous!"
United States
Nataliya
The price is Rp2.893.695
Rp3.852.997 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
Honeymoon Villa with private 24 hours butler | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar

Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Kizimkazi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (201 reviews)
"Kind and very helpful staff "
Sweden
Marcello
The price is Rp2.465.523
Rp3.333.975 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jun - 20 Jun
Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar
View from property

Sea Cliff Resort & Spa

Sea Cliff Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Mangapwani
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (232 reviews)
"Staff were amazing very polite and courteous. They were very attentive. I would recommend this resort and would definitely return again"
Canada
rosemeena
The price is Rp4.890.859
Rp6.957.210 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Sea Cliff Resort & Spa
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, (316 reviews)
"My room was breathtaking, staff was attentive, I had one of the best view overlooking the ocean "
United States
Kaywana
The price is Rp3.897.269
Rp5.166.619 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa
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, (76 reviews)
"Yes did enjoy the pool and the oceanview was awesome.will definitely go there again."
United Kingdom
pardon
The price is Rp4.162.070
Rp5.505.482 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection
Aerial view

Bawe Island Zanzibar

Bawe Island Zanzibar
5.0 star property
Bawe Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"An amazing stay at a beautiful place. Truly a paradise. Our assigned butler, Anwar, just made the whole stay that much more wonderful. "
Portugal
MIGUEL VEMBA
The price is Rp11.379.718
Rp14.915.250 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Bawe Island Zanzibar
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
The price is Rp17.868.926
Rp23.050.260 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
SafiraBlu Luxury Resort & Villas
Ocean Access Villas (with private pool) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Zanzi Resort

Zanzi Resort
5.0 star property
Kama
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (155 reviews)
"I have traveled extensively, and stayed at many great hotels/resorts, and this is probably the best I have ever stayed at. Amazing villa with plunge pool, dinner and location with animals abounding. Wonderful food, accommodating staff and just an amazing property. At a very reasonable price."
United States
fred
The price is Rp8.097.355
Rp10.462.038 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Zanzi Resort
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Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel

Forodhani Street Zanzibar Town
The price is Rp1.776.435 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
Rp1.776.435
Rp2.434.076 total
11 Jun - 12 Jun
includes taxes & fees
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Top Zanzibar Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel and room are spotless, and the staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. They offer a wide variety of breakfast options, and the spa is simply amazing. We also thoroughly enjoyed the restaurant, which serves delicious food and has an impressive selection of wine labels."
Antonio 6-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Hotel Riu Palace Swahili - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 5-star hotels in Zanzibar?
Based on reviews from our customers, Kisiwa House, Park Hyatt Zanzibar and Zanzibar Serena Hotel in Zanzibar Town are among the most outstanding 5-star hotels around Zanzibar. From their location to their services and amenities, everything about these opulent stays is designed to exceed your expectations.
How much does it cost to stay in a 5-star hotel in Zanzibar?
How much you pay for a 5-star hotel in Zanzibar can vary depending on when you want to travel and how long you plan to be away, among other factors. Take advantage of our price per night filter and other search tools to find the best rate on a high-end stay.

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What makes a hotel 5 stars in Zanzibar?
From high-end restaurants and 24-hour gyms to pools and luxury bedding, the 5-star experience in Zanzibar is all about luxury and comfort. But it takes more than just upscale conveniences to earn a 5-star rating. Hotels also have to deliver superb services like in-room massages, on-site laundry and 24-hour concierge services.