The 7 Top Zanzibar Resorts (2025)

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Zanzibar is the kind of place that feels like a postcard come to life — soft white sand, palm trees leaning towards the sea, and crystal clear water everywhere you look. The island’s resorts are just as stunning as their surroundings. Some of our favourite resorts here include tucked-away eco-retreats where you can unplug, sleek villas that are ideal for honeymooners, thatched cottages sitting on stilts on a luxury private island and family-friendly stays packed with exciting activities for all ages. Whether you’re splurging or saving, Zanzibar's resorts serve up paradise in every style.

For a private island

Mnemba Island Lodge

  • Mnemba Island Lodge is a celebrity hideaway on a private island, where rustic-chic bandas overlook the ocean. With a personal butler, pristine reefs, and dazzling sunsets, it’s the ultimate escape for romance, luxury, and barefoot paradise living.

For couples

The Palms, Zanzibar

  • The Palms, Zanzibar offers an intimate escape of six villas framed by swaying palms and endless ocean views. Couples can unwind in private plunge pools, share candlelit dinners, or join cooking classes. Perfect for honeymoons, with sailing and adventures on turquoise waters at your doorstep.
  • Chumbe Island is a true castaway dream — think eco bungalows, candlelit beach dining, and a whole island to explore together. Couples can wander coral reefs and forests, dive spectacular waters, or simply disconnect from the world. A rare mix of romance, nature, and conservation magic.
  • Tucked in a tranquil cove, Pongwe Beach Hotel is a charming retreat that offers thatched cottages, an infinity pool, and beachside bliss. Kayak over turquoise seas, try hand-line fishing, or savour fresh seafood together. Perfect for couples craving relaxed, barefoot luxury on Zanzibar’s east coast.

For families

Zuri Zanzibar

  • Zuri Zanzibar offers tropical villas and bungalows set on a pristine beach, perfect for family downtime. Kids can splash in the pool or explore sandy shores, while parents indulge in spa treatments, yoga, or a private hot tub with sweeping Indian Ocean views.
  • Shooting Star Lodge is a relaxed, family-friendly hideaway with bungalows overlooking turquoise seas. Children enjoy beach adventures, while parents unwind at the spa or sip sundowners at the lively bar. With sailing trips, diving, and family rooms, it’s the perfect laid-back island escape.

For great value

Indigo Beach

  • The ultimate boho-chic bliss on powdery white sands, Indigo Beach pairs minimalist rooms with sleek wooden touches and indulgent bathrooms. Lounge by the sparkling pool, feast on fresh seafood, or dive with turtles — this affordable, barefoot haven makes every moment feel like paradise.

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The 7 Top Zanzibar Resorts

Shooting Star Lodge

Shooting Star Lodge

Zanzibar

Quiet, reasonably priced resort on a glorious beach. Private bungalows boast balconies with great sea views. Pure white rooms with ornately carved four-poster beds. Lively bar and great restaurant. Spa facilities for ultimate relaxation. Friendly and attentive staff. The ideal laid back beach hotel

  • Total relaxation - Embrace the slow pace of life- relax and rejuvenate in the spa, unwind on your private terrace and listen to the ocean.
  • Beach Life - Make the most of the white sands and turquoise seas with snorkelling, diving, sailing, fishing and beachcombing.
  • Families - Comfortable family rooms, plenty to occupy children with and a laid back atmosphere.
  • Sailing - Take a local dhow or ngalawa cruise to the nearby reef and explore from above the water!
from $160 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Chumbe Island

Chumbe Island

Zanzibar

Magical Robinson Crusoe-style eco lodge on Chumbe Island. State of the art, environmentally friendly bungalows provide simple but comfortable accommodation. Candlelit beach dining with excellent cuisine. Ideal for honeymooners and nature revellers alike.

  • Eco break - Fully protected coral reef sanctuary, forest reserve and eco-lodge, pioneer in marine conservation and eco tourism.
  • Back to Nature - Forget your gadgets and be brought back to nature with an entire island to roam, encased by white sand beaches.
  • Great walks - Head off on an intertidal walk from the island's north point to south observing the marine life, fish eagles and roseate terns
  • Diving - The scuba-diving in the reefs outside the sanctuary (it is forbidden inside) is utterly spectacular.
from $506 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Mnemba Island Lodge

Mnemba Island Lodge

Zanzibar

Exclusive private island and haunt of celebrities. Thatched-sided bandas sit on stilts along the beach with stunning views out to sea. A personal butler attends to all ones needs. The coral reefs make for excellent diving. The ideal spot for a romantic getaway.

  • Honeymoons - Think candlelit dinners under the stars, longs walks along pristine white sand and secluded lodges with plush fourposter beds.
  • Beach Life - Make the most of this private tropical island paradise, with snorkelling, fishing, beach combing and whale spotting.
  • Diving - Mnemba Island has its own dive center which provides a range of activities for all levels of skill.
  • Kayaking - Paddle the turquoise seas in a two man sea kayak, the perfect way to explore the coast.
from $830 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
The Palms, Zanzibar

The Palms, Zanzibar

Zanzibar (South East Coast)

Six luxurious villas and a sophisticated restaurant with a relaxed feel and terrific location. Rustling coconut palms, white powder sand and the warm waves of the Indian Ocean combine to create a stunning recluse for the discerning traveler.

  • Honeymoons - You would be hard pushed to find a more romantic or beautiful honeymoon hideaway.
  • Sailing - Try sailing in the Indian Ocean this holiday, we offer daily lessons to experience to sport and hiring for the more experienced.
  • Cooking classes - Cooking classes are organized regularly where guests learn to prepare some classical Swahili dishes.
  • Swimming Pool - Each villa has a private plunge pool, and all have acces to the main pool overlooking the sea.
from $798 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Pongwe Beach Hotel

Pongwe Beach Hotel

Zanzibar (Pongwe)

Sixteen cottages sprawled through gardens in a gorgeous sheltered cove. Traditional lime walls and woven palm thatches on the beach. An affordable introduction to paradise on Zanzibar's east coast. Beach life at its best.

  • Swimming Pool - Infinity Pool
  • Fishing - Hand-line fishing equippment is available on site and game-fishing can be arranged.
  • Kayaking - Head out on the waves in the complimentary Kayaks.
  • Restaurant
from $175 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Indigo Beach

Indigo Beach

Zanzibar

Paradise found in this boho-chic property on a perfect swathe of powder white sand. Simply decorated rooms are all crisp white on white with contemporary wooden furniture and luxurious bathrooms. There's a glorious pool, superb seafood and excellent price tag. Utterly spoiling.

  • Beach Life - A boho-chic set up placed on a perfect stretch of powder white sand.
  • Diving - Search for tropical fish and turtles.
  • Restaurant
  • On the beach
from $100 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Zuri Zanzibar

Zuri Zanzibar

Zanzibar

A tropical beachfront resort comprising of private stylish villas and bungalows. Secluded rooms have a traditional feel and most enjoy fabulous sea views. The spoiling spa offers various treatments alongside yoga and meditation. Featuring a high quality restaurant and relaxing pool area.

  • Beach Life - Accommodation on the beach with views of the Indian Ocean and lots of sea-related activities on offer
  • Sights nearby - The UNESCO protected Stonetown is the cultural and historical heart of Zanzibar
  • Views - Stunning views of the Indian Ocean and tropical garden
  • Private Hot Tub - Villas come with own private hot-tubs
from $411 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Check availability on Expedia
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Written by Amelia Shirley

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