Passion Boutique Hotel Zanzibar - Adults Only

Hotels
9.9 (286 reviews)
Zanzibar, Jambiani Kibigija , Jambiani , tz

Free

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional service
Gorgeous room
Delicious food
Beautiful location
Great amenities
Cons:
Limited storage
Beach conditions varied

Categories

Cleanliness
9.95
The hotel is described as very clean.
Service
10
Exceptional service mentioned, especially by manager Madalina.
Location
9.95
Enviable location and beautiful sea views noted.
Room Quality
9.95
Rooms are gorgeous and tastefully done with attention to fine details.
Amenities
9.95
Amenities like the infinity pool and nightly entertainment were highly rated.
Value for Money
9.45
High value indicated by the overall experience and quality.
Food and Beverage
9.95
Food praised for being delicious and varied.
Overall Experience
10
Overall experience was described as unbelievably good.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 19:20

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views
Situated in Jambiani, steps from Paje Beach, Passion Boutique Hotel Zanzibar - Adults Only offers a serene escape with an outdoor pool, free parking, and a garden. The rooms, with sea views and free WiFi, ensure a comfortable stay with air conditioning and a safety deposit box.

Culinary Delights and Diverse Dining Options
Indulge in an à la carte breakfast or savor African, Mediterranean, and Seafood dishes at the on-site restaurant. With vegetarian, halal, and vegan choices available, there's something to please every palate.

Explore and Experience
Take advantage of bike and car hire to explore the area, popular for cycling. Don't miss the chance to visit Jozani Forest, just 23 km away.

Ready to experience luxury and relaxation at Passion Boutique Hotel Zanzibar - Adults Only? Book your stay now!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.9
Based on 286 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.95
Service: 10
Location: 9.95
Room Quality: 9.95
Amenities: 9.95
Value for Money: 9.45
Food and Beverage: 9.95
Overall Experience: 10
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Julia couple de
10
Purer Luxus
Pros:

Alles, es ist extrem sauber und luxuriös. Das essen und das Personal sind einfach nur top. Extra Wünsche werden immer entgegen genommen, welche aber nicht nötig sind, weil es eine riesige Auswahl gibt an essen und trinken. Man hat direkten Zugang zum Meer
Madalina aber auch die anderen bemühten sich extrem, damit für uns alles perfekt ist und waren super herzlich und zuvorkommend. Wir kommen definitiv wieder

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Mélanie couple fr
10
Exceptional hotel, but worst experience outside: tour scam and extortion at Jambiani
Pros:

The staff were exceptionally kind and attentive.

Nothing to complain about, the hotel is simply exceptional!

The restaurant is really good.

Cons:

I STRONGLY ADVICE AGAINST USING LOCAL GUIDE ON JAMBIANI BEACH.

We were robbed by the guide, and the police were no help at all. We agreed on USD 120 for a combined tour (dolphins + Jozani Forest) and paid for the first part on the spot. Once at the forest, the visit lasted only 5 minutes. These pretend guides lie in Swahili to official guides to isolate you and claim no guides are available. After we refused to pay the remaining balance for this botched service, the guide took us to the police and falsely claimed we had paid nothing. Under pressure, we had to pay just to be allowed to leave. Avoid at all costs!

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Esma-Navruz couple se
10
Exceptional experience.
Pros:

We stayed here for our honeymoon and absolutely loved it! The hotel is modern, bohemian, fresh, and beautifully designed. Our room was spacious, stunning, and exceptionally clean.

The staff were incredibly attentive, caring, and helpful. They took care of every little detail. The food was exceptional, and the drinks were just as amazing.

We would easily recommend this place to everyone and would absolutely love to come back again!

Cons:

Absolutely nothing.

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Markos solo_traveller gr
10
Pros:

Unbelievable. This hotel and the services it provides are unreal. The stuff was polite and always welcome to help , the food was unbelievable tasty and fast in very reasonable prices, The cleanliness was absolutely exceptional. The manager was the right person in the right place always do anything she can do to please the residents of the hotel. I have never seen a hotel this spotless.

Cons:

Hahaha... Are you kidding me?

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Savyuk solo_traveller ch
10
Exceptional- a stay that somehow kept exceeding expectations
Pros:

As someone with a Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management and a Master’s in Luxury Brand Management, I can honestly say I have rarely seen the principles we study executed so beautifully in real life.

This place is truly exceptional. Every detail feels intentional and perfectly thought through, and the level of service is outstanding. What impressed me most is the genuine warmth of the staff — they don’t simply provide excellent service; they make you feel like family.

Just when you think the experience couldn’t possibly get any better, somehow it does. Absolutely stunning from beginning to end.

Cons:

The only thing for me personally as a light sleeper were thin doors, and walls. Although you can successfully sleep it off at the beach bed the next day

2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Manuel couple pt
10
Perfect honeymoon
Pros:

From the very first moment, it was perfect. The kindness, genuine care, and attention to every little detail was priceless

Also, only 8 rooms in front of the Beach is something else. Jambiani is also very authentic and you can do long walks by the beach. Howevee, what makes this place so unique is not only its beauty, but the wonderful people behind it. Thank you Madeleine and team!

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Matilde solo_traveller es
10
2026-08-19 via Nuitee
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Sarah couple fr
10
La meilleure expérience de notre vie!
Pros:

Établissement exceptionnel, nous avons adoré la décoration, la piscine, le jardin et la vue sur la mer.

2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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Sabien extended_group ae
10
2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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L_NGCOBO solo_traveller za
10
Pros:

Best place i stayed at in Jambiani/paje. The host is very hospitable and kind (as well as the rest of the staff there)..actually gave me a parting gift when i left. The place is lux and the food was great.

Cons:

Stronger detergent for the towels so they smell great.

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Dea couple se
10
Pros:

The location was amazing and waterfront. The food was EXCEPTIONAL. The best meals we had ever since we stepped in Tanzania & Zanzibar.
The staff was super polite, expecially Madalina who was super kind and helpful throughout our whole journey there.
I would totally go back and recommend this place.

Cons:

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2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Sarah couple fr
10
Exceptionnel
Pros:

Ce fut l’un des meilleurs hôtels de Zanzibar ! Il n’y a vraiment pas de mots pour décrire cet établissement : tout était absolument parfait.

Le personnel est adorable, d’une gentillesse incroyable et vraiment aux petits soins. Nous y avons fêté notre anniversaire de mariage et l’hôtel nous avait préparé plein de jolies surprises qui ont rendu notre séjour encore plus magique.

Mention spéciale au chef cuisinier, tout simplement exceptionnel ! Nous nous sommes régalés à chaque repas.

Une adresse que nous recommandons les yeux fermés et que nous n’oublierons pas !

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Peter couple nl
10
Fantastische plek, top service
Pros:

De locatie in Jambiani is fantastisch. Het is heel rustig gelegen, een kleinschalig complex dat door Madalina fantastisch wordt gerund. Het team is zeer gastvrij en je ziet dat ze plezier hebben in hun werk. Alles is zeer goed onderhouden en de kamer, de tuin met heerlijke bedjes, alles ziet er spik en span uit.
Wat een geweldige plek om tot rust te komen en te genieten van Zanzibar.

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Lucie Allain solo_traveller fr
10
Parfait
Pros:

Le personnel : ce sont tous des pépites ! D'une grande gentillesse, serviabilité et bienveillants.
Mention particulière pour la gérante qui est faite pour ce métier, quelle douceur et disponibilité.
Grâce à tous notre séjour a pu être personnalisé.
Au niveau des infrastructures tout permet de se détendre : la chambre est sublime, les équipements sont propres et bien adaptés au besoin, le rooftop est incroyable avec une vue sublime. La piscine permet de se rafraîchir par rapport à la chaleur de l'eau de la mer.
Le service de laverie est parfait et le moins cher des autres hôtels que nous avons fait à Zanzibar.
Enfin, la nourriture y est succulente, pas besoin d'aller manger ailleurs du petit déjeuner au dîner.

Cons:

Rien !

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Julia couple gb
10
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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DENIZ couple gb
10
Dreamy stay with the best team ❤️❤️
Pros:

Everything ! the location and staff was amazing had great few days relaxing after a week in Nungwi

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Johann solo_traveller mt
10
Pros:

Madalina especially and the rest of the staff was exceptional. She took care of all we needed. Highly responsive (even before our stay) The prices are affordable. The food was exquisite. This is the place to stay

Cons:

Everything was perfect.

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Rostane couple fr
10
The best hotel experience of our lives.
Pros:

Throughout our travels, we thought we knew what refinement and exceptional hospitality looked like. We were wrong and we can honestly say that places like this are incredibly rare.

First, we want to thank Madalina, the hotel manager. She is, without a doubt, one of the main reasons this hotel is so extraordinary. We have never experienced such a level of dedication, attention and genuine care.
From sunrise until late in the night, she was always present near the guests and not behind a desk, checking on every guest, anticipating every need and making everyone feel truly special. She waits until the last guest has gone to bed before leaving. She goes one step further with every demand, always finding a way to exceed expectations.
Her professionalism, elegance and leadership are worthy of the finest luxury hotels in the world. Yet what impressed us the most was how personal and heartfelt everything felt. She remembers names, notices the smallest details, anticipates guests’ wishes before they even have to ask, and creates an atmosphere where everyone feels unique.
Nowhere have we experienced such a personalized, genuine and sincere level of service.

Madalina doesn’t just manage a hotel, she defines what true hospitality should be, and every day became even more memorable thanks to the incredible team.

The Passion Hotel is beautiful: the rooms, the beach, the food and the atmosphere are all exceptional. But beautiful hotels exist all over the world.
What makes this place truly unique is its people. The Passion Hotel is not unforgettable because of its location, it is unforgettable because of the people who bring it to life every single day. The smiles, kindness, generosity and authenticity of every single member of the team are unlike anything we have experienced before.

Thanks to the entire team for creating unforgettable memories.
If you’re looking for genuine hospitality, warmth and an experience that goes far beyond luxury, this is it.

We will be back.

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Pablo couple de
10
If you’re planning a trip to Zanzibar, do yourself a favor and stay here. We can’t wait to come back.
Pros:

My wife and I stayed at Passion Boutique Hotel for our honeymoon, and I honestly couldn’t have chosen a better hotel for such a special trip. From the moment we arrived, it was clear that every small detail had been thought through — the hotel, the amenities, the room, all exceptional. It genuinely made the whole stay unforgettable.

The service from the entire staff is the best we’ve ever experienced. They know every guest, and more than that, they learn what you like and your taste, so the recommendations you get every single day are spot on. Madalina, the manager, is on top of absolutely everything and is available 24/7 — whether it was booking a day trip, telling us where to go in Jambiani, putting together a to-go box at 1am, or arranging a special dinner on the beach. Nothing was ever too much trouble.

The restaurant deserves its own mention — amazing food, with 4-5 specials per meal so you can keep trying new things every day. Everything is fresh, and it was without a doubt the best food we had anywhere in Zanzibar. It’s so good that people staying at nearby hotels come by just to eat there.

And then there’s the beach — a quiet stretch right in front of the hotel, with beautiful spots you can walk to nearby.

We also spent time in Nungwi during our trip, and even though every blog out there pushes Nungwi as the place to stay, we can say with confidence that Jambiani is so much better. It’s not overpriced, the quality is better, locals give you your space, and the scenery is simply stunning.

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Natascha couple de
10
One of the best hotels we have ever been
Pros:

A hotel is not only a bed and a restaurant. The real good ones have a soul and a spirit. We loved every minute in this small and cozy hotel. Madalina and her team has taken care of us in the best possible way. If you are looking for a calm, beautiful hotel that offers delicious food at a very fair price, the Passion Boutique Hotel is the place to go.

2026-07-06 via Nuitee