Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean and spacious rooms
Great food
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness in one review
Distance from the beach in some cases

Categories

Cleanliness
8.48
Some reviews mention dirt and mold, affecting overall cleanliness sentiment.
Service
9.99
Multiple reviews highlight friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.49
Several reviews emphasize the convenient location near the beach.
Room Quality
9.44
Reviews mention spacious, beautiful rooms with good amenities.
Amenities
9.47
Reviews highlight excellent facilities and complementary yoga classes.
Value for Money
9.43
Positive sentiment about receiving value for the price paid.
Food and Beverage
9.48
Guests appreciated the high quality and variety of food.
Overall Experience
9.45
Overall sentiment from reviews indicates a very positive experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 18:52

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation:
Samawa Living offers 5-star air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and safety deposit boxes.

Dining Variety:
Enjoy a diverse culinary experience with African, Chinese, and British cuisine options at the on-site restaurant, offering vegetarian, dairy-free, and halal choices.

Convenient Amenities:
Guests can relax by the outdoor swimming pool, stay active at the fitness centre, or unwind in the garden and terrace areas.
To book your stay at Samawa Living with its upscale amenities and exceptional service, contact us now.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 2 years old to 11 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    People 12 years old and over stay for US$55 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 617 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.48
Service: 9.99
Location: 9.49
Room Quality: 9.44
Amenities: 9.47
Value for Money: 9.43
Food and Beverage: 9.48
Overall Experience: 9.45
F
Fahdah • solo_traveller • sa
10
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Priscilla • couple • gh
8
Pros:

The facility and decor

Cons:

The Breakfast. Given the rooms were fully booked, they could have offered a buffet for breakfast.

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
E
Evert • extended_group • nl
9
We hadden een zeer aangenaam verblijf.
Pros:

Bijzonder aangenaam hotel met zeer vriendelijk en behulpzaam personeel. Ontbijt is uitstekend en kamers zijn stijlvol ingericht.

Cons:

De ligging aan de doorgaande weg al merk je daar door de afgeschermde bouw van het hotel weinig van.

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
J
Joseph • couple • gb
10
Stay here!
Pros:

Amazing place and staff were lovely.

Cons:

Nothing. All positive.

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Wolobah & Rita E. N. • couple • lr
10
Our stay at Samawa Living was great. The staff were extremely helpful and service was excellent
Pros:

The location and the service

Cons:

Mosquitoes but the hotel provides spray everyday.

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
H
Hans • solo_traveller • nl
7
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
J
Jade • couple • gb
10
The staff were exceptional, friendly and helpful
Pros:

The property was unique and had a calming vibe

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
S
sakhilep • solo_traveller • za
8
Superb place
Pros:

Beautiful place friendly stuff and the food was super great

Cons:

Breakfast had limited options and there is no cereal of which some of us enjoy it in the morning..coffee very not nice I hope they must change the beans

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
S
Sude • couple • nl
10
Super!
Pros:

Super locatie met vriendelijk personeel + lekker eten!

Cons:

Niets

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
K
Kalongo • couple • ug
10
Please stock up some alcohol to avoid moving out
Pros:

Ambiance

Cons:

No alcohol

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
H
Hannah Wanjiru • solo_traveller • ke
9
It’s was amazing
Pros:

It’s close to the beach

Cons:

none

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
K
Ken • couple • us
10
I had a great experience and I would come here again
Pros:

We had a fantastic time at Samawa! The property is gorgeous, intimate, and perfectly located just a short stroll from the beach. The rooms are beautiful, the food is fresh and delicious, and the wellness-focused atmosphere is so relaxing. A huge thank you to the wonderful staff—specifically to Kadogo, who was so incredibly helpful during our stay and made sure we were always well taken care of. If you are looking for a beautiful boutique hotel with outstanding hospitality in Zanzibar, this is the place to book!

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Sandrine • solo_traveller • ch
8
Pros:

Hotel à taille humaine, la piscine, la chambre est cosy et bien amenagee, le personnel est adorable

Cons:

Bâtiment en construction autour, bruit de chantier

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
• family_with_children • et
7
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
T
Tara • couple • gb
10
Perfectly relaxing experience
Pros:

The staff were amazingly welcoming. The facilities. The rooms. The food. Everything was superb

Cons:

N/a

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
G
Gillian • couple • za
6
2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
R
Regina Huberte Yacoli • couple • ci
10
Magic
2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Emmanuella • couple • gh
10
Pros:

Loved the place, amazing stuff and I’d definitely be going back again

Cons:

Their breakfast was too limited, didn’t really enjoy it

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
M
Melina • family_with_children • fr
9
2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
N
Nicolas • couple • fr
10
Amazing
Pros:

Amazing, very friendly staff. We loved our stay at this hotel. The location is absolutely superb! There is a very beautiful beach nearby as well as many restaurants.

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee