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About the Hotel

Mchangamle, Kizimkazi, Kizimkazi

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4.5

“The hotel's beachfront location was stunning, providing amazing views and easy access to the sandy shores.”view full review

The Residence Zanzibar, a 5-star Kizimkazi hotel, offers luxury villa accommodations set amidst 32 hectares of tropical gardens and a pristine beach. Guests can indulge in spa services, enjoy diverse dining options, and explore a variety of leisure activities.

Rooms & Amenities

Each of the 66 spacious villas features a large living room leading out to a private pool and deck furnished with tables and sun loungers. The master suite includes a canopied king-size bed, while additional suites offer twin beds, both with en suite bathrooms and outdoor showers.

Dining Options

Dining options include The Dining Room, offering international dishes infused with local spices, and The Pavilion, which serves Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine. Private dining experiences can be arranged for a more intimate setting.

Leisure Activities

The Residence Zanzibar features The Spa with six treatment pavilions and a variety of wellness therapies. Guests can also partake in complimentary non-motorized water sports and activities such as diving and dolphin watching from the Boat House.

Services & Events

Business facilities include a dedicated business center, meeting venues for up to 110 guests, and custom catering options for events. The hotel provides airport transfers and has multilingual concierge services available.

Select your room type

The Residence Zanzibar offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Prestige Ocean Front Pool Villa
2 persons
194 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Balcony
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Luxury Garden Pool Villa
2 persons
155 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Bathtub
room details
Luxury Ocean Front Pool Villa
2 persons
155 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Balcony
room details

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Facilities

The Residence Zanzibar offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Lovely Dining!

“The food was exquisite with a good variety that impressed us every night, especially the special themed dinners.” read full review

Luxurious Rooms!

“Our villa was incredibly spacious and beautifully decorated, providing a perfect romantic atmosphere for our honeymoon.” read full review

Relaxing Pools!

“The private pool in our villa was larger than expected and offered a tranquil retreat, while the main pool was uniquely designed to enhance our leisure time.” read full review

Impressive Amenities!

“The available facilities, including complimentary bikes and golf buggies, made it easy to explore the resort while enjoying luxurious comfort.” read full review

Facilities: Perfect

9.0/10Review score

General

Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Private beach
Currency exchange
Hairdresser
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Diving
Snorkelling
Tennis court
Badminton
Billiard tables
Darts
Table tennis
Yoga class
Sports trainer
Aerobics

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Poolside snack bar
Snack bar
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Board games
Children's menu
Children's play area
Kids club
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Body wraps
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Pool with view

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

CD player
AM/FM alarm clock

The Residence Zanzibar Location

Mchangamle, Kizimkazi, Kizimkazi

Getting around

City Centre
Kizimkazi 8 min · 3.0 mi
Airports
Kisauni (ZNZ) 88 min · 36.2 mi
Julius Nyerere (DAR) 89 min · 36.5 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

from 11:00-12:00

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.

Children & extra beds

Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 2.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, German, Spanish, Hindi, Bahasa Indonesian, Swahili, Tamil, Telugu

Year renovated:

2011

Number of rooms:

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Residence Zanzibar from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 548 verified reviews

9.0 /10

Perfect

89 %

Recommend

Cleanliness

9.3/10

Comfort

9.4/10

Facilities

9.0/10

Free WiFi

7.9/10

Location

8.4/10

Staff

9.0/10

Value for money

8.1/10

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The Residence Zanzibar, Kizimkazi

About the Hotel

Rooms & Amenities

Dining Options

Leisure Activities

Services & Events

Select your room type

Price and Room Availability Calendar

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Media

The Residence Zanzibar Location

Reviews and Ratings

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