The Zanzibari Hotel - Nungwi

Boutique beachfront hotel with private plunge pools in every villa and an original Dhow bar

Rooms & Villas

The Zanzibari offers all en-suite accommodations with private balconies overlooking the ocean. Each villa comes with a private plunge pool and an outdoor patio for enhanced privacy. The architecture draws from Portuguese, Arab, and Omani cultural influences, visible in the design of the rooms and grounds.

Dining

The Dhow Restaurant serves 5-course dinners combining international and local flavors, with furniture made from reclaimed Dhow wood-each piece unique. By the pool, The Mvuvi Bar offers lunches, snacks, and light evening meals. Breakfast is served from a set menu with fresh fruit and juices, and the hotel also provides special diet menus upon request.

Wellness & Spa

The on-site spa, set right by the Indian Ocean, offers over 10 types of treatments including massages, body scrubs, and manicures. Guests can book paired couples massages or full-body treatments, and the spa also provides yoga classes. A spa lounge and relaxation area are available for pre- and post-treatment use.

Activities & Location

The Zanzibari Hotel is located on a small rocky cliff with 100 meters of private beach and views toward Mnemba Island. Nungwi fishing village is a 15-minute walk away, offering local culture, and the hotel arranges snorkeling at Mnemba Atoll and sunset cruises. Guests can also join bike tours, walking tours, and evening entertainment like live music performances.

Family & Amenities

The Zanzibari Hotel provides family-friendly amenities including a kids' menu, family rooms, and a shallow end in the infinity pool. Evening entertainment, happy hour, and a shared lounge/TV area are available for all ages. The property also offers bicycle rental, water sport facilities on site, and a 24-hour front desk with tour desk assistance.

• Rooms: All en-suite with private plunge pools and ocean-view balconies
• Dining: Dhow Restaurant with 5-course dinners and reclaimed wood furniture
• Wellness: Spa with 10+ treatments and yoga classes by the Indian Ocean
• Location: Private beach, 15 min walk from Nungwi fishing village
• Activities: Snorkeling, sunset cruises, bike tours, live music
• Family: Kids' menu, family rooms, shallow-end infinity pool