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Zuri Zanzibar

Kendwa Beach, north-west Zanzibar·
9.3 / 10
Relais & Châteaux
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Hotel · Kendwa Beach, north-west Zanzibar

Zuri Zanzibar, set on a private 750-metre stretch of Kendwa — the only north-west beach on the island where the Indian Ocean is swimmable at all tides — is the most architecturally considered resort in Zanzibar. Fifty-five villas and suites, designed by Spanish-Czech studio JRA in collaboration with local Zanzibari craftsmen, are scattered through a tropical garden of frangipani, baobab, and mango trees. The design language draws on Swahili, Maasai, and Czech modernist traditions in equal measure: hand-carved doors, lime-washed walls, thatched roofs, brass detailing. Two pools (one adult-only), a sea-facing spa, and Zanzibar's most ambitious restaurant programme make Zuri the most considered of the island's big-resort offerings. It is also the only property on Zanzibar that is a member of Relais & Châteaux.

At a GlanceKendwa Beach, north-west Zanzibar
City
Zanzibar
Country
Tanzania
Star Rating
5 Stars
Editor Score
9.3 / 10
Price Range
Luxury
Region
Africa
TripAdvisor4.6(860)
Google
Why We Love It
Member of Relais & Châteaux — the only one in Zanzibar
Private 750m stretch of Kendwa — swimmable at all tides
Two pools including a dedicated adults-only pool
Spa by Subtle Energies (Ayurveda) with ocean-facing treatment rooms
Three restaurants including beachfront Upendo
Architecture blending Swahili, Maasai, and Czech modernist traditions
Guest Reviews9.1/ 10· 315 reviews
Staff
9.3
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.6

Verified guest scores via Booking.com

Top Facilities
3 restaurants
Parking
Private bathroom
Spa and wellness centre
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Fitness centre
Airport shuttle
Free parking
Room service
Featured In
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Nearby
City Museum10 min walk

historical exhibits

Central Park5 min drive

scenic park

Art Gallery15 min walk

contemporary art

Shopping District8 min walk

luxury boutiques

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Editor Score
9.3/10
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Quick Facts
LocationZanzibar, Tanzania
Stars5-Star Hotel
Best ForBest Luxury, Best Beach Hotels
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