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Essque Zalu Zanzibar

5.0 of 5
Nungwi, Nungwi 3151, Tanzania
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Mek'ele, Ethiopia
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16 reviews 16 reviews
6 hotel reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

I strongly recommand the hotel for its architecture and details. The food is amazing, truely a gastronomic experience. Rooms are really nice, we had a seaview villa. All the staff are very professional and friendly. The location of the hotel makes it special and it has a true feel of boutique hotel. We stayed there for our honeymoon and had... More

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Canada
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15 reviews 15 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2013

We came to this hotel after a week on safari. It was incredibly relaxing to be somewhere where every need was catered for. If you want to relax after safari, this is the place to do it. The food was absolutely fantastic, especially the delicious breads served with every meal. Memorable amongst the dishes we had was the smoked swordfish,... More

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Kigali, Kigali, Rwanda
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2013

We stayed at Essque Hotel during low season (April 2013) and enjoyed the fact that we were sharing hotel facilities, swimming pool, jetty etc. with very few other guests. This added an extra value to the holiday. Common spaces and rooms are elegantly decorated, staff very professional but the top rank of this hotel is the Cuisine. Breakfast is delicious,... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2013 via mobile

I have been meaning to write this review for some time. We stayed at the hotel with friends in September last year, after climbing Kilimanjaro, and were all agreed that the hotel was simply wonderful. Our room (suite with ocean view) was stunning, the food excellent (particularly in the upstairs restaurant), the location superb, and the service faultless. In my... More

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Richmond-upon-Thames, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2013

We were looking for a place to completely refresh and recharge ourselves and that is exactly what we got. From the moment you step inside until the moment you leave you feel cocooned in luxury and style. The hotel is simply beautiful, a combination of contemporary, art deco and traditional African but in a very cool and minimalistic way and... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2013

Spent a good 6 nights at Zalu. Food was amazing, however the serving time is very laid back. Dinner can take up to 2 hrs to arrive but they compensate that with excellent tasting menu. Rooms are spacious and each suite has 2 aircons keeping you cool 24/7. Staff are very accommodating and will go out of their way to... More

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Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2013 via mobile

This is a beautiful hotel, the manager is excellent and the staff are very accommodating and friendly. The infinity pool is Gorgeous and the SPA is excellent. But all that comes at a price of course. If you want to tan on a beach or swim in the ocean, this isn't the place for you. If you want to swim... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 6, 2013 via mobile

Wonderful place, great ambience, excellent staff, an experience in extreme Luxury! We spent time with friends hosting their son's reception. The cottages and suites are tastefully done, great food, live band and a beautiful infinity pool!

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dublin
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6 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2013

I was staying in Nungwi and visited this hotel for the afternoon and evening. As such this review does not reflect accommodation or quality of guest service. We ate lunch on the terrace and it was delicious. I thought it was very reasonably priced, similar to prices for mch poorer quality food around Nungwi. The spa was fab. very restful,... More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2013

We recently stayed at the Essque in a Sea View Suite, and were very happy with our room (# 24) which had an unobstructed view of the ocean. The suite itself was spacious and if not for the abundance of beautiful nooks around the resort in which to relax and unwind, we would have just relaxed on our patio overlooking... More

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Essque Zalu Zanzibar Hotel
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Address: Nungwi, Nungwi 3151, Tanzania
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Region: Tanzania > Zanzibar Archipelago > Zanzibar > Nungwi
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Fitness Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kids Activities Kitchenette Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
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Price Range: $$$$
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Essque Zalu Zanzibar is an intimate boutique destination nestled in a natural cove on the island’s north-eastern coast overlooking the Indian Ocean. Choose from 40 suites, all with picturesque views over the lush tropical garden or the ocean turquoise blue. Ensconce yourself in luxurious-styled spaces crafted from local materials, adorned with native artwork and housed under a traditional pitched Makuti roof. If you need extra space to spread out, try one of our nine expansive villas; 3 or 4 bedrooms. Stretch out in the spacious living room, rustle up a snack in your own kitchen or just chill in the privacy of your very own plunge pool. ... more   less 
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