The Zanzibari Hotel in Nungwi, Zanzibar

The Zanzibari is a beautiful, boutique hotel located in Nungwi on the North Eastern tip of Zanzibar. Set above the beach on a low coral cliff with easy access to the sea, you are offered privacy, peace and tranquillity while taking in the stunning views of the Indian Ocean.

Our hotel is a perfect hotel for relaxing after your safari through the Tanzania circuits. The hotel is situated at the Northern side of Zanzibar, about 10 minute walking distance from Nungwi Village. The setting of the hotel is widely spread for privacy and for the feeling you are the only guests. The grounds are well maintained and Maasai keep the ground secure. The Ocean is coral flat with stone. There is a sand beach about 5 minutes’ walk from the hotel. Great natural pools where you can lie down and watch the beauty of the ocean’s colours and dhows sailing out at the evening time.

The staff is extremely kind, helpful, and courteous. Anything you desire they will do their best to arrange. Food is delicious and portions just perfect, daily choice of seafood, meat, chicken, and a vegetarian option for dinner. Rooms are spacious, beds very comfortable and the bathrooms fully functional. The restaurant and the suites are furnished with dhow’s furniture. The Zanzibari Hotel understand the importance of protecting the environment and supporting local businesses. Our long-term goal is to become completely self-sufficient by utilising renewable resources and sourcing food from the area. The absence of telephone, TV or radio reflects our guests’ wishes to immerse themselves in the beautiful surroundings and to listen instead to the sound of exotic birdsong and waves lapping upon the shore below.

The Zanzibari is located in Nungwi on the North-Eastern tip of Zanzibar. Getting to The Zanzibari takes one hour from Zanzibar Airport and the road is tarmac for the majority of the journey. If it is your first trip to Zanzibar you might be surprised to find donkeys, cows and chickens crossing the road as well as people hanging from the local taxis called “Dallah Dallahs” – the journey is an experience in its own right!

To ensure we keep to our goal of providing privacy and exclusivity, The Zanzibari offers just 8 standard rooms in Bougainvillea House, 2 Frangipane Villas and the Bustani (Swahili for “garden”) Suite, all with en-suite, ensuring that the hotel never feels crowded.

Eleven rooms nestle in the tropical gardens with breath-taking views over the Indian Ocean and tropical garden. In keeping with our ethos of working with natural and cultural traditions, we use local building techniques and natural materials to bring traditional beauty without sacrificing modern comforts. The design is influenced by the distinctive Afro-Arabian style unique to the Swahili Coast, combining rustic charm with exotic opulence. Each room sleeps two adults but we also have 2 family suites with a spacious beach veranda and private pool.

Room description: king size Zanzibarian bed, spacious bathroom with walk-in shower, private terrace with seating area looking out to the ocean.

 Room amenities: Remote controlled air conditioning, Personal safe, Hair dryer, king-size bed with mosquito net, Inside seating area, Plenty of wardrobe space, Tea & coffee making facilities, Walk-in shower room and WC, Single vanity sink, Bathrobe, Outside seating.

There are two dining areas at The Zanzibari. The Dhow Bar provides an inspiring setting for our snack lunch whilst our Main Restaurant provides a much more romantic and atmospheric setting for the evening meal. We’re passionate about food and uncompromising about the quality of our ingredients. Our policy is to source locally wherever possible, buying fish and seafood straight off our beach, picking fruit and vegetables from our own organic gardens and visiting the colourful local markets to support the community. Our food draws it influences from the exotic flavours of East African cooking as well as the simple fresh flavours of the Mediterranean.

Free WIFI in the lobby, restaurant & bar, Swimming pool, Massage etc.

Set above the beach on a low coral cliff with easy access to the sea, you are offered privacy, peace and tranquillity while taking in the stunning views of the Indian Ocean. We strive to offer our guests an oasis from the stresses and strains of daily life and unlike some of the larger Zanzibar hotels, we focus on providing an intimate, tranquil and private atmosphere with the added personal touch that will ease you into relaxation.

There is not really a bad or good time to go, but almost anytime it suits you. However there are two main seasons in Zanzibar. A High or Standard season is usually between June and March when you can expect Zanzibar to be very popular among worldwide tourists. Rainy season is usually during April and May when the heavy, but short rains can often occur, but it’s also the season when it’s the least crowded.

In Zanzibar there are many activities you can do.

For all the activities, we recommend you to contact us.