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The Residence Zanzibar

5.0 star property
Kizimkazi beachfront hotel with spa and outdoor pool

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The Residence Zanzibar

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Exterior
Building design
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk
2 restaurants, breakfast served
Terrace/patio

Overview of The Residence Zanzibar

9,0 out of 10 Superb
9,0/10 Superb

Property highlights

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
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Mchangamle, Kizimkazi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised childcare
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Free use of bicycles
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Playground on site
  • Children's club (free)
  • Private pool

Room options

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Separate bathtub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers

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  • 155 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

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  • 155 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

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  • 155 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Frangipani Garden Pool Villa

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Presidential Villa (Pool)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Frangipani Ocean Front Pool Villa

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About this area

What's nearby

  • On the beach
  • Jambiani Beach - 40 min drive
  • Paje Beach - 53 min drive

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 58 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • Pavilion Restaurant - 11 min walk
  • Dining room, The Residence - 11 min walk
  • Aya Beach Restaurant - 15 min drive
  • Ngalawa Cocktail Bar - 14 min walk
  • Sunset restaurant - 14 min drive
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About this property

The Residence Zanzibar

At The Residence Zanzibar, you can hit the beach to enjoy the shade from a beach umbrella or relax in a sun lounger, plus you'll have access to onsite snorkeling and kayaking. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, body wraps, and mani/pedis. The Dining Room, one of 2 restaurants, offers a beachfront location and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a free kid's club, and a poolside bar.

All-inclusive

All-inclusive room rates at The Residence Zanzibar are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Languages

English, French, German, Hindi, Spanish, Swahili

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property

Social distancing

Contactless check-out
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Masks and gloves available
Hand sanitizer provided
Individually-wrapped food options available for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and through room service
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 66 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 2:00 PM - anytime
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Up to 2 children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
  • Babysitting*
  • Free supervised childcare
  • Free children's club

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Poolside bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Free children's club
  • Playground
  • Free supervised childcare/activities

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Yoga classes
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horse riding/rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Snorkeling
  • Pool table
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 66 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2011
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Lockers available
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (select rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (select rooms)
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Private pool
  • Furnished patio
  • Fireplace
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments.

Dining

The Dining Room - This beachfront buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
The Pavilion - Overlooking the garden, this fine-dining restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 190
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 95 (from 4 to 11 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 190
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 95 (from 4 to 11 years old)

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 107 per vehicle (one-way)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property.

Personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, will be available to guests.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; guests are provided with hand sanitizer.

Contactless check-out is available.

Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and also through room service.

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Residence Zanzibar
Residence Zanzibar Hotel
Residence Zanzibar Hotel Kizimkazi
Residence Zanzibar Kizimkazi
Zanzibar Residence
The Residence Zanzibar Hotel Kizimkazi
The Residence Zanzibar Kizimkazi
The Residence Zanzibar Hotel
The Residence Zanzibar Kizimkazi
The Residence Zanzibar Hotel Kizimkazi

Frequently asked questions

Does The Residence Zanzibar offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Residence Zanzibar does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at The Residence Zanzibar?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitizer, social distancing measures are in place, and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Is there a pool at The Residence Zanzibar?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Residence Zanzibar?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Residence Zanzibar?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by The Residence Zanzibar?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 107 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Residence Zanzibar?
You can check in from 2:00 PM - anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at The Residence Zanzibar and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like horseback riding, kayaking, and snorkeling and improve your game at the onsite tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. The Residence Zanzibar also has 2 bars, private pools, and a sauna, as well as a steam room, an arcade, and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Residence Zanzibar?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining and garden views.
Does The Residence Zanzibar have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a private pool and a furnished patio.
What's the area around The Residence Zanzibar like?
The Residence Zanzibar is located a short 7-minute walk from Mchangamble Beach.

Reviews

9,0

Superb

9,4/10

Cleanliness

9,2/10

Staff & service

8,8/10

Amenities

9,4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8,8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Gibbons, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Family holidays
Amazing localization and very well maintained gardens. Staff is very nice and always helpful.
Hotel pool
Villa pool
boris, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The property was amazing but the highlight was Ms Joyce. She is incredible. My son was sick upon arrival and everyday she checked on him, brought him food to the room and made the stay so pleasant.
Akilah, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jon Arne, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

lawrence, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Henry, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was amazing! Loved everything about the property .. special thanks to Helen at the dinning hall for being very efficient as well as all her colleagues who were always smiling and extremely helpful. And to all the happy chefs who would come to check if all was okay.. not to forget the happy gentleman at the pool who would help us with our towels/fruits etc. loved it!
KHILNA JAYESH, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Roger, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Definitely had an amazing time at The Residence Zanzibar. Everything was perfect, thanks so much for the hospitality.
Witness, 3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Therese, 7-night trip
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