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The Z Hotel Zanzibar: Traveler Reviews

5.0 of 5
PO Box 4807, Nungwi, Tanzania
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The Z Hotel Zanzibar
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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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Leuven, Belgium
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20 reviews 20 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Nice hotel and beach, But Zanzibar not so good!!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 16, 2013

We stayed there in a part of our honeymoon in August 2012. The hotel is very nice, clean rooms, beautiful restaurants and very good food, Very good service, the pool is great. The only disappointment we had was not the hotel's fault, but with Zanzibar in general. It is very overpriced, all the activities are expensive, and everybody wants just to take your money and give you the minimum and you really could get much more with what you pay in other beautiful parts of the world.

Stayed August 2012, traveled as a couple
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Gothenburg, Sweden
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6 reviews 6 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Very good, but some minor errors”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 9, 2013

We stayed for 8 nights after safari in the mainland in Tanzania. The hotel offers very good service, free wi-fi and most of the staff are very nice and helpful. However, there were som errors, so it is a 4 points out of 5. For instance, we did not get our change back when we paid for the week and when things are supposed to be done (like fixing broken things) you have to repeat the request and the fine dine restaurant sometimes were quite chaotic as regards the orders. But most of the staff are very good, especially the manager, Julie - she's excellent. It is also sympathetic that you are supposed to tip in the end and that the tip is dispersed among all employees. Some of the male staff, however, seem to have a problem with talking directly to women. If the woman asks a question, he would answer and look at the man. The Mrembo tours, who have an office in the Z hotel area, were not that good, except for the spice tour.

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Nice hotel, bad food”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 8, 2013 via mobile

It was a nicehotel and i was infinity swimming pool. Bedroom was really nice with a nice view on the beach.
Also, the staff was really nice.

We got a wonderful welcome when we got at the hotel.

Unfortunately, this could be a 5 etoiles but because of the food i cannot give one more star. We got food poisoning during our stay there.. Before being at the Z hotel i've been in different 3 stars hotels in tanzania and we never got sick before in our trip.

It is sad to get sick in this kind of hotel..... Losing a day of vacation when you spend 300$ a night it's not cool.

Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
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Toronto
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Most Beautiful Hotel!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2013

We had the best time at the Z Hotel in Zanzibar! We stayed in the cottage. The room and views were absolutely breathtaking!!! We felt like we were in paradise. The food was great, the pool was nice, and the beach was good. We loved every minute of it! I would go back in a heartbeat, if I could!

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  • Stayed August 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
“Great place to relax after a bunch of safari time!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2013

This hotel was a little piece of paradise! The water was warm and a beautiful blue. We were in the Deluxe Sea View rooms which were outstanding! I would highly recommend these rooms if you go to this hotel! Very spacious and comfortable and right on the water! Beautiful!

  • Stayed July 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Additional Information about The Z Hotel Zanzibar

Also Known As:
z Hotel Nungwi
The Z Hotel Zanzibar Nungwi
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 Luxury Hotels in Nungwi
#4 Family Hotels in Nungwi
#4 On the Beach 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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