Zanzibar Beach Escape Oceanfront Villa & boutique Hotel

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Bwejuu Zanzibar Tanzania , Bwejuu , TZ

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent fresh seafood / strong food & beverage
Friendly, helpful staff (Dan, Said)
Beachfront location / terrace with ocean access
Clean rooms and pleasant garden/lighting
Air conditioning and generator backup
Cons:
Misleading or obstructed sea view for some rooms
Low tide can prevent swimming close to the property (no pool)
Manager behaviour reported (shouting at staff)
Limited on-site amenities (no pool, reliance on nearby services)

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Cleanliness
1
Rooms cleaned every two days and generally described as tidy; positive comments about well-kept grounds and evening atmosphere.
Service
1
Staff repeatedly described as friendly, helpful and smiling (Dan and Said singled out); however one review reports the manager loudly shouting at employees, a notable negative incident.
Location
1
Mixed: property is beachfront and many praise the terrace/shore access, but a detailed complaint highlights no actual sea view (blocked by a nearby roof) and strong low-tide effects leaving a muddy stretch and limited swimming—this significantly lowers location sentiment.
Room Quality
1
Comfortable beds and beachfront rooms (sand at the door) praised; air conditioning works well. Some expectations about sea view are unmet for at least one guest.
Amenities
1
Amenities are limited: no pool (important given the strong low-tide issue), massages offered nearby but not an on-site solution; generator for power cuts is a positive but does not fully compensate for missing guest amenities.
Value for Money
1
Several guests praised value (extended stays, strong recommendations, good half-board option) and fresh local produce contributing to perceived good value.
Food and Beverage
1
Consistently excellent feedback: fresh seafood caught by local fishermen, repeatedly praised chef (Danny) and meals described as restaurant-quality and a highlight of the stay.
Overall Experience
1
Generally positive for most guests (many would return and recommended the hotel), though one guest reported a very negative stay due to management behaviour and location/swimming issues, making the overall impression mildly positive but mixed.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-03-25 01:07

Property Description

Welcome to Zanzibar Beach Escape 1&2, your perfect getaway by the pristine shores of Bwejuu!

Private Beach Retreat
Unwind at our exclusive beachfront homestay, where the soft sands and azure waters are just steps away. Enjoy sunbathing or take leisurely strolls along the coastline, all while soaking in the tranquil ambiance.

Gastronomic Delights
Savor delicious meals at our onsite restaurant, offering a delightful blend of African cuisine. Start your day with an enticing continental or Italian breakfast, featuring fresh pastries and local specialties served in our charming outdoor dining area.

Comfort and Convenience
Each unit is designed for your comfort, complete with a flat-screen TV, private bathroom, and essential amenities like a fridge and coffee machine. Free WiFi and parking ensure a hassle-free stay, while guests can join in exciting activities like cycling around the scenic Bwejuu.

Don’t miss the opportunity for an unforgettable experience—book your stay at Zanzibar Beach Escape 1&2 today!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 1
Service: 1
Location: 1
Room Quality: 1
Amenities: 1
Value for Money: 1
Food and Beverage: 1
Overall Experience: 1
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Mohamed • couple • tz
10
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Dave • couple • za
1
A total con. Adverised as 120 sq m but nearer 50sq m (I measured it). Villa facilities didn't exist.
Pros:

Breakfast was adequate but no more. Some fruit, an egg and a vienna sausage.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Laurence • solo_traveller • tz
10
Pros:

Whenever I have the opportunity ,I always love coming back to this place.i know the area and it's surrounding very well,and Zanzibar beach escape remains one of my favorite places,the relaxing atmosphere, breathtaking ocean views, delicious food ,and warm hospitality make every visit.it truly feels like a home away from home,highly recommended.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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La Toya • solo_traveller • de
10
Absolut empfehlenswert
Pros:

Die Lage ist absolut genial. Wir hatten das Zimmer mit direktem Meer Blick und Veranda. Auch beim Frühstück ist die Aussicht super toll. Der Chef und das Personal sind super freundlich und hilfsbereit. Auch wenn es darum geht Ausflüge zu organisieren ist Saidi äuserst hilfsbereit, oder taxi und tuk tuk fahrten zu organisieren. Hat alles wunderbar funktioniert. Die küche ist sehr lecker Nuru kocht echt gut und zusammen mit den Chef absolut genial, besonders der zubereitete frische Fisch war klasse. Einfach ein Schönes familiäres Verhältnis. Preis Leistung absolut empfehlenswert.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Elisabeth • family_with_children • no
9
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Anna • solo_traveller • cg
10
Pros:

A wonderful little escape by the ocean ,warm hospitality, delicious food ,peaceful atmosphere and beautiful views. Than you beach escape .for a truly stay, I would happily come back!

Cons:

Everything was all good 👍 I recommend it for guests lucking for peace ✌️

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Ken Andre • solo_traveller • no
10
Pros:

Beautiful place on the beach. Peaceful and comfortable. The staff are really helpful and friendly and made our stay something to remember.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Carlos • solo_traveller • ad
10
Pros:

A beautiful place to escape ,right by the ocean ,wonderful hospitality. Delicious food a peaceful atmosphere and an amazing Panoramic restaurant. Zanzibar beach escape truly feels like a special place

Cons:

Nothing, the stuff is very helpful I love them, thank them!

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Janets • solo_traveller • at
9
Pros:

A place where you can rest,a place where you can relax,thank you very much to zanZibar beach escape 🙏❤️

Cons:

The mattress should be replaced but otherwise everything is fine the staff iz helpful

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Emanuel • solo_traveller • ag
10
Pros:

Everything was good and pleasant I love it

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Anita • solo_traveller • de
7
Pros:

Gefallen hat uns die Lage am Strand. Das Personal war sehr freundlich und um uns bemüht.

Cons:

Gebucht hatten wir ein Apartment mit separatem Schlafzimmer und Klimaanlage. Da die Klimaanlage nicht funktionierte, gab man uns ein Doppelzimmer zum gleichen Preis, welches wir dann aber auch annahmen.
Die Matratzen waren ziemlich durchgelegen.
Das Frühstück war gerade so ok.
Mit der Auswahl an inkludiertem Frühstück auf der Karte in den Bildern der Beschreibung hatte es aber überhaupt nichts zu tun. Man hatte die Auswahl zwischen verschiedenen Zubereitungsarten der Eier mit etwas Obst und jeden 2. Tag einen Pfannkuchen. Für uns für 4 Tage war das ok. Aber dann sollte man nicht mit einer großen Auswahl werben.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Stella • solo_traveller • tz
10
Fantastic
Pros:

Location was nice and friendly everything was fine to me

Cons:

I liked everything

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Carlos • solo_traveller • ad
10
Pros:

A wonderful and peaceful stay in safe place with delicious food and warm hospitality.the panoramic restaurant overlooking the ocean was a real Highlight.i truly enjoyed my time here and am already thinking about coming back

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Radu • extended_group • ro
10
Raport calitate pret excelent
Pros:

Ospitalitatea gazdei, mancarea, privelistea din restaurant, pozitia.

Cons:

Am vazut ca au fost persoane care au dat niste review-uri foarte negative. Nu este adevarat ! Camerele sunt destul de mici si echipate doar cu strictul necesar dar si pretul este foarte mic comparativ cu alte cazari din zona.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Talki • solo_traveller • tz
10
Pros:

We chose beach escape based on a recommendation from friends, and we re so glad we did !a beautiful beach front location ,peaceful atmosphere, stunning views, and genuinely warm hospitality. The food was delicious,and the restaurant has an amazing ocean view perfect for enjoying a great meal while looking out over the turquoise sea.everything was even better than our friend had described we will definitely come back and highly recommend this place

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Anneth • solo_traveller • za
10
Pros:

We found zanzibar beach escape almost by accident. After disappointment with the hotel we had originally booked. We were walking along the beach when we noticed this place and decided to ask if they had a room available, luckily. They did.we booked through booking.com and stayed for two nights,we enjoyed it so much that we decided to extend our stay for several more nights.the staff are genuinely caring .the service is excellent, and we always felt safe and well looked after.this was exactly the kind of place we had hoped to find in zanzibar .some times a disappointing hotel leads you to the right one .for us ,zanzibar beach escape was definitely the right choice

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • za
10
Pros:

Kilakitu kilikua vizuri sana na tulifurahia sana kukaa hapa.Tunawashukuru sana wafanyakazi wote kwa ukarimu,huduma nzuri na mapokezi mazuri.Hakika tunatarajia kurudi tena hivi karibuni

K

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Esther Anne • solo_traveller • za
1
Pros:

I had asked for a room on the ground floor as I just had knee surgery. We were given a room at the top floor with steep stairs that I could not climb. The sea view that I requested was blocked by a dilapidated building, which was right in front of our room. Nothing worked in the room. The aircon, the ceiling fan, the TV it was a disaster. The breakfast included was a dry omelet, a chewy pancake, and a Vienna. The juice was watery and tasteless. The rest of the meals were just disastrous. Half of the menu was not available. I ended up stuck in the room as I could not walk up and down the steep stairs. We checked out on the second day. This establishment should not be advertised on booking sites it's not fit for human occupation. As I was celebrating my 60th birthday, it was a complete letdown. I would never refer this place to anyone. All there advertised pictures are false. It is nothing like it's advertised.

Cons:

Everything it was a disaster, the worst place I've ever been to and I've traveled a great deal. Pls consider taking it off your site

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • tz
10
very good food 👌 😋 👍 😊
Pros:

A big thank you to the entire team for taking such good care of us and makings us feel at home we are very happy with our experience and would definitely recommend zanzibar beach escape to anyone looking for peaceful and authentic stay in zanzibar ,thanks you for everything-we hope to come back again!!
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Cons:

every thing was all good

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Isabel • solo_traveller • de
8
Toller Strand, super Lage, Ausstattung solide
Pros:

Die Lage

Cons:

Nichts

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee