Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful scenery
Good amenities
Cons:
Poor food quality
Cleanliness issues
Dated rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
8.18
Guests reported issues with mold, bad smells, and some rooms being old.
Service
9.65
Staff were described as friendly and helpful in multiple reviews.
Location
9.19
The location is scenic and praised for its natural beauty.
Room Quality
8.14
Rooms were noted as beautiful but some were old and had issues.
Amenities
8.67
The hotel offers good amenities, though some facilities are dated.
Value for Money
9.13
General consensus suggests a good value considering the experiences.
Food and Beverage
6.68
Food quality received several negative remarks, highlighting horrible experiences.
Overall Experience
9.15
Despite some negative points, most guests enjoyed their overall stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 18:24

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities

Melia Zanzibar, located in Kiwengwa, offers a luxurious experience with its private beach, outdoor pool, and tennis court. The hotel also boasts a fitness center for guests to enjoy during their stay.

Elegant Rooms

The guest rooms at Melia Zanzibar are designed for comfort and convenience, featuring tea/coffee facilities, private bathrooms, air conditioning, and flat-screen TVs. Some rooms even offer terraces and stunning sea views for a truly relaxing retreat.

Culinary Delights

Indulge in a variety of cuisines at the hotel's 5 restaurants, serving international, Mediterranean, and local dishes. Start your day with a delicious buffet breakfast before exploring the area or relaxing by the beach.

Experience luxury and relaxation at Melia Zanzibar - book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

Please note that a credit card corresponding to the name on the booking is required at check-in.

All cots are subject to availability.

When booking 9 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

The hotel has 3 swimming pools: an outdoor pool for all guests, a pool in the spa, 1 (+16) and a pool in The Level area (only for The Level +16 guests).

Please be informed that, starting from October 1, 2024, all foreign visitors to Zanzibar are required to purchase a mandatory travel insurance policy. This insurance is designed to protect guests during the stay and covers medical emergencies, evacuation, lost luggage, and more. The insurance must be purchased online before arrival, and it is available at a cost of USD 44 per person. Guests can obtain the required insurance through the official website: https://visitzanzibar.go.tz/. We recommend completing this purchase prior to travel to ensure a smooth entry into Zanzibar.

We are upgrading our facilities ahead of our upcoming reopening as Gran Meliá, ensuring that the work does not affect your stay and maintaining the highest standards at all times.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: ZNZ

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 553 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.18
Service: 9.65
Location: 9.19
Room Quality: 8.14
Amenities: 8.67
Value for Money: 9.13
Food and Beverage: 6.68
Overall Experience: 9.15
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Mirvat family_with_children ae
10
OUTSTANDING
Pros:

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ An unforgettable stay – truly outstanding!

We had the most amazing week at Meliá Zanzibar! Everything was outstanding from beginning to end, but what really made our stay so special was the incredible service.

The entire staff went above and beyond to accommodate every single one of our requests. Everyone was extremely professional, kind, attentive and ALWAYS smiling! They made everything so easy for us, especially travelling with our 11-month-old baby.

A very special mention to the chef, who was absolutely amazing with our baby. Twice a day, he prepared special fresh meals just for her, always making something different. As parents, having this level of attention and care made such a huge difference and allowed us to really relax and enjoy our holiday.

The food in general was excellent, the hotel was beautiful and very clean, and the managers were always present and available. They would regularly come and speak to the guests, asking if everything was going well or if there was anything they could do for us. You really feel that guest satisfaction is a priority here.

I travel a lot and have stayed in many hotels around the world, but Meliá Zanzibar is genuinely at the top of the game when it comes to hospitality and service.

A HUGE thank you to the entire Meliá team — every single person, with zero exceptions! ❤️ You made this week unforgettable for us and for our baby, and we are leaving with such beautiful memories.

We will definitely come back! Thank you for everything! ❤️

Cons:

Nothing !! It was PERFECT

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Ruhumbika couple ke
10
2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Nancy extended_group us
10
2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Deyetid Andree Marjolaine family_with_children ci
8
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Ngarambe couple rw
10
A magical and unforgettable honeymoon experience that we wished would never end.
Pros:

My wife and I truly enjoyed every aspect of our stay at Meliá Zanzibar, from the warm welcome and exceptional staff to the variety of excellent restaurants.
Gabi Beach was a particular highlight. What an experience! From the Maasai gentleman greeting us every day with an enthusiastic “Jambo!” to the warm and attentive staff who always made sure we were having an amazing time, everything felt truly special.

Our beautiful moonlit dinners at Jetty Lounge were equally unforgettable. The setting, service and atmosphere were simply magical.

A very special thank you to Madame Bruna and her team for making our honeymoon such a wonderful and memorable experience. We leave with beautiful memories and would happily return.

Cons:

Honestly, we had nothing negative to say. The only sad part was that our stay came to an end far too soon, we simply wished we could have stayed longer.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Borja couple es
7
Hotel muy bonito y de calidad con vistas a la costa de Kiwengwa
Pros:

Un hotel muy bien cuidado y el trato del personal muy bueno.

Cons:

Distancias muy largas dentro del hotel, de un punto a otro deben llevarte en carritos de golf y a veces tardan mucho en llegar. La comida no era un punto fuerte.

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Ennereta extended_group zw
8
A place to relax and enjoy the amazing ocean views
Pros:

Beautiful property, with a lovely beach and wonderful places to lounge and relax around the resort. The staff were helpful and willing to make amends on demand.

Cons:

The meals 😔. Only the pier was an exceptional five star dining experience. However, it is always fully booked leaving guests with the repetitive buffet options. Breakfast and all inclusive drinks options also need improvement.

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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gpelembe solo_traveller mz
10
Pros:

The staff are very gentle

Cons:

The hotel must have it's owner shuttle bus/car transfer from airport to hotel

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Shlomo couple il
9
חופש מושלם
Pros:

הוילות החדשות מהממות!!!מלון נקי צוות חייכן ועושה הכול בכדי ליצור חוויית אירוח נפלאה
הנוף מדהים
ואם יש תלונה הקבלה יטפלו בזריזות וביעילות

Cons:

הירידה לים כרוכה במדרגות רבות

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Pedro solo_traveller mz
10
Pros:

Comodidades espetaculares. Sempre em ampliação e conservação excelente. Funcionários 5 Estrelas.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Mwinga family_with_children zm
8
It was fantastic
Pros:

The food was really nice

Cons:

That there was not more variety of Food especially for long stayers

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Talitha Franzon couple ie
7
2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Bimal solo_traveller tz
8
Pros:

Overall and generally everything was good.

Cons:

Very limited indian vegetarian options specifically for vegetarians.

Also the main reception area and all the lounges around the main reception area were closed due to renovations. This information should have been provided at the time of the booking.

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Coral couple es
9
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Abdoulaye family_with_children fr
5
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Tendai couple zw
10
Spectacular!!!
Pros:

Exclusive and premium

Cons:

Nothing at all

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Eliasj20 solo_traveller il
10
2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Lydia solo_traveller gb
8
2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Owen couple gb
10
2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Lina couple lt
4
2026-06-07 via Nuitee