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1. Treetop by Eight Continents, Zanzibar

Treetop by Eight Continents, Zanzibar
Unguja Ukuu
United States
Patrick
P6,615
P8,233 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Treetop by Eight Continents, Zanzibar

2. Ecokayak Beach Lodge

Ecokayak Beach Lodge
Unguja Ukuu
P2,502
P2,877 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Ecokayak Beach Lodge

3. Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar

Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar
Kizimkazi
United Kingdom
Nick
P6,945
P8,682 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar

4. Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport
Zanzibar Town
United States
Fleur
P10,768
P13,197 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

5. The Residence Zanzibar

The Residence Zanzibar
Kizimkazi
United States
Timothy
P32,219
P37,999 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
The Residence Zanzibar

6. Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa - Dry Hotel

Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa - Dry Hotel
Zanzibar Town
United Kingdom
Ashraful
P12,237
P14,698 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa - Dry Hotel

7. CZR Celebrate Zanzibar Rhythm

CZR Celebrate Zanzibar Rhythm
Jambiani
United Kingdom
Rhiannon
P5,241
P6,579 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
CZR Celebrate Zanzibar Rhythm

8. Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel

Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
Zanzibar Town
United States
Murtaza
P13,896
P16,606 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel

9. Soul Paje Managed by TOC

Soul Paje Managed by TOC
Paje
Canada
Natalia
P5,380
P6,866 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Soul Paje Managed by TOC

10. Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows

Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows
Jambiani
United Kingdom
Richard
P3,397
P4,230 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows

11. Protels La Plage

Protels La Plage
Bwejuu
Sweden
Mattias
P5,629
P7,099 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Protels La Plage

12. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel
Stone Town
Canada
Grazyna
P5,406
P6,843 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Mizingani Seafront Hotel

13. Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel
Stone Town
United Kingdom
Susannah
P7,341
P9,068 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Tembo House Hotel

14. Tunu Beach Zanzibar

Tunu Beach Zanzibar
Kizimkazi
France
Sonia
P6,079
P7,552 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Tunu Beach Zanzibar

15. Alma Boutique Hotel

Alma Boutique Hotel
Jambiani
United Kingdom
Daljit
P18,451
P22,029 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Alma Boutique Hotel

16. Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa

Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa
Paje
United States
Mohsen
P50,883
P59,650 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa

17. Baraza Resort & Spa Zanzibar

Baraza Resort & Spa Zanzibar
Dongwe
United States
Russell
P80,991
P94,571 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Baraza Resort & Spa Zanzibar

18. Dhow Palace Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel
Stone Town
United Kingdom
Joseph
P4,029
P5,259 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Dhow Palace Hotel

19. Aluna Paje

Aluna Paje
Paje
United States
Asantewaah Jennifer Caroline Owusu
P4,015
P5,283 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Aluna Paje

20. S&S Hotel

S&S Hotel
Jambiani
United States
Abigail
P4,018
P5,161 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
S&S Hotel
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Menai Bay Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Menai Bay Beach during your trip to Unguja Ukuu?
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Top Unguja Ukuu Hotel Reviews

Spice Palace Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"I would highly recommend this hotel in Stone Town. It is a wonderful place to stay with very friendly staff and functional facilities. The breakfast is also decent too! Oh and the proximity to the ferry and most places. Nice gem."
Adeyemi 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Spice Palace Hotel
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

8/10 Good
"The sea view is very nice. The hotel breakfast is also very tasty and their alacarte menu for dinner etc is also very tasty. The reception staff and housekeeping staff are very nice and very very helpful. They really try their best. I loved the hotel, only problem is that there was no alcohol available but otherwise its a very nice hotel. However, please note its not possible to enter the beach as its made of stones and water is very shallow."
Ugur 4-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent
"This property is a the most beautiful relaxing place to escape from the stresses of everyday life! Everything is perfect, the location, food, atmosphere, but mostly the endearing and helpful staff!"
Mary 4-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"An excellent place to stay. Clean and comfortable with three swimming pools and a game room that had ping pong and foosball. Unfortunately, there can be some noise from a nearby hotel with live music, but it doesn't seem to last very late. The timbo hotel itself was quiet. The buffet breakfast was excellent with many choices for vegetarian and vegan guests including soy milk."
Don 2-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Tembo House Hotel
Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel

8/10 Good
"The location was ideal for wandering through Stone Town. The staff were friendly. The view from open patio dining area on the roof top was amazing. You must take advantage of wandering the many alley ways and shops. Lots to see in the area."
Anne 2-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Maru Maru Hotel
The Residence Zanzibar

The Residence Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent
"I really, appreciate the care and attention the staff gave us."
Timothy 10-night trip
Posted 13 days ago
The Residence Zanzibar
JAZ Elite Aurora

JAZ Elite Aurora

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel is very big yet beautiful. The rooms are spacious and we were pleased to find a hairdryer in the bathroom. Evening entertainment was great but also easily avoided if required. We also enjoyed the selection of pools and meals on offer! Would highly recommend this hotel."
Susannah 7-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
JAZ Elite Aurora
Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The Mizangani Seafront Hotel was an amazing, atmospheric bit of old Zanzibar looking out on the Stone Town harbor, and across from the Dar es Salaam ferry landing. They served a wonderful breakfast on the veranda. The reception and breakfast staff were very helpful and gave us a warm welcome. Our room was spacious and filled with beautiful Zanzibari details."
Eric 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Mizingani Seafront Hotel
Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

8/10 Good
"Rooms were clean but had misty smell and little small rooms"
Gita 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Zanzibar Serena Hotel

More cheap stays in Unguja Ukuu

Horizon Palace

Horizon Palace

Baghani St Zanzibar Town Mjini Magharibi Region
P3,671
P4,721 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
includes taxes & fees
Horizon Palace
Demani Lodge

Demani Lodge

Jambiani Road Paje Zanzibar
P3,681
P4,770 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
includes taxes & fees
9.6/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
Demani Lodge
Habari House

Habari House

102 Shangani St., Zanzibar Town Zanzibar
P5,167
P6,436 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews)
Habari House
Blackstone Beach Resort

Blackstone Beach Resort

Uroa Main Road Uroa Regione di Zanzibar Centro-Sud
P5,530
P6,915 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
includes taxes & fees
Blackstone Beach Resort
Blue Ocean Resort & Residences

Blue Ocean Resort & Residences

1168 Fumba Mjini Magharibi Region
P5,976
P7,433 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (6 reviews)
Blue Ocean Resort & Residences
Be Zanzibar

Be Zanzibar

Sesame Street Jambiani Funmbi
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Find out more about Unguja Ukuu

Top reasons to visit Unguja Ukuu

  • Stunning Beaches: Unguja Ukuu boasts pristine beaches with azure waters and golden sands, perfect for relaxation.
  • Cultural Exploration: Engage with the warm locals and immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Zanzibar.
  • Scenic Boat Trips: Experience breathtaking views of the coastline on delightful boat excursions.
  • Outdoor Adventures: Enjoy various activities such as hiking through enchanting forests and exploring archaeological sites.
  • Charming Accommodations: Choose from a range of guesthouses and hotels tailored to suit every traveller's needs.

Find great hotels near Unguja Ukuu

Explore an array of delightful accommodations in Unguja Ukuu, where you can choose from charming guesthouses to inviting hotels. This scenic region is perfect for travellers seeking a beach getaway, adventure, or a relaxing spa experience. With options available in Fumba and beyond, you'll find the ideal lodging to suit your needs. Be sure to check hotel reviews to ensure a memorable stay in this beautiful part of Tanzania.

  • The Residence Zanzibar: This luxurious 5-star retreat is ideal for families seeking a beachside escape, located 13km from Unguja Ukuu. The Residence Zanzibar boasts direct beach access and features a range of amenities tailored for children, including ping pong tables and a complimentary kids' club. Families can relax knowing that babysitting services are available for an additional fee, allowing parents some well-deserved time to unwind. With its elegant design and focus on family-friendly experiences, this hotel offers a memorable vacation with a touch of sophistication.
  • Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar: Another exquisite 5-star option located 13km from Unguja Ukuu, this resort is perfect for couples seeking a romantic getaway. Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort features stunning views from its restaurants, offering pool, ocean, and garden vistas. Guests can indulge in romance packages and enjoy unique dining experiences with limited-hours room service and champagne service. For those looking to relax, the resort provides a full-service spa that includes couples treatment rooms and various wellness therapies, ensuring a serene and intimate atmosphere for romantic escapes.
  • Antonio Beach Hotel and Spa: Situated 19km from Unguja Ukuu, this 3-star hotel is tailored for adventurous travellers looking to explore the vibrant surroundings. Antonio Beach Hotel and Spa offers direct access to the beach and a variety of adventure sports, including fishing, hiking, and snorkelling nearby. Guests can unwind at the onsite spa, which provides an array of treatments and outdoor treatment rooms, making it an excellent choice for those seeking relaxation after a day of exploration. This hotel combines adventure with comfort for a fulfilling beach holiday.

Where to stay near Unguja Ukuu

Unguja Ukuu offers a delightful blend of beach relaxation and cultural immersion. Explore the stunning landscapes of Unguja Island, where azure waters meet golden sands. Engage with the warm local people and discover the rich traditions of Zanzibar Island. For a romantic getaway or budget-friendly excursions, the secluded atmosphere of this charming region makes it an ideal destination for travellers seeking both tranquility and adventure.

  • Zanzibar: Situated a mere 16km from Unguja Ukuu, Zanzibar is a vibrant destination that attracts travellers year-round. The peak seasons from December to February offer an array of beach-related activities and family-friendly experiences. Visitors can indulge in thrilling water sports or relax at high-end resorts. The region boasts beautiful beaches and stunning islands that are perfect for sunbathing and swimming. A visit to Zanzibar promises a delightful blend of outdoor adventures and cultural exploration, making it a must-see during your trip.
  • Paje: Located 18km away from Unguja Ukuu, Paje is renowned for its breathtaking beaches and adventure-filled atmosphere. With the highest number of visitors from January to February and September, this city is a haven for those seeking outdoor activities and water sports. Paje's public market provides a glimpse into local life, allowing you to savour authentic Tanzanian cuisine and shop for unique handicrafts. The stunning coastline and the vibrant community make Paje an exhilarating stop on your travel itinerary.
  • Jozani: Just 8km from Unguja Ukuu, Jozani is a charming destination that offers a serene escape into nature. Its visitor numbers peak from December to February, making it an ideal time to explore its lush landscapes and diverse wildlife. Jozani is home to the Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park, where you can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking and birdwatching. The tranquil beaches and scenic parks provide a perfect backdrop for family outings and peaceful retreats. Jozani is a hidden gem worth discovering during your travels.

Things to do in Unguja Ukuu

Shopping

For local crafts and unique souvenirs, visit the Unguja Ukuu market, where vibrant stalls offer handmade goods. If you're up for a drive, explore the larger shops at Stone Town, about 24km away, featuring a diverse range of traditional Tanzanian art and textiles.

Recreation

Explore the serene Mrembo Spa, where traditional treatments and natural ingredients combine for rejuvenation. Participate in yoga sessions on the beach at the Unguja Ukuu Wellness Centre, embracing the calming sounds of the ocean while connecting with your inner self.

Adventure

Explore the stunning beaches of Unguja Ukuu, where white sands meet crystal-clear waters, ideal for snorkelling and swimming. For an exhilarating experience, venture into the nearby mangroves, where kayaking through the serene waterways offers a unique perspective of the local wildlife and vibrant ecosystems.

Nightlife

Experience the vibrant nightlife in Unguja Ukuu with a visit to the local beachside bars, where you can sip on tropical cocktails while enjoying live music. Alternatively, explore the nearby restaurants serving fresh seafood, offering a taste of the region's culinary delights under the stars.

*Distances are measured in a straight line; actual driving distances may vary depending on the route.

Find the best attractions near Unguja Ukuu

Unguja Ukuu offers a delightful blend of beach and cultural experiences, making it an ideal vacation spot. Visitors can explore stunning beaches, enchanting forests, and captivating water features. For those seeking adventure, outdoor activities abound, while cultural enthusiasts can discover archaeological sites and the vibrant Zanzibar City nearby. This destination promises a variety of tourist attractions that cater to all types of travellers, ensuring an unforgettable experience.

  • Maalum Cave Pool: A hidden gem, Maalum Cave Pool offers a tranquil escape with its crystal-clear waters surrounded by dramatic rock formations. The serene atmosphere invites you to unwind and enjoy a refreshing swim in a unique natural setting.
  • Swahili Cave: This enchanting cave features unique geological formations and a fascinating history. Explore its depths and discover the calm waters within, providing a captivating experience for those who appreciate nature's artistry.
  • Jambiani Beach: Renowned for its stunning shoreline and laid-back vibes, Jambiani Beach is ideal for sunbathing, swimming, and enjoying the local culture. The picturesque views and inviting atmosphere create a delightful beach retreat.

The nearest major airports for your trip to Unguja Ukuu

Accessing Unguja Ukuu is convenient via two major airports. Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) is approximately 21km away, with excellent hotel options like the 5-star Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel, just 2km from the airport, offering various transport services including a free airport shuttle. Both Zanzibar Serena Hotel and Park Hyatt Zanzibar, located 8km away, also provide shuttle services. Alternatively, DAR es Salaam Airport (DAR) is around 64km from Unguja Ukuu, with top hotels like Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel and Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, each 11km from the airport, offering 24-hour shuttle services. For a more remote option, Pemba Island Airport (PMA) is 127km away.

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Unguja Ukuu?
Treetop by Eight Continents, Zanzibar is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Two other options for your stay in the area are Tembo House Hotel and Spice Palace Hotel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Unguja Ukuu.
What are some of the best vacation home rentals that Unguja Ukuu has to offer?
Fumba Town Private Residences: Visitors like this Unguja Ukuu vacation home rental. It has daily housekeeping and WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, a microwave, and kitchenware. See all vacation rentals in Unguja Ukuu.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Unguja Ukuu, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Unguja Ukuu.
What's the best accommodation for a beach vacation in Unguja Ukuu?
Unguja Ukuu Kaepwani is a top beachfront hotel offering free breakfast and free WiFi, located within a short 1-minute walk of Menai Bay Beach. See more stays near the beach in Unguja Ukuu.
What's the best luxury hotel in Unguja Ukuu?
Treetop by Eight Continents, Zanzibar is a luxury hotel with spa services and a terrace, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travelers looking for an elegant place to stay. Find more luxury hotels in Unguja Ukuu.
What are some accommodations with pools in Unguja Ukuu?
Treetop by Eight Continents, Zanzibar: Features a children's pool, an outdoor pool, and a steam room. Tembo House Hotel and Spice Palace Hotel are two additional hotels that offer an onsite pool. View all hotels with pools in Unguja Ukuu.
What is staying in Unguja Ukuu like?
Visitors are sure to enjoy all that Unguja Ukuu has to offer. In Unguja Ukuu, there are 5 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Unguja Ukuu.
What are the top places to visit in Unguja Ukuu?
A favorite place to visit is Menai Bay Beach. You'll also find Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park and Kite Centre Zanzibar in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Unguja Ukuu guide.
What's the weather like in Unguja Ukuu?
The hottest months are usually March and February with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are August and July with an average of 77°F. The rainiest months in Unguja Ukuu are April, May, March, and November, with each month seeing an average of 8 inches of rainfall.