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Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive

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

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Relax on the beach with comfortable lounge chairs and a scenic view of the turquoise waters.
Relax by the oceanfront pool surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant flowers.
Relax in this elegantly designed room with a comfortable sofa, wooden coffee table, and stylish pendant light.
Ocean-facing villas with entrances and lush greenery surround the serene beachfront.
Relax on the oceanfront deck with wicker sofas and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • All inclusive
  • Bar
  • On private beach
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Mswakini Beach, South East Coast, Zanzibar, Dongwe, Unguja South Region
  • Pingwe Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Michamvi Kae Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Paje Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪70 min drive‬

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Room options

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43-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Traditional Villa, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1076 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Dongwe

Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive places you within a 15-minute drive of popular attractions such as Michamvi Kae Beach and Kite Centre Zanzibar. This 9-room, 5-star property has private in-room plunge pools along with a private beach and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Dongwe Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Pingwe Beach - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Michamvi Kae Beach - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Paje Beach - 14 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Jambiani Beach - 15 min drive - 10.4 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baladin - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kae Beach Restoraunt - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kae Beach Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Sands Beach Resort - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kichanga Lodge Beach Bar - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive

Luxury property on the beach, with outdoor pool
Guests staying at Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive enjoy access to a private beach, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 75 per vehicle. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this all-inclusive property include coffee/tea in a common area, a library, and a terrace.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 43-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Private plunge pools, furnished patios, and sitting areas are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the property include a private beach and an outdoor pool.

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

Languages

Afrikaans, English, French, Swahili

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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 roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Drift Wood Dining Room
  • Mali Mali Lounge & Bar
  • The Mswakini Beach Bar

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Private plunge pool

Food and drink

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

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 472.0 per day
  • 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: EUR 4.37 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: EUR 75 per vehicle
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 472.0 per day

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy
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
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
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.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • This property uses solar energy.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive?

This property is located in Dongwe within a short 15-minute walk of Dongwe Beach. You'll also find Pingwe Beach and Michamvi Kae Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive?

No, there isn't parking at this all-inclusive property.

Does Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive feature a casino?

No, Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive?

This boutique all-inclusive property offers many amenities for couples, including a private plunge pool as well as a private beach and an outdoor pool.

Does Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this all-inclusive property.

Does Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive has 2 restaurants, and serves free full breakfasts each morning.

Will Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive.

Does Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this all-inclusive property.

How close is the airport from Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive?

The closest major airport to Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), which is about 21.2 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive?

Yes, every guestroom at Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive comes with a furnished patio with some featuring ocean views.

Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A truly magical place to stay The hotel is tranquil and the staff are amazing they ensured we felt special every minute of every day we felt that we’d made friends Left a little of my heart at Zawadi
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

saemeyeah

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

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Zawadi is the true definition of private luxury! Everything was pristine: staff, property, drinks/food, views, villa, bed comfort, bath products, water pressure, hospitality, etc. The service & staff was incredible- Iddy, Mr M, Innocent, Bernard & Ally were amazing and truly caterered to my husband and I. Mary & Tatu did a superb job maintaining our villa. Noa, Isaak & Evelyn were lovely hosts, always checking on us and ensuring a pleasant experience. Live music is brought in for dinner 3x a week. Snorkeling, clear kayak & paddle boarding are available & included on site. You can also visit the small farm & garden onsite to see where most of your meals/food is grown. Everything is incredibly fresh! Extra activities are available such as a sunset cruise, however it is quite pricey ($450usd) so we chose a local tour operator on a traditional dhow boat that was a lovely experience for just $60usd. It seemed a bit frowned upon by the hotel staff to book w/outside/local tour operators (multiple comments were made). If you’re well-traveled & cautious like we are & want to support the locals, you’ll be fine. Don’t let the staff scare you away from an authentic experience. :) In conclusion, this is a property my husband and I would absolutely return & visit yearly, and as a travel advisor- it is most definitely one I’ll recommend to my luxury vip clients.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel we have ever stayed in around the world. Flawless.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harpreet

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional property, spacious water facing villas, stupendous views, attentive and smiling staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ghada

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience thanks to all the team member.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shafiq

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

Enjoyable stay

Serene place with excellent view from the room. The staff were great, friendly and attentive. Enjoyable time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

a

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

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad

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

Wonderful place

Amazing hotel and service. The hotel manager and the team were so friendly, polite, and very welcoming. The villa was super clean, great view. The restaurant served great food. The sunrise from the villa is breathtaking. The beach and the farm are very unique. All in all , we had a pleasant and a very relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Furqan, Sutton Coldfield

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara

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

Back to paradise again and again

Amazing amazing amazing, will keep going back and staying in facility again and again. Absloutly no flaws, i am a regular guest and thats explains it all, thanks to the great staff for thier warmth and hospitality it feels like home to us. Always lovong the experience, feel like in real mental and phyical vacation where you are worry free.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Oskar

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dacy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Zawadi feels like Heaven on Earth, from the food to the staff to the location. Very private and intimate with staff who will make sure you are taken care of. We were originally booked for a different property but Expedia switched us since the other property was overbooked and we were so lucky to stay for the Christmas holiday. Our only wish was that we could have stayed longer!

10/10 Excellent

Yolonda Lynette

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara

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

Gem!!!

Amazing facility, felt in Paradise so heavenly nice with no flaws. Very special customized service, cant be any better will ve coming again and again, the staff is so friendly, would like to extend my thanks to every single person at the facility specially Ali our waiter that really paid good attentions to details. Cant wait to be back again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Yvan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best experience in an hotel worldwide... Perfect from a to z...
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy

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

Amazing experience!

We could not say better things about Zawadi - we stayed here for our honeymoon and everything about our stay was perfect, from the villa to the service to the food and the amenities. The food was incredible and we got to try so much with multiple courses at breakfast, lunch, and dinner, in addition to appetizers and drinks delivered to us at sundown every night! The service was so great; we didn't even need to ask for anything as it seemed like everything we could have wanted was provided before we asked! They even set up a private dinner on a patio overlooking the ocean for us for our honeymoon. Additionally, we were able to snorkel using the resort's equipment, which was great, and enjoyed the lovely infinity pool and our villa's own pool, touring the on-site farm, and feeding the turtles that live at the resort! All in all, we left saying this was the best place we've ever stayed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

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

Just book it...NOW

It’s hard to review this amazing place without it sounding like a string of cliches. But it is truly amazing from every angle. As a solo traveler places like these can make you feel a little weird - it’s so romantic and honeymooney. But at no point did the friendly and attentive staff make me feel weird being alone, nor did they try to befriend me and interrupt my “me” time which I really appreciated. It was the little touches to detail that made it so relaxing. They remembered quickly that I prefer sparking water to still water, and that’s what I was offered at every meal without having to ask for it. And my post-dinner sambuca was brought to my room, again without me having to ask for it. The villas are beautiful, each with their own little pool, amazing view and the biggest most comfortable bed I’ve ever slept in. If I knew where they bought their pillows I would order some immediately. No review would be complete without mentioning the food. There is a small kitchen farm at the back and much of the fresh produce comes from there. It’s also a great place to visit - there’s a cute goat and as of June 2021 a baby cow. The food is wonderful - I had fresh lobster, crab, giant shrimp every night. And amazing avocado salads. The lobster ravioli served one night was possibly the best meal I have ever had. For those of you looking at the price…Yes, it’s not cheap, and was kind of out of my price range. But I wanted to spoil myself and don’t regret a single penny I spent. In fa
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Resort so good I spent the whole time there

Great small boutique resort perfect for a quick romantic/relaxing getaway. I had originally planned to explore the whole island of Zanzibar, but after a few hours at this resort I cancelled all my plans and decided to have a lazy and relaxing vacation. The hotel is so accommodating to all our needs and with spacious rooms and a private plunge pool there is no need to leave. The resort is also located in a low density area, so the beach front is almost completely empty, which makes long walks really enjoyable. One thing to note about Zanzibar in general is the "Hakunah Matata" lifestyle. Everyone is so laid back, so make sure you plan ahead and order everything way before you need it. A 5 minute request usually takes 30 minutes, so order food way before you're hungry, and relax until it arrives. If you are planning to stay in this part of Zanzibar, I would highly recommend Zawadi.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Honestly, my fiance and I just got back home and I am a little concerned I may fall into a depression lol. My stay at Zawadi Hotel was so beyond perfect for our honeymoon and my 30th birthday I almost cried when leaving. The hotel is breathtaking, the area is so perfect, you can visit the sister property and other tourist activites in the area. The hotel set everything up for us. They were so helpful. Omg the staff, the nicest people I ever met. Seriously. By the end of the week it felt like we had family. Everyone was so genuine and generous. Our room was an oasis, I love a hotel where you can enjoy the room just as much as the public areas. The food, I mean wow. I looked forward to each breakfast, lunch and dinner. The cocktails were marvelous. I have nothing negative to say, nothing. I will be back, very very very soon. Ive traveled to many places and this was one of the best vacations I have ever had. 5 stars well deserved.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Serena

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Murielle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing little resort of 12 individuals house/rooms, very spacious with incredible view. Evelyne the hostess is really making your stay unforgettable and the all staff is always making you feel very special. Without forgetting the delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner all inclusives. As well as amazing snorkeling just down the cliff...
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Amazing hotel

One of the most amazing hotels ever. They are so accommodating and very personal. The views are the best on the island from your bed, the rooms are HUGE and beautifully decorated. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020