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Bawe Island Zanzibar - The Leading Hotels Of The World

Property class: 5 and above
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A living room with a white sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a ceiling fan.
A wooden deck with lounge chairs and a thatched-roof structure.
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A boat on clear turquoise water near a sandy beach with overwater bungalows.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

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Bawe Island, Mjini District, Bawe Island, Mjini Magharibi Region, 2319
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Room options

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A spacious living room with a large bed, two white armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a television.

Sunrise Villa with Private Pool

  • Beach view
  • 2153 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A view from a room with a pool, looking out to a beach with a thatched umbrella and chairs.

Sunset Suite with Private Pool

  • Beach view
  • 2583 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Lagoon Suite with Private Pool

  • Beach view
  • 1830 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A poolside area with lounge chairs, a thatched-roof structure, and a large tree.

Two bedroom Zanzibar Villa with Private Pool

  • Beach view
  • 3337 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A resort with a pool, lounge chairs, and a thatched-roof building.

Three Bedroom Sultan Palace with Private Pool

  • Beach view
  • 5382 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Bawe Island

Bawe Island Zanzibar - The Leading Hotels Of The World places you within the area of popular sights such as Old Fort. This 70-room, 5-star resort has private in-room pools along with 3 restaurants and a full-service spa.
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Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lukmaan Restaurant
  • Maru Maru Terrace Restaurant
  • Livingstone Beach Restaurant
  • Beach House Restaurant
  • Zanzibar Coffeehouse

About this property

Bawe Island Zanzibar - The Leading Hotels Of The World

Bawe Island Zanzibar - The Leading Hotels Of The World features a full-service spa, karaoke, and an outdoor pool. Transportation is made easy with a ferry terminal shuttle. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and concierge services. Other amenities at this luxury resort include a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and an outdoor tennis court.
50-inch flat-screen TVs come with digital channels and first-run movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in Frette Italian sheets and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Private pools, 3 bathrooms, and balconies or patios are other standard amenities.
An outdoor tennis court, a health club, and complimentary bicycles are featured at the resort. In addition to an outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

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

Bawe Spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and sports massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Beach club
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat and paddles
  • Boat tours
  • Books
  • Canoeing
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fishing
  • Fitness classes
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Karaoke
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor padel court
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Paddleboard
  • Scuba diving
  • Surf lessons
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis lessons
  • Water sports equipment
  • Windsurfing
  • Wine tasting room

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Beach toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Free children's club
  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool toys
  • Private pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Picnic area
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Thalassotherapy

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Mosquito nets
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Day bed
  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Single sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 partially-open bathrooms
  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Children's slippers
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • First-run movies
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies
  • Private pool
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via boat and shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 250.0 per day

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 300
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 150 (from 2 to 11 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 300
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 150 (from 2 to 11 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 10.00 per person, per night
  • Administrative fee: USD 3 per person, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 250.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the resort at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

Are there all-inclusive rate plans at Bawe Island Zanzibar - The Leading Hotels Of The World?

Bawe Island Zanzibar - The Leading Hotels Of The World has all inclusive rates that come with all meals included.

How much does it cost to stay at Bawe Island Zanzibar - The Leading Hotels Of The World?

As of Oct 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bawe Island Zanzibar - The Leading Hotels Of The World on Oct 8, 2026 start from $1,156, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see near Bawe Island Zanzibar - The Leading Hotels Of The World?

This resort is located in Bawe Island within a short 16-minute walk of Prison Island. Zanzibar Ferry Terminal is also within a driving distance of 3.3 mi.

Is there a spa available at Bawe Island Zanzibar - The Leading Hotels Of The World?

Bawe Spa is the resort's spa and services include hot stone massages, prenatal massages, body wraps, and Ayurvedic treatments.

Does Bawe Island Zanzibar - The Leading Hotels Of The World feature a casino on the premises?

No, Bawe Island Zanzibar - The Leading Hotels Of The World doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Bawe Island Zanzibar - The Leading Hotels Of The World?

No, this resort doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

Does Bawe Island Zanzibar - The Leading Hotels Of The World have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Bawe Island Zanzibar - The Leading Hotels Of The World has 3 restaurants, and serves free buffet breakfast each morning.

Will Bawe Island Zanzibar - The Leading Hotels Of The World allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Bawe Island Zanzibar - The Leading Hotels Of The World.

Where is the closest airport to Bawe Island Zanzibar - The Leading Hotels Of The World?

The closest major airport to Bawe Island Zanzibar - The Leading Hotels Of The World is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), which is 4.9 mi away (19 minutes by car).

Bawe Island Zanzibar - The Leading Hotels Of The World Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An amazing stay

An amazing stay at a beautiful place. Truly a paradise. Our assigned butler, Anwar, just made the whole stay that much more wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked the place for a honeymoon, spent quite a considerable amount of money. The lagoon room we booked was absolutely amazing, loved this experience very much, scenery was immaculate. Was let down by the overall quality of everything else unfortunately. Just as a comparison to other all inclusive’s in Zanzibar which offered much more for a fraction of the price. Overall quality of the product to its value was poor all things considered. Would unlikely stay again. Some nice touches for sure like being greeted at the port. Staff are friendly and kind and try to accommodate but service feels like it’s new and a work in progress rather than a finished article. Menu for food isn’t very deep, quality was good on the whole but variety and quantity of the food and drinks was lacking. Simple requests like water bottles on our exit or fresh juices at breakfast not available some days, pastries running out. Some days the menu was restrictive and one day felt like we were given yesterday’s left overs. Gym, sport activities, bikes are included which was nice. Atmosphere and entertainment at meal times were a nice touch. Attempts were made to accommodate us and make the experience nice was appreciated such as the honeymoon welcome. Overall it’s feels marketed and priced as super luxury but on ground doesn’t meet those same standards, somehow feels as though you have to pay even more to get things that would otherwise be included in other places despite the higher cost.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is amazing. The restaurant needs improvement in terms of variety and quality of pastries, especially. Breakfast was just fine. Extra services are in my opinion, over priced.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Sehr freundliches Personal. Es war beeindruckend mit wie viel Leidenschaft gearbeitet wird und es dem Gast recht gemacht wird. Eine traumhaft schöne Insel, die zum entspannen einlädt. Dieser Ort würde ich jedem empfehlen!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024