Overview

The Residence Zanzibar incorporates various influences of the island’s history to create a unique ambiance where guests are indulged in an elegant and sophisticated yet casual atmosphere. The Swahili, Omani, English and Indian influences will ensure a delightful journey of unsurpassed service, gastronomy and thorough well being.

Located just 55 minutes from the airport and the capital Stone Town, The Residence Zanzibar lies on a mile-long powdery white sand beach, flanked by coconut palm trees and the warm waters of the Indian Ocean. This luxurious all-villa resort is the only member of The Leading Hotels of the World in Tanzania.

34 Luxury Garden Pool Villas - One bedroom

99 m2 (155 m2 with deck & pool)

Set in the lush gardens surrounded by tall coconut palm trees, these beautifully appointed villas feature a large living room leading onto a private deck with table and chairs, one day-bed, a couple of sun loungers with parasol and a private pool.

The bedroom has a central, canopied king-size bed, with French doors leading onto the deck and pool, with views over the gardens. The spacious bathroom features separate toilet, double basins, stand-alone bath and separate shower cabin. It leads onto a small secluded private garden with an outdoor shower. They can accommodate up to 3 adults and a child or 2 adults and 2 children.

13 Luxury Ocean Front Pool Villas - One bedroom

99 m2 (155 m2 with deck & pool)

These villas have the same layout as the Luxury Garden Pool Villas, and give directly onto the beach and the Indian Ocean beyond. They can accommodate up to 3 adults and a child or 2 adults and 2 children.

11 Prestige Ocean Front Pool Villas - One bedroom

97 m2 (194 m2 with deck & pool)

Set directly on the ocean’s edge, these wonderful one-bedroom villas offer breath-taking views of the ocean from every room. The living room and bedroom both have French doors leading onto the deck and pool area, but perhaps some of the best views are appreciated from the freestanding bath, which offers an uninterrupted seascape panorama.

The spacious bathroom features separate toilet, double basins and a shower cabin. It leads onto a small secluded private garden with an outdoor shower. They can accommodate up to 3 adults and a child or 2 adults and 2 children.

5 Frangipani Garden Pool Villas - two bedrooms

153 m2 (234 m2 with deck & pool)

Set in the gardens, these two-bedroom villas offer space for a family or two couples travelling together. The central living area and master suite are per the Luxury Pool Villa. The additional bedroom features either twin or king size beds overlooking the gardens with French doors leading onto the deck and pool area. The en-suite bathroom features a separate toilet, a bath, shower cabin and a single basin. They can accommodate up to 4 adults and 2 children.

2 Frangipani Ocean Front Pool Villas - two bedrooms

153 m2 (234 m2 with deck & pool)

As with the Frangipani Garden Pool Villas, these two very special villas offer two-bedrooms, with the additional benefit of proximity and glorious views of the beach and ocean. They can accommodate up to 4 adults and 2 children.

1 Presidential Villa - Two bedrooms

284m2 (468 m2 with deck & pool)

For the ultimate villa experience, the Presidential Villa offers magnificent accommodation, overlooking the beach and ocean, while enjoying wonderful views of the magical Zanzibari sunset.

The oversized living room features a spacious dining room in addition to the lounge area, and leads onto a vast deck, complete with day-beds, parasols and the focal point, a 35m2 plunge pool. Both the large master suite and smaller junior suite feature en-suite bathroom, with stunning views of the azure waters of Zanzibar and an outdoor shower