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Swahili Zanzibar Villas

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Deluxe Apartment | Beach/ocean view

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Spa
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Zanzibar Central South, Jambiani, Unguja South Region
  • Place, Jambiani Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Paje Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Kuza Cave
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Twin Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Quadruple Room, Non Smoking, Pool View

  • 178 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Apartment | Beach/ocean view

Deluxe Apartment

  • 861 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 3 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Jambiani

Located within a leisurely stroll of Jambiani Beach, Swahili Zanzibar Villas is within a few miles (5 km) of Kuza Cave. This 13-room, 4.5-star hotel has private in-room pools along with 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 7 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Paje Beach - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Kuza Cave - 9 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Makunduchi Beach - 15 min drive - 9.7 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mr. Kahawa - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪B4 Beach Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jetty Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pompetti Restaurant of Zanzibar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pishi Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Swahili Zanzibar Villas

Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Swahili Zanzibar Villas features an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. There's free parking and a free beach shuttle. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with access to locker space, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this beach hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a kids' club, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Private pools, balconies, and private yards are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.
An indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool are on site.

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

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and hydrotherapy.

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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

  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Free beach club
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Private wine tours
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Shopping mall
  • Wine tasting room
  • Winery release events

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Beach toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool toys
  • Private plunge pool
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach umbrellas
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the beach
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private plunge pool

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee grinder
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Meal delivery service
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Spices

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

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

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

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 and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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: noon—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Swahili Zanzibar Villas ?

Swahili Zanzibar Villas provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Swahili Zanzibar Villas ?

As of Oct 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Swahili Zanzibar Villas on Oct 29, 2025 start from $153.09, excluding 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 is there to do around Swahili Zanzibar Villas ?

This hotel is located in Jambiani within a short 5-minute walk of Jambiani Beach. You'll also find Paje Beach and Kite Centre Zanzibar within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Swahili Zanzibar Villas ?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa at Swahili Zanzibar Villas ?

Spa services at the hotel include sports massages, prenatal massages, couples treatments, and reflexology.

Does Swahili Zanzibar Villas have a casino at the property?

No, Swahili Zanzibar Villas doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Swahili Zanzibar Villas ?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with an outdoor pool.

Is Swahili Zanzibar Villas a good place to stay for couples?

At this beachfront hotel, there are many amenities for couples, including a private pool and Champagne service in each guestroom with some featuring beach views.

Does Swahili Zanzibar Villas have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Swahili Zanzibar Villas feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Swahili Zanzibar Villas has 2 restaurants, and serves free buffet breakfast each morning.

Does Swahili Zanzibar Villas allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Swahili Zanzibar Villas .

Are there connecting rooms at Swahili Zanzibar Villas ?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How far is the airport from Swahili Zanzibar Villas ?

The closest major airport to Swahili Zanzibar Villas is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), which is about 23.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Swahili Zanzibar Villas ?

Yes, every guestroom at Swahili Zanzibar Villas comes with a balcony with some featuring beach or pool views.

Does Swahili Zanzibar Villas host weddings?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Swahili Zanzibar Villas .