
The Residence Zanzibar
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Overview
The Residence Zanzibar is located on a long stretch of white sand on the beach and about an hour drive from Zanzibar City. Snorkeling, dolphin safaris, and the Jozani Forest Reserve are close by with Kizimkazi a 20-minute drive from the hotel. This non-smoking hotel 21 miles from Kisauni Airport and 36 miles from Dar Es Salaam International Airport. It offers 66 well-appointed guestrooms in a tropical location.
All of the rooms and suites at this hotel include luxury welcome amenities, air conditioning, overhead fans, and 40-inch LCD satellite televisions. Complimentary high-speed wireless Internet is provided along with a minibar, coffee maker, and free bottled water. The hotel offers turndown service and daily housekeeping service. Mosquito nets, a hairdryer, bath amenities, a private safe, bathrobes, and slippers are also available. Guests can also enjoy 24-hour a day in-villa dining and use of hotel bicycles. Room options include unique one and two-bedroom villas with luxurious furnishings.
There are several dining options available at the Residence Zanzibar. The Dining Room offers international dishes with a touch of exotic flair added. Guests who prefer Arabic, Indian, and Mediterranean dishes can visit the Pavilion for a fine dining experience. The hotel also offers beach and poolside dining, private dining, and a dining room bar for guests.
This hotel features a spa with six treatment areas along with a steam room, whirlpool, and sauna among tropical gardens. There are treatment options to relax and rejuvenate guests from head to toe. Spa therapists are available to meet all guests’ needs.
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Amenities at The Residence Zanzibar
- Private beach
- Snorkeling
- Outdoor pool
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Room service
- Free Wi-Fi
- Tea/coffee maker
Things to do
- Gift shop
- Eco tourism
- Bicycle rental
- Fishing
- Board games/puzzles
- Game room
- Canoeing
- Cycling
- Darts
- Scuba diving
- Diving
- Snorkeling
- Evening entertainment
- Cooking classes
- Beauty salon
- Table tennis
- Pool table
- Water sport facilities (on site)
Services and conveniences
- Business centre
- Car rental
- Wake-up service
- Concierge service
- Currency exchange on-site
- Hammam (Turkish bath)
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Room service
- Tour desk
- Express check-out
- Private check-in/check-out
- 24hr front desk
- Safety deposit box
Basics
- Internet
- Fan
- Fire extinguisher
- Free toiletries
- Smoke alarms
- Air-conditioned
- Free Wi-Fi
- Linens
- Towels
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Trash cans
- Conditioner
Dining
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
- Minibar
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Tea/coffee maker
- Coffee machine
Pool and spa
- Spa
- Hot tub
- Outdoor pool
- Pool with a view
- Private pool
- Spa and wellness centre
- Massage
- Pool bar
- Sauna
Bathroom
- Hairdryer
- Private bathroom
- Shower
- Shower cap
- Bathtub
- Spa bath
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Toothbrush
General
- Family rooms
- Garden view
- Storage available
- Fireplace
- Sea view
- Seating area
- Slippers
- Sofa
Family friendly
- Babysitting or child care
- Cribs available
- Kids meals
- Indoor play area
- Kids' club
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Complimentary breakfast
- Playground
Media and entertainment
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable or satellite TV
- Shared lounge/TV area
- CD player
- TV
Outdoor
- Private beach
- Garden
- Terrace/Patio
- Beach towels
- Balcony
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Ironing service
- Laundry service
- Pants press
Bedroom
- Socket near the bed
- Alarm clock
- Clothes rack
- Wardrobe or closet
Parking and transportation
- Airport shuttle (surcharge)
- Free parking
- Private parking
Accessibility and suitability
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking rooms available
- Disabled Access
Fitness
- Aerobics
- Fitness centre
- Tennis
Workspace
- Fax/photocopying
- Desk
Health and safety
- Daily housekeeping
- Safe
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Location
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- Kizimkazi Beach3.7 km
Policies
Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM |
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Cancellation/prepayment | Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider. |
Essential information about The Residence Zanzibar
Low season | August |
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High season | July |
Average price (weeknight) | C$ 901 |
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Value for money | 8.2 |
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Distance to downtown | 5.1 km |
Nearest Airport | Zanzibar Intl |
Distance to airport | 32.2 km |