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The Z Hotel Zanzibar

5.0 of 5
PO Box 4807, Nungwi, Tanzania
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The Z Hotel Zanzibar
Ranked #5 of 15 hotels in Nungwi
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Boulder, Colorado
Top Contributor
82 reviews 82 reviews
52 hotel reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
40 helpful votes 40 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

This is the nicest hotel in the Nungwi village area and has a swimming pool -- upscale, more intimate, and with more amenities (spa and dive center, for example). It is located right next to Amaan Bungalows There are 39 rooms including 2 rooftop suites, 2 cottages (owners suites), 1 Z suite. All rooms have balconies, A/C, TV, safe, telephone,... More

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London, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2013

A beautiful hotel right on the beach, small and exotic, just like Zanzibar. Breakfast was one the best buffets I have enjoyed. The hot selection had different potatoes dishes each day and there was also a hot vegetarian medley. The staff were all very lovely and happy to help. There are plenty of places to eat and drink along the... More

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Austin, Texas
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2013

We upgraded our room to the ocean cottage, it had a beautiful view just felt the room had a layer of grime all over it. we had real trouble with hot water, power went out frequently (but I guess that is typical to the island) the wireless very seldom worked while we were there, they have computers to use but... More

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Vancouver, Canada
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2013

I had read mixed reviews about The Z Hotel on Trip Advisor, but I felt the photos did the place more justice than any other hotels in that area. Our arrival to the hotel was lovely. We were shown around the property, given a welcome drink and made comfortable near the poolside until our room was ready. The room was... More

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Atlanta, Georgia
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2013

We stayed at this place for 5 nights, and we had a fantasic time!! Location is great, with nearby restaurants in the area, nice beaches and friendly staff. The food was great, the pool was nice, and so was the beach. Would definitely recommend it!!!

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Brecon, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2013

We had an excellent stay in the Z Hotel in Febuary .Very friendly clean and the bed was comfortable.Food was better than average too.Sometimes in the evening this was eaten in the dark as Zanzibar is cursed with frequent power cuts but the Z coped well.Having been in the parks in Tanzania beforehand the five days that we had in... More

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Washington, DC
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12 reviews 12 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2013

This is probably one of the nicest hotels in Nungwi. From the welcome hot towel to wipe off the hour plus journey from Stone Town to the amazing view of the infinity pool and beach, Z Hotel is so nice you almost don't expect it in a remote island location like Zanzibar. Z Hotel is very clean and the staff... More

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Toronto, Canada
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 6, 2013

Recently spent two nights at The Z Hotel in Zanzibar and loved it! Just came off a week in northern Tanzania in the parks, and finished in Zanzibar to unwind before heading home to Canada. We spent one night at the Amaan Bungalows and decided we had to upgrade for our last two nights and what an excellent choice we... More

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Paris
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53 reviews 53 reviews
43 hotel reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 6, 2013

Yes the Z hotel is a very pleasant stay...of course, it's Zanzibar, the beach is really nice, and overall the hotel is beautiful, but... For this price, you would expect not to notice some unforgivable imperfections. Here they are: - beds are old and not comfy. Spring mattress should have been replaced 5 years ago! The pillows are both flat... More

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Bury St. Edmunds, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2013

great hotel, fantastic staff and perfect setting made this a great stay. staff so friendly and make so much effort to make you happy be prepared to say 'Jambo' a hundred times a day because all staff want to speak to you. poolside is great and seconds to perfect white sands thanks you for making our stay so good only... More

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Hotel Summarization (Beta)

What travelers say

  • Infinity pool(15)
  • Sea view(11)
  • Very good(8)
  • White sand(8)
  • Very friendly(7)
  • Beautiful beach(5)
  • Roof top suite(4)
  • Stone town(4)
  • Flat screen TV(3)
  • Best holiday(3)

Additional Information about The Z Hotel Zanzibar

Address: PO Box 4807, Nungwi, Tanzania
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Region: Tanzania > Zanzibar Archipelago > Zanzibar > Nungwi
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#1 Romantic Hotels in Nungwi
#4 On the Beach Hotels in Nungwi
#4 Family Hotels in Nungwi
#4 Luxury Hotels in Nungwi
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
This chic, boutique hotel located on the northern tip of the Island, blends contemporary design with traditional Zanzibari features to create a unique, cool and relaxing environment. Set in a lush tropical garden with direct access to white powder beaches and the Indian Ocean, the Z hotel has been finished to an extremely high specification. Each room has floor-to-ceiling glass doors leading onto a balcony, which looks out across the crystal blue ocean. ... more   less 
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