Nestled in a tropical garden along a secluded beachfront on the north-west coast, Kilindi Zanzibar features pavilion-styled luxury accommodations, spa facilities, and an infinity pool.
Our 3-star Villa Vanilla Kendwa hotel is located 984 feet from the most beautiful and largest beach in Zanzibar, Kendwa Beach.
Katende
Uganda
the facilities were clean inside and outside the room. the hotel is located super close to all the nice beaches, in a place i felt secure to move at all hours of the day (Night included). The staff were super helpful and friendly.
Facing the beachfront, Sansi Kendwa Beach Resort offers 4-star accommodations in Kendwa and features an outdoor swimming pool, garden and terrace.
wesley
United States of America
Incredibly friendly staff! The manager was also very attentive and personable. The entertainment on Saturday was excellent. I really liked that they served a fair amount of local cuisine for dinner. I was pleasantly surprised as most hotels stick to American/European. Neema is an amazing masseuse, and I highly recommend booking a session with her.
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.
Located on Kendwa Beach in Nungwi, the Sunset Kendwa Beach Hotel offers spacious rooms and bungalows. It features a dove center, a restaurant and 24-hour front desk.
Chris
Uganda
Breakfast was amazing
Rooms were clean all the time
Located in the Kendwa Beach district of Kendwa, Zuri Zanzibar offers accommodations with a private beach area and free WiFi. The property features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, terrace and a bar.
Tamara
United States of America
By far this is the nicest hotel in Zanzibar. The best part is the water is roped off so boats, jet skis etc can not go through the area keeping the water calm . It makes all the difference because we stayed at a hotel right next door that wasn’t roped off and all the boats, jet skis, horses and crowds make it not as calm and serene. They also have security so they don’t allow anyone to lay out or solicit especially when the tide is high. People can walk down the beach but it doesn’t allow people onto the property unless you are staying there so keeps it nice and private . I believe they only have 100 rooms also . The bungalow is perfect and service was impeccable. Design was gorgeous! They also offer different options like booking cooking classes, yoga , ping pong , night bonfires with amazing local dancers performing . Many options for variety if you choose.
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Kendwa this weekend is $59 or, for a 4-star hotel, $122. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Kendwa for this weekend cost around $919 per night, on average (based on Booking.com prices).
On average, it costs $56 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Kendwa for tonight. You'll pay around $119 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Kendwa will cost around $1,041, on average (based on Booking.com prices).
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
Scored 4.0
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
Scored 8.0
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
Scored 10
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 of America
Scored 10
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
Scored 10
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.
The location is excellent , right next to the best beach in Zanzibar . There are several cheap local restaurants and a liquor store next to the hotel. Spacious rooms with a fridge. European style bathroom. Very clean. Nice helpful service. It's very safe here. Breakfast served on the top floor in the hotel restaurant is sufficient (fruit, tea, coffee, juice, eggs). The owner is friendly and communicative. You can pay by credit card. Wifi works flawlessly.
This is by far the best resort in Zanzibar, everything was beyond our expectations. The beach and the views are absolutely incredible, very rich breakfast, extremely delicious food, very clean and luxurious villa and everything is TOP!!! The fire on the beach at sunset is brilliant and we felt very safe, the staff is really doing their best. Your only regret will be when you leave.
PS: we really loved yoga with Claudia
The hotel is located on the best stretch of beach in zanzibar, not affected by high or low tides. Service is 5 star. The general manager tuan and his staff all make a tremendous effort in ensuring you get the best service possible. 5 star hotel, 5 star service, 5 star food, 5 star location.
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
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