The Residence Zanzibar
OUR SAY
This is luxury beach living with true seclusion, built around private-pool villas. Spa days and garden space keep the mood calm, while service makes staying in feel like the best plan.
We chose this hotel because it nails the fantasy of Zanzibar privacy without sacrificing service or comfort. The private-pool villas are the signature, and the gardens-and-spa atmosphere makes the whole stay feel slow, soft, and intentional. (Cenizaro Hotels & Resorts)
Tell Me More About This Hotel
The Residence Zanzibar is a 5-star hotel located in Zanzibar, Tanzania
The Residence Zanzibar is villa living, properly executed. Every villa comes with its own private pool, which instantly sets the tone: mornings in your own water, afternoons on your deck, and a gentle sense of distance from everything else. The resort is spread through tropical gardens, so even when you move to the main infinity pool or the spa, it still feels spacious and quiet rather than busy. Dining is on-site and resort-paced, with enough variety to keep long stays comfortable. This is the Zanzibar choice for travellers who want their hotel to be the trip: private, polished, and built for slow days that repeat beautifully. (Cenizaro Hotels & Resorts)
What is the hotel's Price Point?
How many rooms does The Residence Zanzibar have?
What are the Check-In and Check-Out times?
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66
15:00/12:00
What Have Other Guests Said About This Hotel?
Guests usually describe it as pure privacy and calm, the kind of place that makes you forget the outside world quickly.
Dreamer's
Verdict
It’s unapologetically gorgeous and yes, it’s pricey. The beach bar has swings, every room feels like a suite, and the spa looks like it was styled for a magazine shoot. If you want a family-friendly escape where the hotel is basically the whole holiday and money isn’t a worry, then this is the one.
Stay Score
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Insider Tips
Do a sunset cycle of private pool, spa time, then a long dinner, and repeat it for as many days as you can justify.
Hotel Location
The Residence is on the island’s south coast near Kizimkazi, and it’s intentionally removed from the busier beach strips. From Zanzibar (ZNZ), plan a pre-booked transfer, usually around 60–90 minutes by road depending on traffic. Getting around is driver-led: stay in for private-villa days and spa time, then choose one or two standout excursions such as a Stone Town day for the Old Fort and Forodhani Gardens, or a south-coast outing that keeps the pace slow and scenic. This is not a “walk out for dinner” location, so think in terms of curated day trips and restful returns.
How Close Are Restarants?
Dining is mainly on-site; it’s not a walk-out-to-restaurants kind of location. (Cenizaro Hotels & Resorts)
What Is Nearby to The Residence Zanzibar?
On the south coast near Kizimkazi, the resort sits in a large garden estate that feels purposefully removed. It’s ideal if you want privacy and space rather than easy town access. (Cenizaro Hotels & Resorts)
Hotel Address: Mchamgamle, Kizimkazi, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Essentials
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Fitness Centre
Free Wifi
Spa Facilities
Incredible Views
Infinity Pool
Kid's Club or Babysitter
On-site Restaurant
Private Pool
Sea Views
Family-Friendly
Beach
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