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Tonight
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Tomorrow
27 Oct - 28 Oct
This weekend
30 Oct - 1 Nov
Next weekend
6 Nov - 8 Nov

Our top choices for Zanzibar 5-star hotels

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 multi-story hotel with balconies overlooking a beach and ocean.
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
Jesus
Rp7.632.778
Rp8.958.133 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
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 poolside dining area with tables set for guests, surrounded by palm trees and string lights.
A beach scene with a hammock, thatched-roof huts, and palm trees.

2. TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
Kiwengwa
Canada
Narina
Rp3.928.863
Rp4.698.992 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a wooden table with snacks, and a view of the ocean.
A spacious outdoor lounge area with a bar, comfortable seating, and a view of the beach.
A water park with multiple slides and water features, surrounded by a pool.
A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

3. Iberostar Selection Zanzibar – All-Inclusive

Iberostar Selection Zanzibar – All-Inclusive
Matemwe
Rp5.069.975
Rp6.011.342 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Iberostar Selection Zanzibar – All-Inclusive
A wooden deck with a hammock, chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A beach with a wooden boat and a lounge chair with a cushion.
A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows with ocean views, and traditional wooden lattice window frames.
A spacious lobby with high wooden ceilings and intricate woodwork. There is a staircase leading to an upper level, and a reception desk with a computer and a red sign.

4. Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Stone Town
Belgium
Antonio
Rp5.433.433
Rp6.429.248 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, beach, and ocean views.
A beach with clear turquoise water, a boat in the distance, and several beach umbrellas and lounge chairs.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the ocean.
A spacious bedroom with a canopy bed, a sitting area with a chair and table, and a view of greenery outside.

5. Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive
Nungwi
United States
Ella
Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive
A multi-story building with arched windows and balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and potted plants.
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.
An interior with high ceilings, arched doorways, and hanging chandeliers.

6. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Stone Town
Canada
Possenta C
Rp6.210.087
Rp7.358.560 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
A wooden overwater villa with a thatched roof, a pool, and a view of the ocean.
A floating hotel with overwater bungalows, each with a thatched roof and a deck with lounge chairs.
An overwater bungalows with wooden deck seating and thatched roofs, connected by a wooden walkway over clear blue water.
An aerial view of a beach with clear turquoise waters, a wooden pier, and white beach umbrellas.

7. Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE

Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE
Kizimkazi
Canada
Phina
Rp3.366.643
Rp4.086.106 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE
A resort with a large pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
A resort with a pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area.
A beach with a thatched-roof structure, a palm tree, and a clear view of the ocean.
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8. Ycona Luxury Resort

Ycona Luxury Resort
Uroa
Australia
Mark
Rp6.065.630
Rp7.213.495 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Ycona Luxury Resort
A wooden staircase leading to a beach with palm trees and a clear view of the ocean.
A large rectangular swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and thatched-roof huts.
A beachside bar with a pool, palm trees, and thatched umbrellas.
An aerial view of a resort with thatched-roof cottages, lush greenery, and a swimming pool.

9. Zuri Zanzibar

Zuri Zanzibar
Kendwa
United States
Anonymous traveller
Rp16.778.240
Rp16.959.040 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Zuri Zanzibar
A wooden deck with a pool, lounge chairs, and a thatched roof structure overlooking a turquoise sea.
A spacious room with a large window offering a view of the sea, a white bathtub, and a wooden ceiling.
A beach scene with a palm tree and two wooden lounge chairs under a thatched roof.
A wooden deck with lounge chairs and a table overlooking a beach and ocean.

10. Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa

Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa
Michamvi
United States
Tara
Rp3.320.470
Rp4.032.545 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa
A beach with white sand, palm trees, and thatched umbrellas.
A rooftop terrace with white furniture, palm trees, and a view of the beach and ocean.
A resort with a beach view, palm trees, and a pathway leading to the beach.
A resort with a swimming pool, beach, and palm trees.

11. Tembo Kiwengwa Resort

Tembo Kiwengwa Resort
Kiwengwa
United States
Marshiene
Rp3.107.600
Rp3.754.540 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Tembo Kiwengwa Resort
A resort with thatched-roof buildings, a pool, and a wooden bridge over clear water.
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.
A beach with white lounge chairs and a wooden deck.

12. Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar

Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar
Kizimkazi
Canada
Melissa
Rp1.745.655
Rp2.205.760 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar
A beach with two wooden lounge chairs and a small table, surrounded by palm trees and overlooking the ocean.
A wooden deck with two chairs and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and the ocean.
A pool area with lounge chairs, a white archway, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A resort with multiple buildings, a stone staircase, and lush tropical vegetation.

13. Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa

Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa
Kiwengwa
Australia
David
Rp4.282.602
Rp5.105.792 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa
A resort with multiple swimming pools, sun loungers, and umbrellas, overlooking a clear blue sea and a distant island.
A well-lit pathway leading to a building with multiple balconies and a covered area, surrounded by lush greenery.
A resort with a large building, palm trees, and a sandy area.
An aerial view of a tropical island with clear turquoise waters, a small boat, and a white sandy beach.

14. The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive

The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive
Matemwe
United States
LaToria Williams
Rp7.593.600
Rp8.913.440 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive
A wooden deck with a pool overlooking the sea, lounge chairs, and a stone wall.
A room with a large glass door leading to a balcony overlooking a beach.
A bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a view of the ocean, and a balcony with a chair.
A beachfront property with thatched-roof cottages, lush greenery, and a rocky cliffside.

15. Melia Zanzibar

Melia Zanzibar
Kiwengwa
United States
Carol
Rp8.738.606
Rp10.667.127 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Melia Zanzibar
A pool area with lounge chairs and a curved pool, surrounded by palm trees and a beach view.
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 spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central seating area with a round table and chairs.
A resort pool with a wooden bridge, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

16. JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+

JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+
Uroa
United Kingdom
HAZEL
Rp4.551.278
Rp5.460.283 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
JAZ Amaluna - Adults Only 16+
A resort with a clear blue pool, thatched-roof villas, and a wooden pier.
A room with a bed, a chair, a window with a view, and curtains.
A pathway leading through a lush garden with palm trees and red flowers, surrounded by white buildings with thatched roofs.
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a wooden deck, and a view of the sea and a pier.

17. Essque Zalu Zanzibar

Essque Zalu Zanzibar
Nungwi
Singapore
Sean
Rp4.283.930
Rp5.107.319 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Essque Zalu Zanzibar
A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, palm trees, and a building with a tiled roof.
An aerial view of a resort with multiple villas, a central swimming pool, and surrounding lush greenery.
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.

18. The Residence Zanzibar

The Residence Zanzibar
Kizimkazi
United States
Timothy
Rp9.024.274
Rp10.648.958 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Residence Zanzibar
A beach with white sand, palm trees, and a sailboat.
A spacious restaurant with tables and chairs arranged for dining, large windows offering a view of the ocean, and a modern ceiling design.
A deck with wooden furniture overlooking a beach and ocean.
A pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

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

Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa - Premium All Inclusive
Uroa
Canada
james
Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa - Premium All Inclusive
A resort with a large pool, white architecture, and palm trees.
A grand lobby with a large ornate chandelier, a central fountain, and a balcony with a railing.
A covered outdoor seating area with a view of the ocean, featuring white columns and arches, and a tiled floor.
A white building with multiple balconies and a central dome.

20. Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel

Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
Zanzibar Town
United States
Murtaza
Rp3.615.466
Rp4.338.586 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
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Hotel Riu Palace Swahili – All Inclusive – Adults Only

Hotel Riu Palace Swahili – All Inclusive – Adults Only

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel. Had all The amenities from an all inclusive . The room was great. All amenities are incredible , the pool and the buffet were great. I preferred the buffet over the signature restaurants. The beach access was great and the beach in front of the hotel is amazing,."
Josu 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hotel Riu Palace Swahili – All Inclusive – Adults Only
Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely first class holiday and resort. Food was exceptionally good, both in the a La Carte restaurants and the buffet, grounds were immaculate, staff were friendly and warm. The pool areas and raised beach were fabulous. If you had a question or needed help with something, dial 9 and reception staff sorted it without ever needing to leave your room. Without doubt one of our best holidays ever and we will be going back next year without a doubt. The only note of caution would relate to disabled or elderly clients, the resort is well advertised as large and sprawling and dotted around a hillside, so walking about for some might be difficult. We loved with Island and would rate this holiday overall as a 10/10!"
Barry Kenneth 14-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive
Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE

Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE

10/10 Excellent
"We had the most amazing honeymoon stay at Kwanza Resort! ❤️ From start to finish, everything was absolutely perfect and made our honeymoon so special and memorable. The resort was beautiful, the atmosphere was relaxing, and the service was exceptional. All the staff were so kind, welcoming and attentive, always making sure we were comfortable and well looked after. Their warmth and hospitality really made a difference to our experience. A special mention to the beautiful honeymoon and birthday decorations! 🥹❤️ They were so pretty and thoughtfully done, making our stay feel even more special. It was such a lovely touch and made our celebrations extra memorable. As someone who is vegetarian, I was especially pleased with the variety of vegan and vegetarian food options available. There was a great selection of delicious food, and it was wonderful to have options to enjoy throughout our stay. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to celebrate the beginning of our married life together. Thank you to the entire Kwanza Resort team for making our honeymoon so unforgettable. We made such beautiful memories here and would absolutely recommend this resort to anyone looking for a romantic getaway! 🌴✨ **Thank you, Kwanza Resort, for making our honeymoon so amazing! We would love to come back again!** ❤️"
Swarathmiha 7-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE
Ycona Luxury Resort

Ycona Luxury Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Very beautiful property. Everyone was overly nice. They helped me everyday and I appreciate it."
Melanie 3-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
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8/10 Good
"Rooms were clean but had misty smell and little small rooms"
Gita 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
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