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Kilindi Zanzibar, hotel in Kendwa

Nestled in a tropical garden along a secluded beachfront on the north-west coast, Kilindi Zanzibar features pavilion-styled luxury accommodation, spa facilities, and an infinity pool.

Amazing hotel, large villas with 2 pools, big bathroom, resting area located in bush garden. Very well maintained landscaping. Very clean.Terrific service with private buttler, excelent food. The best place to take the rest.
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
138 reviews
Price from£982.91per night
Adventurevilla, hotel in Kendwa

Located in Kendwa, 400 metres from Kendwa Beach, Adventurevilla provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

Peaceful private place hidden between village and sea. Willing and helpful owner and staff (manage anything what you want, good fast communication, P.S: thank you for help me find my forgotten running vest :)). Nice view and spacious terrace. Outside breakfast (fruit and eggs) with the sea view. Beautiful green garden with the turtles :)
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
6 reviews
Price from£42.58per night
Sansi Kendwa Beach Resort, hotel in Kendwa

Facing the beachfront, Sansi Kendwa Beach Resort offers 4-star accommodation in Kendwa and features an outdoor swimming pool, garden and terrace.

The rooms were cleaned well, the poster bed was made up in the evenings. The hotel is located on the far end of Kendwa beach, so can provide quiet atmosphere
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
257 reviews
Price from£149.60per night
Kendwa Rocks Hotel, hotel in Kendwa

Located on Kendwa Beach and surrounded by lush gardens, Kendwa Rocks Hotel offers rooms and suites with views of the Indian Ocean or the garden. Zanzibar Town is 1 hour drive away.

I have stayed before a year ago, and stayed in the forest room this time, which was renovated and so fresh and slick inside. The beach is amazing at low and high tide, and those magical sunsets. The staff down in the restaurant and bar are amazing so attentive and friendly and that bar on the beach is lovely.
7.5
Scored 7.5
Good
Rated good
1,336 reviews
Price from£116.86per night
Sunset Kendwa Beach Hotel, hotel in Kendwa

Located on Kendwa Beach in Nungwi, the Sunset Kendwa Beach Hotel offers spacious rooms and bungalows. It features a dive centre, a restaurant and 24-hour front desk.

We took the deluxe rooms which are located right at the beach. This is the low peak season so hotel was practically empty except for us and 2 other guests. Rooms are clean, beach is amazing with an amazing view of the sunset. Food was also good but pricy.
7.5
Scored 7.5
Good
Rated good
1,057 reviews
Price from£117.26per night
Zuri Zanzibar, hotel in Kendwa

Situated in the Kendwa Beach district of Kendwa, Zuri Zanzibar offers accommodation with a private beach area and free WiFi. The property boasts an outdoor swimming pool, garden, terrace and a bar.

Everything was perfect! We really enjoyed our stay. The only issue was mosquitos, we got bitten a lot despite using mosquito repellent.
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
507 reviews
Price from£784.41per night
Kendwa Carletto Style, hotel in Kendwa

Located within 800 metres of Kendwa Beach and 40 km of Kichwele Forest Reserve, Kendwa Carletto Style offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kendwa.

Nice rooms and staff!
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
181 reviews
Price from£53.63per night
Pumzika Kendwa Villa, hotel in Kendwa

Set just 70 metres from Kendwa Beach, Pumzika Kendwa Villa provides accommodation in Kendwa with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen.

very close to the beach
8.6
Scored 8.6
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
60 reviews
Price from£59.23per night
Ndiro Beach House Kendwa, hotel in Kendwa

Set in Kendwa, just a few steps from Kendwa Beach, Ndiro Beach House Kendwa offers beachfront accommodation with free WiFi. The air-conditioned accommodation is 2.8 km from Royal Beach.

The location
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
226 reviews
Price from£35.62per night
Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa, hotel in Kendwa

Located on Kendwa Beach, the oasis of luxury that is Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa offers guests stylish, individually decorated accommodation with a terrace overlooking the Indian Ocean or garden.

The Management was very accessible, alert and responsive. The staff were good and courteous overall.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
352 reviews
Price from£302.56per night
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  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    In general, the hotel was okay, with an excellent location.

    In general, the hotel was okay, with an excellent location. However, there were some issues to address: The breakfast had a good variety of food, but unfortunately, warm items were cold. When I requested my sausages to be reheated, they were returned cold, accompanied by a surprised question about wanting them hot. It would be better if the staff anticipated the preference for warm breakfast items. The bed was so uncomfortable, causing back pain every morning. I tried all sides of mattress, and anyways there was a pit regardless of the position. This might be specific to only my bed, but it needs attention. The restaurant offers good food at reasonable prices, and the waiters speaks good English and are polite ( except trainees) Cleanless! Room was clean and tide, but there were several diferent bugs around, but its Africa, you just need to ask to spray your room for bugs (i asked but they never did) and you need to ask for wc paper and ask for clean towels. Water pression in the shower and hot water was very good. Unfortunately AC didnt wor for last 2 nights. I guess a gas just finished, but noone came to check on it, just excuses about low voltage. Well, when voltage was low even fridge was not working, bet when voltage restored AC and fridge worked excellent. Water got frozen in the fridge in 1h - so thats not a low voltage at all. Despite the issues, I tought I would consider to come back, but after last 2 nights struggles, I doubt about it. Particularly I would suggest a room with a sea view and small private pool, keeping in mind that perfection may not exist in every aspect, especially in a place like Zanzibar.
    Iveta
    Zambia
  • 4.0
    Scored 4.0

    The internet is going to tell you Kendwa has the most...

    The internet is going to tell you Kendwa has the most beautiful beach in Zanzibar....it has not....not at all....yes, the beach is nice and wide and white.....but there is no vegetation at all, it's full of sunbeds and umbrellas from the resorts/hotels....way to many traders and not much to offer than going up and down, only to then retreat to your hotel or some place with shade....if you come here for drinks or a party, fine, but don't waste all of your vacation here, when there are many other cheaper and more beautiful places on the island...
    Dave211
    Germany
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Kendwa beach in its self is one of the best I have been too...

    Kendwa beach in its self is one of the best I have been too and I have been a regular beach traveller worldwide for the last 40 years. The only advice I would suggest would be to vet the hotel thoroughly as sunseabar was not upto standard it advertised. Go out into local restaurants we tried 4 different ones all were superb so far superior to the hotel
    john
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Serene grounds, welcoming staff and very courteous to...

    Serene grounds, welcoming staff and very courteous to clientele. Food was good (seafood) and the rooms are superb ( got an ocean view facing the tennis court. Need more African entertainment for guests at night though!
    Lillian
    United States
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Clean, small and quiet guest house right on the beach!

    Clean, small and quiet guest house right on the beach! They welcome you with a delicious fresh tropical juice! It is nice to see local people and fishermen living just next door. In the other hand thou, the front sea is full of boats that make swimming a bit complicated. The staff is very kind. Rooms are sober but clean and furnitures are nicely wooden. Breakfast is in range(no buffet, no choice) but good. Very much recommended place. I would definitely return there.
    Arianna
    Italy
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Kendwa is the perfect beach holiday.

    Kendwa is the perfect beach holiday. This is the only area bot effected by tides. The beach is wonderful and offers great places to eat. Kendwa rocks offers a great BBQ with live entertainment on Saturdays.
    ben
    United Kingdom

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Kendwa

  • From £43.22 per night
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 127 reviews
    The place was for us, family with two small children, a little gem. Do not let the alley leading to the door fool you. It is right on the beach, and quiet. Clean and nice rooms with big windows. We were welcomed with fresh juice. Five minutes walk to the very crowded area by Kendwa Rocks- where the very best part of the beach is. The chef served the best fish we've had during our four week stay in Zanzibar, also a tasty breakfast. He surprised us with a small squid dish on the side. When we go back we will definitely stay here.
    Birkeland Galteland
    Norway
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 41 reviews
    We loved staying here. You get to enjoy one of the nicest beaches in the world (just a 5 minute walk away) at an incredible value. The room was simple but very comfortable and clean. The owner was very friendly and quickly responsive when we had a problem with the toilet. She gave great local recommendations too. The on site breakfast was delicious—including fresh fruit, juice, eggs, and pastries. Would recommend my family and friends to stay here if they visit Zanzibar!
    Greta
    United States
  • 7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 336 reviews
    Room was specious and clean . Balcony was big and it was our favorite spot for chilling in the evening . Beach in front of the hotel is one of the best beach in the world . Plenty of sunbeds in the resort so you can always find some spot for yourself without the need to go early to reserve. Resort is secured with a couples of security so if you leave your staff on the sunbeds you feel safe , food was delicious , the staff are friendly , all in all it was excellent stay
    K
    Kassem
    Palestinian Territory
  • From £600.31 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 352 reviews
    The food was excellent, the service was the same, the beach was gorgeous, the weather was perfect. The resort is located at the tip of Zanzibar on the white sand beaches. There are less people here and the beach huts are spaciously apart - the neighboring resorts are crowded in comparison. The property is beautiful and the entertainment is good fun. We came here for peace and quiet after a long safari and time in Stonetown and the Zanzibar Gold delivered!
    Katie
    United States
  • From £121.66 per night
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,057 reviews
    Staff were freindly, cooperative and helpful. location is perfect for sunset view and watersports. Breakfast boufet is rich, diverse, and delicious. Thier resturant couisines are delicious.It is the best one we tried in Zanzibar, but their prices are slightly higher, and, most of their couisine are western. It is a quite old hotel but facilities are in good condition.
    M
    Mohamed
    Tanzania
  • From £374.19 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 507 reviews
    Probably the best hotel in Zanzibar, The big benefit is the ability to swim independently of the low/high tide, which is differ from other hotels on the west coast. Great breakfast, excellent beach bar with various programs. good number of sunbeds on the beach and near the pool. we will come back. Thanks for the great tour via Hotel Spice Garden!
    Ivan_Sokolov_75
    Germany
  • From £32.02 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 262 reviews
    Great place in the heart of kendwa!! All you need is in a very near location to varadero and paulino is always available for any question. Fast speed internet, good food with good prices, transfers and tours available for better prices than rest of island, super clean accommodation and friendly staff you will find there. Great place!!
    trump
    Estonia
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 44 reviews
    • The location of the SunSeaBar hotel is truly spectacular, with immediate access to the pristine waters of the Zanzibar channel. • The hotel features a great pool, sun loungers, and a restaurant. • The hotel was very clean, and housekeeping did a great job throughout, giving public areas and corridors a pleasant fresh smell.
    Mike
    United Kingdom
  • From £46.10 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 176 reviews
    Everything was great! Accommodation quality is amazing for Zanzibar standards but the best thing about this place is Villa's staff, especially Dula. He will help you with EVERYTHING and go the extra mile each time. Location of the place is also great, 4 minutes to the beach, loads of shops and cafes around and it feels safe
    Denis
    United Kingdom
  • From £46.10 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 176 reviews
    The view is to die for. To sit in your balcony and watch the sunset makes the place worth it. It's location is decent a 3min walk to the beach and a minute away from Kendwa rocks. The bed was really comfortable and the room was clean. The staff member (local) at the restaurant was really nice. The building is new and clean.
    Khalidthedoctor
    Saudi Arabia
  • From £215.15 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 257 reviews
    It's a nice not too big hotel and all the rooms are walking distance to its restaurant. Rooms are big, clean and comfortable. The all-inclusive is in fact partially all-inclusive, which you find out when you read the bar menu. So, if this is important in making your choices, keep this in mind. Hotel staff is very friendly.
    bora
    Turkey
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 325 reviews
    The personals was very kind and helpful. They are always here when you need them. We feel like at home. You have the most beautiful beach of zanzibar at 250 meters. The breakfast was very good and fresh, you have a lot of choices. Thank you Amina for your service (she’s at the front desk), you are amazing.
    Ahcene
    France
  • From £64.03 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 783 reviews
    Staff more than welcoming, making their best to see the guests happy. There was an electricity cut offs but its not from the hotel, its a big electricity problem here in Zanzibar now. But they tried to make the best to keep everything under control. Nice views and beach front. Coming back soon <3
    D
    Derik
    Tanzania
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 60 reviews
    The stay at Pumzika was perfect for us, we had an amazing week. The house is just a 2 minute walk from the Kendwa beach, and many good restaurants nearby. Mustafa was an excellent host helping us get the most out of our time in Zanzibar. Thank you!
    Jonatan
    Norway
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 325 reviews
    The hotel offers access to one of the best beaches in the whole of Zanzibar island. Very clean rooms and exceptional hospitality. Thank you guys for making our stay so comfortable. A special thanks to Queen, Ummy and Monika. Love you guys 😘
    Gharbi
    Germany
  • From £26.41 per night
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 169 reviews
    I really enjoyed my stay in Zanzibar in this hotel. Workers and management very friendly, live music and dances and great breakfast so great value 10/10
    maria_024
    Germany
  • From £64.03 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 783 reviews
    It’s a small budget hotel that could improve in their facilities like fixing broken toilets and showers
    A
    Anonymous
    Qatar
  • From £374.19 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 507 reviews
    Zuri has one of the nicest beaches in Zanzibar. The rooms are nice, clean with a cool private balcony.
    Maya
    United Arab Emirates
  • From £108.86 per night
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,336 reviews
    Kendwa beach is the best of Zanzibar and this hotel is so close to the water.
    Charalampos
    Greece
  • From £108.86 per night
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,336 reviews
    Big hotel right next to beach.
    Rebecca
    United Kingdom

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