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Zuri Zanzibar

Zanzibar, Tanzania

Lodge's own rating: 5 out of 5 stars. Self-declared by the lodge, not an official grade.Hotel
Mid-range · 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.
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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Half board (HB)

Breakfast, Dinner and 5 more

56 rooms

Bungalow, Jacuzzi Bungalow, Jacuzzi Suite and 4 more

All ages welcome

Family rooms available

By road

about 55 km from Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume airport (ZNZ)

Wi-Fi in rooms

From about A$1,130

per room / night

Overview

About Zuri Zanzibar

Zuri Zanzibar is a 12-hectare resort on the northern west shores of Unguja island, set within a large tropical garden a short walk from the Indian Ocean. It offers 56 bungalows, suites, and villas, each fitted with a blend of contemporary and locally crafted furnishings, outdoor showers, and generous private terraces. The property features three restaurants, four bars, a swimming pool, spa, and a private spice garden, with a strong commitment to sustainable design and operation. Guests can enjoy a wide range of on-site activities and island experiences, from water sports to wellness programmes.

“Suits Zanzibar visitors seeking sustainable design, spice garden access, and varied on-site activities; larger 56-unit resort.”
Why we love it · Explore Africa

Best for

Families

Your stay

What's included

Board: Half board (HB)

Special offer: Save 20% on stays from 1 to 30 November 2026 when booked from 19 May to 29 November 2026. No minimum stay. Excludes the Ocean-Front Three Bedroom Luxury Villa and meal-plan supplements. Cannot be combined with other offers except Zuri Membership Club benefits.

Included

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Welcome drink
  • Unlimited ZURI water
  • Daily minibar snacks and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Selected wellbeing classes and watersports
  • Private terrace
  • Birdwatching

Facilities

Comforts and facilities

At the property

  • Swimming pool
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

In your room

  • Wi-Fi in your room
  • Tea and coffee
  • Air-conditioning
  • Tea/coffee station
  • In-room WiFi
  • Safe

Rooms

Where you sleep

  • Bungalow41 at the property · sleeps 2 adults · Private terrace, Indoor and outdoor shower, Air-conditioning, Wi-Fi
  • Jacuzzi Bungalow5 at the property · sleeps 2 adults · Private Jacuzzi, Private terrace, Indoor and outdoor shower, Air-conditioning
  • Jacuzzi Suite5 at the property · sleeps 3 adults · Separate bedroom and living room, Private Jacuzzi, Indoor bathtub, Outdoor shower
  • Ocean-Front Suite1 at the property · sleeps 3 adults · Ocean view, Separate bedroom and living room, Private Jacuzzi, Outdoor shower
  • Garden Two Bedroom Villa1 at the property · sleeps 4 adults and 1 child · One child aged 3 to 12 years on an extra bed · Two bedrooms, Private Jacuzzi, Outdoor shower
  • Ocean-Front Two Bedroom Villa2 at the property · sleeps 4 adults and 1 child · One child aged 3 to 12 years on an extra bed · Two bedrooms, Private Jacuzzi, Semi-private beach
  • Ocean-Front Three Bedroom Luxury Villa1 at the property · sleeps 6 adults and 2 children · Up to two children aged 3 to 12 years on extra beds · Three bedrooms, Private pool, Private beach, Private Jacuzzi

Activities

Things to do

Included in your stay

Getting there

How you'll arrive

How you arrive
By road · about 55 km from Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume airport (ZNZ)

Good to know

Before you book

Check-in
From 14:00
Check-out
By 11:00
Children
All ages welcome. Family rooms available
Single travellers
A single supplement applies
Malaria
Malaria area. Ask your doctor about prevention.

When to go

Best time to visit

  1. January: Good
  2. February: Good
  3. March: Green season
  4. April: Green season
  5. May: Green season
  6. June: Best time to visit
  7. July: Best time to visit
  8. August: Best time to visit
  9. September: Best time to visit
  10. October: Best time to visit
  11. November: Green season
  12. December: Green season
  • Best time to visit
  • Good
  • Green season
Month-by-month notes

Jan

Good

The second dry season.

Feb

Good

The second dry season.

Mar

Green season

The long rains begin in late March or early April.

Apr

Green season

The green season brings the long rains.

May

Green season

The green season brings the long rains.

Jun

Best time to visit

The long dry season brings sunny weather.

Jul

Best time to visit

The long dry season brings sunny weather.

Aug

Best time to visit

The long dry season brings sunny weather.

Sep

Best time to visit

The long dry season brings sunny weather.

Oct

Best time to visit

The long dry season brings sunny weather.

Nov

Green season

The short rains fall in November and December.

Dec

Green season

The short rains fall in November and December.

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.