Zanzibar
Accommodation
Whether you choose to stay amid the hussle and bustle of Stone Town or escape to your private island paradise, you'll discover that Zanzibar has holiday accommodation to suit most budgets and tastes.
An IsLand Paradise
Shooting Star Inn
On the north-east coast of Zanzibar overlooking the fine white sands and coconut palms of Kiwengwa Beach, Shooting Star Inn is a relaxed family-run hotel which is highly regarded for both its accommodation and food.
Matemwe Retreat
Matemwe lies perched on a coral rock, surrounded by the best beaches and right opposite the Mnemba Atoll, which offers spectacular diving and snorkelling. The friendly staff, relaxed atmosphere, lush tropical gardens, fine white sand, intimate swimming pools, massages, and magnificent food specializing in fresh seafood make Matemwe the ultimate tropical paradise on the intriguing island of Zanzibar.
Unguja Resort
Unguja Resort is an up-market hotel in Kizimkazi on the southern tip of Zanzibar. There are ten spacious private bungalows and from your ocean view terrace you can watch the local fishermen sailing the Indian Ocean. All bungalows are beautifully decorated in Zanzibar style and offer full en-suite facilities. The restaurant serves excellent cruising, the chef makes use of many local Zanzibar ingredients such as fresh seafood and exotic spices.
Pongwe Beach Hotel
Pongwe Beach Hotel offers the perfect paradise island experience. The bay's clear blue waters — protected by the reef one kilometre from the shore — are ideal for swimming and snorkeling. The hotel's beautiful gardens surround sixteen beach front Zanzibarian cottages. Each cottage has an en-suite bathroom, with Moroccan style walk in shower and its own private terrace where guests may enjoy the sunrise and a leisurely breakfast.
Ras Nungwi
The Ras Nungwi Hotel is situated in a natural paradise on the northern-most peninsula of Zanzibar Island, overlooking a expanse of iridescent Indian Ocean. Lush gardens drop down onto one of the finest and most unspoilt beaches on the island, which in turn is fringed by a wide and thriving coral reefs which offer exciting areas to dive and snorkel. Theses ecologically sensitive reefs are home to flourishing populations of dolphin, turtles and countless marine species.
Robinsons Place
Robinson's Place is located 2km north of the village of Bwejuu, on Zanzibar's beautiful and untouched east coast, where you'll find several guest houses set in lush gardens just off the pristine beach. Close Encounters staff have some great personal experiences that we would be happy to share with you and feel that Robinsons Place offers a unique experience. Robinson Place provides simple, yet very tasteful accommodation, delicious traditional Zanzibari food and an atmosphere so relaxed and friendly you will not want to leave.
Mnemba Island Lodge
Staying at Mnemba Island Lodge, situated on an exclusive island just 3 miles off the north-eastern tip of Zanzibar, one experiences the finest service, gourmet catering and island activities. Guests are assigned a personal butler to cater to their requirements throughout their holiday and enjoy a fabulous range of island activities, including snorkelling, windsurfing, kayaking and scuba diving the gloriously clear waters of the surrounding Indian Ocean.
Stone Town
Africa House
Once a royal residence, The Africa House is tastefully furnished throughout with Persian carpets, antiques, original photographs and paintings by local artists. Fifteen elegantly furnished deluxe rooms, all with en suite bathrooms offer breathtaking view across the rooftops of old Stone Town or the alluring Indian Ocean. Each room is equipped with air conditioning unit, satellite television, mini fridge, room service and complimentary tea and coffee making facilities.
236 Hurumzi, Stone Town
236 Hurumzi is the second tallest building in Stone Town, Zanzibar. The hotel has been completely restored to its former glory. Its an exquisite romantic retreat, full of character, with all rooms equipped with large stone bathtubs for bubble bath pleasures. The sultan-sized rooms on the first and second floor have 20 foot ceilings, carved doors and original stucco decor. All guest rooms have large Zanzibari beds complete with netting.
The Dhow Palace
The Dhow Palace, with its Arabian archways, authentic Zanzibari antiques and ornate ornaments, was originally an Omani mansion dating back to the 1870s. A beautiful hand-carved door studded with brass knobs welcomes you into the modest reception area. A central courtyard with a water fountain, makuti-thatch chairs and palm fronds provides a deliciously cool haven in the heat of the day. The atmosphere inside this hotel is tranquil and relaxed, a welcome relief from the hustle and bustle of the Stone Town streets.
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