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Here is a quick list of hotels in Zanzibar, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Kichanga Lodge |
8.6 / 10 (116 Reviews) |
From 205$ | |
| Rumaisa Hotel |
6.9 / 10 (225 Reviews) |
From 45$ | |
| Garden Lodge |
8.0 / 10 (263 Reviews) |
From 36$ | |
| Salhiya Lodge |
9.2 / 10 (86 Reviews) |
From 50$ | |
| Green And Blue Ocean Lodge |
8.1 / 10 (100 Reviews) |
From 224$ |
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When travelling to exotic tropical destinations such as Zanzibar, it can be difficult to decide on the right accommodation. Family villas are an increasingly popular option for those seeking spacious, luxurious and private accommodation. In this blog post, we explore why family villas are a great choice when visiting the beautiful island of Zanzibar.
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When travelling with your family, you want to ensure that you are able to spend some quality time together. Family villas offer the perfect balance between a hotel stay and a large villa, allowing you to enjoy a relaxing, private holiday that can be tailored to your needs. Many villas will also come with the services of a separate housekeeper - giving you the freedom to come and go as you please and relax knowing that everything is taken care of for you.
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When staying in a family villa, you don’t have to worry about struggling to find a hotel room up to your standards in the right location. Instead, you can choose a villa in close proximity to any attractions or activities that your family would be interested in, or which are convenient for activities you would like to explore during your stay.
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When it comes to family villas, the amenities you can enjoy are often far greater than those offered by a hotel. With large spacious rooms and a variety of luxury features, you have the freedom to cook your own meals, enjoy a private swimming pool, massage or entertainment and in some villas, even a private butler. There is no doubt family villas truly offer a luxurious experience that is hard to beat.
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Located 2.9 km from Snorkellung blue lagoon, Kichanga Lodge boasts an indoor swimming pool with an indoor pool.
The nearest Kisauni airport is 70 km away from this Michamvi Kae lodge.
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Providing guests with a sundeck and a shared lounge to ensure a memorable stay, Rumaisa Hotel is only 9 minutes on foot from Darajani Market. Overlooking the sea, this property is just a minute's drive from Stone Town and offers a snack and drink vending machine, and currency exchange.
Cinema Afrique Business Center is at a 400-metre distance from the lodge, and The Peace Memorial Museum is merely 1.4 km away. The area also includes such healthcare venues as Old Dispensary Medical Center, located merely an 8-minute walk away. Rumaisa Hotel is merely 14 minutes' walk from the Anglican cathedral "Christ Church", popular with worshippers as well as tourists. Guests can easily reach Kisauni airport, which is a 10-minute drive from this Zanzibar accommodation.
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Garden Lodge
From 36$
Garden Lodge is located just 0.8 km from Jaw's Corner and invites guests to enjoy a shared lounge. Situated about 10 km away from the Kisauni airport, the 10-room lodge offers rental cars for added fun.
This property is not far from Hurumzi Street, while Peace Museum is approximately 5 minutes' walk away. The Zanzibar accommodation is within 15 minutes' walk of House of Wonders National Museum and a mere 300 metres from The Peace Memorial Museum. Old Dispensary Medical Center offers healthcare services and is positioned merely 1.4 km from Garden Lodge. - Eastern side of the island bus stop is also not very far from this accommodation.
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Salhiya Lodge
From 50$
Situated nearly a 10-minute drive from Cheetah's Rock, Salhiya Lodge offers guests to enjoy a terrace and a garden. Featuring a private parking garage on site, the 7-room lodge is located in the business district of Zanzibar.
Fuji Beach is around a 5-minute walk from this accommodation, while Masingini Forest is approximately 10 minutes' drive away. The Zanzibar property is nestled at a distance of 3.7 km from natural attractions like the demonstration Tangawizi Spice Farm. The nearest airport is Kisauni, about 15 minutes' drive from the villa.
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Located 3.8 km from Muyuni Beach, Green And Blue Ocean Lodge gives access to various tourist sites in the vicinity.
The beach is a 14-minute walk away, and the private resort Mnemba Island is 10 minutes' drive from this lodge. Dada Zanzibar Production and Cooking Site is situated a 10-minute ride away. The distance to Kisauni airport is about 60 km.
Hotels in Zanzibar
| Airport nearby 🛬 | Kisauni |
| Rating 🏅 | 39 |
| Zanzibar Hotels 🛎️ | 222 |
| Nearby Cities 🌇 | Mwana Kerekwe, Kibweni, Kianga |
| Min Price 💸 | 4$ |
| Family Hotel 👪 | Kichanga Lodge |
| Top Service Hotel 🛁 | Rumaisa Hotel |
| Top Hotel for couples 💑 | Garden Lodge |
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Baridi Villa
From 86$
Nestled at a distance of 2.9 km from Kiwengwa Pongwe Forest, Baridi Villa entices guests to explore various tourist destinations nearby.
Located in the Kiwengwa Beach district, this villa is a 48-minute drive from Kisauni airport. If you feel like visiting the surroundings, check out Shooting Star Lodge within 10 minutes' drive of the property.
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Dreams Hotel Zanzibar
From 99$
Offering a lift and currency exchange, Dreams Hotel Zanzibar is situated in the Stone Town district, 10 km from Kisauni airport. Located 15 minutes on foot from Slave Chambers, the country house provides Wi-Fi and a car park.
This accommodation is within minutes of Forodhani Park, while Mchangani is approximately a 5-minute drive away. The nearby cultural attractions include House of Wonders National Museum, which is about 5 minutes by car from the Zanzibar property. Old Dispensary Medical Center, located just a minute's drive from Dreams Hotel Zanzibar, delivers essential medical services. Daladala to Nungwi bus station is only a 10-minute walk from this property, allowing guests to easily discover Zanzibar.
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Tamarind Tree Zanzibar
From 217$
Tamarind Tree Zanzibar Villa features a sunny patio with views of the sea as well as a swimming pool. Featuring pool views, this beachfront property invites guests to visit Mercury House, located about a 15-minute ride away.
The Peace Memorial Museum can be found a 10-minute drive away, and Old Dispensary Medical Center is approximately 6 km from the villa. Cultural landmarks in the vicinity include House of Wonders National Museum, which is situated 15 minutes away by car. The nearest Kisauni airport is 5 km away from the 3-bedroom Tamarind Tree Zanzibar Villa.
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Nanai Villa
From 130$
Nanai Villa is located about 10 minutes by car from Darajani, giving access to various tourist spots nearby.
This Zanzibar villa is within 5 km of Kisauni airport and nearly a 10-minute drive from such cultural points of interest as Sultan's Palace. The accommodation is a mere 1.3 km from Mbweni Ruins, and House of Wonders National Museum is around 10 minutes away by car. The Zanzibar property is at a distance of 4.8 km from St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral, popular with worshippers as well as tourists.
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Najma'S Villa
From 188$
Located only 7 minutes' walk from Darajani Market, the 3-bedroom Najma'S Villa comes with a swimming pool, a Jacuzzi. Featuring a car park, the Zanzibar villa is located right next to Natural History Museum.
Situated about a 5-minute ride from Hamamni Persian Baths, the accommodation is also positioned within 20 minutes' walk of a distinguished business establishment, Cinema Afrique Business Center. Stone Town can be found within close proximity of the Zanzibar property, and Kelele Square is 1 km away. Positioned 6 minutes on foot from St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral, Najma'S Villa is popular among both worshippers and tourists. - Eastern side of the island bus station is at a moderate distance from the property, allowing guests to easily discover Zanzibar.
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Mbweni Chukwani
From 25$
Mbweni Chukwani Villa offers proximity to nearby tourist spots, such as Old Slave Market, situated approximately 7 km away.
The accommodation is within 5 km of Kisauni airport and 15 minutes by car from such cultural points of interest as The Beautiful Eyes Art Gallery. Around 25 minutes' walk from this Zanzibar villa guests will find Chukwani Beach, while Stone Town is nearly a 15-minute ride away.
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Lovely 1-Bed House In Zanzibar Urban West
From 37$
Nestled 7 km from Old Slave Market, Lovely 1-Bed House In Zanzibar Urban West entices guests to explore various tourist destinations nearby.
This villa is about 10 km of Kisauni airport and a 15-minute ride from such cultural points of interest as Sultan's Palace. Old Dispensary Medical Center is 15 minutes by car from the property, while Shree Shiv Shakti Temple is 15 minutes away by car.
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Cabin Room
From 50$
Situated 4.8 km from Maisha Mazuri Horse Riding Club, the 1-bedroom Cabin Room entices guests to explore various tourist attractions in the area.
Also, this property is around a 10-minute ride from Chukwani Beach and about a 10-minute drive from Mbweni Ruins. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International, about 5 minutes' drive from the country house.
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Gold Villa
From 25$
The 1-bedroom Gold Villa offers airport transfer, laundry facilities and dry cleaning service as well as a sun terrace, an indoor swimming pool and a Jacuzzi on the premises. The nearest airport is Kisauni located within 45 km from the Zanzibar villa.
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We Call It Home- Bububu
From 343$
We Call It Home- Bububu offers proximity to nearby tourist spots, such as Old Fort of Zanzibar, situated about a 15-minute drive away.
The property is within 15 km of Kisauni airport and a 10-minute ride from such cultural points of interest as Sultan's Palace. 4.8 km from this Zanzibar villa guests will find Tortoise Sanctuary Animal Park, while Kidichi Spice Farms is a 10-minute ride away.
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Kwale House
From 86$
Staying at Kwale House Villa, guests can easily reach Malindi Mosque, located about 5 km away.
The Zanzibar villa is within 5 km of Kisauni airport and 10 minutes' drive from such cultural points of interest as Sultan's Palace. Princess Salme Museum at Emerson on Hurumzi can be found approximately 10 minutes by car from the accommodation, and Forodhani Park is nearly 15 minutes away by car. Positioned at a distance of 4.8 km from St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral, the Zanzibar property is popular among both worshippers and tourists.