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Everything - a real paradise with attention to every detail. Pictures don’t even come close to how incredible the place is.

Stayed in July 2025

This place is MAGICAL - their attention to detail, to your personal preferences, their amazing food and the sheer beauty of the facilities will just leave you in awe. Xandu Villas has a soul - one that allows you to find tranquility while enjoying pure luxury from food, warmth of service and designs so beautiful you will not want to close your eyes. We can only recommend this to anyone out there - the food deserves Michelin stars, the buildings an architecture award and their hospitality all the stars there are. We will come back anytime - thank you for making this our special honeymoon

Stayed in July 2025

A Slice of Paradise – Perfection from Start to Finish Our stay at Xanadu Luxury Villas & Retreat Zanzibar was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment we arrived, everything was flawless — the warm welcome, the seamless service, and the breathtaking surroundings made it feel like we had stepped into paradise. Our personal butler Abel was absolutely perfect — attentive, discreet, and always one step ahead of our needs. The chef’s cuisine was truly exceptional, with every dish crafted to perfection. Each meal was a culinary experience that exceeded all expectations. The attention to detail throughout the entire resort is remarkable — from the villa design to the thoughtful touches that made us feel so special every single day. Every moment was pure luxury, comfort, and beauty. If you’re looking for a place that offers privacy, impeccable service, and an unforgettable atmosphere, Xanadu Luxury Villas & Retreat Zanzibar is it. We can’t wait to return.

Stayed in July 2025

From the very beginning, I was greeted with such genuine warmth and kindness that I immediately felt welcome and at ease. Every detail of my stay was handled with incredible care, creating a memorable experience that far exceeded my expectations. I was assigned a personal butler (Katherine), whose dedication and attentiveness were second to none. She anticipated every need and ensured that I was always comfortable and well looked after. Truly exemplary and kind service! The room was flawless—spacious, elegant, impeccably clean, and beautifully designed with a perfect mix of luxury and regional character. Every aspect, from the soft linens to the carefully chosen lighting, contributed to a serene and luxurious atmosphere. The natural setting was nothing short of spectacular. Surrounded by breathtaking scenery, I found myself in awe of the landscape. At night, the African sky lit up with stars, creating a sense of peace and wonder that made me feel deeply grounded. I will absolutely return. This isn’t just a hotel—it’s a transformative experience I’ll carry with me forever.

Stayed in May 2025

The food in this hotel is absolutely outstanding. The service from arrival at the airport all the way through to leaving was outstanding. Jesca was our designated "butler" and she was brilliant from start to finish.

Stayed in March 2025

Nothing

We stayed for 3 nights (part of our honeymoon) and we couldn’t be happier with this decision! The hotel itself is amazing but the staff is next level. Our private butler Simon was literally the best.

Stayed in September 2024

-The bed headboard has a big hole in its design that unfortunately lets your pillow slip while you are sleeping. -The transportation prices are high.

-Breathtaking location and unique Villas. -Mike, Michelle, and our driver Abu Bakar were amazingly kind. The manager was also kind enough to give us a tour of the property. -The beach felt private -The food was great -We had fun playing with the resort cats and baby goats.

Stayed in July 2024

There wasn't one issue with anything!

I dont' want to sound like one of those who say "We stay in the best places", but we do stay in some amazing properties, and Xanadu, might have just topped every other place and spoilt every future holiday! We aren't sure how we will top this! We were welcomed by huge smiles and the team made us feel at home within seconds guiding us to our villa. We stayed in Villa Nyota it is unbelievable, it's like something out of Arabian Nights, a movie set or AI-generated. It doesn't look real, its fantasy, luxury, and escapism all rolled into one. Directly on the beach, it has a huge pool, lots of outside space surrounded by lush green trees, and tall pots with flowers, honestly, it's beautiful! We both joked about how are we going to describe this to our friends. The beach is beautiful, quiet, with sand so white and powdery it beats the Maldives and the Caribbean. When the tide is out you see the odd local in the distance fishing, and when the tide comes in the sea creates your own private beach. Our butler, Simon, was amazing, always smiling, if you need anything, pick up the phone and within seconds you have it. We only had to tell him about our "dislikes" once, and they were never mentioned again. A true credit to Xanadu! The food was very good, and I am a foodie. I am always hesitant about "all-inclusive" and never really book them as I don't wan't mass-catered, but this is far from the all-inclusive image. The amazing exec-chef produces a new menu every day with 3 options for each course, we stayed there for 8 days and never saw the same thing on the menu twice (apart from breakfast), which was also delicious. If you want something off the menu that was also prepared and the snacks throughout the day and fresh coconuts were amazing. The drinks were all good, cocktails great! Overall everything was breathtaking! I have never left a property without a couple of minor faults - until now.

Stayed in July 2024

We stayed at Xanadu as part of our honeymoon trip to Tanzania and Zanzibar. It was certainly our most luxurious accommodation, no detail is left out. Ismael who looked after us during our stay couldn’t do enough for us and really made us feel at home during our stay. The food was also incredible, definitely a highlight of our stay

Stayed in July 2024

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Our stay at Xanadu completely exceeded all expectations. From the moment we got there we relaxed thanks to the fantastic guest relations staff who greeted us. Xanadu is beyond peaceful, it's architecture and setting make you feel like you're the only people there. The service we received from our personal butler, the food we ate, the rest we had was more than we could have ever asked for.

Stayed in October 2022

nothing!!! everything was perfect

The customer service, hospitality, cleanliness, ambience, and tranquility from before, during and after our trip was first class service. Xanadu goes above and beyond to ensure your stay is perfect!! Not once were we bombarded with bills. We accorded the respect and treated like royalty!!! Best vacation and highly recommendable - definitely a value for money!!!

Stayed in October 2022

The only thing we did not like about the villa was the shower arrangement. It was not possible to shower without wetting hair, the spray diameter was wide and so did not provide a good central pressure but also, because of this, it caused considerable areas of the floor to get very wet which then became very slippy, especially if wearing the slippers provided.

The villa was beautiful, stylish and comfortable. Our butler Rashid was exceptional, he was extremely courteous and efficient without being too intrusive. He was very good at listening to our requests,remembering and responding.

Stayed in September 2022

the beach isn’t really nice, so you spend most of the time at your villa or go for a tour. it’s perfect if you like relaxing, otherwise you can get bored after some nights

hidden gem, perfect to relax, incredible service, beautiful villas, probably the most luxurious experience in Zanzibar. The food is unbelievable, approaching michelin star quality

Stayed in September 2022

The customer service was amazing! We only stayed for 2 night but would have loved to stay for longer. The team went above and beyond in helping us in anyway possible. And these small touches made it a truly enjoyable and comfortable trip! Would definitely visit again soon

Stayed in June 2025

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Stayed in October 2024

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Stayed in March 2023

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Stayed in October 2022