The Residence Zanzibar

The staff were all really helpful and supportive. Shout out to Frank, Marco, and Johanes, especially with the kids. The facilities and the food (breakfast and dinner) were top. Checkin and checkout were smooth and easy. Family friendly and quality services.

Loved the view and sunsets from the ocean-front villa as well as the private pools. The room was large and the bathroom was huge!The staff was extremely attentive and accommodating for every need. Bicycles are provided and fun to ride around the property. We loved seeing monkeys, dik diks, and elephant shrews daily around the property. Take walks along the ocean during low tide (to the right you will pass many fishing boats and huts, art stands, and then find a bar on a promontory where drinks are half the price compared to the Residence). We paid for an excursion to Jozani Forest, which we could have done without because the property is teeming with both black monkeys and red colobus monkeys. We did very much enjoy the outing to Saalam Caves to feed the sea turtles. The Safari Blue trip was nice but expensive and a long trip. We didn’t visit anyplace north or west or east, but we chose this place for the seclusion and tranquility—and that is what we experienced.

This hotel has everything that you need to make perfect holiday memories. Having a private pool is a fantastic charm to enjoy in the morning until the beach waves are back. Kids' clubs ensure your child is engaged and well cared for. Dinner options are truly incredible, and having fresh grills every day will add even more flavour to the food. The chef will go above and beyond expectations to ensure that dietary requirements are met.

Fantastic location with brilliant villas and individual pool and seclusion. Bikes were fun. Birds and monkeys great to watch. Very good food.

the unbeatable position and the spectacular sunsets, in a garden that seems a continuation of the jungle. the people, which have all made the difference . rarely met so many great and smiling individuals. if you can, pick beach villas and ask for 105 to 100: best sunset and quiet..