Ycona Luxury Resort

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
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Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Outdoor spa tub
Couples dining
Restaurant

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • On private beach
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Room service

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Marumbi, Uroa, Unguja South Region, 2675
  • Uroa Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Michamvi Kae Beach
  • Marumbi Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬
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Room options

Ycona Signature Beach Front Villa

  • 915 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Tropical Lake 02 Bedroom Family Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1938 sq ft
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

Panaromic Rooftop Jungle Suite

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Honeymoon Beach Front Villa

  • 915 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Signature Lake 03 Bedroom Family Villa

  • 2260 sq ft
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Spice Garden 03 Bedroom Family Villa

  • 2260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Jungle Suite

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Panaromic Rooftop Villa

  • 915 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Panaromic Rooftop Ocean View Jungle Suite

  • 538 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Uroa

Within a short walk of Uroa Beach, Ycona Luxury Resort is within 2 miles (3 km) of Marumbi Beach. This 5-star hotel has 40 rooms and welcomes guests with 3 restaurants, a private beach, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Uroa Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Marumbi Beach - 7 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Pongwe Beach - 13 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park - 18 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 23 min drive - 11.6 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zanzi Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kae Beach Restoraunt - ‬64 min drive
  • ‪Kae Beach Bar - ‬67 min drive
  • ‪Sai marce - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kichanga Lodge Beach Bar - ‬64 min drive

About this property

Ycona Luxury Resort

Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Built in 2023, the brand new Ycona Luxury Resort features a private beach, an outdoor pool, and a gym. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 100 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and free use of bicycles.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Minibars, espresso makers, and safes are other standard amenities. Change of towels is available on request.
A private beach and complimentary bicycles are featured at the hotel. In addition to an outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

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

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages, and Thai massages.

Languages

Afrikaans, Arabic, Czech, English, German, Italian, Swahili

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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
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free manager's reception (select days)
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Mama Africa
  • Slyce- Italian Restaurant
  • Ycona Beach Lounge

Things to do

  • Beach yoga
  • Ecotours
  • Free beach club
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Paddleboard
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Beach toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool toys

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • In-room massages
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 2023
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Children's robes
  • Children's slippers
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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 welcomes pets for EUR 35 per pet, per night
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Pet weight must not exceed 26 lbs per pet
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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 100 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Pet fee: EUR 35 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • 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 (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.
  • 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • This property uses solar energy.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Ycona Luxury Resort Uroa
Ycona Luxury Resort Hotel
Ycona Luxury Resort Hotel Uroa

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Ycona Luxury Resort?

Ycona Luxury Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do close to Ycona Luxury Resort?

This hotel is located in Uroa within a short 12-minute walk of Uroa Beach. You'll also find Marumbi Beach and Pongwe Beach within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Ycona Luxury Resort?

Yes, there is a carport.

Is there a spa available at Ycona Luxury Resort?

Spa services at the hotel include Swedish massages, deep-tissue massages, and couples treatments.

Does Ycona Luxury Resort have a casino on the premises?

No, Ycona Luxury Resort doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Ycona Luxury Resort?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Ycona Luxury Resort?

At this lakeside hotel, there are many amenities for couples, including Champagne service and in-room massages in each guestroom with some featuring ocean views.

Does Ycona Luxury Resort have a hot tub?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel feature private rooftop spa tubs.

Does Ycona Luxury Resort feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Ycona Luxury Resort has 3 restaurants, and serves free full breakfasts each morning.

Will Ycona Luxury Resort allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Ycona Luxury Resort for a fee of EUR 35 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Ycona Luxury Resort?

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

Where is the closest airport to Ycona Luxury Resort?

The closest major airport to Ycona Luxury Resort is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), which is 24.1 mi away (60 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Ycona Luxury Resort?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a furnished patio where guests can enjoy ocean or garden views.

Does Ycona Luxury Resort have a wedding venue on site?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Ycona Luxury Resort.

Ycona Luxury Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

attayku

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

Clean and superior ,, impressive

Excellent 10 over 10 … clean , prompt service .. swimming pool is lovely .. defo recomend .. the villas are amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Lasse

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

Looks like luxury, run by amateurs

Unfortunately the only luxury thing about this resort is the aesthetics. Upon check-in we were informed the three restaurants advertised is not open simultaneously, which means you only have one place to have breakfast, lunch or dinner, which is misleading when you are booking a resort that says it has three restaurants (it’s more accurately one restaurant that changes location). Additionally they push you to pre-order your dinner hours in advance “to have a great experience”. Upon check-in we were also informed that if we had any issues they were there to help. Which is true, the first night our bedroom didn’t have curtains all around which means it was bright as day in the room at 6:30am, when we raised the issue that morning additional curtains was hung in the room. However, throughout our entire stay we encountered problems every day and despite willingness to fix any problems we had, we didn’t go on holiday to get any problem fixed, we went on holiday to have no problems at all. Staff is very friendly but clearly not very well trained. Out of 5 waiters we had only one looked to have any real experience in working in the service industry. We were missing items with our orders daily, they came into our villa/garden three times unannounced, they took our robes and didn’t return them, turndown service was missed and generally just very insecure service. We also ended up having breakfast at the villa on occasions as there were too many bees to eat at the beach lounge.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javanell

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful. We stayed in a beachfront villa Y3. Everyone was amazing from Tess at the front desk to Emile and Esther in the restaurants. They made our anniversary very special. So thankful. Omer on checkout was amazing as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

JAMAL

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Pool
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

BARRY NELSON, NEWARK

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
1. We scheduled a special birthday dinner on the beach but they forgot it was a special birthday and didn’t bring the cake or sing happy birthday. Dinner was over and they asked us if we wanted dessert that was our clue they forgot about us. So, with hurt feelings we left for our villa. They tried to make it up to us by offering to sing and give us a cake after the next days dinner. We declined. They then wanted to bring our cake to our room. We declined. We felt that they wanted to just sell us the cake. You know. Make the sale. We were leaving in the next few days. One other surprise was that we discovered was that the room service charge was $10 per person not per room. The way they mentioned the charge “it will be $10 for room service” lead me to think it was per room not per person.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotels I’ve been to the food was AMAZING ! If you want luxury come to this hotel 10/10. I had a wonderful stay .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rahel Carmen

Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

christophe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024