Kisiwa on the Beach
Zanzibar, Tanzania
How we rate
Explore Africa level, based on the typical lowest nightly rate per person sharing: Value under A$400, Mid-range A$400 to A$899, Luxury A$900 to A$1,799, Ultra-luxury A$1,800 or more.
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5 room types
Bahari Beachfront Pool Villas, Bahari Grand Pool Villas, Raha Luxury Pool Villas and 2 more
All ages welcome
Family rooms available
By air
45 min from Zanzibar Airport
From about A$600
per room / night
Overview
About Kisiwa on the Beach
Kisiwa on the Beach is an all-villa beachfront resort set among lush tropical gardens and the pristine white sands of Zanzibar's Southeast Coast in Paje. The property features 22 villas offering guests direct access to the Indian Ocean, a pool, and a welcoming atmosphere rooted in Zanzibari tradition. A Blossom Spa, dining, and a concierge desk for island excursions round out the resort experience.
“All-villa beachfront resort on Zanzibar's Southeast Coast; suits those prioritising direct ocean access and villa privacy.”
Best for
Your stay
What's included
Special offer: Stay 5 nights and pay for 4, or stay 9 nights and pay for 7, in a Raha or Starehe Luxury Villa on half board. Applies from 1 April to 15 June and 1 November to 15 December. Cannot be combined with another offer unless expressly allowed.
Facilities
Comforts and facilities
At the property
- Swimming pool
- Spa
Rooms
Where you sleep
- Bahari Beachfront Pool Villas3 at the property · sleeps 2 adults and 1 child · Private pool, Wi-Fi, Covered veranda, Bathtub, Separate shower, Air-conditioning, Ceiling fan, Safe
- Bahari Grand Pool Villas2 at the property · sleeps 2 adults and 1 child · Set behind the beachfront villas, with private pools and garden surroundings.
- Raha Luxury Pool Villas3 at the property · sleeps 2 adults and 1 child · Open-plan villas with a private pool and garden views.
- Raha Luxury Villas4 at the property · sleeps 2 adults and 1 child · 70 m² villas a short walk from the beach.
- Starehe Luxury Villassleeps 2 adults and 1 child · 70 m² villas in tropical gardens, with adjoining options for families and friends.
Getting there
How you'll arrive
- Zanzibar Airport
- 45 min transfer
- Kisiwa on the Beach
- How you arrive
- By air · 45 min from Zanzibar Airport
Good to know
Before you book
- Check-in
- From 15:00
- Check-out
- By 12:00
- Children
- All ages welcome. Family rooms available
- Malaria
- Malaria area. Ask your doctor about prevention.
When to go
Best time to visit
- January: Good
- February: Good
- March: Good
- April: Good
- May: Good
- June: Best time to visit
- July: Best time to visit
- August: Best time to visit
- September: Best time to visit
- October: Best time to visit
- November: Good
- December: Good
- Best time to visit
- Good
How we judge each month
- Best time to visitAmong this property's strongest months for conditions, access and key experiences.
- GoodVery favourable conditions for this property and its key experiences.A generally good time to stay, with some normal seasonal compromises.
- Green seasonWorkable for specific priorities, with notable seasonal compromises.The property operates, but seasonal conditions bring substantial trade-offs.
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Details checked November 2026. Rates and availability are confirmed when you enquire.