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A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a beach view.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

A balcony with two chairs and a table, overlooking a scenic view of the ocean and a distant shoreline with buildings and palm trees.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a mix of seating areas including sofas and tables.

1. Treetop by Eight Continents, Zanzibar

12.7 km from Kwale Island

Patrick

₩143,220

₩178,250 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A thatched-roof outdoor seating area with a view of the ocean.

A bed with a green bedspread and colorful pillows, a wooden floor, and a canopy bed.

A narrow, unpaved path leading to a rustic wooden structure with a thatched roof, surrounded by dense foliage and a sign indicating a '4' level.

A beach with a sandy shore and a thatched-roof structure.

2. Chumbe Island Coral Park

16.4 km from Kwale Island

"A wonderful eco resort! Cute bungalow's with compost toilets. We slept with all the windows and doors open to enjoy the ocean breeze. staff and food fantastic. Good snorkelling. Coconut crab night walk was fascinating. We climbed up the lighthouse and walked around the island on low tide - saw heaps of starfish and crabs! We also relaxed in the swinging day beds and read our books. 4 nights was a lovely amount of time if you can…but lots just came for 1 night."

Karen

₩529,847

₩704,109 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel with a large pool, multiple lounge areas, and a grand entrance with arched windows.

A lobby with a marble floor, arched ceilings, and decorative wooden panels.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a pool, and palm trees.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

3. Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

19.5 km from Kwale Island

Fleur

₩233,130

₩285,709 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A resort with thatched-roof buildings, a pool, and a wooden bridge over clear water.

A hot tub with a view of the ocean, surrounded by tropical plants and a thatched roof.

A serene spa area with a hot tub, a flower vase, and a view of the ocean.

A resort with multiple thatched-roof buildings, a central swimming pool, and surrounding palm trees.

4. Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar

17.6 km from Kwale Island

Nick

₩150,365

₩187,965 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A spacious living area with a view of the sea, featuring modern furniture and a large dining table.

A spacious room with a balcony overlooking the sea, a bed, a sofa, and a dining area.

A modern living room with a sofa, dining area, and a TV.

A modern resort with a swimming pool, a view of the sunset over the ocean, and a two-story building with balconies.

5. Blue Ocean Resort & Residences

8.7 km from Kwale Island

Victoria l

₩129,381

₩160,918 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

6. Golden Palm Boutique Zanzibar

18.4 km from Kwale Island

Stephanie Danielle

₩101,010

₩127,029 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A beachside bar with a wooden structure, a palm tree, and coconuts on display.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, surrounded by greenery and palm trees, under string lights.

A spacious outdoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large arched windows, and a view of the ocean.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, palm trees, and a building with a tiled roof.

7. The Residence Zanzibar

18.3 km from Kwale Island

Timothy

₩680,099

₩802,456 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A wooden deck with sun loungers and a view of the ocean.

A room with a bed, a wooden partition, a bench, and a hanging chair.

A wooden swing bed with a view of the ocean, a palm tree, and a thatched roof structure.

A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a pier extending into the ocean.

8. Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE

20.6 km from Kwale Island

Phina

₩252,139

₩306,022 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A tropical resort with thatched-roof buildings, wooden deck seating, and a clear turquoise sea.

A beachside setting with a thatched umbrella, wooden seating, and cacti.

A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

A window with white curtains, a potted plant, and a view of the sea.

9. Tunu Beach Zanzibar

20.8 km from Kwale Island

"Un séjour tout simplement parfait au Tunu Beach Hotel. Nous ne nous sommes pas sentis dans un hôtel, mais comme à la maison. Toute l’équipe est d’une gentillesse exceptionnelle, avec une mention toute particulière pour Mohamed, le directeur, ainsi qu’à Omar, pour leur bienveillance et leur accueil remarquables. Un immense merci également à toute l’équipe de la restauration et à l’ensemble du personnel, toujours souriant, attentionné et aux petits soins. Tout est irréprochable : la propreté, le...

Sonia

₩131,616

₩163,507 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

10. Kusini Beach Bungalows

20.8 km from Kwale Island

Mira

₩48,747

₩93,649 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern multi-story building with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and large windows.

A modern living room with a glass dining table, grey sofas, and a wooden ceiling fan.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, an air conditioning unit, and a wall-mounted picture.

A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a television. There is a large window with curtains, a plant, and a decorative wall piece.

11. DT Beachfront Villas

10.1 km from Kwale Island

Elia

₩139,889

₩162,271 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A beach with palm trees, a pool, and lounge chairs.

A kitchen with checkered walls, a refrigerator, a sink, a stove, and a fire extinguisher.

A clear view of a tree-lined shoreline with a sailboat in the water.

A neatly made bed with a towel and two bottles of shampoo, a wooden headboard, and two bedside tables with lamps.

12. Shiri beach resort

7.2 km from Kwale Island

₩73,540

₩98,847 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A bedroom with a bed, a bench, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a view of the ocean, and a balcony.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

A residential building complex with multiple apartment buildings, a paved pathway, and some greenery.

A paved pathway flanked by trees and shrubs, leading towards a sunset.

13. Didas Villa Zanzibar

12 km from Kwale Island

₩66,187

₩76,777 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A living room with a sofa, a patterned rug, and a hallway leading to another room.

A bathroom with a shower, a toilet, a towel rack, and a soap dispenser on a shelf.

A kitchen with beige cabinets, a microwave, a kettle, and a toaster on the countertop.

A room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

14. Just Home

19.7 km from Kwale Island

Anonymous traveler

₩293,783

₩329,037 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A kitchen with green cabinets, a stove, and various kitchen appliances.

A two-story building with a balcony, air conditioning units, and a potted plant.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a wooden chair, two armchairs, and a patterned rug.

A corridor with a ceiling fan, a staircase, and a door leading to another room.

15. Zanzibar Lux House & Transit

19.4 km from Kwale Island

₩48,747

₩56,059 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A table with a green tablecloth, a red bottle, and a glass on a wooden table, set against a backdrop of a blue sea and a white building in the distance.

A traditional building with multiple windows, some with screens, and a wooden fence.

A bathroom with a white toilet, a white sink, and a patterned wall.

A bed with white bedding, a wooden headboard, and a floral arrangement on the bed.

16. Ecokayak Beach Lodge

11.3 km from Kwale Island

₩54,163

₩62,287 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A garden with a wooden bench, a map, and a pergola structure.

A bicycle parked in a garden area with a brick wall and greenery in the background.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and artwork on the wall.

A rectangular swimming pool with a ladder, surrounded by a wooden deck and plants.

17. Juney villas zanzibar

20.2 km from Kwale Island

₩49,591

₩57,030 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A traditional thatched-roof house with a wooden porch and a small garden area.

Two rustic huts with thatched roofs, surrounded by greenery and a stone pathway.

A rustic hut surrounded by dense foliage, with a thatched roof and a dirt path leading to it.

A group of people dining at a restaurant with a thatched roof and a signboard advertising the restaurant.

18. Kv Jungle Bungalows

17.9 km from Kwale Island

₩47,687

₩54,840 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A beach with clear turquoise water, boats, and a tree with hanging branches.

A boat's interior with a view of a sunset over water.

A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a thatched roof, and a stone wall in the background.

19. Kilimani kizi lodge

20.5 km from Kwale Island

Claudia

₩23,052

₩26,741 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by lush vegetation and palm trees.

A room with stone walls, a bed with a canopy, and a glass door leading to a balcony.

A room with a wooden floor, a window with blinds, and a wooden swing set.

A modern outdoor seating area with a stone wall, a cushioned bench, and a view of greenery.

20. kizikula

19.8 km from Kwale Island

₩303,501

₩362,894 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

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Compare popular hotels close to Kwale Island

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Treetop by Eight Continents, Zanzibar	10.0 Exceptional 9 reviews	View
Chumbe Island Coral Park	10.0 Exceptional 23 reviews	View
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport	8.6 Excellent 136 reviews	View
Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar	8.8 Excellent 209 reviews	View
Blue Ocean Resort & Residences	7.8 Good 6 reviews	View

Top Kwale Island Hotel Reviews

Spice Palace Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I would highly recommend this hotel in Stone Town. It is a wonderful place to stay with very friendly staff and functional facilities. The breakfast is also decent too! Oh and the proximity to the ferry and most places. Nice gem."

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent

"This property is a the most beautiful relaxing place to escape from the stresses of everyday life! Everything is perfect, the location, food, atmosphere, but mostly the endearing and helpful staff!"

Tembo House Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"An excellent place to stay. Clean and comfortable with three swimming pools and a game room that had ping pong and foosball. Unfortunately, there can be some noise from a nearby hotel with live music, but it doesn't seem to last very late. The timbo hotel itself was quiet. The buffet breakfast was excellent with many choices for vegetarian and vegan guests including soy milk."

Maru Maru Hotel

8/10 Good

"The location was ideal for wandering through Stone Town. The staff were friendly. The view from open patio dining area on the roof top was amazing. You must take advantage of wandering the many alley ways and shops. Lots to see in the area."

Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay…beautiful hotel and staff. Everything was great. The breakfast and dinner were excellent!"

The Residence Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent

"I really, appreciate the care and attention the staff gave us."

Dhow Palace Hotel

8/10 Good

"Personnel bienveillant, dommage qu’il y ait beaucoup de travaux aux alentours… Très bon emplacement"

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The Mizangani Seafront Hotel was an amazing, atmospheric bit of old Zanzibar looking out on the Stone Town harbor, and across from the Dar es Salaam ferry landing. They served a wonderful breakfast on the veranda. The reception and breakfast staff were very helpful and gave us a warm welcome. Our room was spacious and filled with beautiful Zanzibari details."

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

8/10 Good

"Rooms were clean but had misty smell and little small rooms"

Other attractions near Kwale Island

Fumba Beach

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Menai Bay Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Menai Bay Beach during your trip to Unguja Ukuu?

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Mchangamble Beach

9.2/10 (5 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mchangamble Beach during your trip to Kizimkazi? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

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Jozani Forest National Park Mangrove Walk

You can take time to visit Jozani Forest National Park Mangrove Walk during your travels to Jozani.

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Kizimkazi Dimbani Mosque

9.0/10 (9 reviews)

After visiting Kizimkazi Dimbani Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kizimkazi Dimbani. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kwale Island?

Kwale Island is located in an area that travelers like for its beaches. You'll find 21 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Kwale Island?

Treetop by Eight Continents, Zanzibar is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. You'll find it 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from Kwale Island. Other good options in the area include Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar and The Residence Zanzibar.

How many hotels are there close to Kwale Island?

Expedia has 21 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Kwale Island.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kwale Island, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Kwale Island.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Kwale Island?

To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Kwale Island, head over to our customer service page.

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Our top choices for Kwale Island hotels

1. Treetop by Eight Continents, Zanzibar

2. Chumbe Island Coral Park

3. Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

4. Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar

5. Blue Ocean Resort & Residences

6. Golden Palm Boutique Zanzibar

7. The Residence Zanzibar

8. Kwanza Resort By SUNRISE

9. Tunu Beach Zanzibar

10. Kusini Beach Bungalows

11. DT Beachfront Villas

12. Shiri beach resort

13. Didas Villa Zanzibar

14. Just Home

15. Zanzibar Lux House & Transit

16. Ecokayak Beach Lodge

17. Juney villas zanzibar

18. Kv Jungle Bungalows

19. Kilimani kizi lodge

20. kizikula

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Top Kwale Island Hotel Reviews

Spice Palace Hotel

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Tembo House Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel

Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel

The Residence Zanzibar

Dhow Palace Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Other attractions near Kwale Island

Fumba Beach

Menai Bay Beach

Mchangamble Beach

Jozani Forest National Park Mangrove Walk

Kizimkazi Dimbani Mosque

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