The Residence Zanzibar

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At The Residence Zanzibar, you can hit the beach to enjoy the shade from a beach umbrella or relax in a sun lounger, plus you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Salaam Cave Aquarium. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, body wraps, and mani/pedis. The Dining Room, one of 2 restaurants, offers a beachfront location and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a free kid's club, and a poolside bar. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free children's club
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Beach umbrellas

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (free)
  • Playground on site
  • Private pool
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Separate bedroom
$534 nightly
The total price is $629
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Beach bliss
This hotel features a white sand beach with loungers. Snorkelers and kayakers thrive here, with scuba diving nearby and a beachfront restaurant.
Work and play paradise
Business travelers thrive with meeting rooms and computer stations. After work, indulge in spa services, sauna sessions, and poolside cocktails.
Gourmet paradise
Culinary delights await at two restaurants with scenic views. Free buffet breakfast kicks off the day. Two cafes and bars complete the experience.

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A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden chair, a desk, and a view of a swimming pool.

Luxury Garden Pool Villa

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  • Garden view
  • 1668 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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  • Ocean view
  • 1668 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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  • Ocean view
  • 1668 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden desk, a chair, and a view of a swimming pool and greenery through the window.

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Exceptional
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  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Frangipani Ocean Front Pool Villa

  • Ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Presidential Villa (Pool)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a ceiling fan, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wooden chair.

Luxury Garden Pool Villa

  • 1614 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Ocean Front Pool Villa

  • 1614 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Mchangamle, Kizimkazi

What's nearby

  • Mchangamble Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kizimkazi Beach - 17 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park - 30 min drive - 27.5 km
  • Jambiani Beach - 32 min drive - 30.7 km
  • Paje Beach - 39 min drive - 37.4 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 58 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Kipepo Pool Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sarabi - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Juice Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dining room, The Residence - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jetty - The Residence - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Residence Zanzibar

  • At The Residence Zanzibar, you can hit the beach to enjoy the shade from a beach umbrella or relax in a sun lounger, plus you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Salaam Cave Aquarium. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, body wraps, and mani/pedis. The Dining Room, one of 2 restaurants, offers a beachfront location and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a free kid's club, and a poolside bar. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

All inclusive details

  • All-inclusive room rates at The Residence Zanzibar are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 66 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless 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
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • Babysitting*
    • Supervised childcare*
    • Free children's club

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Poolside bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Free children's club
  • Playground
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Yoga classes
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horse riding/rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Snorkeling
  • Evening entertainment
  • Table tennis
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 66 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2011
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Lockers available
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Private pool
  • Furnished patio
  • Fireplace
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments.

Dining

The Dining Room - This beachfront buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
The Pavilion - Overlooking the garden, this fine-dining restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 190
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 95 (from 3 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 190
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 95 (from 3 to 12 years old)

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 100 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Residence Zanzibar

Residence Zanzibar Hotel

Residence Zanzibar Hotel Kizimkazi

Residence Zanzibar Kizimkazi

Zanzibar Residence

The Residence Zanzibar Hotel Kizimkazi

The Residence Zanzibar Kizimkazi

The Residence Zanzibar Hotel

The Residence Zanzibar Kizimkazi

The Residence Zanzibar Hotel Kizimkazi

Frequently asked questions

Does The Residence Zanzibar offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Residence Zanzibar does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Residence Zanzibar?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Residence Zanzibar?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Residence Zanzibar?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Residence Zanzibar?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 100 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Residence Zanzibar?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at The Residence Zanzibar and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like horseback riding, kayaking, and snorkeling and improve your game at the onsite tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. The Residence Zanzibar also has 2 bars, private pools, and a sauna, as well as a steam room and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Residence Zanzibar?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining and garden views.

Does The Residence Zanzibar have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a private pool and a furnished patio.

What's the area around The Residence Zanzibar like?

The Residence Zanzibar is located a short 7-minute walk from Mchangamble Beach.

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