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Swahili Zanzibar Villas

4.5 star property

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Deluxe Apartment | Beach/ocean view

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

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Zanzibar Central South, Jambiani, Unguja South Region
  • Place, Jambiani Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kite Centre Zanzibar
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Paje Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Twin Room

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Quadruple Room, Non Smoking, Pool View

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Apartment

  • Beach view
  • 80 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 3 King Beds

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About the area

Jambiani

A luxury stay in Jambiani awaits you at Swahili Zanzibar Villas . You'll be within a 10-minute walk of Jambiani Beach and 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Kuza Cave. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and an outdoor swimming pool. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with detox wraps, body wraps and aromatherapy. At the hotel's own beach bar, you can stop for a drink. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find umbrellas, and enjoy the on-site indoor swimming pool and kids' club. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a children's swimming pool and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning free buffet breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free beach shuttle. .In the area of this 4.5-property class Jambiani hotel, you'll find Paje Beach.

What's nearby

  • Jambiani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 7 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Paje Beach - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Pingwe Beach - 23 min drive - 25.3 km
  • Michamvi Kae Beach - 29 min drive - 30.1 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Your Zanzibar Place - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beach Boheme - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kisiwa on the Beach - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪B4 Beach Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪BAHARI Pizza-Restaurant-Bar - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Swahili Zanzibar Villas

For a free ride to the surf and sand, catch the hotel's complimentary beach shuttle. Enjoy the free beach club on site and umbrellas for a relaxing day at the beach. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Swahili Zanzibar Villas such as a children's club, an outdoor pool and an indoor pool.

Free breakfast is available daily. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a beach bar. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Jambiani hotel is smoke free.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Locker space
  • Bar on the beach
  • Coffee shop
Swahili Zanzibar Villas offers 13 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature private pools and private plunge pools. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. This Jambiani hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps.

Bathrooms include a rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a safe and complimentary bottles of water. In-room massages, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic and hydrotherapy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Free beach club
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Private wine tours
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Shopping centre
  • Wine tasting room
  • Winery release events

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Beach toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • In-room babysitting
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool toys
  • Private plunge pool
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach umbrellas
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the beach
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Lever door handles
  • No lift

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private plunge pool

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee grinder
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Meal delivery service
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Spices

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Swahili Zanzibar Villas ?

Swahili Zanzibar Villas offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Swahili Zanzibar Villas ?

Yep, Swahili Zanzibar Villas has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Swahili Zanzibar Villas ?

Yep, Swahili Zanzibar Villas is a short 5-minute walk from Jambiani Beach. Fun beach activities include yoga and volleyball.

Is there a spa on site at Swahili Zanzibar Villas ?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as Swedish massages.

Does Swahili Zanzibar Villas have a pool?

Take your pick from an outdoor pool, an indoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying in a cabana and under the shade of an umbrella.

What luxury perks are available at Swahili Zanzibar Villas ?

Swahili Zanzibar Villas features an outdoor pool, an indoor pool and 2 restaurants. All guestrooms come with private plunge pools, premium bedding and private yards.

What makes Swahili Zanzibar Villas a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and winery tours, as well as private plunge pools and rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Swahili Zanzibar Villas .

Is Swahili Zanzibar Villas family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's club and a children's pool, as well as children's dinnerware and children's books in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Swahili Zanzibar Villas is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Swahili Zanzibar Villas ?

No, but there are private pools and private plunge pools in the guestrooms.

Does Swahili Zanzibar Villas serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary buffet breakfast is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Swahili Zanzibar Villas ?

No, Swahili Zanzibar Villas does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Swahili Zanzibar Villas ?

Yep, they've got a beach bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Swahili Zanzibar Villas ?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Swahili Zanzibar Villas ?

No, pets are not allowed.

Swahili Zanzibar Villas Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aloice

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was a nice place for my family but not many options for eating. The host was exceedingly nice and accommodating. For the type of services we usually get, it was average but the cost was very doable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024