The mid-range Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel is a rustic, laid-back property located on one of Zanzibar’s top beaches. Its 21 rooms range from small, basic economy units to cute beach bungalows, but all have traditional furniture made with reclaimed wood sourced from old fishing boats, air-conditioning, safes, mini-fridges, and mosquito nets. The property is known for its weekly beach parties, but the vibe during the day is quiet and relaxing, with a beach bar serving drinks, a PADI-certified dive center, and a casual restaurant on the sand serving decent local and international cuisine. Some of the beach bungalows share a pool, but a bigger one for all guests is currently being built (as of October 2018). Travelers wanting a more contemporary property with a pool should consider Eden Village Kendwa Beach Resort, which is just down the beach.
The mid-range Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel is a rustic, laid-back property located on one of Zanzibar’s top beaches. Its 21 rooms range from small, basic economy units to cute beach bungalows, but all have traditional furniture made with reclaimed wood sourced from old fishing boats, air-conditioning, safes, mini-fridges, and mosquito nets. The property is known for its weekly beach parties, but the vibe during the day is quiet and relaxing, with a beach bar serving drinks, a PADI-certified dive center, and a casual restaurant on the sand serving decent local and international cuisine. Some of the beach bungalows share a pool, but a bigger one for all guests is currently being built (as of October 2018). Travelers wanting a more contemporary property with a pool should consider Eden Village Kendwa Beach Resort, which is just down the beach.
Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa is a 67-room, luxury beachfront property with a private vibe and an isolated location at the northern tip of Ungula Island. Rooms are elegantly decorated with lots of gold and have verandas with garden or ocean views. Suites are right on the sand, while villas have private hot tubs. Along with a wide white-sand beach with loungers and straw umbrellas, there's a Balinese-style spa with a serene outdoor covered lounge. Other features include a sleek outdoor pool, two restaurants serving local cuisine, and two bars -- one on the beach. Despite family-friendly features such as a kiddy pool and kids' club, the quiet atmosphere and secluded setting tend to draw primarily couples. Travelers may want to compare rates and amenities at the upscale Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort, which features four excellent freeform pools.
Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa is a 67-room, luxury beachfront property with a private vibe and an isolated location at the northern tip of Ungula Island. Rooms are elegantly decorated with lots of gold and have verandas with garden or ocean views. Suites are right on the sand, while villas have private hot tubs. Along with a wide white-sand beach with loungers and straw umbrellas, there's a Balinese-style spa with a serene outdoor covered lounge. Other features include a sleek outdoor pool, two restaurants serving local cuisine, and two bars -- one on the beach. Despite family-friendly features such as a kiddy pool and kids' club, the quiet atmosphere and secluded setting tend to draw primarily couples. Travelers may want to compare rates and amenities at the upscale Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort, which features four excellent freeform pools.
