10 Top-Rated Resorts in Nungwi, Zanzibar Island, Zanzibar Archipelago

May 17, 2023 Leida Jutras

Discover the best Resorts in Nungwi, Zanzibar Island, Zanzibar Archipelago including DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Zanzibar - Nungwi, Sandies Baobab Beach Zanzibar, Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort, The Zanzibari, Essque Zalu Zanzibar, Mnarani Beach Cottages, Langi Langi Beach Bungalows, Zenobia Beach Resort, Tanzanite Beach Resort, Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar.
Restaurants in Nungwi

1. DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Zanzibar - Nungwi

Nungwi Tanzania
Excellent
52%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
5%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 2606 reviews

DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Zanzibar - Nungwi

Unwind at DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Zanzibar-Nungwi, Boasting a traditional Zanzibar style with Makuti palm leaf roofs, this resort offers spectacular sea views and direct beach access on the most northern tip of Zanzibar in Tanzania. Rest in a spacious guest room with a balcony or terrace and enjoy the views of the pool, exotic gardens or Indian ocean, relax on white sand with sun beds and shade umbrellas and explore the tropical waters while scuba diving or snorkeling. Plunge into the outdoor, freshwater pool or sip on cocktails and freshly squeezed fruit juices from Dolphin swim up pool bar. Savor innovative international and fusion specialties at Fisherman Seafood & Grill before admiring the Zanzibar sunset followed by a traditional, live entertainment at Ngalawa Restaurant. We offer complimentary parking on site and WiFi throughout the hotel.

Zanzibari paradise

Reviewed By Conrad O

Beautiful property, stunning views and incredibly friendly staff. Special thanks to the lady at Zee bar, unfortunately didn’t catch her name, for the special attention. And the food at fisherman’s grill is perfection. Would definitely recommend and can’t wait to come back!

2. Sandies Baobab Beach Zanzibar

Nungwi Road, Nungwi 73107 Tanzania
Excellent
67%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 327 reviews

Sandies Baobab Beach Zanzibar

A picturesque resort. Perfection.

Reviewed By N1499VUkimd

Pros: The resort is very spacious and has a comfortable environment. It has the best beach on the ridge. The staff are very friendly. The buffet is delicious, and it's delicious and cheap compared to other similar hotels in Nungwi. It is comfortable and the interior rooms are up-to-date. The room is spacious and the bed is big. Housekeeping twice a day and plenty of towels. Disadvantages: Sometimes electricity is cut off for a short time (less than 3 minutes twice a day). There is no TV in the room.

3. Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort

North Coast, Nungwi Tanzania
Excellent
58%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
3%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2060 reviews

Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort

A spectacular view of the Indian Ocean from almost anywhere on the resort makes this all-inclusive property a wonderful choice for those guests looking for a peaceful and relaxing vacation. Fantastic swimming pools, a beautiful beach with clear, turquoise waters and amazing sunsets all add to the ambiance! The rooms are large, approximately 80 square metres for Superior Rooms and 100 square metres for Suites. A spacious bathroom with a large bathtub, separate shower and double sinks provide luxurious comfort. All rooms include a quiet split-unit air conditioner, TV, fridge, coffee and tea making facilities, a safe and a terrace from which to enjoy the view. The warm, friendly staff invite you to enjoy meals in the buffet restaurant with a varied selection of local and international dishes or a traditional pizza oven near the beach offers a quick snack while you relax by the pool.

Wonderful place, superb service, the guest is made to feel like a king

Reviewed By Isabel086

This is a beautiful place with lovely rooms and a great location. The team is brilliant, they make you feel so welcome, are attentive to your needs and put a smile on your face all the time. I cannot wait to go back. This is the place!

4. The Zanzibari

Nungwi Road, Nungwi 10437 Tanzania
Excellent
71%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 512 reviews

The Zanzibari

The Zanzibari is located in Nungwi on the northeastern tip of Zanzibar. Set above the beach on a low coral cliff with easy access to the sea you are offered privacy, peace and tranquility while taking in the stunning views of the Indian Ocean. The hotel has many high quality facilities, including our infinity pool, spa and famous Dhow Restaurant.

Thumbs up

Reviewed By 103t0urist

I needed to a quiet and serene environment to escape to for a couple of days and I am glad that I chose to stay at The Zanzibari. Not only was the environment serene, the service and accommodation were excellent. Although they had a set menu, they were more than willing to accommodate my request to sample local cuisine. To top it off, the manager was kind enough to offer a discount after I extended my stay by one night. The hotel also ensured that all protocols related to Covid-19 were observed.

5. Essque Zalu Zanzibar

Nungwi 3151 Tanzania
Excellent
73%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 981 reviews

Essque Zalu Zanzibar

Take a deep breath of fresh Indian ocean air, relax and unwind. Essque Zalu Zanzibar is an intimate boutique destination nestled in a natural cove in the north east coast of Unguja (alias Zanzibar). Essque Zalu Zanzibar combines contemporary luxury with a real sense of place. This boutique hotel has the turquoise waters of the Indian ocean to one side and lush green forest to the other, and there is just a hint of spice in the warm and fragrant tropical air. At Essque Zalu Zanzibar, create your own personal paradise, your own kind of luxury, an experience of a lifetime. Choose from 40 individual suites and 8 villas all with picturesque views over the lush tropical garden or the ocean turquoise blue. Our suites offer a luxurious-styled space crafted from local materials, adorned with native artwork and housed under a traditional pitched makuti roof. From farm to table, we take great pride in our sumptuous cooking. Satisfy your taste buds with a choice of two unique restaurants, three well stocked bars and a variety of destination dining experiences. Unashamedly indulgent, the Spa comprises of two couples treatment rooms, four single rooms, vichy shower, a sauna and steam room - a haven of restorative and rejuvenating perfection. Using only 100% truly organic and natural ingredients, our focus is on capturing the intelligence of nature in the restorative process. We know that the essence of nature can synergistically interact with the energy system, and this knowledge forms the basis of our Africology creations, all orchestrated to help you lead a more holistic lifestyle. Essque Zalu is your outpost into the first steps of the wildness and tranquility of Zanzibar. Reconnect with nature and experience a land rich in life and uninhabited space. We offer guests the opportunity to partake in activities to experience some of the islands most Spectacular and scenic excursions.

Spledid rooms | Excellent excursions, activities and experiences | Lacks matured service levels for their higher pricing

Reviewed By samaroshm

This is a feedback. I am a customer enrolled via Dnata program. I am travelling after 3 years with my partner and I have been dreamy excited about our first trip in 3 years. Dnata has been a splendid experience but I have begun to regret my choice of yours as a hotel because I dont see the same reciprocation from your side on my expectation of this trip. I wanted to plan a perfect itineraried stay and trip at your hotel but I noticed your turnaround responses are slow, your website doesnt furnish enough information on excursions and despite asking specific questions I dont get clear answers. This is why I have planned to reduce the duration of my stay wity you. Also your quotes are really high for the service being observed. I hope you take this feedback constructively and remedy it for your better future.

6. Mnarani Beach Cottages

North Coast, Nungwi 3361 Tanzania
Excellent
45%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
7%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 687 reviews

Mnarani Beach Cottages

Mnarani Beach Cottages is a beach resort hotel, located on the northernmost tip of Zanzibar Island in the village of Nungwi, next to the old lighthouse.Mnarani has been independently recommended by The Lonely Planet Guide, The Bradt Guide to Zanzibar and many other East African travel guidebooks.

Lovely place ?

Reviewed By bahdeh

This is just an amazing place to stay . On arrival the staff welcomed us in such a way that we already felt at home.our room was super clean and the view from our room was just superb . Special thanks to Khalid and khamis and all the staff for our our trip as a memorable one. Will definitely be back again ?

7. Langi Langi Beach Bungalows

Nungwi Village, Nungwi, Zanzibar, Nungwi Tanzania
Excellent
52%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
5%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 734 reviews

Langi Langi Beach Bungalows

LangiLangi Beach Bunaglows is located in Nungwi, Zanzibar. The hotel has got a total of 34 rooms which are Standard Garden Room, Pool Room, Seaview Suite, Marhaba Suite and Royal Zanzibari Suite.

Great location, beautiful views, good clean rooms

Reviewed By Craigmac35

We really enjoyed our 3 nights at LangiLangi, We had a deluxe room, which was a good size with great views. The room had a good shower and plenty of space. The deck below was great to view the sunset, and very relaxing to have a drink. Breakfast was ok, could have been a little better, but bit was low season so wasn't so busy. The pool area was nice and the little dikdiks running around were cute.

8. Zenobia Beach Resort

Nungwi-North Coast, Nungwi 73107 Tanzania
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 11 reviews

Zenobia Beach Resort

ZENOBİA BEACH hotel is the original boutique hotel on zanzibar island; opening in July 2021 .. Our hotel, which has the most perfect location of the island of zanzibar, is next to the Indian ocean. We started service as a completely renovated facility. We do not say that we are better than other hotels; Only guests can decide this, but we are different from others. We serve you in Nungwi, the northern point of the island, which has the most beautiful white beach and turquoise ocean in the world, where the tide is very mild. Goodbye until the day you come to experience our difference.

Excellent value for money

Reviewed By Sweet_NK

Perfect location on Nungwi, Zanzibar. Hotel is very close to several good restaurants, the taxi station and shops. The view from all the rooms is that of spectacular turquoise oceans. The rooms are spacious and clean with daily house keeping. The staff are very friendly and welcoming. Breakfast was good with freshly baked pastries daily. I had an issue with our bed and our night lamp and during our 10 day stay both issues weren't fixed. The resort could use a little bit of maintenance but beyond the issues we had, we had a perfect stay and I will recommend 100 percent.

9. Tanzanite Beach Resort

North-East Coast Zanzibar, Nungwi 4036 Tanzania
Excellent
33%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
8%
Terrible
10%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 211 reviews

Tanzanite Beach Resort

Tanzanite Beach Resort is situated on a beautiful beach in Nungwi, on the northwestern side of paradise island of Zanzibar, Tanzania. Accommodation is in 18 tastefully decorated self-contained double bungalows, all with private balconies and magnificent views over the Indian Ocean. Whether you are looking for a special family vacation, a romantic getaway or business with pleasure, Tanzanite Beach Resort makes sure that your stay is comfortable, fun and relaxation.Karibu! Welcome!

Amazing resort, already want to go back!

Reviewed By missdaniela91

Stayed at this hotel and it was everything I needed and more. My first trip post covid, and it didnt disappoint. Upon arriving I was greeted by Uwe one of the managers there and he literally said 'welcome to paradise' and he wasnt wrong, The resort is on a beach front, when the tide goes out, you see beautiful sandbanks and the most breathtaking views. The sea is super warm even for a morning swim. The rooms are large and very clean, the bed is one of the most comfortable ones I have ever slept on, the first nights sleep there was so relaxing. Breakfast every morning was fresh fruit and juice with a stunning view of the indian ocean. The staff were super friendly and helpful, always with a smile on their face. Free wifi and towels available for the pool area. Already wanting to go back! Thank you for the most pleasant stay :) Karibu

10. Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar

Nungwi Road, Nungwi 73107 Tanzania
Excellent
77%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 3096 reviews

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar

The All Inclusive Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar, renovated in 2019, opens all year round and is located directly on Nungwi Beach, on the northern tip of Unguja, the main island of the archipelago of Zanzibar. Riu Palace is the most elegant category in the RIU hotel chain, with hotels that meet the highest standards in terms of luxury, excellence and sophistication, creating a unique experience. The location is ideal due to its proximity to Nungwi (3 km), Stone Town (57 km) and Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) (66km) and invites you to explore the area. The hotel has 200 cozily furnished rooms with free WiFi and offers many amenities. Relax in our spa or get in shape at the gym. 3 outdoor pools, one of them with integrated whirlpool, and 1 relaxation pool at the Spa area. Daytime and evening entertainment. For lovers of gastronomy, live cooking stations at our main buffet, Fusion and Steakhouse specialty restaurants, as well as 4 bars.

shame the way we were treated at this resort

Reviewed By MariaSilvestte

It's a shame the way we were treated at this resort, if I didn't know other RIU resorts, I would believe that this is the brand's usual behaviour. We were forced to pass through 3 rooms during our stay, with the attendant discomfort of packing and unpacking, We were forced to go through 3 rooms, with the consequent inconvenience and loss of vacation time to pack and unpack, as a result of incorrect check-in, broken air conditioning for three days and consequently no hot water for bathing When they assigned us the first room it was intentionally for just one night and in the second they knew that the air conditioning unit was having technical problems and constantly breaking down. They sold the IT service with access to 3 a la carte restaurants, when in fact they do not intend to offer this service. If the hotel is full (justification for all the limitations and difficulties) it is, to say the least, strange that all the restaurants are closed 4 out of 7 days... On the day of check out, if the departure is late (in our case it was at 6.30 pm) we are only allowed to use the bar and restaurant services at an additional cost. There is no facility for hygiene before the trip, after a day at the beach or pool. This situation is all the more serious as they are aware that on the first day the arrival was also late and that we paid for 1 full day of a service that we did not use. In other resorts and in a similar situation, we were always provided with an installation specifically for this purpose and allowed access to all the resort's services. For a family of 4 adults who stayed in your facilities for 10 days, The first day they didn't enjoy anything because of the late arrival and on the last day we just had breakfast, it is very bad to say the least... We have nothing to say to the maids, the staff at the restaurants, the bars and the gardeners that we came across during our stay, who always played their role with care, always being cordial and friendly. Regarding the bars, despite being available, cordial and friendly, the bartenders produce very bad cocktails, despite having good ingredients and even good alcoholic drinks, they mix ingredients that do not correspond to the cocktail they advertise. Incompetence or lack of training as bartenders!?! In a 10-day stay, it seemed too bad and a stain that will hardly be removed in our relationship with the RIU chain. We are clients of other international networks where we have been in different parts of the world, namely Pestana, Meliá, Iberostar and Bahia Príncipe/Dom Pablo Collection and we never had anything to point out.

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