The Residence Zanzibar

The resort’s 66 luxuriously appointed villas fuse contemporary style with the elegance of the island’s African, Omani and European heritage. Set within 32 hectares of tropical gardens, the villas offer the perfect combination of spaciousness and privacy. Relaxing comes easy on the lounge deck outside, furnished with wicker chairs and daybeds, overlooking a 1.2-metre-deep private swimming pool and soothing garden, beach or ocean views. If you feel like exploring the beautiful gardens and local surroundings, stroll at your leisure or hop on the bicycles that are provided with each of  Zanzibar luxury villas.

Dining

Fragrance and flavour combine to create an exciting gastronomic journey at  two restaurants or in the intimacy of your villa. The Dining Room offers international dishes peppered with a hint of Zanzibar “spice”, while Indian, Arabic and Mediterranean influences are at play in The Pavilion Restaurant in an atmospheric dining experience that extends beyond the plate.

Immerse in the authentic tastes of the earth on a delicious journey into sustainability whilst indulging in sustainable nature-inspired cuisine, lovingly prepared by  talented chefs. The Earth Basket farm-to-table dining experience celebrates/incorporates handpicked daily harvests of farm fresh local produce grown on-site at the resort’s kitchen farms.

Spa & Wellness

Pampering pleasures abound in The Spa, the hotel's star attraction featuring six spacious treatment pavilions, a relaxation area with a whirlpool, sauna and steam room, nestled amongst two hectares of tropical gardens. Woven seamlessly into the natural landscape, this sanctuary of well-being leads you blissfully along the path to rejuvenating mind, body and soul.

The bespoke treatments harness the natural benefits of local plants and spices to bring powerful healing benefits for wellbeing. Allow our highly experienced spa therapists to nurture you from top to toe with a range of therapeutic and luxurious beauty treatments tailored for total relaxation and pure indulgence. The ultimate Zanzibar spa experience!

Events & Meetings

Immersed in the tranquility and beauty of nature, The Residence Zanzibar provides the most astounding backdrop for life’s most memorable and important occasions, whether the exchange of wedding vows or a glittering VIP event.

The resort also provides an ideal venue for meetings and executive retreats, offering elegant, well-equipped spaces for discussions, seminars and conferences, elevated to the next level by the professional expertise of our events team, and exceptional catering options crafted by our talented chefs.