Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel

4.0 star property
Beachside hotel to enjoy outdoor pool and white sand beach

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Front of property
Rooftop bar, ocean views
View from room
Exterior
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Nungwi Beach, Zanzibar, Nungwi
  • Place, Nungwi Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Nungwi Natural Aquarium
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Kendwa Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Z Hotel Garden View Twin Room Ground Floor

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Garden view

Z Hotel Sea View Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Sea view

Z Hotel The Ocean Front Cottage

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Sea view

Z Hotel Rooftop Suite Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Sea view

Z Hotel The Z Suite Sea View

  • 1291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Ocean view

Z Hotel Garden View Triple Room Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Garden view

Z Hotel Garden View Queen Room 1st Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Garden view

Z Hotel Garden View Twin Room 1st Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Garden view

Z Hotel, Garden View Queen Room, Reduced View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Z2 Hotel Double Room with Pool View 1st Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Z2 Hotel Twin Room with Pool View 1st Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Z2 Hotel Double Room with Pool View 2nd Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Z2 Hotel Twin Room with Pool View 2nd Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Z2 Hotel Double Room with Pool View 3rd Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Z2 Hotel, Rooftop Suite partial Sea View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Partial ocean view

Z2 Hotel, Rooftop Suite Full Sea View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Ocean view

Z Hotel Garden View Queen Room Ground Floor

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Garden view

Z Hotel Sea View Queen Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Sea view

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About the neighborhood

Nungwi

Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel places you next to Nungwi Beach and within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular attractions like Kendwa Beach. This 40-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with 2 restaurants, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Nungwi Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Kendwa Beach - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 51 min drive - 20.8 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tam Tam Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Makofi Pizza Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Corner - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fish Market Local Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sexy Fish - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel

Beachside hotel to enjoy outdoor pool and white sand beach
At Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel, guests enjoy a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a gym. Airport transportation is made easy with a shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) for USD 65 per vehicle. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this beach hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a library, and a terrace.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets. Other standard amenities include balconies, refrigerators, and minibars.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

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

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Cinnamon Cocktail Bar
  • Saruche
  • the Rooftops Bar
  • Z Cafe

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • 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

Outdoors

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

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 3 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2008
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Deposit is payable by credit card, Direct Pay Online, or by bank transfer and is due at the time of booking the reservation.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 16 and younger (only guests older than 16 are allowed)

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
  • Resort fee (December 22 - January 06): USD 40 per accommodation, per night
  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

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 65 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 5)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent

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 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals, you can take advantage of the airport pick-up service (fees apply).

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 credit card for incidental charges and 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. 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:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Z Hotel Nungwi
Z Nungwi
The Z Hotel Zanzibar Nungwi
The Z Hotel Hotel
The Z Hotel Nungwi
The Z Hotel Hotel Nungwi

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel?

This hotel is located in Nungwi, just steps from Nungwi Beach. You'll also find Kendwa Beach and Nungwi Natural Aquarium within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Is a spa located at Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, couples treatments, and aromatherapy.

Does Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel have a casino?

No, Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel?

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

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and an ocean-view restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel?

Yes, every guestroom at Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean or garden views.

Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 320 out of 444 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 444 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 444 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 444 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 444 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Adib

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pros: Rooms are very clean and A/C keeps room very cool. Very good spot, close to most thing in town. Pools are really nice. Cons: Long stairs, no elevators. My “pool view balcony” overlooked an ugly rooftop of the restaurant. The restaurant staff was extremely slow, I had to get up and bring things myself after asking multiple times. Access to the beach requires walking out of the hotel and going into a long tight driveway where taxi drivers drove way too fast in and we had to squeeze ourselves between trees. The spa staff was pretty much just sitting around on the couch when we entered but they said they were too busy to take us. Although the security did a good job keeping loitering away from guests, it was very annoying sitting by or going to the beach. Shower is too small for the bathroom, needs to be either bigger or a door needs to be added, since every time we took a shower half of the bathroom floor got wet.
Z2 hotel pool. Nice, but I almost never seen anybody there, due to very little sun and far from beach
Z1 hotel pool
“Pool view” balcony
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Nolan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is amazing and the food at the Chinammon was delicious; however, I can’t recommend this resort based on the horrible internet service, annoying beach boys trying to sell you stuff on the private beach, and the brief, intermittent power outages throughout the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

VAIBHAVI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Janie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Pros: gym facility, free breakfast, reasonable hotel restaurants and room service. House keeping is excellent, okay wifi, decent AC unit, the beach is beautiful, but VERY BUSY AND NOISY. Cons: the power went out maybe 5x a day, morning and night. The beach isn't private, so there will be A LOT of sellers walking up to you and unfortunately you will be harassed constantly. I made friends with one of the Masai beach boys, but that doesn't stop others from walking up to you every few minutes. The security does their best, but sometimes the beach boys even sneak into the hotel grounds at night.
View of the beach front
View of the beach from Cinnamon
View of the beach from Cinnamon
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location and amenities. Please note Z and Z2 are separate. Z is the one with most of the amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Said

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
La chambre est propre. Le personnels sont conviviales est gentils . La restauration est top vous avez un tres bon chef
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel had absolutely everything I could ask for! My only comment would be to make the distinction between Z and Z2 a bit clearer so travelers know exactly what they’re booking. Otherwise, everything was perfect. The staff were outstanding—friendly, professional, and always eager to help. The private beach with access to the public beach offered the best of both worlds, and the on-site restaurants were amazing with delicious menus. Breakfast was convenient and definitely worth it, though you can also order from a menu if you’d like something different. The rooms were spacious, spotless, and beautifully maintained. The entire property is truly out of this world. 10/10 highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marla K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved Winnie & Allen were super nice. The “bar man” was awesome and the cocktails were TOP TIER❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Uzma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was amazing. Room was very clean and tidy. Made our stay very memorable and we had an amazing time. We will defo visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manish, Watford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, breakfast is great and the facilities like pool, gym etc are awesome The staff was very friendly and helpful … best hotel to stay in Zanzibar Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely hotel, had an amazing stay the whole time and luckily the food at the hotel is amazing best food I had while I was there!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Z-Suite and it was absolutely amazing. I think it was the nicest hotel we have ever stayed at. The gym was better equipped than any hotel gym I've seen, the spa treatments were lovely and reasonably priced, and we enjoyed all 3 restaurants. It is centrally located in Nungwi and there is lots to explore in the area (note that this is about 1.5 hour drive from airport). Whoever decorated this hotel should get an award, as the attention to detail from the lamps to the artwork to the wallpaper was impeccable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ozgur Haydar

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great decor! Brand new wing is lovely but note is separate to the main hotel. Excellent breakfast. Very honest staff. The hotel tours team v high std and good value for Dhow and snorklong trips. Spa appraently good but disaapintingly hard to book.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nelli

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the best beach in Zanzibar. If possible, we would recommend separating the swimming area from the boats for added safety and comfort.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

ADEBAYO

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

Urgent

Merci
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie Anne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10/10 OMG literally the best resort I have ever visited! Everything is top tier, the level of customer service and attention to detail is unreal. Worth every penny! I will surely be back and recommend to anyone visiting Zanzibar :)
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tuyen, Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The two standouts of the Z Hotel were the friendly and gracious staff (shout out to Emiliana and Latifa), and the superb seafood restaurant Sexy Fish. I ate there twice and on both occasions the recommendations were spot on. The free breakfast buffet was also excellent. Very cool interior design, with liberal use of tropical themed wallpaper mixed with African fabrics in common areas and guest rooms. Very nice infinity pool overlooking the beach. There are lounge chairs by the pool and on the beach for hotel guests. The beach itself is the classic powdered sugar sand and warm aquamarine water, though at times felt a bit congested because of the restaurant projecting out from the hotel on one side of the beach, the small boats anchored in the water, and the traffic of jet skis and horse rides in the water. It's a nice stroll along the beach, but be prepared to deal with locals hawking souvenirs and tours. I found them friendly and not overly aggressive. If you're looking to buy souvenirs, the hotel is walking distance to a bunch of shops. There are also other restaurants within walking distance if you want to sample food other than what the hotel offers.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

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

A Perfect Solo Getaway

I recently stayed at The Z Hotel Zanzibar as a solo female traveler, and I can’t recommend it enough! From the moment I arrived, I felt completely welcomed and at ease. The staff were incredibly polite, attentive, and genuinely warm, making my stay feel personal. The food and drinks were delicious—fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Whether it was a leisurely breakfast overlooking the ocean or a cocktail at the rooftop bar at sunset, every meal felt like an experience in itself. The variety and quality were impressive, with something to suit every craving. The facilities were just as great. The pool area was pristine and perfect for unwinding, while the semi-private beach was just steps away, offering stunning turquoise waters and soft white sand. The hotel itself is beautifully designed, with a boutique feel that balances luxury with laid-back island vibes. Most importantly, I felt completely safe and secure throughout my stay. The staff were attentive without being intrusive, and the overall atmosphere was relaxed yet well-managed. As a solo traveler, this made all the difference—I could fully enjoy my time without any worries. Whether you're traveling alone, as a couple, or with friends, The Z Hotel is an absolute gem. I left feeling refreshed, grateful, and I am very much looking forward to visiting again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Z Hotel is a spectacular tropical Oasis in Zanzibar! The staff, especially Julia was fabulous, the grounds and decor were beautiful and the food was delicious! I would stay here everytime I would be lucky enough to visit Zanzibar and I will tell everyone I know not to look any further than Z Hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for three nights following our African Safari. We loved the property and would like to have stayed longer. The staff were delightful, the food was very good and our room with a sea views was on the small side but very comfortable with a good sized deck for all our lounging. We saw a number of properties along the beach and nothing compared to this lovely boutique style property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine, New York

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Looking around at the other Nungwi properties, I’m glad we chose to stay there. Very safe with security, amazing pool and the staff is beyond kind.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great resort and great friendly staff. A perfect place to enjoy and relax by the ocean for a few days.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024