Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa (Relais & Chateaux)
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#2 of 30 hotels in Paje
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4.9
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4.9
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4.8
Value
4.7
Travelers' Choice
Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa is an eco-luxury resort bringing a new standard and experience of luxury in Zanzibar. Family owned, operated by a passionate team, we strive to bring an authentic, generous and unique experience with a personal touch in line with our Relais & Chateaux label. A sanctuary of peace and harmony, the resort promises an unforgettable barefoot luxury experience. The spacious luxury villas ensure the utmost privacy in a natural setting, while the amenities deliver the highest standard of service: including spa treatments and facilities (sauna, hammam), a restaurant, a rooftop champagne bar, a beach bar and a lounge, as well as a high-end kitesurfing and watersports center. Families will find a children playground and baby sitting services, while romantics can enjoy couple massages and private dinners on the beach. The large resort (4 hectares) hosts only 11 villas to ensure the maximum space for each of our Guest in an undisturbed harmony of senses.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Yoga classes
Free breakfast
Beach
Bicycle rental
Kids stay free
Parking
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Swimming pool toys
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Sauna
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Complimentary welcome drink
Happy hour
Kid-friendly buffet
Kids' meals
Outdoor dining area
Special diet menus
Wine / champagne
Rooftop bar
Bicycles available
Boating
Canoeing
Diving
Game room
Snorkeling
Water sport equipment rentals
Bicycle tours
Fishing
Patio
Table tennis
Babysitting
Books, DVDs, music for children
Children's playground
Indoor play area for children
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Kids pool
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Highchairs available
Airport transportation
Taxi service
Spa
Body wrap
Couples massage
Facial treatments
Foot bath
Foot massage
Full body massage
Hammam
Hand massage
Head massage
Manicure
Massage
Neck massage
Open-air bath
Pedicure
Steam room
Waxing services
Rooftop terrace
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Concierge
Gift shop
Mosquito net
Outdoor furniture
Sun deck
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
Butler service
First aid kit
Umbrella
24-hour check-in
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Private check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
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Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Air conditioning
Additional bathroom
Desk
Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Bath / shower
Dining area
Housekeeping
Interconnected rooms available
Private balcony
Room service
Safe
Seating area
Separate dining area
Separate living room
Sofa
Telephone
VIP room facilities
Bottled water
Clothes rack
Iron
Laptop safe
Private bathrooms
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Minibar
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Radio
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Ocean view
Pool view
Bridal suite
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
HOTEL STYLE
Family Resort
Great View
Languages Spoken
English, French, Russian, Spanish and 2 more
Location
45Car recommended
Grade: 45 out of 100
160Restaurantswithin 5 miles
14Attractionswithin 5 miles
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Paje Beach, Paje Tanzania
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We spend 4 lovely days in this hotel. Display of villas within the site is really well done and provide the right intimacy. Site is really exquisite. Decoration of Family Villas are great and set a warm ambiance from the entry stage. Gardens are beautiful. Staff was really smiling, very kind, attentive to every detail and always dedicated to make us happy with a welcoming style.
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Response from Ivan Shestakov, General Manager at Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa (Relais & Chateaux)
Responded 4 days ago
Dear Jean, We are more than happy to read your review. Thank you for appreciating our beautiful garden, the villa design and intimacy you found there. We are delighted to hear that our staff made your stay with us memorable - we hope to welcome you again very soon.
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My stay was only two days and my primary goals were to enjoy the food, the rooms, the spa and the sunrises. I booked a single room without a jacuzzi or a pool but I had a very very good time. I was completely surprised by how helpful, supportive and welcoming the staff were. From my driver, Hassan, to Rosemary who served me the best spiced coffee ever, to Eliyah my butler, the chef who prepared the most sumptuous meals, to the men and women who tended the grounds, changed my linens and served us food - this is the true secret of this resort. The infrastructure is superb: the showers are so nice I was repeatedly going back to my room just to use them again and again. I loved the personal and even secluded nature of the resort with occassional bump-ins. Ensure you check out a bike and take aride up and down the beach : great exercise while seeing the sites of the water, seaweed and coral. The flow of the place is nice, beautiful plants everywhere and a true feeling of safety, enjoyment and being in paradise. This is probably the BEST hotel on the entire east coast of Unguja island. I recommend it a hundred times over!!…
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Response from Ivan Shestakov, General Manager at Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa (Relais & Chateaux)
Responded Oct 19, 2022
Dear Guest, Thank you very much for all your kind words regarding the team. We are really delighted that you enjoyed our stay with us, as well your Garden Room, the Food, our Spa. We do hope to welcome you again on a future occasion in Zanzibar. I wish you a lovely evening ahead, Kind regards, Ivan Shestakov
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The design is superb, the service is amazing. Beachfront villas are amazing, quiet, private and beautiful. The beach gets busy with windsurf however it never really bothers you, as the beachfront villa is really private, and there is a private area of the hotel that is huge, so you don't really have to go to the windsurf area.
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Responded 4 days ago
Dear Monica, Thank you very much for your kind review - it was an absolute pleasure to host you at our property. We are delighted to hear you appreciated our beachfront villa and the privacy you can experience there. We would love to see you back in our hotel in the near future.
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GORGEOUS luxury villas in the most beautiful part of Zanzibar! Worth waking up for sunrise to enjoy the high tide swim and staying to watch the huge change of tide throughout the morning forming breathtaking sandbanks throughout the beach! Delicious food at every meal, including the freshest , most delicious pastries everyday! Great, friendly staff topped off our stay with perfection!
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Responded 3 weeks ago
Dear Bruna, We are truly delighted to hear that you have had a marvelous and memorable stay with us. Thank you for appreciating our food and pastry. All of our team send their best wishes and hope to welcome you back very soon. It was a pleasure to host you at our property. Best regards, Ivan Shestakov General Manager
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A beautiful time. we had a wonderful time, the villa was very clean, the food (dinner and breakfast) were both very tasty and a smiling team. An amazing break, thank you to all the team for such a good time in a white paradise. We will stay longer next time for sure !
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded Feb 7, 2023
Dear esteemed Guest, Thank you for your kind words. All of our team is delighted to hear that you had a magical experience in Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa. We are also extremely happy to know that our love for this island is now shared with you. We sincerely hope to see you back with us! Kind regards, Ivan Shestakov General Manager
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I have just come back from my stay at White Sand. I would qualify this place as perfect from the hotel to the service and the staff. First of all, the architecture of the hotel, absolutely gorgeous, natural, wood and inside all the furniture, objects so tasteful. You can see that all details have been thought. Simplicity conferring luxury. If you go upstairs on the roof, a delightful view, in front a sea of vegetation and at the back a line of tall palm trees and the line of the ocean to emphasise the greenery and giving a touch of lightness. It is all about proportions. It is a very special place so different from all these bland luxury hotels you found all over the world dying to show something more but in fact who show no imagination. The staff is all kindness and discretion without being obsequious. These beautiful African smiles always welcome you. I want to thank you Idrissa, my butler, always looking after me, the calm Elisa (?) at the reception helping me out finding things I always keep losing, Farida, Jeranima, the strong and protective Blandina and Emmanuel, the cook, very stylish who makes delicious, fresh and light recipes for dinner I enjoyed every evening in the intimate and delightful outside restaurant. Thanks to them and all the others whose I forgot the names (sorry for that), I never felt lonely and isolated as I am a single traveler. I have a big African family now. I will come back. How I could not? I forget to tell that they are very funny and they have a very sense of humour. We laughed together. Bibi Baby…
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Date of stay: January 2023
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Responded Jan 30, 2023
Dear Ms. Catherine, All of our team joins me in gratitude for your kind words. It was our absolute pleasure to have you as a guest. Our staff truly enjoyed hosting you. We will be absolutely delighted to see you back with us! Ivan Shestakov General Manager
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This was the Best accommodation I have ever had in Africa or overseas. The staff went the extra mile to accommodate my friends and I in everything. My butler Mangu deserves the Butler of the Year award. He was kind, caring, hard working, aimed to please woke up at 3am and 4am to help us with arrangements and food accommodations for our tours. The Villas are beautiful housekeeping twice a day, room service buffet by the swimming pool with bands fresh fish every day. Did I mention the food they should be featured on the Food Network the presentation was impressive and the food was delicious. Room service if you didn’t want to leave your room excellent. The cleanliness of the resort was Excellent. I plan to go back. Their transportation vehicle’s and drivers were fabulous. Thank you.…
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Responded Jan 19, 2023
Dear Josiane, Thank you very much for your precious and lovely feedback. We are excited to hear that you truly enjoyed your time with us, and genuinely hope to welcome you again in the future. Kind regards, Ivan Shestakov General Manager
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The hotel is just stunning. The location right by the beach is most beautiful with a beach bar open for serving coffee at sunrise - that was just magical. The interior ist so tasteful, the flowers around the houses beautiful. Staff at whites and is very friendly and open , the gym has everything to offer what's needed for a little workout. The food is very fresh, a lot of variety for breakfast and dinner. The whole family just loved the experience.
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Date of stay: January 2023
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Responded Jan 19, 2023
Dear Kirby, All of our team joins me in gratitude for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that this vacation remained a memorable and lovely experience for you and your family. We truly enjoyed hosting you, and hope to welcome you again very soon. Kind regards, Ivan Shestakov General Manager
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lionel s wrote a review Dec 2022
We have just spent 10 days at White Sand for our honeymoon, a heavenly stay that we will not soon forget!! We highly recommend this hotel where everything is done to make us feel good, relaxed and make the most of our holidays. All the staff and managers are charming, welcoming, smiling, always available and regularly worrying about whether everything is okay or if we need something. We had a villa (villa n°4) with private pool and direct access to the beach, choice between indoor or outdoor shower, incredible!! The room is very nice, tastefully decorated, really luxurious and perfectly clean. The restaurant is very good, excellent breakfasts with choice of pastries, eggs, pancakes, waffles… and their avocado toast are delicious. Every evening the Chef offers a different menu with fresh and very well cooked products. We particularly enjoyed the 2 buffet offered Swahili local specialities around the main swimming pool. The hotel overlooks a beautiful white sand beach where there are comfortable sunbeds and where you can drink any excellent cocktails facing the sea. We would like to thank Mangu, our butler, who is fantastic. This man is dedicated, available, helpful, exceptionally kind. Nothing is forgotten at white sand, every detail is thought out to make you feel good. We particularly enjoyed the last evening when we had an excellent typical Swahili dinner served in our villa and with a wonderful decoration of our table and terrace made by Mangu and his team. Thank you so much to all the staff of the hotel for the warm welcome!! We hope to be able to return one day to this dream hotel…
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded Dec 5, 2022
Dear Lionel, All the team joins me to thank you for your kinds words. We hope to see you very soon on a future occasion. Have a wonderful day.
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One of the most beautiful place we have been to !! The location of the hotel is really good, the villas super designed. We haven't met a single person who didnt smile to us always caring and attentive to our needs. A BIG THANKS to Camille for all her time and her kindness which made our stay amazing. We will not forget you ;) We highly recommend !!! Date du séjour : octobre 2022
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Response from Ivan Shestakov, General Manager at Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa (Relais & Chateaux)
Responded Nov 22, 2022
Cher Monsieur Jan, Toute l'équipe White Sand et Camille se joignent à moi pour vous remercier pour tous vos mots si bienveillants. Nous espérons vous accueillir de nouveau très prochainement parmi nous. En vous souhaitant une excellente soirée Bien cordialement.
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PRICE RANGE
$682 - $1,302 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
TanzaniaZanzibar ArchipelagoZanzibar IslandPaje
NUMBER OF ROOMS
14
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Frequently Asked Questions about Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa (Relais & Chateaux)
Which popular attractions are close to Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa (Relais & Chateaux)?
Nearby attractions include Paje Beach (0.8 miles), Jambiani Beach (2.7 miles), and Kuza Cave (1.6 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa (Relais & Chateaux)?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a rooftop bar, free wifi, and free breakfast.
Which room amenities are available at Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa (Relais & Chateaux)?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa (Relais & Chateaux)?
Guests can enjoy a rooftop bar, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant during their stay.
Is parking available at Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa (Relais & Chateaux)?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa (Relais & Chateaux)?
Conveniently located restaurants include Ratatouille, Lost Soles Bar, and Fadhil Restaurant.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa (Relais & Chateaux)?
Yes, guests have access to a pool, a sauna, and yoga classes during their stay.
Does Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa (Relais & Chateaux) have airport transportation?
Yes, Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa (Relais & Chateaux) offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa (Relais & Chateaux)?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa (Relais & Chateaux)?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, Russian, Polish, and Swahili.
Does Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa (Relais & Chateaux) have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.