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
🎭

Events & Venues

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

Excursions

  • Stone Town Tours
  • Spice Tours
  • Jozani Forest Walks
  • Prison Island Visits
  • Cultural Experiences
🤿

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
🎾

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

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