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The Residence Zanzibar

Property class: 5 and above

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Located close to Salaam Cave Aquarium, The Residence Zanzibar provides a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar and a terrace. With a beachfront location, beachfront dining and sunloungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a facial or a body wrap at the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and ocean views. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include horse riding, snorkelling and hiking/biking. In addition to 2 coffee shops/cafes and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is ₹40,175
₹47,560 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

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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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

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  • Ocean view
  • 1668 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a large window, a bathtub with flower petals, a bed with a canopy, and a wooden shelf with towels.

Prestige Ocean Front Pool Villa

8.8 out of 10
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  • Ocean view
  • 1668 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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.

Frangipani Garden Pool Villa

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  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A swimming pool with a view of the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and a sandy area with lounge chairs.

Luxury Villa

  • Ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern house with a swimming pool surrounded by tropical plants.

Presidential Villa (Pool)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A room with a bed, a television, a dining table with fruit, and a view of the beach.

Luxury Ocean Front Pool Villa

  • 1614 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Kizimkazi, The Residence Zanzibar is on the beach. Salaam Cave Aquarium is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park and Paje Beach. Forodhani Gardens and Prison Island are two other places to visit that come recommended. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby. Visit our Kizimkazi travel guide
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Mchangamle, Kizimkazi

What's nearby

  • A monkey with reddish-brown fur and a baby monkey clinging to its back amidst green foliage and tree branches.
    Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park
    30 min drive - 27.5 km
  • A traditional wooden boat on clear turquoise water.
    Jambiani Beach
    32 min drive - 30.7 km
  • Mchangamble Beach
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kizimkazi Beach
    17 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Paje Beach
    39 min drive - 37.4 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    58 min drive

Restaurants

  • Aya Beach Restaurant
    15 min drive
  • fahari off the grid
    14 min drive

About this property

The Residence Zanzibar

  • Luxury family-friendly hotel renovated in 2025 and located near Salaam Cave Aquarium
  • A free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at The Residence Zanzibar. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beachfront dining and sunloungers. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a facial or a body wrap at the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and ocean views. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include horse riding, snorkelling and hiking/biking. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as 2 coffee shops/cafes and a garden.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self-parking
    • Free bike hire, an outdoor tennis court and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
    • Supervised childcare (surcharge), meeting rooms and a computer station
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 66 rooms boast comforts, such as 24-hour room service and private pools, in addition to perks, such as fireplaces and furnished patios.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Separate baths/showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
    • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
    • Separate sitting areas, childcare services and coffee/tea makers

All-inclusive details

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 2 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Dining Room
  • The Pavilion

Things to do

  • Books
  • Evening entertainment
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Snorkelling
  • Steam room
  • Table tennis
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Free children's club
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Private pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 66 buildings
  • Built in 2011
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - May 2025
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Private pool

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 190
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 95 (from 3 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 190
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 95 (from 3 to 12 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 100 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Does The Residence Zanzibar have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Residence Zanzibar?

As of 19 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Residence Zanzibar on 1 Sept 2026 start from ₹40,175, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Residence Zanzibar pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Residence Zanzibar?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Residence Zanzibar?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Residence Zanzibar?

Checkout is at noon.

Does The Residence Zanzibar provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 100 per vehicle applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at The Residence Zanzibar?

Some rate plans available at this hotel are all-inclusive.

Where is The Residence Zanzibar located?

This Kizimkazi hotel is on the beach, 5.8 mi (9.4 km) from Salaam Cave Aquarium, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park and Paje Beach.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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