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Boasting a balcony with pool views, a private beach area and pool with a view, The Nest Tropical Oasis Resort can be found in Paje, close to Paje Beach and 36 km from Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The property features services including meeting and banquet facilities and evening entertainment. Lucky to have experienced this.

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9.3
Wonderful
205 reviews
Price from
$726.75
per night

Chunga Changa is located in Matemwe and features a private pool and pool views. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, full-day security and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Free private parking is available and the villa also provides bike hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area. I can't say enough about this place. My experience was absolutely amazing. Chunga Changa is located in a small quiet road so you can have privacy and peace. The beach is just 10 minutes within walking distance. The room is spacious, clean and well decorated with rustic decors. The host, Sabrina, went above and beyond to ensure we had a great time. Definitely try the food there as well as they are affordable and delicious. Totally recommend!

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9.3
Wonderful
175 reviews
Price from
$153
per night

Boasting a balcony with pool views, water sports facilities and an outdoor swimming pool, Boutique Villa Unaweza can be found in Matemwe, close to Matemwe Beach and 45 km from Peace Memorial Museum. This property offers access to a terrace, a pool table, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. Amazing boutique hotel, loved everything about it: beautifully decorated, nice garden, close to the beach, delicious breakfast and food at the restaurant… all in all, it felt like an oasis in Zanzibar.

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9.4
Wonderful
289 reviews
Price from
$153
per night

Jambiani Villas offers a peaceful beachfront retreat with three properties located 350 meters apart in Jambiani. Each property features outdoor pools, free WiFi, and lush tropical gardens. The comfortable villas and apartments include terraces, seating areas, and full kitchens. + swimming pool + Direct access to the beach + Food + Sound of the ocean + Extremely friendly staff + Family friendly + Big choice of local tours (additional fee)

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9.2
Wonderful
338 reviews
Price from
$171
per night

This villa with sea views features tiled floors, 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a hot tub, bath and bathrobes. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the garden views. The villa offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. From arrival to stay and finally departure everything and everyone was really very accommodating and to our likes. It is really exactly like in the pictures. A place to unwind, enjoy and be in the present.

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9.1
Wonderful
20 reviews
Price from
$750
per night

KKJ House is situated in Zanzibar City, 1 km from Peace Memorial Museum, 1.8 km from House of Wonders, as well as 1.5 km from Hamamni Persian Baths. Among the facilities at this property are full-day security and a minimarket, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.7 km from Stone Town Beach. The house is located about 15-20 mins walk from the center of the city and the nearby beach is just 5 mins walk. The neighborhood was really friendly, starting from kids who warmly welcomed us and showed us the way to the beach, and ending with very kind owners of the small shops in the street where you can buy all necessary essential things. The house itself was much better then we expected. Spotlessly clean with three big double bedrooms, three bathrooms, kitchen, dining room and dayroom. There is a washing machine and iron, which was very helpful! Each room is with a/c and a fan. Good wifi and hot water. And all the house is protected with mosquito nets. The owner of the house was responsive and efficient, and fulfilled all our requests.

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9.3
Wonderful
20 reviews
Price from
$70
per night

Situated in Paje, abode Zanzibar features accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. This villa provides air-conditioned accommodation with a patio. The property is non-smoking and is located less than 1 km from Paje Beach. The villa is beautiful and secluded but only a 5 minute or so walk from Paje beach and a supermarket! The host Nina is also wonderful - nothing is too much for her! She provided great recommendations and a driver.

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9.4
Wonderful
13 reviews
Price from
$275
per night

Boasting an outdoor swimming pool and views of pool, Paje Emerald Escapes is a recently renovated chalet situated in Paje, 600 metres from Paje Beach. There is a private entrance at the chalet for the convenience of those who stay. The chalet features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. I had such a fantastic experience staying at Paje Emerald Escapes! The villas are absolutely beautiful—peaceful, well-designed, and a true slice of paradise. But what truly made the stay unforgettable was the incredible staff. A huge thank you to Leslie, who went above and beyond to make my stay comfortable. From arranging airport transfers to organizing tuk-tuk shuttles, she was constantly helpful, professional, and incredibly sweet. Her kindness really made me feel at home. I’d also love to give a special shoutout to Salim for helping me out when a few geckos made their way into the villa. He came over right away, was extremely helpful, and so kind throughout. I would absolutely stay here again—not just for the stunning villas, but because the people here genuinely care. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Paje!

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9.1
Wonderful
37 reviews
Price from
$299
per night

Featuring accommodation with a private pool, Heritage Sunset Retreat Zanzibar is located in Mchangani. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation provides full-day security, a concierge service and organising tours for guests. Omar and the rest of the staff were amazing. From arranging rides to making us feel at home. The view was amazon.

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9.6
Exceptional
31 reviews
Price from
$216
per night

Situated in Paje, Shivo Paje Villas offers a private pool. There is a private entrance at the villa for the convenience of those who stay. The villa features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. The facility, the villa was fantastic, the pool is also amazing. Loved how they would clean it everyday, and the staff are super accommodating, they’ll go above and beyond for their guests!!

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9.7
Exceptional
32 reviews
Price from
$300
per night

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