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Apartment in Jambiani
4.75 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviewsBaobab V2 Villa apartment(140m2)
After 2 weeks of volunteering, this accommodation was great to come down and relax. The location was really great and Barbara was always on hand to help with recommendations, a bajaji etc. needed. It was a great end to our time in Zanzibar. Highly recommended!

Home in Kati
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 14 reviewsPrivate Ocean House with Pool
Beautiful accommodation, exceptional garden and idyllic setting. Exterior maintained every two days ( Pool, garden ). The location is very quiet. However, anticipate if you need to shop because the amenities are not nearby. Thanks to Captain Abdul (recommended by Anja) for his availability, activities and kindness. He is great, do not hesitate to go through him, especially for the access to the accommodation which is not obvious the first time. Anja is very responsive, thanks to her! We recommend this place.

Cottage in Jambiani/Shungi
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 152 reviewsAn eco beach house , private , quiet, pool
Amazing view , amazing hospitality. Highly recommended .

Apartment in Magharibi
5 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviewsSeaside Apartment in Fumba Beach
Great Stay in Fumba Town We stayed at this apartment for 6 days as part of our vacation and we enjoyed the stay. It’s a great apartment within a secure compound, it was good for us as we had kids so on days that we were resting from excursions, kids spent time at the swimming pool. Some four restaurants around the compound hence easy to access food in days that we did not want to make food. Finally it was close to Stone Town, just like 15mins to 20mins drive and other places for Blue Safari etc. The host was great and so responsive and helpful. Always reaching out to us to support. We really felt at home. We stayed there during Dec 2024 to Jan 2025

Home in Tanga Region
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviewsEmbedodo Private Bedroom for Two, Ushongo beach
The place is amazing I definitely recommend this place to any one considering

Home in Jambiani
4.73 out of 5 average rating, 40 reviewsBest spot at the beach! With outside Bed
We really enjoyed our stay at Ingrid's place. The ability to walk out directly to the beach was incredible - as well as the night bed! It was very clean and the flexible check-in worked out very well for us as we were running a little late. Overall, great stay and well worth it.

Home in Kiwengwa / Kaskasini A
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 117 reviewsKAMILI VIEW casa MAMBO in Zanzibar
We loved our stay at Carola & Mado's place! The villa was very clean and spacious with everything we needed to cook inside. There is a big balcony with sea views and nice breeze. We felt cool with the fans even though it was hot season. Carola was proactive and gave clear instructions. Salum was available on the property and responsive. Very easy communication. The beach is a 2 minute walk away and town is also a 2 minute walk away where you can buy basic groceries, water and snacks. There is also an affordable Italian resturant nearby that serves tasty pizzas! Our favorite part of the place was the pool surrounded by beautiful plants and trees. We will definitely stay here again when coming to Kiwengwa.

Apartment in Mchamba Wima
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviews2bed in Fumba with Pool, Seaview & Breakfast
Moza was great communicated well and provided a great place to stay. The location has a lot of stuff within walking distance so it was very convenient and safe.
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Home in Zanzibar
5 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviewsVilla Retreat
Uma and Mohamed were wonderful hosts. They made us feel very much at home, responding to any requests we had. Very flexible in terms of the house rules. The house is beautiful located just by the ocean with a very well maintained pool that we enjoyed everyday. Their team of staff were very friendly and quick at helping. The house is a little secluded therefore provisions for groceries e.t.c should be accounted for by the guest. Otherwise all the basics are provided by the host along with a delicious fruit basket.

Villa in Kiwengwa
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviewsvilla with private beach pool
WOW what a place. It gives you an authentic Zanzibar experience. From the moment I booked the process with Stephania was flawless. She is warm helpful and responsive. We met her upon check in and she makes you very welcome. The Villa is beautiful private and spacious. It has everything you need and a little grocery pack is waiting for you. It is decorated in a true Swahili style....very tasteful. Being right on the beach you always have a nice breeze. It was very hot when we went but the villa, pool and its grounds provided some much needed respite and shade. Its position is perfect...a lot of people that walked by admired it! Stephania and Rama have a great team. Pilee tends the villa garden daily and keeps the beach in front clean and tidy and Gucci tends to the pool. He will also take you to the village to shop or buy fish ..very helpful and kind. We used Rama for our taxi needs to and from the villa and a very early airport drop. He also does some fantastic trips. A superb place.

Villa in Matemwe
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 81 reviewsWater Lodge - Full Privacy Beach House
Fantastic villa right at the beach, Natalia and the rest of the team made our stay beyond perfect. We really enjoyed the food provided by the chef. This is a peaceful and private place, that we’re happy to recommend.

Home in Unguja South Region
5 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviewsThe bay residence
We had an amazing time at Pano's Beach Villa! The location was perfect, we rented our own car and it was easy to find. We loved driving to Stone Town but being able to go back to our secluded and safe villa. Check in was simple and the book of instructions was very clear. We had one question and Pano picked up his phone immediately. The beach in front of the villa was amazing. Was paradise walking along the water every morning and evening. We were lucky to be here during a full moon, the nights were amazing! I highly recommend going to Zanzibar, and if you do, I highly recommend Pano's Beach Villa. Very clean, comfortable and safe. What else can you want.

Townhouse in Kiwengwa
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 28 reviewsCozy house beautiful views and private pool
Very beautiful, private and well secured place with views of the ocean and swimming pool from the front sliding doors. It’s 2 minutes from the ocean and a beach with multiple restaurants, also there’s a Mato restaurant 30 seconds away incase you don’t want to go to the beach restaurants. Both Anna Maria and Abdul were very kind and responsive. Abdul gave us tips and recommendations and allowed us to stay a half an hour after check out time while waiting for our transport. We’d definitely come back. Thank you for welcoming us to your beautiful home.

Home in Uroa
5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviewsVilla Meravigliosa a Zanzibar
Our stay in Uroa was wonderful. Emanuele put us in touch with his property manager who helped us with everything from airport transfers, setting up tours and even getting some medicine when some of our family came down with the flu. Uroa is a little bit remote in terms of amenities but that is what we were looking for. There are a few local restaurants within walking distance on the beach but not much more than that. We enjoyed walking the beach every day, swimming and wading out to the sand bar at low tide. There are also people/companies on the beach if you want to setup snorkeling tours or watersports. The caretaker and the housekeeper do a wonderful job keeping up the property and the housekeeper even made a few meals for us with the groceries we bought in Stonetown! The house was beautiful and in good repair. Beds were good and the pool was great to relax in. Overall, it was a very relaxing stay, just what we needed at the end of our trip to Tanzania!

Villa in Kiwengwa
5 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviewsA Private Villa with Private Beach
Where to begin Where to begin? From the very first contact Moudi was responsive, helpful, respectful and precise with all of his communications, whether they were responses to our endless questions about Zanzibar, (as we had never been out of Europe before this holiday) or questions about what turned out to be the most sumptuos villa, (and private beach spot with Mohammed to look after you), a couple could ask for, so yes, Villa Uzuri, and the Host, Moudi, are THE BEST CHOICE you could make for a holiday on an idyllic island in the Indian ocean. Saying all of this does fill us with some dread because we feel we don't want to share our happy place!! Thats how we feel about Villa Uzuri.

Condo in Jambiani
5 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviewsVilla with beach side sea view.
We enjoyed staying at Rashad’s place. It’s close to everything and just a walking distance to the beach. There are other restaurants around the place. Cleaners comes every morning if you want cleaning. Rashid is a nice person and easy to communicate with as well. I highly recommend this place to other Airbnb community.
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Home in Ushongo Mabaoni
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 19 reviewsBEACH VILLA FACING INDIAN OCEAN
We had a really wonderful stay here. The place is very private and access to the beach is great! Elizabeth and Idi (the helpers and caretakers) were extremely helpful and friendly. I would recommend it and will definitely be back!

Home in Kiwengwa
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviewsCasa di Lilli - Papaya apartment
A little slice of heaven! We had an amazing stay at Elisabetta’s house in early January. The house is right on the gorgeous beach and it looks even better in real life than the pictures. It is very tastefully decorated and has everything you may need during your stay. The bedrooms are large and the covered patio overlooking the beach is absolutely gorgeous. It was great having Abdul to ask for recommendations and Teresa was just the best with cleaning and making us feel right at home. The town of Kiwengwa is small so we booked a few day trips from here and explored the rest of the island. Elisabetta is a wonderful host, extremely friendly and always responsive. She helped make our holiday very comfortable. We will cherish the memories that we made at Casa Di Lilli and would absolutely recommend booking this beautiful house.

Bungalow in Bwejuu
5 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviewsBahari Bungalow, Mala Boutique Hotel, by CocoStays
Had a lovely stay. Everyone including staff and front desk were very friendly and always checking up on me to make sure I was okay. Food was very tasty, and drinks were delicious. Lots to do in the area about 30 - hour drive , if you request a driver or tour guide.. excluding safaris and going into different towns. Can’t wait to visit again !

Villa in Pwani Mchangani
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviewsOceanView Villa & Bungalows
The feeling to live in a big private house with this garden almost like a jungle outside is amazing. The staff takes so good care of you and cook great meals. Jaku helped us with everything. Atm, shop,guids, food, showed us around, visit the villige school and was always on time. It is calm and not so many tourist around. The white beach outside is huge and its a great place for swimming. (I hope they start cleaning it a bit more, it deserve it. Nice restaurants close with wifi! The house is without so don't forget to load down the movie that you would like to see in the evening :) But these days its nice not having wifi all the time. Take the break, its good for us. The house gets a little dark in the evening but I hope there are more lamps next time I come back, because I really to want come back. They have changed the roof so don't get confused. its the same house as in the picture on airbnb. If you want get away from tourist and looking for a calm place just to relax, this is your house. And the house can absolutely take 15-20 persons. The villige behind it is small and not rich but the people that lives there are great and warm. we felt welcomed. So hire this place, meet the people that actually lives and was born in Zanzibar, Big hotels are all over the world, this is so much more. All my best, Siri

Home in Unguja Ukuu
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviewsIdyllic Beach House
We had a very enjoyable week in this rustic and peaceful retreat. Eating meals served beach side by the chef was a highlight. The staff is very friendly, trustworthy and responsive. Umari cooked fantastic meals for us every day and Ali arranged all our transportation as well as some truly memorable excursions. The sunset kayak trip through the mangrove forest, guided tour of Stone Town, and dolphin excursions are all once in a lifetime experiences and strongly recommended. The beach directly in front of the house is all yours, except for some happy local kids enjoying the water - there are no other tourists. If you want an authentic experience away from the sounds of modern life and tourist crowds, this is the place for you!

Home in Kiwengwa
4.72 out of 5 average rating, 18 reviewsSea Moon
Staying by the beach is magical! The terrace is super cozy. Inside it is a bit dark but all the more reason to spend time on the terrace.

Cottage in Zanzibar
5 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviewsVilla Thamani with Private Pool ZanzibarHouses
We had a wonderful time. The Villa is just brilliant. A little private oasis on a beautiful, huge beach. We loved watching the hustle and bustle of local industry (seaweed farming!) from the beach as well as tons of activity including horse riding and kite surfing. Despite this the beach did not feel overly busy. We went to the west side of the island at one point and were so pleased to be on the much less crowded east side. The villa was perfect. We thought we would cook but actually having Freddy, a private cook, a few times and also eating at local restaurants was so easy and cost efficient so we didn’t bother! The restaurant next door even brought the food to the villa. Mohammed looked after us brilliantly. Nothing was too much trouble and he kept the pool and beach surrounding the villa looking immaculate. Daily cleaning meant everything was ship shape. All in all a wonderful stay and great way to see in the New Year!

Villa in Kiwengwa
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviewsVilla Kobe - Stunning Villa on the beach
We just had an incredible stay at this beachfront villa in Zanzibar. It an incredibly beautiful location, and the house is spacious and clean. The real star of the property, beside the gorgeous beach is the staff. From the management agency, to the house manager Sule, to Tatu our housekeeper and Fabio the most friendly and warm Maasai guard- everyone made my daughter and I feel right at home. We hired a fantastic chef, Robinson through the agency and he made the best food at our request every day and the cost was reasonable. This is a must book for a peaceful vacation in Zanzibar away from the commercial hotel scene. Thank you Paolo for hosting us!
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