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Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

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

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Deluxe Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Zanzibar, Paje, Unguja South
  • Place, Jambiani Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Paje Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Maalum Cave Pool
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room | Terrace/patio

Deluxe Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Paje

Jambiani Beach is a short stroll from Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World, and other popular attractions like Paje Beach are within a mile (2 km). This 5-star hotel has 14 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, a private beach, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Paje Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Maalum Cave Pool - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 1 min drive - 0.0 miles
  • Swahili Cave - 8 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mapacha - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Shanga Paje - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mr. Kahawa - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kiddo’s Rooftop Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪African Bbq - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Guests staying at Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World enjoy access to a private beach, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle for a fee. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with securing valuables and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach hotel include laundry facilities and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, bidets, and slippers. Electric kettles and laptop-compatible safes are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach and an outdoor pool.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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: TZS 12373.85 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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). 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.
  • 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. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Amani Boutique Hotel
Amani Boutique Hotel Small Luxury Hotels of the World
Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Paje
Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

This hotel is located in Paje, a short 10-minute walk from Jambiani Beach and also 17 minutes on foot from Paje Beach. You'll also find Kite Centre Zanzibar and Kuza Cave within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

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

Is a spa located at Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

Spa services at the hotel include massages.

Does Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World feature a casino at the property?

No, Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

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

Is Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a private beach, a beach bar, and an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

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

Does Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Does Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

The closest major airport to Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), which is about 22.2 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall property and staff was amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole staff at Amani strive to make your time there perfect! The food is delicious, and there are thoughtful small touches throughout the day. I would definitely recommend this hotel- and would eagerly come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

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

Wonderful hotel with best-in-class staff

We had an amazing stay at the Amani! The hotel is a perfect place for an adults-only, quiet, relaxing stay. The location was a bit outside of Paje (20 minute walk along the beach), and there were limited options for dining because of the location, but dinner is included so that meant we had a quiet, delicious dinner every night. The view of the pool, grounds, and beautiful beach were beautiful. There were lounges chairs on the beach and pool and enough for every guest - a first for us! The only downside was the large construction project next door. It didn't really affect us, but we talked to several guests who were placed in rooms with a view of the construction and a jack hammer pounding all day long. They were equally frustrated that they had not been informed in advance. Also, the hotel lists itself as a 5-star hotel. It is not, though it is certainly very nice. What really sets the Amani apart is the incredible staff. We felt pampered as if we were in a typical 5-star hotel. In particular, Hamad helped us unwind and relax from the moment we arrived until we left; Alfred was amazing with his attentiveness and constant joy; Robert never stopped anticipating what we might want or need next. We highly recommend this hotel, though you'd probably want to check in advance to make sure you have a room that is not facing the project next door (it looks like many months of work left ahead). Thank you Amani team for a wonderful 8 days! We can wait to return.
Lobby
Welcome drink
Room
Beach lounge area
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff made our 5 night stay special! Food was delicious and this small, boutique resort was intimate yet private. Very clean and serene environment. Most comfortable beach loungers I’ve ever had!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tanit

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie, Hook

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A truly wonderful hotel that stands out for its friendly family feel customer service and its variety and standard of food that has so many choices for vegetarians during the 4 course meal every night. The rooms are tastefully decorated with good aircon and mosquito nets for the bed. The pool and sunbeds are well spaced and quiet and there are paddle boards to use in the sea. The treatments at the spa are varied and delivered brilliantly for a very reasonable price! I highly recommend this adults only hotel if you’re looking for peace and tranquility with an outstanding focus on you as the guest
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb accommodation; impeccably clean, perfect private beach facilities, good variety of meals at dinner. Excellent service provided by exceptionally friendly staff who always added a personal touch to everything. Very efficient management staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful and Tranquil beach hotel

Wonderful small hotel with great rooms and lovely staff. Located on beach between Paje and Jambiani so we walked out for lunch and sundowners each day before returning to hotel for superb dinner If you want a quiet and tranquil break away from the bustle of other areas on the island this is the perfect place for you. We had a couple of nights in Stonetown to compliment it If we you do stay we can recommend lunch at the Rock restaurant up the coast. Wonderful experience and food. Hotel can arrange transport
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diarmuid

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

LISA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an idyllic, quiet, adults only hotel. The rooms are lovely and modern with air conditioning. The staff are super friendly and helpful. The breakfast buffet is excellent and the 4 course a La carte dinner is outstanding with lots of choice and variety. The location is right on the white Sandy beach with lots of bars and restaurants within walking distance. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotels we've stayed in! We had such a lovely stay at Amani, the location is amazing right on the quieter stretch of the beach, beautiful property, gardens and rooms, and lovely fresh food with great choices. The staff were also incredibly helpful, friendly and welcoming. Would highly recommend staying here if you're visiting Paje and want somewhere luxurious, relaxing and away from the crowds!

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis, Cincinnati

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Segolenne

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

One of the best hotels we have ever stayed at!

If you go to Zanzibar you have to go to Amani. The attention to detail is incredible! The staff is so lovely, you feel like a little family and they make sure you are having the best time at every minute of your stay. The food in the evening is excellent with a changing menu every day. The breakfast is also perfect. You are just a 5-10 min walk along the beach to the center of Paje with lots of kite schools, beach bars and restaurants and their is a great kite school 1 min from the hotel. Perfect if you want to simply relax by the pool, beach or explore Paje.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Poul Winther

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

Perfect Honeymoon!

This was unbelievable! The end of the rain season and the hotel had just finished renovations so only six guests in total. The property is in superb condition and the service was always impeccable. I never tried to stay in a place that seemed to get cleaned every time we left the room. The location is also perfect if you want peace and privacy. Along the beach it's a bit of a walk towards Paje but that means the solicitors don't drift that far and basically had a mile of white sand all to ourselves. The food was great too but if I was to suggest any improvements it would just to offer more variety through the week, though I understand that the limited number of rooms also means a limit to how much variety is possible.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rene, Würzburg

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr schönes, kleines, gepflegtes Boutique Hotel mit lediglich 14 Doppelzimmer. Die Anlage ist sehr sauber und wird regelmäßig gepflegt. Der Privatstrand ist geräumig, es gibt immer genug freie Liegen inkl. Sonnenschirm. Der Pool ist klein aber fein. Das Personal überaus freundlich und zuvorkommend. Das Hotel liegt sehr ruhig und etwas abseits; die Ruhe wird ein wenig gestört von Bauarbeiten nebenan. Der Strand an sich ist traumhaft; puderweicher weißer Sand, ausgiebige Standspaziergänge bieten sich an. Das Wasser hingegen ist leider kaum zu gebrauchen, da ziemlich voll mit Meeralgen. Hier muss man einige Meter weiter Richtung Paje laufen, wo das Wasser wesentlich schöner ist. Leider keine Gastronomie in direkter Nähe, viel mehr müssen etwa 15-20 Minuten Fußweg Richtung Paje absolviert werden, wo die Auswahl sehr gut ist. Das Essen im Hotel ist solide. Das Frühstück glänzt beispielsweise mit exzellenten frischen Säften und Obst, gleichwohl ist die Auswahl etwas überschaubar. Frisch zubereiteten Kaffee aus einer Baristamaschine gibt es leider nicht, was man in dieser Preiskategorie durchaus erwarten könnte. Das Abendessen gibt es a la carte, 1-2x in der Woche gibt es Buffet. Bei längerem Aufenthalt als einer Woche wiederholt es sich leider. Die Qualität ist ok mit Luft nach oben, generell darf man auf der Insel nicht die ganz große Küche erwarten. Insgesamt ein sehr schöner, entspannender Aufenthalt. Klare Empfehlung!
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ein wirklich kleines, aber richtig tolles Hotel mit Niveau. Hier wird alles getan, dass man sich wohl fühlt! Es gibt nichts zu meckern.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martine

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

Nydelig hotell

Nydelig hotell og fantastisk service. Middagene var også super bra. Stranden er ikke den beste rett utenfor hotellet. Man må gå ca 5 min for å komme til nydelig sandstrand. Men hvis man ønsker en rolig ferie er dette stedet perfekt. Ca 20 min å gå inn ti Paja hvor det er mer liv og restauranter.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

frederic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Massimo, Vicenza

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
si tratta di un piccolo hotel adults only con poche camere. Ottimo il personale che si è sempre dimostrato disponibile e gentile. Il servizio ristorazione più che dignitoso considerato che siamo a Zanzibar. Abbiamo apprezzato il servizio al tavolo e l'atmosfera. Unica pecca la mancanza di un servizio di cortesia per chi come noi l'ultimo giorno aveva il volo la sera e non era possibile il late check out.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Um lugar inclivel com uma piscina linda e o quarto muito confortavel. A comida tambem e muito boa somente casal.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ludovic

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
a great team, very serious and attentive. incredible cuisine and to everyone's taste. the place is calm and magnificent. a little wink for alfred who was kind and cheerful while being attentive and at the service of the customers. thank you for this moment I highly recommend this establishment
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

André

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great boutique hotel. If you’re looking for a place to relax, that’s the place. Everything is thought out in great detail. The food is also amazing! The location is great if you want to chill and have a relaxed vacation. If you’re looking to explore Paje city center it might be a bit far away but they will work in gather you a transfer. Definitely recommended and I’m sure i’ll be back in Amani!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Henning

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr schöne ruhige Unterkunft mit super freundlichem Personal. Alles sauber. Sehr feiner Sandstrand. Bestens geeignet für Paare, die eine ruhige Umgebung suchen.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent séjour
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024