
Beach house vacation rentals in Zanzibar Island
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Beachfront house rentals

Villa Heidi at beach with pool - Zanzibar
what a lovely place with lovely hosts and caretakers would definitely recommend Villa heidi to anyone and will definitely be returning

Nakupenda House
Nakudenda House is a nice, spacious house in the heart of Jambiani village. The beach is just a stone's throw away. Lots of nice restaurants around. The house offers comfortable, large bedrooms. It's nicely decorated and has all you need to enjoy wonderful Jambiani. Eta and Romain are very nice hosts, very proactive and try to solve any problems as quickly as possible. Communicating with them was very easy and they go out of their way to make your stay a nice one.

4 Bed Villa on Secluded Beach
Wow I don’t even know where to start! This was truly one of the best Airbnbs I’ve stayed in Zanzibar. As an Airbnb property this one completely exceeded my expectations. It offers amazing value for money.I had such a peaceful time watching the sunset and listening to the sound of the waves. As for the kids words can’t even describe it they had the time of their lives, especially enjoying the infinity pool. I only wish we had booked a longer stay, but unfortunately, it was time to head home. I will definitely be coming back to this home away from home. Having visited Zanzibar several times, I can confidently say that it’s hard to find a place like this near town with full AC, reliable WiFi, fully equipped kitchen. We even made lovely breakfasts for the kids. Bonus: it’s just 5 mins from the airport and only 15 mins to Stone Town. Truly worth every penny.And as for Mohammed what a kind gentleman. He went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. I recommend this

Beachfront Bliss in Zanzibar
Lovely home—clean, cozy, and well-equipped. Great location and very comfortable stay. The host was kind and responsive. Only thing I would recommend is a sign because it was pretty hard for the taxi to find us. I’m already planning on coming back next year with my family hopefully this house is available!

Luxury Villa With Private Pool and Sea View
Die schönste Unterkunft auf Sansibar, ausschließlich super nettes Personal, das Zimmer und der Pool waren perfekt sauber und geschmackvoll eingerichtet, die Lage ist unschlagbar. Wir würden jedem empfehlen, hier hin zu kommen und kehren auf jeden Fall zurück! ❤️

Zanzibar Ethical House
Splendida location sulla spiaggia di Kiwengwa località Cairo davanti alla lingua di sabbia. Casa molto ben restaurata, mantiene intatto il gusto africano con le giuste comodità . Ottima la cucina nei dintorni e volendo anche a domicilio con il buon Ramma , oltre che driver anche in veste di cuoco. Ho amato molto i paesaggi variegati delle maree che creavano splendide piscine naturali. Consiglio vivamente. Tornerò di certo.

Zanzibar Ocean bay Villa
Great host. The host deserves to to be ranked as a "Super Host". The host was more than accommodating, He went above and beyond. The home was spotless and right on the ocean, as described. The view was magnificent and breathtaking. We watched the cruise ships sail past the house. Fishermen who fished for crabs often stopped by, as we lounged on the veranda or in the pool, to offer us fresh crabs from the ocean. On arrival, the host provided tropical juices, wine, and water. This was one of the best Airbnb hosts I have encountered. Should I return to Zanzibar, I hope I am lucky enough to stay at the Ocean Bay Villa. I recommend this place to anyone planning a trip to Zanzibar.

Magnolia Villa 2 , Matemwe, Zanzibar
für zanzibar ist diese Unterkunft Luxus. mit allem ausgestattet was man braucht . gibt immer warm Wasser sehr guter Wasserdruck, Klimaanlage. war sehr privat dennoch konnte man zu Fuß überall hin gelangen. die Leute dort sind sehr hilfsbereit und versuchen einem jeden Wunsch zu erfüllen. war Klasse
Beach house rentals with a pool

Villa Zuhura in Zanzibar
Cynthia's home was perfect for our family. Home was exactly as what was in the picture. Upstairs area of home was open, bright, and welcoming. Ester rhe housekeeper was very accommodating, what ever we needed, she would make it happen. The clear glistening pool was my getaway spot. The home was in a quiet area, but only a few minutes from shopping, this was the perfect location for us. I would definitely recommend this home.

Cozy private villa in Fukuchani
Fukuchani Inn is wonderful - the staff is pleasant, kind, and very willing to help with whatever you might need. Everyone was friendly and we had a wonderful stay. The Inn is right near the ocean, a quick little walk to a beautiful (albeit rocky) beach, and it's very close (about 15 mins) from Nungwi beach. And the pool is lovely! We stayed in the 2-bedroom Villa and it was perfect for my family, plenty of space and very clean. And of course I have to mention Daisy, the basset hound!! Such a friendly and good girl :) We would love to come back one day - overall, great stay :) Friendly reminder to travelers, Tanzania and Zanzibar often have power outages, and this includes A/C - but they only lasted a few mins each time, and the staff aims to provide as comfortable a stay as possible.

Afra luxury Villa in Zanzibar
Yolanda is an amazing hostess. My travel companions and I were in a bind because we had issues with our other lodging reservations. Yolanda was able to accommodate our group last minute in her home and made sure we were all comfortable. Her home is beautifully decorated, equipped with everything you could need, the pool and backyard is beautiful, the water is hot and the ac works great. She is also located right in between Blue Safari and Stone Town which was very convenient for the activities we were looking to do without long transits. There are also restaurants and a grocery store within 5 min walking distance. Lastly her cleaning and managing team is very responsive and helpful as well. In short, Yolanda's home is one of the best airbnb's I've ever stayed in and she's one of the best hostess' I've ever had the pleasure of meeting with. I would recommend her and her place to anyone who is considering booking with her.

Villa Retreat
Fantastic location on the ocean, with fabulous views from all terraces and especially from the upper outside deck. Great open plan living space with views and spacious bedrooms with en suite bathrooms . The staff were incredibly welcoming, kind and discreet, always there to greet and assist. The property and gardens are really well designed and have a great flow. Superb walks to the reefs at low tide. The remote location provides great privacy and relaxation, highly recommended. We will be back!

Exquisite Double Storey Luxury Retreat Paje Beach
Opulent living.

The Baobab Villa
Our stay at this beautiful villa exceeded all expectations! The pristine, large pool and stunning property were truly impressive, but what really made our experience unforgettable was Barbara, the amazing host. She went above and beyond, even arranging our airport pick-up and drop-off, making everything so easy. Her warmth and hospitality made us feel right at home. Highly recommend staying here – it’s a perfect getaway!

We Call It Home - Bububu Villa
A beautiful Airbnb and amazing host! The hospitality was great and the surprised breakfast being included was a plus. It was a bit hard to find, but once we did we didn’t want to leave! Wished we stayed at this Airbnb longer!

Manami Villa with Private Pool
Private, peaceful and quiet! The place is actually much homier feeling than the pictures reflect and very clean. A huge industrial size fan made the outside very enjoyable. Extremely responsive host and manager. Accessible to the beach, but also feels very secure with the guards and gate at the front of the complex. AC, generator, and wifi all worked well and were a lifesaver. The kitchen range was having problems, which we were notified about on check-in, but was very annoying to work with which I am sure they will fix promptly - there was also the upstairs outdoor kitchen to use so not a huge inconvenience. The chef who cooked our dinner did an excellent job. We stayed for 5 nights and it was outstanding. We are already planning to come back.
Private beach house rentals

Mawingu Eco House
Wunderschönes inmitten von Bäumen und Blumen stehendes Haus. Wir haben uns sofort wie zuhause gefühlt. Es gibt nur in einem der zwei Schlafzimmer eine Klimaanlage, und die haben wir bei den Temperaturen zum Schlafen gebraucht. Die Gegend hat uns auf Samsibar am besten gefallen weil sie nicht so touristisch ist wie der Rest. Wir würden immer wieder gern in das tolle Haus zurückkehren!

Wakushi House with sea view, authentic, quiet
We loved loved loved our stay at Wakushi house. Rebecca and Amani were so helpful and sweet people to be around and their place is just amazing. It is simply beautiful and very airy which is important on such a hot island. But it was the little details that stood out- fresh flowers, self-colored towels and handmade soap (which you can also purchase as a souvenir). Rebecca was also super helpful to arrange some trips and even took me to her yoga class. This might have been my best Airbnb-find ever!

Enjoy ZanziLove! Bright, comfy, island get away.
We stayed at Fumba town for 5 days and the place was brilliant. Thanks to our lovely host and area the place was worth it. Bathroom and rooms looked better than in the picture.

Malkia-Haus: komfortabel/geräumig/strandnah
Wie waren aufgrund der aktuellsten eher schlechten Bewertung etwas skeptisch. Haben dann trotzdem gebucht, da wir ganz kurzfristig einchecken konnten und der Preis einfach super war. Welch Glück: es war definitiv die geräumigste und komfortabelste Unterkunft, die wir auf unserer Rundreise auf Sansibar hatten👍👍👍 Besonders das große Wohn-/Esszimmer war trotz der Hitze angenehm kühl und wir verbrachten dort bei starkem Regen einen gemütlichen Spieleabend. Dieses Zimmer ist das einzige des Hauses welches nur mit Metallmückenschutz und ohne Fensterscheiben ausgestattet ist. So geht durch die vielen Fenster immer ein angenehmer Luftzug. Danke für den schönen Aufenthalt!

Cozy House in Nungwi Zanzibar
Zoe was an amazing host and really helpful with providing recommendations on where to eat and what to see on the island. Zoe was also very quick with her responses which made our stay at Zanzibar stress free. The property was spacious, with the showers having good water pressure and the beds being covered in mosquito nets. We had rented a car and we were able to park the car safely inside the gate. Overall we would definitely recommend Zoe as a host and her property as a great place to stay!

Tahira's House - 1 min away from the beach
Tahira House e‘ una grande casa con un magnifico terrazzo sotto un grande tetto di Makuti ad un minuto dalla spiaggia e 3 dal centro del villaggio. La casa e‘ grande e comoda, la security disponibile e attenta. Ci siamo trovati benissimo. La proprieta‘ e‘ molto bella e proprio per questo meriterebbe di essere rinfrescata perche‘ sicuramente dimostra gli anni che ha.

Experience Authentic Island Life - 1 Min to Ocean
Un séjour parfait dans la maison de Weyni a Jambiani. Parti a 7 en famille, nous avons apprécié d'être au coeur du village pour s'imprégner de la vie locale mais également d'être dans une réelle proximité de la plage. L'emplacement est parfait. Weyni est une hôte qui m'a accompagné et a communiqué dès la réservation jusqu'à la fin du séjour. Elle est très réactive et a toujours répondu avec gentillesse a nos demandes. Je remercie sincèrement Weyni et j'espère revenir dans sa maison pour un prochain séjour a Zanzibar tellement j'ai apprécié cette île et les personnes qui la composent. Je recommande fortement.

Private house, pool and garden, Zanzibar
For us Marias place was an oasis of tranquility, peace and beauty... the colorful, rich and lovingly cared garden, a very comfortable pool, conscitious house cleaning, an incredible rooftop with nice breeze and the possibility to take a shower upstairs were amazing. Thank you so much Maria for the heartful communication & for SHARING YOUR PARADISE :))
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