The Residence Zanzibar

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Body treatments, body wraps, body scrubs, facials
2 restaurants, breakfast served
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk
The Residence Zanzibar offers ocean views and island hospitality. Guests enjoy massages, yoga, and white sand beaches with sun loungers. The property features two coffee shops, a garden, free in-room WiFi, and babysitting services for parents seeking private time.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast included
The current price is HK$3,857
HK$4,551 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov

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Furnished patio
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  • 1668 sq ft
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Furnished patio
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  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Luxury Villa

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Private pool
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Presidential Villa (Pool)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Private pool
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
Mchangamle, Kizimkazi

What's nearby

  • Mchangamble Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Dimbani Beach - 15 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Kizimkazi Dimbani Mosque - 15 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Kizimkazi Beach - 17 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Paje Beach - 39 min drive - 37.4 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪jumbo restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mnana Lodge - Bar - Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Dining room, The Residence - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kipepo Pool Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sarabi - ‬15 min drive

About this property

The Residence Zanzibar

Luxury family-friendly hotel by the ocean
A free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at The Residence Zanzibar. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beachfront dining and sunloungers. Treat yourself to a facial, a massage or a body treatment at the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and ocean views. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include kayaking, horse riding and snorkelling. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as 2 coffee shops/cafes and a garden.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Free bike hire, an outdoor tennis court and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge), a porter/bellboy and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 66 rooms boast comforts, such as 24-hour room service and private pools, in addition to perks, such as fireplaces and furnished patios.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Separate baths/showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Separate sitting areas, childcare services and coffee/tea makers

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at The Residence Zanzibar are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 2 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Dining Room
  • The Pavilion

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Snorkelling
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Free children's club
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Private pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 66 buildings
  • Built in 2011
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Private pool

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 190
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 95 (from 3 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 190
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 95 (from 3 to 12 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 95 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Residence Zanzibar Hotel Kizimkazi
Residence Zanzibar Hotel
Residence Zanzibar Kizimkazi
Residence Zanzibar
The Residence Zanzibar Hotel
The Residence Zanzibar Kizimkazi
The Residence Zanzibar Hotel Kizimkazi

Frequently asked questions

Does The Residence Zanzibar have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Residence Zanzibar?

As of 24 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Residence Zanzibar on 11 Nov 2025 start from HK$3,856.7, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Residence Zanzibar pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Residence Zanzibar?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Residence Zanzibar?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Residence Zanzibar?

Checkout is at noon.

Does The Residence Zanzibar provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 95 per vehicle applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at The Residence Zanzibar?

Some rate plans available at this hotel are all-inclusive.

Where is The Residence Zanzibar located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kizimkazi hotel is 18.4 mi (29.6 km) from Paje Beach.

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