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Essque Zalu Zanzibar - Life's Perfect... sometimes

5.0 star property
Hotel with private beach and full-service spa

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Terrace/patio
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Garden View | Living room
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

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  • Pool
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Nungwi Village, Nungwi, 3151
  • Popular LocationMnarani Natural Aquarium5 min walk
  • Popular LocationNungwi Beach13 min walk
  • Popular LocationNungwi Natural Aquarium4 min drive
  • AirportZanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)95 min drive

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
  • 55 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 1 King Bed, Beach View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
  • 80 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite, Garden View

Superior Suite, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
  • 85 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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LCD TV, DVD player

Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Villa, 4 Bedrooms, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
  • 350 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 King Beds and 2 Single Beds

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Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Garden View

Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
  • 300 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Single Beds

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Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Ocean View

Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
  • 300 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Nungwi

A luxury stay in Nungwi awaits you at Essque Zalu Zanzibar. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Nungwi Beach and Mnarani Natural Aquarium. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 2 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges and a full-service spa. .A relaxing day at Essque Zalu Zanzibar Spa can include massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with aromatherapy and mani/pedis. The fine-dining restaurant, A La Carte Fine Dining, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own beach bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site nearby private beach, outdoor swimming pool and free kids' club. A meeting room, a conference centre, and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a free manager's reception. Each morning free continental breakfast is offered between 7 AM and 11 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Near this 5-property class Nungwi hotel, you'll find Kendwa Beach.

What's nearby

  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium - 5 min walk
  • Nungwi Beach - 13 min walk
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium - 4 min drive
  • Kendwa Beach - 15 min drive
  • Mnemba Island - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • Promenade Main Restaurant - 7 min drive
  • M&J Cafe - 3 min drive
  • Ginger Bar - 7 min drive
  • Nungwi Inn - 4 min drive
  • Mangi's Bar - 4 min drive

About this property

Essque Zalu Zanzibar - Life's Perfect... sometimes

Hotel with private beach and full-service spa
Feel the sun on your face and watch the ocean waves from the private white sand beach. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at Essque Zalu Zanzibar such as a complimentary children's club and an outdoor pool.

Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. There are 2 restaurants and 2 coffee shops/cafes, as well as a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges, a beach bar and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This luxury hotel also offers a children's pool, a steam room and a fitness centre. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Nungwi hotel is smoke free.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar on the beach
  • Bar by the pool
Essque Zalu Zanzibar offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, dressing gowns, slippers and designer toiletries.

This Nungwi hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. In-room massages and an iron/ironing board can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Essque Zalu Zanzibar Spa has 6 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 2 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM to 11 AM
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • A La Carte Fine Dining
  • Jetty Restaurant
  • Market Kitchen

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • DVD player
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 6 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony/patio

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 4 per cent for credit card payments
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Essque Zalu Zanzibar

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 61.50 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 79
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 39.50 (from 5 to 13 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 118.50
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 59.25 (from 5 to 12 years old)
  • 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.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 58.60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 61.50 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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.
  • For stays on 25 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner.
  • For stays on 1 January, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner.
  • For stays on 14 February, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Valentine's Day gala dinner.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Essque
Essque Zalu
Essque Zalu Zanzibar
Essque Zalu Zanzibar Hotel
Essque Zalu Zanzibar Hotel Nungwi
Essque Zalu Zanzibar Nungwi
Essque Zanzibar
Zalu Essque
Zanzibar Essque
Zanzibar Essque Zalu
Essque Zalu Zanzibar Island/Nungwi
Essque Zalu Zanzibar
Essque Zalu Zanzibar Life's Perfect... sometimes
Essque Zalu Zanzibar - Life's Perfect... sometimes Hotel
Essque Zalu Zanzibar - Life's Perfect... sometimes Nungwi
Essque Zalu Zanzibar - Life's Perfect... sometimes Hotel Nungwi

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Essque Zalu Zanzibar?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Essque Zalu Zanzibar - Life's Perfect... sometimes?

As of 17 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Essque Zalu Zanzibar - Life's Perfect... sometimes on 23 May 2024 start from AU$336.71, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Essque Zalu Zanzibar?

Yep, Essque Zalu Zanzibar has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Essque Zalu Zanzibar?

Yep, Essque Zalu Zanzibar is a short 13-minute walk from Nungwi Beach. Fun beach activities include windsurfing.

Is there a spa on site at Essque Zalu Zanzibar?

Yep, Essque Zalu Zanzibar Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.

Does Essque Zalu Zanzibar have a pool?

Essque Zalu Zanzibar has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at Essque Zalu Zanzibar?

Essque Zalu Zanzibar features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. All guestrooms come with premium bedding and 24-hour room service.

What makes Essque Zalu Zanzibar a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and a Michelin-starred restaurant , as well as rainfall showerheads and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Essque Zalu Zanzibar.

Is Essque Zalu Zanzibar family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club, a children's pool and free supervised childcare, it's no surprise that Essque Zalu Zanzibar is a hit with families.

Does Essque Zalu Zanzibar serve breakfast?

Yeah, free continental breakfast is on offer daily between 7 AM and 11 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Essque Zalu Zanzibar?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Essque Zalu Zanzibar?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Essque Zalu Zanzibar?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Essque Zalu Zanzibar?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Essque Zalu Zanzibar - Life's Perfect... sometimes Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 96 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 96 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 96 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 96 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 96 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent resort
Great hotel. Front desk, Activities group, bartenders, cleaning and restaurant were all excellent. Only on complaint was the dinner at the pier restaurant was terrible. Appetizers were great but King fish main course was filled with bones and my daughter’s shrimp linguine was fishy and suspect and took a really long time to come out. Bar on Pier was excellent. Funny that this one area of this great hotel was lower standards! In the end I wound come back but I wouldn’t eat at the Pier restaurant until I saw positive reviews
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hans

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My only issue was that we were not told that we needed to pay for seafood despite that we had half board. I was surprised on check out that l was billed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay
Lovely hotel, huge room very comfortable, amazing swimming pool, delicious food. It was quiet at the hotel, we used the spa twice which was amazing, and the service was great - everyone amazing at their jobs!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Professional, attentive and responsive staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Kazeem

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was okay. But price was too high for service received. Dinner options were limited and buffet dinner only included water. Drinks were extra charge. Price should’ve been about $200/night rather than $400/night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anat

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

Vishal

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Please remove this from Zanzibar .
It’s a pathetic hotel . The service level is bad , there were no shampoos inside , dental kit was available next day . Approach to the hotel is worst , the roads are bad . You need 15 mins to travel 2 km.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

alec

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb hotel with a relax feeling. Food is simple but outstanding, every meal is different. Staff is super nice and friendly. It is romantic but also family friendly.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022