With ocean views, Waikiki Zanzibar Resort offers a vibrant retreat. Enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast, unwind in the garden or on the terrace with beach umbrellas nearby. With free WiFi and helpful staff who assist with tour tickets and luggage storage previous guests rave about their stay.
Reviews
8,68,6 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Airport transfer
Bar
Free breakfast
Laundry facilities
Free parking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
On the beach
2 restaurants and bar/lounge
Nightclub
Beach umbrellas
Airport shuttle
Ferry terminal shuttle
Terrace
Garden
Library
Front-desk safe
Laundry service
Feel at home (6)
Playground on site
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Room options
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Classic Double Room, Non Smoking, Pool View
Highlights
Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
25 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Family Economy Room
Highlights
Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
In-room safe
17 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Twin Bunk Bed
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Classic Triple Room
Highlights
Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
25 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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Economy Room
Highlights
Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
In-room safe
12 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Triple Room
Highlights
Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
18 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Twin Trundle Bed
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Pwani Mchangani, Pwani Mchangani, Zanzibar North Region, 2210
What's nearby
Mapenzi Beach - 1 min walk
Pwani Mchangani Beach - 11 min walk
Muyuni Beach - 12 min drive
Kiwengwa Beach - 14 min drive
Kigomani Beach - 18 min drive
Getting around
Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 76 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Spice Restaurant - 9 min drive
Restaurant - 19 min walk
Andiamo - 7 min drive
Snack Restaurant Ngalawa - 5 min walk
The Green & Grill - 7 min drive
About this property
Waikiki Zanzibar Resort
Waikiki Zanzibar Resort features a nightclub and puts you within a 15-minute drive of Kiwengwa Beach. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Main Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights.
Languages
English, French, Italian, Spanish, Swahili
At a glance
Hotel size
13 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Check-out time is 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 6 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, 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
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Ferry terminal shuttle*
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 8 AM–10:30 AM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Traveling with children
Playground
What to do
On the beach
Safari nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Beach umbrellas
Water sports equipment
Facilities
Built in 2007
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
Television in common areas
Nightclub
Room amenities
Be entertained
26-inch TV
Digital TV channels
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Furnished patio
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Main Restaurant - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Cocojambo - This restaurant specializes in pizza. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night
An effective city/local tax rate of 12.00 percent will be charged
Resort fee: USD 9 per person, per night
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 170000 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 6)
Ferry terminal shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 35000 (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 6 percent
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between April 10 and June 20.
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This resort hosts a party every Friday from 10:30 PM to 2:30 AM. Guests can expect to hear music and noise during this time.
The property is closed between April 10 and June 20.
Does Waikiki Zanzibar Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Waikiki Zanzibar Resort 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.
Are pets allowed at Waikiki Zanzibar Resort?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Waikiki Zanzibar Resort?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Waikiki Zanzibar Resort?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 170000 per vehicle roundtrip.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Waikiki Zanzibar Resort?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 35000 (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Waikiki Zanzibar Resort and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like scuba diving and swimming. Additional recreation nearby includes safari tours. Enjoy amenities like a nightclub and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Waikiki Zanzibar Resort?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining, international cuisine, and garden views.
Does Waikiki Zanzibar Resort have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished patio.
What's the area around Waikiki Zanzibar Resort like?
Waikiki Zanzibar Resort is a short 1-minute walk from Mapenzi Beach and 11 minutes' walk from Pwani Mchangani Beach.
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Waikiki Zanzibar Resort Reviews
Reviews
8,6
Excellent
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9,0/10
Cleanliness
8,8/10
Staff & service
9,4/10
Amenities
8,2/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
11 December 2021
The place to be in Zanzibar
A nice and comfortable place to stay. Food, bar and service was amazing. Beach was perfect. Beautiful location and very relaxing. Pity about the tide going so far back during low tide. Makes swimming during the late morning and early afternoon very limited. Too many hawkers who follow you around on the beach trying to convince you to do a tour or an activity. Makes beach walks very unpleasant. But the place, bars, restuarants and Friday beach party makes for a wonderful beach getaway.
Calvin
Calvin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 July 2021
More than you expect
Great location, friendly staff, and lots of things to do at the resort and around the island!
Ivan
Ivan, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 July 2021
Great place...
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 July 2021
Très satisfait
Petit endroit intime et plein de charme, j’ai adoré les logements en petites maison indépendantes. Pour un prix très intéressant.
Seul bémol: les tarifs au bar ou à la carte, qui sont ceux de l’Europe alors qu’on pourrait s’attendre à un prix local.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 December 2020
Nick
Nick, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 March 2020
We spent an excellent time in Waikiki resort. Staff is very attentive and careful, hotel is very comfortable and well situated and the food at the restaurant very good. The only bad point would be the mattress a little bit too soft for our preference.
Amandine
Amandine, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 February 2020
Villaggio stupendo, cibo molto buono, posizione ottima e personale sempre disponibile
Fabio
Fabio, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 February 2020
Italian run property. Lovely, comfortable, priced accordingly.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
02 February 2020
The property is truly stunning! Beach is even better when you see it in person, one of the best beaches I have ever seen. Not to many people at the hotel so nice and peaceful. The room was very cosy and the porch was nice to chill on.
The staff are amazing, very friendly with great service.
Management checked in with us daily which is a very nice touch.
Was welcomed on arrival with cold towel and drink.
Half board very good value for money aswell, for the price paid it is very good. Breakfast is small but you can add more at small price, again this is included in price of half board and 3 courses at dinner it really is good value for what you get.
For a 3 star hotel i would say service and food is 5 star.
If i wanted food or drink they was happy to bring to my terrace.
Wasn't expecting entertainment but there was 3 nights when we had a show at dinner so nice surprise for us!
I would definately come back and recommend to friends and family.
Verified traveller
7-night trip
8/10 Very good
23 December 2019
Me and my Family had a amazing stay at Waikiki Zanzibar. It is a beautiful resort and I will recommend it to anyone that wants to visit Zanzibar.
Madelein
Madelein, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
06 December 2019
Cosa chiedere d’altro? Passeggiate fino alla barriera corallina la mattina e nuotate in acqua cristallina da mezzoggiorno in poi... delfini, stelle, coralli e pesci dai mille colori...
Verified traveller
7-night trip
8/10 Very good
28 October 2019
Great location and reasonably priced. The proximity to the beach is great. There isn't much to do outside of the resort (immediate proximity) so as long as you are ok with the beautiful ocean and beach you should be ok for short stay.
Cory
Cory, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
15 October 2019
Verified traveller
6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 October 2019
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 September 2019
Personnel aux petits soins, toujours très souriant
Magnifique plage, un paysage de carte postale
Bungalows joliment décorés
Restaurant sur la plage agréable, les pieds dans le sable
Verified traveller
5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 August 2019
Verified traveller
4-night trip
8/10 Very good
31 March 2019
Posto meraviglioso. Ospitalità e relax. Giusto per chi vuole disintossicarsi da stress e routine di tutti i giorni. Cibo eccellente. Consigliato
Verified traveller
12-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 March 2019
Da provare assolutamente
Piccolo resort immerso nella natura gestito da italiani ma dall' anima zanzibarina. E' come essere in un piccolo paradiso... Esperienza molto positiva: camera sempre pulita e in ordine, buon cibo, pace e tranquillità, spiaggia e mare a pochissimi metri...Abbiamo usufruito del transfer da e per l'aeroporto . Ottimo servizio
silvia
silvia, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 March 2019
I really enjoyed my stay at Waikiki resort. Everything from the pick up to the drop off was perfect. I went there as a solo female traveler and from the moment I arrived I felt very taken care of and welcomed. A very special thank you to Baraka in reception who made sure that all my excursions were booked and that everything went perfectly. Traveling in Africa made me nervous but he made sure that I felt safe and stress free. It was truly a paradise that I left behind. I miss it already!
Verified traveller
6-night trip
2/10 Poor
16 March 2019
Management failed to follow through on return airport service. We emailed prior to arrival, stating we would require airport transfer, drop off and pick up. We clarified with them again at check in and scheduled a departure time. When we checked out the night we asked again if there would be a return organized at 7am for us and the manager confirmed that we had a return scheduled. There was no taxi or shuttle there on time, so we had to hunt one of the staff down (no manager available) and he was able to call us a taxi, 40 minutes after we were supposed to leave. After arrival, the cab driver informed us that the hotel staff said we would pay him, even though we already paid for shuttle service. The cab driver provided his phone and we were able to call the resort. The person on the phone stated we would have to pay an additional $40 but neglected to say how as he was unwilling to card our card, the cab driver said it would only cost $25. This not only meant that there is a huge mark up on their transfer services but they were unwilling to even try to rectify the situation even though we were at the airport almost late for our return flight. The person I spoke to failed to get a manager and HUNG UP on me when I asked to speak to one. This debacle cost us an extra 30 minutes at the airport. The manager only returned our call over 15 minutes later after we had withdrawn more cash and paid the taxi driver. After our conversation the resort emailed us blaming us for the situation
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
09 March 2019
Il paradiso all’improvviso! Ci siamo trovati benissimo sotto tutti i punti di vista, pulizia impeccabile, gentilezza e disponibilità! Colazione buona e abbondante! Cena sempre ottima e con ampia scelta! Se proprio vogliamo fare le pulci camere un po’ troppo buie. Ci ritornerei subito e lo consiglieró senza dubbio
Verified traveller
7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 February 2019
Best service in Zanzibar
Extremely friendly and service oriented staff. Great location on the beach with great food and kite surf school. Would have loved to stay longer here than in Paje.
Alexander
Alexander, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 December 2018
Struttura e posto perfetti per chi cerca un'atmosfera quasi casalinga e per godere dello splendido mare!!
Il problema è rimettere di nuovo le scarpe...dopo aver girato tranquillamente per il resort a piedi nudi!!
R
R, 8-night trip
8/10 Very good
08 December 2018
A trop en faire on passe à côté de la simplicité. L accueil exhaustif ou vous explique le béaba comme si c'était la première fois je veniez dans un hôtel pendant 1 heure c est trop surtout après 15h de voyage. Je le savais avant de venir mais l'eau payante a 3 dollars la bouteille je n adhère pas. Au bout de la rue les grossistes vous vendez le pack de 6 pour le même prix. La soirée obligatoire du vendredi je le savais aussi mais après 2h du mat c est l'overdose. L aménagement de la plage est bien le happy jour sert de très bons cocktails, la nourriture en général est tres bonne. Notre chambre la 10 était bien climatisée par contre des amis a la 16 ont eu chaud. Je prendrai une prochaine fois un établissement avec une piscine car en fonction de l'heure des marées la baignade n'est pas tjrs possible. Idéal pour des italophones car tt le monde parle l'italien. Le tour pour l'île mnemba est très bien par contre le safari blue je suis bcp plus mitigé.
Verified traveller
7-night trip
8/10 Very good
10 November 2018
Bon séjour Waikiki resort. Hôtel proche de la plage et personnel au petit soin. Le restaurant à spécialité italienne est correcte on peut manger avec vue sur la plage. Le petit dejeuner est correct dommage qu'il y est une restriction par rapport au plat compris dans le petit déjeuner. Les chambres sont correctement équipés et tres propres, les draps sont changés tous les jours. La plage de l'hôtel est magnifique et l'eau y est chaude. Je vous conseille de vous lever pour observer le lever du soleil, une vue à couper le souffle. Mercii tout particulièrement à Baraka un manager au top qui nous a été d'une grande aide et attention. Et merci de l'attention de Flavio qui veille au bien être de ses invités. Je conseille l'hôtel à 100%.