The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel

3.5 star property
Beachfront hotel with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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On the beach, white sand
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View | View from room
Exterior
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Garden Bungalow Double | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Paje, Paje, Zanzibar
  • Paje Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Jambiani Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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Room options

Family Garden Bungalow

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Garden Bungalow Double / Twin

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Garden Bungalow

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Bungalow, Pool View

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Garden Bungalow Double

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Paje

The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel places you within a short walk of Paje Beach and within a mile (2 km) of Maalum Cave Pool. This 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with 16 rooms and conveniences like a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Paje Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Bwejuu Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Jambiani Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Kuza Cave - 9 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mapacha - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Oxygen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪African Bbq - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mr. Kahawa - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ndame Beach Bar - ‬17 min walk

About this property

The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel

Beachfront hotel with a full-service spa and free breakfast
The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 90 per vehicle roundtrip. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this spa hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a library, and express check-in.
Beds sport premium bedding. Balconies or patios, fans, and safes are also available.
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 indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish, Swahili

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Outdoors

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

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Individual decor
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express 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
The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

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 4.00 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 90 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • 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, 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
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: 1:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours). 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. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach
The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel Paje
The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel Hotel
The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel Hotel Paje

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel?

The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see within easy reach of The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel?

This hotel is located in Paje within a short 8-minute walk of Paje Beach. You'll also find Jambiani Beach and Kite Centre Zanzibar within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel?

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

Is a spa located at The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel?

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

Does The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel include a casino?

No, The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach 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 The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel?

This beachfront hotel offers many amenities for couples, including in-room massages as well as an outdoor pool and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel?

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

Does The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel serves free breakfast (local cuisine) at The Waterfront each morning.

Will The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel.

Does The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), which is about 21.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel?

Yes, every guestroom at The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel comes with a balcony with some featuring garden or pool views.

Does The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel have a wedding venue on site?

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

The Waterfront Zanzibar Beach Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lots of activities and is centralized well. There is shopping very nearby from local shops and an areangement of various beach restaurants and bars to choose from. Accomodations are nice and simple, not overcrowded and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cathrine Lykke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019