Hotels in Tanzania

If only we could rate more than 10. It was much better than the other 10s we rated (when we rated 10). It was, by far, the best place we stayed in all of our 2-month honeymoon in all of Africa. As we came, the hosts welcomed us so warmly that we felt they expected only us all the years they were here. We got welcome drinks and snacks - a fine wine and very good Samosas, served on the beautiful balcony in front of the ocean. All our bags (5, heavy) were carried without saying anything, with a big smile and good vibes. In our spacious room, we noticed a nice map of Zanzibar, marked with places of interest around (which we used, almost all of them), a welcome note, and welcome gifts! Cute bracelets that we still wear. Since we came in a hot season, the room was also equipped with an extra-strong fan, which was just what we needed as I'm sensitive to the hit. The beach was ridiculously close since it was the high tide, so we spent a few hours in the water. The dinner and lunch (extra, but fair prices, excellent quality, taste, and variety) were amazing. So tasty, and the options were all great and varied. We also had a bottle of SA wine, a fair price, and we liked it. Breakfast was yummy. Just everything you need - eggs, coffee, juice, toast, pancakes/chapati with guacamole and a fruit plate. I don't know how they do it, but the staff is so friendly and helpful. Important: I have Celiac, so I need gluten-free food. In all of Africa it was usually an issue, but not here. They made sure that I always had a variety of delicious options, even really creative ones like coconut rice bread for breakfast or hamburger. In the afternoon they invited us to a boat cruise (free!), to swim & snorkel in three different spots. During the cruise, they serve wine, water, and sodas, also free. They also have snorkeling gear, which we used all day long, and canoes, which we didn't have the time to use😞 It's these details that made our stay so calm and fun.

Nice place, nice atmosphere, staff very helpful and very accessible to beach and other activities. Enjoyed the snorkeling organized by the manager of Babaloa and good places to eat around the area.

This place is a gem! A new hotel with a big heart, right by the ocean, surrounded by peaceful gardens and a stunning pool. The rooms are spacious and stylish, the breakfast is fresh and delicious, and very friendly staff. The connection to the hospitality school is inspiring—it's not just a great stay, it’s also supporting something meaningful.. It’s rare to find a place that feels this good in every way. Thank you, Palmera!

This hotel was by far the best one we stayed at during our trip to Tanzania (we visited four different ones). It's extremely well designed, spotlessly clean, the food was very good, and the host was outstanding—better than anywhere else we stayed. Highly recommended!

We accidentally came across the African bungalows and can surely say it’s one of the nicest hotels we stayed in. The hotel is new and is lovely. So much attention to detail and has this lovely African vibe. From simple things like WiFi connection, which is hard to find in Zanzibar, to air conditioning. The rooms are spotless and service is offered every day. The hotel has a pool, which gives you a break from the busy beach and being constantly approached by people selling tours. The hotel facilities are amazing and so is the stuff working here. We felt so welcome, very safe and looked after.

We had a wonderful stay at Pangani Cliffs! The staff and managers went above and beyond to make us feel truly welcome and cared for. The food was outstanding, every day brought a new dish prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. They also arranged a fantastic boat trip to Maziwe Island, where we had a great time. We loved exploring the reef at low tide, unwinding by the pool, and enjoying delicious cocktails with a breathtaking ocean view. I would highly recommend spending at least 2-3 days here, as there are plenty of activities to enjoy and discover. 😍

The staff were really nice and helpful. The place is amazing and the location was so good

Location, cleanness, family friendly, and great staff

Can’t beat the location, food, or staff. Truly a 10/10

It's a beautiful place 😍 The staff is excellent JOLA IS EXCELLENT AT HER WORK AND WELCOME WAS EXCELLENT ❤️❤️

Everything! everyone was so welcoming and the place was so beautiful and peaceful.