Zanzibar beach at sunset
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   5-STAR PREMIUM

BLUEBAY

Zanzibar Hotels

Ultimate Luxury Beach Escape in Zanzibar

Two Exceptional Resorts  ·  310 Rooms  ·  582m Private Beach

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  • 📍35km East Coast of Africa
  • 🏖️582m Private Beach
  • 🛏️310 Total Rooms
  • ✈️1-Hour from Airport
  • 🏆Award-Winning Properties
  • 🌿Eco-Certified by Zanzibar Government

OUR PROPERTIES

Two Exceptional Resorts

Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa

THE ULTIMATE IN BEACH LUXURY

Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa — 5★

Zanzibar's premier destination offering spacious, bright rooms decorated in traditional Zanzibari style with lush gardens and tall palm trees.

  • ✓110 Deluxe Rooms
  • ✓14 Deluxe Sea View Rooms
  • ✓6 Luxury Suites
  • ✓2 Ultra-Luxury Sultan Suites
  • 📍 Kiwengwa East Coast
  • 🏊 Swimming Pool & Infinity Pool
  • 🏋️ Full Gymnasium
  • 🌊 Water Sports Center
  • 💆 Oasis Spa
Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa

TROPICAL ISLAND PARADISE

Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa — 4★

Spacious seaside accommodations with separate dressing rooms, en-suite bathrooms, decorated in traditional Swahili style using local fabrics.

  • ✓24 Baobab Rooms
  • ✓56 Pwani Rooms
  • ✓20 Bahari Rooms
  • 📍 Adjacent to Bluebay (Shared Beach)
  • 🏊 Baobab Pool & Palms Pool
  • 🌴 Tropical Gardens
  • 🎭 Cultural Entertainment
  • 🍽️ Premium Dining Options

ACCOMMODATION

Rooms & Suites

Deluxe Rooms (110)

Deluxe Rooms (110)

44m² · Large / Queen Beds

Lush Garden View

A/C · Flat-screen TV · Mini Bar

Deluxe Sea View Rooms (14)

Deluxe Sea View Rooms (14)

44m² · 1 Queen Bed

Elevated Ocean Position

Panoramic Views · A/C · Balcony

Luxury Suites (6)

Luxury Suites (6)

90m² · Lounge Area

Own Plunge Pool (3.5 × 2.5m)

Private Garden · Walk-in Shower · Verandah

Sultan Suites (2)

Sultan Suites (2)

98m² · Double Bed

Ocean-Edge Location

Private Beach Access · Walk-in Shower · Dressing Area

CULINARY EXCELLENCE AWAITS

Where to Dine

Makuti Restaurant

Buffet & À la Carte

Makuti Restaurant

The main dining facility with views over the swimming pool to the ocean beyond. Live cooking stations and themed nightly menus.

Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

Smart Casual (No Shorts at Dinner)
Bahari Grill

Seafood Specialties

Bahari Grill

Beachfront à la carte lunch. Fresh ocean catches, live music and an exclusive setting right beside the sand.

Lunch

Live Music & Performances
The Wok

À la Carte Asian

The Wok

Far Eastern cuisine and an extensive wine list served in an intimate lantern-lit setting.

Dinner · Reservation Only

Wine Bar · Premium Beverages
Trattoria

À la Carte Italian

Trattoria

Traditional Italian cuisine paired with a carefully curated wine cellar. Warm, romantic, unhurried.

Dinner · Reservation Only

Chef's Selection
The Palms Pool Bar

Drinks & Lounge

The Palms Pool Bar

Wines, spirits, fresh juices and specialised coffees poolside. Shisha corner and live band most evenings.

All Day · Evening Entertainment

Live Band
Blu-Deli Café

Coffee & Pastries

Blu-Deli Café

Freshly ground coffee, cakes and pastries in a bright coffee lounge. Free WiFi hotspot.

Morning & Afternoon

Free WiFi

EXPERIENCES

Discover Adventures

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Water Sports

  • •Big Game Fishing
  • •Dhow Cruises
  • •Windsurfing
  • •Beach Sports
  • •Snorkeling
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Wellness & Spa

  • •Full Spa Treatments
  • •Yoga & Meditation
  • •Massage Therapy
  • •Fitness Programs
  • •Wellness Coaching
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Events & Venues

  • •Wedding Planning
  • •Private Parties
  • •Banqueting
  • •Conference Rooms
  • •Business Meetings
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Excursions

  • •Stone Town Tours
  • •Spice Tours
  • •Jozani Forest Walks
  • •Prison Island Visits
  • •Cultural Experiences
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Diving & Water

  • •PADI 5-Star Dive Center
  • •Certification Courses
  • •Guided Dives
  • •Equipment Rental
  • •Coral Conservation
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Kids Club

  • •Toto Club Programs
  • •Kids Activities
  • •Animation & Entertainment
  • •Supervised Care
  • •Safe Environment
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Fitness

  • •Full Gymnasium
  • •Personal Trainers
  • •Group Classes
  • •Yoga Sessions
  • •Pilates Programs
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Sports

  • •Tennis Courts
  • •Table Tennis
  • •Pool Tables
  • •Beach Volleyball
  • •Water Sports

ON PROPERTY

Facilities & Services

Bluebay Facilities

  • ✓Swimming Pool & Infinity Pool
  • ✓Beach Volleyball Court
  • ✓Tennis Court
  • ✓Table Tennis Tables
  • ✓Business Centre
  • ✓Conference Rooms
  • ✓Two Boutiques
  • ✓Babysitting Services
  • ✓Wedding Planning
  • ✓Honeymoon Packages
  • ✓Groups & Incentives
  • ✓Private Parties & Banqueting
  • ✓On-site Nurse
  • ✓WiFi (Free of Charge)

Sultan Sands Facilities

  • ✓Baobab Pool & Palms Pool
  • ✓Tropical Landscaped Gardens
  • ✓Beach Access & Activities
  • ✓Water Sports Center
  • ✓Kids Toto Club
  • ✓Gaming Corner
  • ✓Flat-screen TV
  • ✓En-suite Bathroom
  • ✓Separate Dressing Room
  • ✓Hair Dryer
  • ✓Electronic Safe
  • ✓Telephone
  • ✓WiFi (Free of Charge)
  • ✓Smoke Detector & Fire Alarm
  • ✓Ceiling Fans & A/C

Award-Winning Excellence

Zanzibar's Premier Luxury Beach Destination

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Awards & Recognition

  • ✓5-Star PADI Dive Operator
  • ✓Officially Eco-Certified by Zanzibar Government
  • ✓Award-Winning Environmental Practices
  • ✓Leading Luxury Properties in East Africa
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Unique Advantages

  • ✓582m PRIVATE BEACH
  • ✓Only 1 hour from Zanzibar Int'l Airport
  • ✓Direct flights from major world cities
  • ✓Adjacent resorts with shared facilities
  • ✓Traditional & Modern Architecture
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World-Class Experience

  • ✓Exceptional Staff Trained to Excellence
  • ✓Traditional Zanzibari Style & Hospitality
  • ✓Authentic Cultural Immersion
  • ✓Water Sports & Adventure Center
  • ✓Award-Winning Dining Venues
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Environmental Commitment

  • ✓Outstanding Environmental Preservation
  • ✓Coral Conservation Programs
  • ✓Sustainable Tourism Operations
  • ✓Government-Recognized Green Practices
  • ✓Island Ecosystem Protection

HOW TO ARRIVE

Getting Here is Easy

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Location

  • •Kiwengwa Beach, East Coast, Zanzibar
  • •35km off the mainland coast
  • •Private beach access for both resorts
  • •Lush tropical surroundings
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Airport Transfers

  • •1-hour drive from Zanzibar Int'l Airport (46.5 km)
  • •55-min flight from Nairobi
  • •15-min flight from Dar es Salaam
  • •2-hour ferry from mainland
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Navigation

  • •Well-maintained coastal roads
  • •Professional transfer services
  • •Scenic coastal drive
  • •Clear signage to both resorts
  • •GPS coordinates provided