We have created a list with the best castle hotels near Kiwengwa, Tanzania. We have also included hotels in resorts, historic villas, historic properties and old manor houses. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated February 2024.
Historic property. Superb breakfast.Opened January 2021. Featuring a garden, shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, The Manor House by Sansi is located in Zanzibar City, 5.6 km from Peace Memorial Museum and 6.5 km from Hamamni Persian Baths. The property is set 6.7 km from St Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral, 6.7 km from Cinema Afrique and 6.9 km from Old Fort of Zanzibar. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, certain rooms at The Manor House by Sansi also offer a sea view. Guests at The Manor House by Sansi can enjoy an à la carte breakfast. The hotel features family rooms. At the hotel, each room is fitted with a wardrobe. Guest rooms at the accommodation include air conditioning and a desk. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving African and international cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and gluten-free options can also be requested. Speaking English and Swahili at the 24-hour front desk, staff are willing to help at any time of the day. House of Wonders is 6.9 km from The Manor House by Sansi, while Old Dispensary is 7 km away. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 2 km from the accommodation.Show full description
The Manor House is a historic boutique hotel with a beachfront location. It has a relaxing atmosphere and beautiful views of the Indian Ocean. The property is surrounded by a lovely garden and has a shared lounge and terrace.
Close to beach front. Charming. Cosy rooms. Set in Pongwe and featuring a private beach area on the East Coast of Zanzibar, Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel boasts a swimming pool at the beach area with a pool bar. Free WiFi is also available throughout the property. All the villas and rooms are tastefully decorated with African and modern art and fitted with colonial style furniture. While each unit offers splendid views of the tropical garden, some offer sea views. The villas and rooms are air conditioned and come with a flat screen TV and minibars. The units are complete with a private bathroom. The property provides bathrobes and bathroom amenities. A buffet breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Tikitam Palms Boutique Hotel features 2 restaurants that specializes in local seafood, Arabian, Indian and international cuisines. Complimentary 5 o’clock tea is served at Mvua bar. Activities at the property include water polo, billiard, volleyball and local bao games. The property also provides free water sport equipment and organizes local tours upon request. Zanzibar airport is about 46 kilometers away & hotel is offering pick ups & transfers at additional charge.Show full description
This charming beachfront hotel has a tropical garden and a large swimming pool by the beach. It has rooms and villas designed in a tropical style. There is a private beach area for guests to enjoy and take part in beach activities.
Historic. Great location. Featuring a terrace with Indian Ocean views, set by sandy Kiwengwa Beach, the 30-acre site includes a spa, pool and sports facilities. The spacious rooms and suites have a walk-in dressing room and seating area. Some are in a private area and have an outdoor shower. Overlooking the pool and ocean, Makuti Restaurant serves international cuisine. The Beach Bar and Restaurant offers light meals and drinks, while seafood and steak dinners are available at exclusive Bahari Grill. The pool bar also provides drinks. Land activities include tennis, table tennis and a gym, while diving, pedal boating and windsurfing are among the watersport options. For children there is a playground and paddling pool. The multilingual staff can book tours and arrange car or bike rental. Stone Town is 40 km from Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa, and Zanzibar International Airport is 46 km away.Show full description
This luxurious beach resort is located in Kiwengwa, Tanzania. It stands out with its stunning beachfront location on the east coast of Zanzibar. The resort has spacious rooms, an outdoor pool, a spa, and a dive center.
Charming. Great views. Popular among couples. Offering an outdoor pool with waterslides, Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort is located in Pongwe, 27 km from Zanzibar City. The resort has a private beach area with beach service. The modern and elegantly decorated rooms are fitted with a private terrace, minibar and Nespresso machine. Each unit features a seating area where you can relax. Certain units include views of the sea or garden. Every room is equipped with a private bathroom fitted with a bath or shower. Extras include bathrobes and slippers. The resort boasts an a la carte all inclusive concept with respect to individual taste and wishes. Each guest will get both way private airport transfer, complimentary one hour massage once per stay and unlimited complimentary Yoga classes during the stay. Nungwi is 36 km from Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort while Kendwa is 34 km from the property. Kisauni Airport is 29 km away.Show full description
Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort is a charming resort in Pongwe, Tanzania. It features spacious villas with thatched roofs and a private beach. The resort has an outdoor pool with waterslides, a spa, and a farm-to-table dining experience.
Wonderful SPA facilities. Set in the Kiwengwa Beach district of Kiwengwa, Kiwengwa Beach Resort is 10 km from Kichwele Forest Reserve and a 3-minute walk from Obama Beach Club Zanzibar. Offering a restaurant, the property also has an outdoor swimming pool. The resort has a garden and provides a terrace. At the resort, every room has a wardrobe. Kiwengwa Beach Resort offers certain units that have sea views, and the rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with a bath. At the accommodation all rooms are fitted with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. A continental or buffet breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Kiwengwa Beach Resort offers 5-star accommodation with a hot tub. Guests at the resort will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kiwengwa, like cycling. Staff speak Arabic, English and Italian at the reception. WiFi is available at a charge and free private parking is available. The Zanzibar Airport is 45 km away.Show full description
Great value. Located on the beachfront with views of the Indian Ocean, Sultan Sands offers traditional-style African huts with a balcony or terrace. It includes a buffet restaurant and bar overlooking the pool with terrace and sun loungers. Each air-conditioned accommodation is decorated with Zanzibar furniture. There is a seating area with flat-screen satellite TV, minibar and private bathroom. Some huts are located at the ocean’s edge. Sultan Sands Island Resort offers 2 restaurants where guests can dine at the beach or by the pool. There is a daily buffet breakfast or an option to enjoy breakfast in your room. Guests can relax with a massage in the spa centre or for the more active, go snorkelling, windsurfing or play tennis. Bicycle rental and car hire is available from the tour desk. The historic old centre of Stone Town is situated 39 km away. Zanzibar International Airport is a 45-minute drive from Sultan.Show full description
Elegant. Great views. Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa is located in Pwani Mchangani and features an outdoor pool, restaurant and fitness centre. The elegant and air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a balcony, satellite TV and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. Each room includes a minibar, seating area and private bathroom with a shower. The beds are draped with a mosquito net. The Restaurant serves a sumptuous breakfast and the poolside, Jahazi Restaurant offers light snacks and wood-fired pizzas. This beachfront resort boasts an array of activities including canoeing, cycling and table tennis. Guests can unwind at the spa which has a sauna, 2 hot tubs and offers a selection of treatments. Nearby attractions include the Kiwengwa Pongwe Forest. Free WiFi is available in public areas and the Zanzibar International Airport is 50 km away.Show full description
Beach front location. Delightful property. Tennis court. Next Paradise Boutique Resort in Pwani Mchangani provides accommodation with free bikes and a tennis court. Featuring a garden, this 4-star resort has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The resort offers an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi. All rooms in the resort are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Next Paradise Resort provides some rooms that feature a terrace, and rooms come with a kettle. The units include a desk. A continental breakfast is available every morning at the property. The restaurant at the accommodation specialises in African cuisine. You can play table tennis at Next Paradise Boutique Resort. Zanzibar City is 32 km from the resort, while Nungwi is 23 km away.Show full description
This is a popular resort among couples travelling to Kiwengwa.
Great restaurant. TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar is a 5-star resort set on the beach of Kiwengwa on the North East Coast of Zanzibar. The resort is on the beachfront at Pwani Mchangani overlooking the Indian Ocean. Free WiFi is available throughout the resort. Every room comes with a private terrace, air conditioning, fan, satellite TV, minibar and tea/coffee making facilities. The rooms have a private bathroom with a shower and complimentary amenities are provided. The hotel has 2 swimming pools with a children's area, there is a water sports centre for sports such as catamaran and windsurfing. Tui Blue Bahari offers airport transfers and they can be booked directly with the hotel. The hotel is 60 minutes away from the Amani Abeid Karume International airport.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Friendly staff. Situated on the Matemwe beach in the Matemwe village on the East Coast of Zanzibar, Kena Beach Hotel lies along the east coast of Zanzibar. It boasts a restaurant overlooking the swimming pool and Indian Ocean, a tropical garden and bar where guests can have a drink. The elegantly decorated rooms feature a thatched roof and have wooden floors, mosquito nets and air conditioning. Each room includes a minibar and en-suite bathroom with free toiletries. Kena Beach Hotel serves breakfast daily in the buffet restaurant and private dining on the beach can be arranged upon request. Guests can enjoy a cocktail at the bar. The staff at the property are available to help guest with all their queries and give tour advice. The property also features free WiFi. Stone Town is a 45 minutes’ drive away and the private beach area at Kena Beach Hotel offers the opportunity to enjoy activities such as diving, snorkelling and a variety of watersport available upon request. Zanzibar Airport is 47 km away from Kena Beach Hotel and an airport shuttle can be arranged upon request.Show full description
Situated along the sandy beaches of Zanzibar, AHG Waridi Beach Resort & Spa in Pwani Mchangani features a spa and wellness centre. A swimming pool and game room with table tennis and billiards are also available. The rooms include carved wooden beds, air conditioning, tea-and-coffee making facilities and an en suite bathroom with shower. At AHG Waridi Beach Resort & Spa guests can enjoy meals in the restaurant and drinks in the 2 bars. Bicycles can also be used for free to explore the surrounding area. Staff organise activities such as water aerobics and stretching exercises. The resort is 40 km from Kisauni International Airport and 50 km from Stone Town.Show full description
Beach front location. Nice style. Stunning pool facilities. Offering 2 outdoor pools and a lush garden, Zoi Boutique Hotel Zanzibar ex Sunshine Hotel is located on Matemwe Beach. Diving, PADI courses and snorkelling to Mnemba Atoll are available. Decorated in a minimalistic and eco-friendly style, each unit offers a private terrace or patio with garden or sea views. The private bathrooms contain a shower. Extras include a safety deposit box and a fan. Zoi Boutique Hotel Zanzibar ex Sunshine Hotel boasts an à la carte restaurant next to the pools and overlooking the Indian Ocean, a bar and a lounge for refreshments and snacks. Guests can explore the surroundings by bike or relax on the beach. Massages can be arranged for an additional surcharge. Staff at the hotel can help you organize activities such as diving and snorkelling on site or in the nearby area.Show full description
Opened October 2022. Located in Uroa, 100 metres from Uroa Public Beach, F-Zeen Boutique Hotel Zanzibar provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Among the various facilities of this property are a terrace, a bar and a private beach area. The accommodation features room service, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. At the resort, every room has a balcony. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, certain units at F-Zeen Boutique Hotel Zanzibar also provide guests with a sea view. All units at the accommodation include air conditioning and a desk. The daily breakfast offers Full English/Irish, vegetarian or vegan options. At F-Zeen Boutique Hotel Zanzibar you will find a restaurant serving African, Seafood and local cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. You can play billiards at the resort, and bike hire is available. Peace Memorial Museum is 39 km from F-Zeen Boutique Hotel Zanzibar, while Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park is 19 km away. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International, 40 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Opened May 2022. Located in Dikoni, a few steps from Uroa Public Beach, Uroa Zanzibar Vera Beach Hotel by Moonshine provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With a terrace, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation features room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, each room has a patio with a sea view. Uroa Zanzibar Vera Beach Hotel by Moonshine offers certain rooms that include a balcony, and rooms are equipped with a kettle. Guest rooms have a wardrobe. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving African, Indian and Italian cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and gluten-free options can also be requested. You can play billiards at Uroa Zanzibar Vera Beach Hotel by Moonshine, and the area is popular for cycling. Peace Memorial Museum is 38 km from the hotel, while Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park is 19 km away. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International, 40 km from Uroa Zanzibar Vera Beach Hotel by Moonshine, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Charming. Popular among couples. Zanzi Resort is situated on the shore of the Indian Ocean, 15 km from the historic town of Stone Town and a 30-minute drive from the Zanzibar International Airport. Each spacious villa and bungalow offers an intimate environment. Ocean-front villas have a private patio with a pool, a lush tropical garden, and a gazebo draped in mosquito nets. The bungalows are located in the garden area with access to the main swimming pool. A guest relations attaché is available to help plan day trips and excursions. Guests can choose to have breakfast, lunch, and dinner in their private villa or bungalow, in the restaurant, or on the beach. We offer local cuisine prepared for an international palate with fresh seafood accompanied by organic vegetables and spices picked from our own eco-plantation. Massages are offered beside the ocean with water sports facilities available on site. Free bicycles are available and excursions can be arranged at the tour desk.Show full description
Beach front location. Luxurious. Comfortable beds.Opened July 2021. Set in Uroa, a few steps from Chwaka Beach, Antonio Beach Tree House Hotel & Spa offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Offering a bar, the property is located within 33 km of Peace Memorial Museum. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, all rooms include a wardrobe. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Antonio Beach Tree House Hotel & Spa also have a sea view. All guest rooms at the accommodation feature air conditioning and a desk. Breakfast is available every morning, and includes buffet, à la carte and continental options. At Antonio Beach Tree House Hotel & Spa you will find a restaurant serving African, American and Cantonese cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. You can play billiards, table tennis and darts at this 4-star hotel, and the area is popular for cycling. Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park is 13 km from the hotel, while Hamamni Persian Baths is 33 km from the property. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 34 km from Antonio Beach Tree House Hotel & Spa.Show full description
Zanzibar Bay Resort & Spa offers beachfront accommodation. The property boasts an outdoor swimming pool and a spa and wellness centre. Guests can relax in the garden or have a drink at the bar. All units have air conditioning and are fitted with a flat screen TV and electric kettle. While all rooms have a balcony, some enjoy garden views while some enjoy sea views. The rooms are complete with a private bathroom with free toiletries. A buffet breakfast is available daily at the property. The onsite restaurant specializes in local, African and international cuisines as well as seafood options. Speaking German, English, French and Dutch, the staff at the property are available to help guests with all their queries. The nearest airport, Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, is about 37 km from the property. Zanzibar Bay Resort & Spa offers airport shuttle services upon request at an additional cost .Show full description
Overlooking the Indian Ocean, this resort is 25 kilometres from Zanzibar Airport. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels also 4 bars and 3 restaurants are offered on site. Offering a private balcony with a view. Each room at Sea Cliff Resort & Spa Zanzibar contains an en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower. Mangapwani Restaurant serves local and international cuisine, Terrace Restaurant offers casual dining and Kobe Restaurant provides guests with a light lunch at the swimming pool at Zanzibar Sea Cliff Resort & Spa. A bar on a private beach, the Kobe Poolside Bar and the Jetty Bar are also offered. The Zanzi Bar features views of the Indian Ocean. Guests can relax at the Shwari Spa or enjoy kayaking, windsurfing, sailing and water skiing at Zanzibar Sea Cliff Resort & Spa . A recreation centre with billiards, table tennis and 2 tennis courts are also available. Stone Town is 18 kilometres from Sea Cliff Resort & Spa Zanzibar.Show full description
Outstanding SPA facilities. Situated along a sandy, palm-fringed beach, Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa features three swimming pools and tennis courts, a spa, fitness centre and floating restaurant. There is also a scuba diving centre. The spacious, air-conditioned rooms and suites all come with a balcony and Zanzibari-style décor. They are equipped with a safety deposit box and minibar. Each en suite bathroom includes a hairdryer and shower. Guests can relax at SAMAWATI Spa, by the beach or in one of the swimming pools. They can also enjoy the games room, which offers billiards, table tennis, board games, darts and playing cards. There are three restaurants with a variety of buffet and a la carte menus. Tours and excursions can be arranged by the resort. Karafuu is just a 2-minute drive from Pingwe Village and 5 minutes’ drive from Kae Beach. Stone Town and Zanzibar International Airport are both 65 km from the resort.Show full description
Opened June 2022. Facing the beachfront, The Mora Zanzibar offers 5-star accommodation in Matemwe and features a shared lounge, terrace and bar. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The resort has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, evening entertainment and a kids' club. The rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. Every room is equipped with a safety deposit box, while certain rooms come with a patio and others also boast sea views. At the resort rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. A buffet, continental or American breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At The Mora Zanzibar you will find a restaurant serving African, Brazilian and Chinese cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. The accommodation offers a children's playground. You can play billiards, table tennis and darts at The Mora Zanzibar, and car hire is available. The resort features amenities such as an on-site business centre, sauna and hot tub. Speaking German, English, Spanish and French, staff are ready to help around the clock at the reception. Muyuni Beach is a few steps from The Mora Zanzibar, while Kichwele Forest Reserve is 33 km from the property. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International, 56 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
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