Zanzibar Beach Resort

Hotels
Independent
6.2 (52 reviews)
Mazizini, Zanzibar Town , Zanzibar Town , TZ

Facilities

Fitness facilities
Proposal/romance packages available
Express check-out
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Garden
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Concierge service
Wheelchair accessible
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Review Highlights

Cons:
Management needs improvement
Poor reception
Outdated rooms
Slow hot water
Average food

Categories

Cleanliness
5.16
Poor reception and outdated rooms impacted cleanliness perception.
Service
6.63
Management needs to improve urgency and responsiveness.
Location
7.17
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Room Quality
5.62
Rooms are outdated and electrical sockets need updating.
Amenities
7.65
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
6.11
Average experience does not justify the cost.
Food and Beverage
5.16
Food was described as average.
Overall Experience
6.13
Unpleasant stay, major improvements needed.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 01:51

Property Description

Recreational Amenities

Indulge in the outdoor pool and fitness center for a refreshing stay.

Dining and Entertainment

Enjoy a meal at Spice or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge.

Event Spaces and Services

Conveniently plan events with 6000 sq ft of space, a conference center, and more.

Discover the historical charm of Zanzibar Town at Zanzibar Beach Resort. Book your stay now for a memorable experience.

Important information:

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: ZNZ

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

Location

Guest Reviews

6.2
Based on 52 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.16
Service: 6.63
Location: 7.17
Room Quality: 5.62
Amenities: 7.65
Value for Money: 6.11
Food and Beverage: 5.16
Overall Experience: 6.13
J
Justus partner
4
Pros:

Stayed there the last day of my stay in Zanzibar and I’m never going back.. management need to up their game. No urgency, Poor reception, rooms too outdated, plugs need to be changed to multi sockets, water takes forever to warm up somehow, food average!! I really didn’t enjoy the 15 hours I spent there!

2025-09-28 via Nuitee
V
Victoria partner
8
Pros:

This property was ok I did not appreciate the arrival process how I like the spacious room and cleaning. I did not appreciate on an occasion the kitchen messing up the food. Also the area is not a safe area to walk around in

2025-04-28 via Nuitee
M
marcin
2
Pros:

I was disappointed with my stay. I requested a late check-out for 2 PM, but the hotel charged me $40 for this, which felt unreasonable. The location is also far from the city center (about a 30-minute taxi ride, which is expensive) and the surrounding area feels unsafe and poorly lit.

The breakfast was very disappointing – unhealthy options with limited choices. The balcony door in my room was weak and seemed easy to break open, which made me feel insecure. Additionally, the staff provided incorrect information during my stay, which caused confusion.

Overall, the experience was not worth the cost, and I wouldn’t recommend staying here.

2025-01-20 via Nuitee
J
James
4
Pros:

Pool is utilised as a leisure centre for locals. No hot water, toilet and telephone to reception didn’t work. Balcony doors would not lock. Food was average.

2024-12-17 via Nuitee
A
Anne Maree
6
Pros:

We did enjoy the quite of the resort and staff. Anthony and his team in hospitality where excellent for what they had to work with. The Chef and Anthony created a wonderful meal for us on the waterfront viewing the sunset. Magnificent! The waterfront suites where comfortable and rustic island style. We had a nice rest. Thank you.

2024-08-25 via Nuitee
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Simbarashe partner
10
Pros:

We were a bit sceptical about the resort at first due to previous reviews. However it was a great 10 day stay for us. The food was lovely, couldn’t get enough of the prawns. The room with the sea view was amazing.
The staff were great, thank you Maria you made our stay very comfortable.
If you need some where close to the airport and 5min away from Stone town then I recommend Zanzibar beach resort.

2024-06-30 via Nuitee
D
Dyheim
6
Pros:

Resort has alot of potential but needs upgrades. Water pressure was low and breakfast was not good for 30,000 TSH.

Resturant options was limited, but the grill prawns was good. Staff was friendly and very helpful.

2024-03-16 via Nuitee
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Samantha partner
8
Pros:

Lovely and caring staff, we immediately felt welcome, they were helpful with the luggage, and provided late checkout. However, the building and facilities are old and outdated, air conditioning and wifi did not work.

2024-03-07 via Nuitee
H
Harry partner
6
Pros:

Very dated property, with modest maintenance. Dangerously uneven floors and stairs

2024-02-17 via Nuitee
E
Erlynda family
2
Pros:

Warning- Do not book here! Forfiet your money if you already paid. This place will destroy your vacation mood. It is under new managemrent from India who refused to take the calls from expedia to discuss my refund so I had to take 3 calls from Expedia saying he would not answer the phone. Should be closed during construction and possibly condemed. You arrive to the entire lobby fenced off with mesh the entire floor is gone. You walk over a bridge water feature but no water is on it. The water fountain going to restaurant is cracked with no water. The pool is merky and with the red light at night looks OMINOUS! WE WERE BITTEN BaDLY BY BEDBIGS! There are muddy trenches dung all over the lawn. The day bed was filthy. They locked beach access because they said it is dangerous. The website implies there is beach access. The water has local fisherman and looks very commercial and looks uninviting.

2023-12-23 via Nuitee
S
Said
6
Pros:

Not worth staying

2023-11-30 via Nuitee
J
Juliet
10
Pros:

Quiet resort but peaceful. Staff are excellent and very polite. Rooms are cleaned and sprayed for insects every day. Tours are available and bookable at reception. I would stay again

2023-10-24 via Nuitee
T
Trupti
6
Okay
Pros:

Cleanliness was good but service was poor …

2023-08-09 via Nuitee
S
Said
2
Pros:

Not worth it at all, food is expensive but poor quality and not fresh. Staff are unprofessional and the property is old and following apart. The worth thing is, seems like the owners don’t care about the place.

2023-03-23 via Nuitee
K
Kago
8
Pros:

It was a pleasant stay with decent rooms. The bathroom could use some improvements (old towel rails, old looking shower curtain).
The pool, beach, and restaurant were nice and comfortable.

2023-02-24 via Nuitee
K
Kimberley
10
Pros:

Nice staff.

2023-01-07 via Nuitee
K
Kimberley
8
Pros:

Nice staff. Friendly.

2022-12-27 via Nuitee
S
Said family_with_children
4
Pros:

Old hotel and not worth the stay for $60-80 per night. The property is very old and not maintained well, most people complain about hygiene.
My wife had a conference for her office at this place and out of 15 people 3 got food poisoning.

2022-10-31 via Nuitee
A
Amon Mutale partner
8
Pros:

Swimming on the oceanside and the staff, very pleasant

2022-10-25 via Nuitee
B
Bohar
6
Stay with caution : not so good
Pros:

It was ok, internet is the issue. Water in bathroom tabs not sufficient to get relaxing bath.

2022-10-13 via Nuitee