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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 637 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
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DANI • solo_traveller • il
10
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Basma • couple • fr
10
Peaceful stay
Pros:

Peaceful hotel !
Nice staff ☺️
Everything went very well.
The electrostimulation is a very good plus ☺️

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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SipiweJ • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Chaka • couple • zm
9
Beautiful stay, and I'd confidant
Pros:

Breakfast was amazing. We loved it. The rooms were clean and staff were friendly and accommodating.

Cons:

Cake/dessert wasn't beautifully baked. We didn't even eat.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Chaka • couple • zm
9
Absolutely amazing. I would recommend
Pros:

Breakfast was amazing.

Cons:

Cake/dessert wasn't beautifully baked.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
T
Thando • couple • za
10
Beautiful Stay , worth the money
Pros:

Perfect location , Awesome stuff and Beautiful Hotel

Cons:

Nothing I loved everything

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
O
Ofir • couple • il
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
A
Amina • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Staff were very kind, the food was great and pool area was very relaxing. The food was amazing.

Cons:

A very quiet location but it was good to relax and they have free rides to the beach for less than 5mins which has lots of restaurants

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
S
Savaş • solo_traveller • tr
10
Mükemmel
Pros:

Herşey

Cons:

Havuz yemekler, odaların temizliği

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Néomie • family_with_children • fr
10
Incroyable
Pros:

L’hôtel est encore plus beau que en photo. Le personnel est incroyable, souriant, disponible et très accueillant.

Cons:

Rien

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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alanazi • couple • kw
8
We had a very pleasant experience, and I would definitely recommend staying at this resort if you visit Zanzibar.
Pros:

It was a great resort overall. The rooms were clean, spacious, and comfortable, and the staff were wonderful, especially the reception team. We really enjoyed our stay.

Cons:

There are a few areas that could be improved:

1. The gym needs some attention, as many of the machines are either broken or not working properly. Since resorts like this are mainly for relaxation and rejuvenation, the gym is an important facility for guests who want to stay active during their stay.
2. The spa could also be improved. Since relaxation and wellness are a big part of the resort experience, I think the spa facilities and services could use some attention to make the overall experience better for guests.
3. Room service for food closes quite early, around 9 or 10 PM. I think it would be much better if it were available 24 hours, especially for guests arriving late or wanting something to eat after the restaurants have closed.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
H
Hassan • couple • tz
9
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Noémie • couple • fr
10
Super séjour
Pros:

Les équipements, le personnel tout

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Aisha • extended_group • ae
10
Amazing
Pros:

The staff were amazing , trying hard to accommodate any request. Always avaliabe

Cons:

Not beach front

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Bettina • couple • no
10
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Louay • couple • ae
10
Amazing Stay !
Pros:

Absolutely wonderful stay! The hospitality was amazing, the food was delicious, and all the staff were so kind, so welcoming, and always smiling… A special thank you to Nancy, Nicholas, Stella, and everyone else who made us feel so welcome. You can truly feel the love and positive energy here!! What a beautiful experience in Paje Zanzibar we would definitely come back! 🌴❤️

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Muasya • couple • ke
10
I loved everything about my stay at Samawa. The fact that all meals are à la carte was the icing on the cake for me
Pros:

Everything. The rooms are beautiful, clean and spacious.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Juliana • solo_traveller • gb
10
Exceeded my expectations 😍
Pros:

I visited the restaurant at Samawa living last year and promised myself I would return to stay. It certainly lived up to my expectations. I had a wonderful stay and would definitely recommend it. The staff were warm, welcoming and attentive, making the experience feel really special.

The hotel has a beautiful, relaxing atmosphere, with comfortable rooms, stylish décor and a fantastic pool area. The complimentary beach shuttle was also very convenient.

Overall, it was a lovely place to relax and recharge. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and would definitely return. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
M
Melat • couple • et
10
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
E
Eleonora • couple • gb
10
Best resort in Paje
Pros:

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Samawa in Paje, Zanzibar! 🌴✨

From the moment we arrived, everyone was incredibly kind, welcoming and friendly. The customer service team, restaurant staff and housekeeping were all amazing and always happy to help. You can really feel the warmth and friendliness of the people here.

Our room was superb, beautifully designed, with a gorgeous interior, spotless cleanliness and an incredibly comfortable bed. Everything felt very well cared for.

And the food… absolutely amazing! 🤩 Even though breakfast is à la carte, there was plenty of food and so much choice. We also had some fantastic meals at the restaurant. I had the best lobster pasta, and the burgers were absolutely delicious! 🍝🦞🍔

We genuinely loved our stay and would highly recommend Samawa to anyone looking for a beautiful, relaxing and welcoming place to stay in Paje. We would definitely come back! ❤️🌴

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee