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The Residence Zanzibar

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
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Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • All inclusive
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Mchangamle, Kizimkazi
  • Place, Mchangamble Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kizimkazi Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Paje Beach
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪73 min drive‬
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About the neighborhood

Kizimkazi

The Residence Zanzibar places you 18.4 mi (29.6 km) from Paje Beach. This 66-room, 5-star hotel has private in-room pools along with a full-service spa and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Mchangamble Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dimbani Beach - 15 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Kizimkazi Beach - 17 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Jambiani Beach - 32 min drive - 19.1 miles
  • Paje Beach - 39 min drive - 23.2 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪jumbo restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mnana Lodge - Bar - Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Dining room, The Residence - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sarabi - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Juice Bar - ‬14 min drive

About this property

The Residence Zanzibar

Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Guests of The Residence Zanzibar enjoy a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a gym. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 95 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with securing valuables, access to locker space, and concierge services. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and an outdoor tennis court.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, and slippers. Private pools, fireplaces, and furnished patios are other standard amenities.
An outdoor tennis court and complimentary bicycles are featured at the hotel. In addition to an outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

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

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 2 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Dining Room
  • The Pavilion

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Snorkeling
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Free children's club
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Private pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

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

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 66 buildings
  • Built in 2011
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Private pool

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

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:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 190
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 95 (from 3 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 190
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 95 (from 3 to 12 years old)
  • 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.

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 95 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Residence Zanzibar
Residence Zanzibar Hotel
Residence Zanzibar Hotel Kizimkazi
Residence Zanzibar Kizimkazi
Zanzibar Residence
The Residence Zanzibar Hotel Kizimkazi
The Residence Zanzibar Kizimkazi
The Residence Zanzibar Hotel
The Residence Zanzibar Kizimkazi
The Residence Zanzibar Hotel Kizimkazi

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Residence Zanzibar?

The Residence Zanzibar offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do around The Residence Zanzibar?

This hotel is located in Kizimkazi within a short 7-minute walk of Mchangamble Beach. You'll also find Kizimkazi Beach and Dimbani Beach nearby.

Will I be able to park at The Residence Zanzibar?

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

Is there a spa at The Residence Zanzibar?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include body wraps, massages, facials, and mani/pedis.

Does The Residence Zanzibar include a casino at the property?

No, The Residence Zanzibar doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Residence Zanzibar?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is The Residence Zanzibar good for couples?

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

Are there hot tubs at The Residence Zanzibar?

No, but guests can enjoy a steam room at this hotel.

Does The Residence Zanzibar have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Residence Zanzibar has 2 restaurants, and serves free buffet breakfast.

Does The Residence Zanzibar allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Residence Zanzibar.

Are there connecting rooms at The Residence Zanzibar?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to The Residence Zanzibar?

The closest major airport to The Residence Zanzibar is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), which is about 20.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Residence Zanzibar?

Yes, every guestroom at The Residence Zanzibar comes with a furnished patio with some featuring ocean or garden views.

Does The Residence Zanzibar have a wedding venue on site?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at The Residence Zanzibar if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

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