The Z Hotel

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For something chic in an affordable Zanzibar holiday package, choose the Z Hotel as the right place to go on the North Coast of a magnificent island. Find the vibrant Z Hotel in a busy area with an electric atmosphere that suits those who love fun and partying. This superb boutique hotel in Zanzibar is hip and happening. Eat out at the Saruche Restaurant, sip trendy drinks at the Cinnamon Cocktail Bar and grab a snack at the Z Café. On-site dive centre for those who enjoy scuba diving, sunset cruises and deep sea fishing. We have great deals for Z.

In true Zanzibar Island fashion, the Z Hotel is a retreat from real-life rushing, yet it still offers modern entertainment and facilities. Set in beautiful tropical gardens on the edge of Nungwi Beach, the elegant, air-conditioned rooms all feature cable TV, Wi-Fi and music facilities. Sleep deep in coconut wood beds and allow the sea breeze in through large glass French doors leading onto private furnished decks. Choose from 39 different rooms from the garden and sea view rooms to the rooftop suites, the oceanfront cottages and the impressive Z Suite. 

You have come to the right place in Africa if diving and snorkelling are your thing. Snorkel off the beach and take a boat cruise to the famous Mnemba Atoll to find the largest populations of rare turtles ever seen together before. Nungwi is a traditional fishing village where visitors can buy fresh fish or watch the women harvesting seaweed for their ecotourism projects. 

Everything at the Z Hotel revolves around the swimming pool area and the lively bar with extensive sea views. Start here then wander down the beach to try out other bars and restaurants in a tourist strip that really parties. 

Stone Town is an hour away and excursions to Tanzania across the Indian Island Bay can be arranged. Voyage2Africa customises excellent bush-beach holiday packages incorporating your blissful Zanzibar Island holiday with a thrilling wildlife safari in famous national parks such as Ruaha and Tarangire.

Your busy day at the Z Hotel and on the Nungwi beaches calls for a relaxing spa massage at the new Sky Spa. Chill out with a book in the central lounge area or lie on your soft bed and watch a movie on the TV. Feel comfortable surrounded by that African vibe, authentic Zanzibari hospitality and world-class facilities – then party all night!

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Overview

From its idyllic setting amid verdant tropical gardens, the vibrant Z Hotel boasts stunning outlooks across Zanzibar’s north coast, on the famous Nungwi peninsula. This modern beach resort is easily accessible on good roads and only an hour’s drive from the island’s historic capital, Stone Town, and the international airport. 

Voyage2Africa rates the Z Hotel for its plush accommodation on a protected bay, surrounded by tall trees and flowers, and right on the soft sandy shores. Nungwi Beach is regarded as the fifth-best beach in the world and the Z Hotel has been nominated as Africa’s leading beach hotel!

Authentic Zanzibar-styled rooms and suites number 39 rooms arranged into 17 deluxe sea view rooms, 16 deluxe garden-view rooms, 3 rooftop suites, 2 oceanfront cottages and one Z Suite. All the rooms are lavishly appointed and decked with furniture crafted from locally sourced coconut wood. Wide decks, huge views and plenty of graceful seating areas to make the most of the views and vibe below on the bar and restaurant decks.  

Standard amenities in each en-suite room comprise air conditioning, TV and floor-to-ceiling glass doors, some that lead onto a private terrace. For discerning guests in search of something classier with more oomph, Z Suite with its 2 terraces and al fresco Jacuzzi is a definite winner.  

This superb boutique hotel in Zanzibar offers the Saruche Restaurant with its 4-course seafood and African-European fusion cuisine. For something more casual, head to the Cinnamon Cocktail Bar for a selection of tapas and innovative cocktails. The Z Café offers fresh ready-to-go snacks, coffee, and homemade ice cream. Gather for unbelievable sunsets at Rooftops, the Z Hotel’s winning open-air bar with the best views and atmosphere in town.   

For a more relaxing and re-energizing experience, head on down to the mini spa for some pampering with a choice of massages, facials, manicures and pedicures. This Zanzibar boutique hotel has plenty of relaxing areas with sun loungers speckled around the rim flow swimming pool and along the beach. 

Your north coast accommodation also has a well-stocked curio shop and tour office that can organize activities for guests during their stay. There is also an on-site dive centre for those who enjoy scuba diving, sunset cruises and deep-sea fishing.

Activities

  • Deep sea fishing
  • Horse riding 
  • Cultural tours
  • Local village tours
  • Sunset cruises
  • Motorised water activities
  • Scuba diving & snorkelling

Included

  • Accommodation 
  • Breakfast

Facilities

  • 34 Deluxe rooms & 3 Rooftop suites
  • Air conditioning, housekeeping, a minibar, cable/satellite TV, a safe, a hairdryer, and docking stations.
  • Mnazi mini spa
  • Dive centre
  • Azizi boutique
  • Rooftop bar with ocean views
  • Infinity pool

Highlights

  • Small beach hotel in a vibey area where trendy bars and restaurants add a party vibe to the end of a busy outdoor day.
  • Spacious balconies, most with uninterrupted sea views and lush garden outlooks.
  • Approximately 60km or 1 hour from Stone Town where cultural tours are available.
  • Fully equipped dive centre on-site and a chance to explore the famous Mnemba Atoll and deep sea fishing grounds close by.


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