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Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Staircase
View from room
Z Hotel Garden View Queen Room 1st Floor | View from room
Front of property
The Z Hotel on Nungwi Beach features a poolside bar and regular manager's receptions on its sunny terrace. Guests can unwind on the white sand beach or enjoy spa services like massages and manicures. Two ocean-view restaurants serve meals, and the café offers coffee and free WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Z2 Hotel Double Room with Pool View 1st Floor

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Z2 Hotel Twin Room with Pool View 1st Floor

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Z2 Hotel Double Room with Pool View 2nd Floor

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Z2 Hotel Twin Room with Pool View 2nd Floor

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Z2 Hotel Double Room with Pool View 3rd Floor

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Z2 Hotel, Rooftop Suite partial Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Z2 Hotel, Rooftop Suite Full Sea View | Terrace/patio

Z2 Hotel, Rooftop Suite Full Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood

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Nungwi Beach, Zanzibar, Nungwi

What's nearby

  • Nungwi Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Nungwi Natural Aquarium - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mnarani Natural Aquarium - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Kendwa Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Muyuni Beach - 37 min drive - 23.8 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tam Tam Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪M&J Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sexy Fish - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Corner - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mangi's Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel

Upscale boutique hotel near Nungwi Beach
Consider a stay at Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel and take advantage of a poolside bar, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sun loungers. Treat yourself to a Swedish massage, a manicure/pedicure, or a body treatment at the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy lunch, dinner, light fare, and ocean views. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Airport pick-up service (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
  • Massage treatment rooms, concierge services, and beach towels
  • A gift shop, luggage storage, and beach umbrellas
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other amenities include:
  • Designer toiletries, showers, and hair dryers
  • 20-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Cinnamon Cocktail Bar
  • Saruche
  • the Rooftops Bar
  • Z Cafe

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • 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

Outdoors

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

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 3 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2008
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 20-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Deposit is payable by credit card, Direct Pay Online, or by bank transfer and is due at the time of booking the reservation.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 16 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 16 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night
  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.
  • Resort fee (December 22 - January 06): USD 40 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 65 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 5)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent

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 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 16 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Z Hotel Nungwi
Z Nungwi
The Z Hotel Zanzibar Nungwi
The Z Hotel Hotel
The Z Hotel Nungwi
The Z Hotel Hotel Nungwi

Frequently asked questions

Does Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of USD 65 per vehicle applies.

Where is Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Nungwi hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Nungwi Natural Aquarium, Nungwi Beach, and Kendwa Beach. Mnarani Natural Aquarium is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) away.

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Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 309 out of 431 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 431 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 431 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 431 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 431 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely hotel, had an amazing stay the whole time and luckily the food at the hotel is amazing best food I had while I was there!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, breakfast is great and the facilities like pool, gym etc are awesome The staff was very friendly and helpful … best hotel to stay in Zanzibar Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location and amenities. Please note Z and Z2 are separate. Z is the one with most of the amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marla K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved Winnie & Allen were super nice. The “bar man” was awesome and the cocktails were TOP TIER❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Nolan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is amazing and the food at the Chinammon was delicious; however, I can’t recommend this resort based on the horrible internet service, annoying beach boys trying to sell you stuff on the private beach, and the brief, intermittent power outages throughout the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Janie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Pros: gym facility, free breakfast, reasonable hotel restaurants and room service. House keeping is excellent, okay wifi, decent AC unit, the beach is beautiful, but VERY BUSY AND NOISY. Cons: the power went out maybe 5x a day, morning and night. The beach isn't private, so there will be A LOT of sellers walking up to you and unfortunately you will be harassed constantly. I made friends with one of the Masai beach boys, but that doesn't stop others from walking up to you every few minutes. The security does their best, but sometimes the beach boys even sneak into the hotel grounds at night.
View of the beach front
View of the beach from Cinnamon
View of the beach from Cinnamon
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the best beach in Zanzibar. If possible, we would recommend separating the swimming area from the boats for added safety and comfort.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great decor! Brand new wing is lovely but note is separate to the main hotel. Excellent breakfast. Very honest staff. The hotel tours team v high std and good value for Dhow and snorklong trips. Spa appraently good but disaapintingly hard to book.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Line

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with private beach and great service.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10/10 OMG literally the best resort I have ever visited! Everything is top tier, the level of customer service and attention to detail is unreal. Worth every penny! I will surely be back and recommend to anyone visiting Zanzibar :)
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is on the beach with great staff and services. Food was outstanding.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sahil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay at The Z Hotel for our honeymoon. Everything was perfect, from the staff to the food and facilities. We loved our stay and highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Z Hotel is a spectacular tropical Oasis in Zanzibar! The staff, especially Julia was fabulous, the grounds and decor were beautiful and the food was delicious! I would stay here everytime I would be lucky enough to visit Zanzibar and I will tell everyone I know not to look any further than Z Hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Looking around at the other Nungwi properties, I’m glad we chose to stay there. Very safe with security, amazing pool and the staff is beyond kind.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for three nights following our African Safari. We loved the property and would like to have stayed longer. The staff were delightful, the food was very good and our room with a sea views was on the small side but very comfortable with a good sized deck for all our lounging. We saw a number of properties along the beach and nothing compared to this lovely boutique style property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent 5 nights here, really nice hotel and the staff where all lovely. Really helpful. The hotel was very clean and secure. Pool was nice just right temp to cool down. Beach was a bit too busy so wouldn't describe it as a private beach. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valentina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a stunning location on a beautiful stretch of beach, best position to see the sunset. Property has a stylish decor and is perfectly maintained. Service is great. The infinity pool is amazing. We got an upgrade to the suite that was very much appreciated. Thank you for the amazing stay and we will come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful Hotel. The grounds were stunning. The staff was amazing. Best sunset in a Zanzibar. The breakfast buffet was delicious. Many many choices.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Florelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Unfortunatly the beach was not private and there were à Lot of logo's who was just sitting and bothering the tourist to do some activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Orla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

This place is amazing. Right on the beach. Food is delicious. Staff are extremely attentive. I have nothing bad to say.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tuyen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The two standouts of the Z Hotel were the friendly and gracious staff (shout out to Emiliana and Latifa), and the superb seafood restaurant Sexy Fish. I ate there twice and on both occasions the recommendations were spot on. The free breakfast buffet was also excellent. Very cool interior design, with liberal use of tropical themed wallpaper mixed with African fabrics in common areas and guest rooms. Very nice infinity pool overlooking the beach. There are lounge chairs by the pool and on the beach for hotel guests. The beach itself is the classic powdered sugar sand and warm aquamarine water, though at times felt a bit congested because of the restaurant projecting out from the hotel on one side of the beach, the small boats anchored in the water, and the traffic of jet skis and horse rides in the water. It's a nice stroll along the beach, but be prepared to deal with locals hawking souvenirs and tours. I found them friendly and not overly aggressive. If you're looking to buy souvenirs, the hotel is walking distance to a bunch of shops. There are also other restaurants within walking distance if you want to sample food other than what the hotel offers.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Perfect Solo Getaway

I recently stayed at The Z Hotel Zanzibar as a solo female traveler, and I can’t recommend it enough! From the moment I arrived, I felt completely welcomed and at ease. The staff were incredibly polite, attentive, and genuinely warm, making my stay feel personal. The food and drinks were delicious—fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Whether it was a leisurely breakfast overlooking the ocean or a cocktail at the rooftop bar at sunset, every meal felt like an experience in itself. The variety and quality were impressive, with something to suit every craving. The facilities were just as great. The pool area was pristine and perfect for unwinding, while the semi-private beach was just steps away, offering stunning turquoise waters and soft white sand. The hotel itself is beautifully designed, with a boutique feel that balances luxury with laid-back island vibes. Most importantly, I felt completely safe and secure throughout my stay. The staff were attentive without being intrusive, and the overall atmosphere was relaxed yet well-managed. As a solo traveler, this made all the difference—I could fully enjoy my time without any worries. Whether you're traveling alone, as a couple, or with friends, The Z Hotel is an absolute gem. I left feeling refreshed, grateful, and I am very much looking forward to visiting again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Isabell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Two Hotels, One Name! Make Sure You Know Which One

We originally booked The Z Hotel, expecting to stay at the beautiful beachfront property with its stunning views, pool, restaurant, and gym. However, upon arrival, we were informed that we had been placed at The Z2 Hotel, a newly opened sister property located just behind The Z Hotel. While Z2 is modern and clean, it lacks the charm, atmosphere, and convenience of the original Z Hotel. What disappointed us most was that nowhere in the booking process or confirmation was it mentioned that Z2 even exists, or that we could be placed there instead of the hotel we actually chose. Guests at Z2 are allowed to use the pool at The Z Hotel, but you have to walk back and forth between the two buildings. Also, Z2 guests are not allowed to have breakfast at The Z Hotel, which added to the feeling of being separated or downgraded. Another important point, there is no elevator in the building. Considering the relatively high price, the overall experience did not feel worth the cost. If we had been clearly informed about the existence of Z2 and what it offered we would probably have made a different booking. As it stands, we felt misled, and that we didn’t get the value or experience we paid for. The Z Hotel itself is lovely with a great vibe, just make sure you know exactly where you’re staying. Z2 may suit some, but it’s a very different experience than staying at the original property. The gym at the Z hotel is great and well equipped with a nice view.
Deluxe double room with pool view at The Z2 Hotel
View from the balcony
Bathroom at the hotel
The Z2 Hotel reception
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUAN CARLOS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La playa es la más bonita que he conocido, la atención del personal que trabaja en el hotel es excepcional, la comida es deliciosa, las instalaciones del hotel son nuevas, modernas e impecables
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verena Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Hotel ist super schön und sauber. Die Zimmer modern. Das Essen in den Restaurants wirklich sehr lecker. Alle Angestellten sind wahnsinnig freundlich , gut gelaunt und hilfsbereit. Der Strandabschnitt bewacht so das man seine Ruhe vor Verkäufern hat. Der Strandabschnitt der schönste in Nungwi.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2025