The Residence Zanzibar - Kizimkazi

$$$$||View on mapKizimkazi, TanzaniaMchangamle, Kizimkazi, Kizimkazi, Tanzania|
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The Residence Zanzibar - Kizimkazi
Mchangamle, Kizimkazi, Kizimkazi, Tanzania·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Comfort9.4
Cleanliness9.3
Facilities9.0
Staff9.0
Location8.5
Who stays here
Couples59%
Families31%
Groups6%
Solo3%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Comfort9.4
Cleanliness9.3
Facilities9.0
Staff9.0
Location8.5
Who stays here
Couples59%
Families31%
Groups6%
Solo3%

Luxury beachfront resort with private pool villas in Kizimkazi

Accommodation

The Residence Zanzibar Kizimkazi offers 66 villas spread across six categories, each with a private pool and large living areas. Garden pool villas provide seclusion, while ocean-front villas open directly onto the sand. Personalized butler service is available on request for every stay.

Dining

Two restaurants serve meals: the main Dining Room offers buffet-style dinners with nightly themes, and the Pavillion restaurant provides à la carte dining in a garden setting. Private dining experiences are available on the 150-metre jetty lounge bar, where sunset cocktails are served. Breakfast in the room and special diet menus are also offered.

Wellness & Activities

The Residence Zanzibar spa has multipe treatment pavilions, a steam room, sauna, and a glass-walled swimming pool. Daily yoga classes, personal training, and fitness classes are led by instructors such as Lukman. Complimentary non-motorised water sports include kayaking and snorkelling, and bycicles are provided for each villa.

Family

An air-conditioned children's club with multilingual staff offers board games, puzzles, and outdoor play equipment. Babysitting service, a game room with billiards and table tennis, and a children's playgound are available. Themed dinner nights and evening entertainment with live music and dance performences keep all ages engaged.

Location & Excursions

The Residence Zanzibar sits on a private beach area 55 minutes from Zanzibar City and 57 km from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. Nearby attractions include Jozani Forest Reserve for nature walks, dolphin safaris, and spice plantation tours. Airport shuttle, car hire, and tour desk services are arranged by the hotel.

  • Rooms: 66 private pool villas in six categories
  • Dining: Two restaurants & jetty lounge bar
  • Wellness: Spa with glass-walled pool and yoga sessions
  • Family: Air-conditioned children's club with multilingual staff
  • Activities: Complimentary kayaking, snorkelling, and bikes
  • Location: 55 min from Zanzibar City, near Jozani Forest
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
from 11:00-12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 2. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Hindi, Bahasa Indonesian, Swahili, Tamil, Telugu
Building
Year renovated:2011
Number of rooms:66
Price calendar
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Rooms and availability

Villa
  • Max:
    2 persons
Pool Oceanfront Villa
  • Max:
    5 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Private pool
Pool Villa
  • Max:
    5 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Private pool

Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Free parking
Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Poolside snack bar

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis court
  • Badminton
  • Billiard tables
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Yoga class
  • Sports trainer
  • Aerobics

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Board games
  • Children's menu
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Pool with view

Room view

  • Garden view

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • CD player
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about The Residence Zanzibar

💵 Lowest room price 832 £
📏 Distance to centre 4.8 km
✈️ Distance to airport 58.2 km
🧳 Nearest airport Kisauni, ZNZ

Location

Mchangamle, Kizimkazi, Kizimkazi, Tanzania
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Mchangamle, Kizimkazi, Kizimkazi, Tanzania
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Mchangamle, Kizimkazi, Kizimkazi, Tanzania
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FAQ about The Residence Zanzibar

Which landmarks should we visit during our stay at the comfortable The Residence Zanzibar hotel?
Staying about 10 minutes by car from the comfortable The Residence Zanzibar hotel, guests will find one of the top-rated landmarks, Pete Inlet Bay, whereas Vundwe Island is 3.9 km away.
Does The Residence Zanzibar provide an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle is one of the services offered by The Residence Zanzibar. Please inform the hotel staff about your estimated arrival time.
Does The Residence Zanzibar hotel have a car parking on site?
Yes, guests of The Residence Zanzibar hotel can take advantage of a free private car park on site.
Can I have breakfast at the The Residence Zanzibar?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the The Residence Zanzibar.
What payment methods are available in the The Residence Zanzibar?
At the The Residence Zanzibar, guests can pay using Mastercard, Visa, and American Express as well as other payment methods.
What are the room types offered by the comfortable The Residence Zanzibar hotel?
King Room, Presidential King Suite, and Apartment are among the room types available at the comfortable The Residence Zanzibar hotel.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at the The Residence Zanzibar hotel?
Most rooms of the The Residence Zanzibar hotel include a patio and a sitting area as well as wireless internet and a television.
Is the The Residence Zanzibar accessible to people with disabilities?
Yes, wheelchair access and rooms with accessible facilities are provided at the The Residence Zanzibar for guests with special needs.
Which facilities are available in the comfortable The Residence Zanzibar hotel?
Top locations of the comfortable The Residence Zanzibar hotel include a private beach area and luggage storage, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safe deposit box and 24-hour security.
What are the spa options at the The Residence Zanzibar hotel?
At a wellness centre featured at the The Residence Zanzibar hotel guests can receive such spa procedures as body scrub, pedicure, and manicure. Additionally, a treatment room, a steam room, and a Jacuzzi are offered on-site.
Is there a swimming pool in this comfortable hotel?
Yes, this comfortable hotel features an outdoor pool area.
Which children services are provided at the comfortable The Residence Zanzibar hotel?
For guests staying at the comfortable The Residence Zanzibar hotel with their children, babysitting will be extremely useful.
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