AHG Sun Bay Mlilile Beach Hotel ★★★★

>Nestled amongst lush green gardens, you’ll find everything at the hotel has been carefully considered – your room is superbly comfortable, well-equipped with air-conditioning and your private balcony with vistas over the pool – which is just calling for you to come and relax with a good book or simply doze in the African sun’s warmth.

Famed for being one of the Spice Islands, expect delicious cuisine at the Ndizi, the hotel's restaurant. Serving up a tasty array of local, Swahili, and Mediterranean cuisine, all made with local produce, including those renowned Zanzibar spices. Also, expect fantastic fresh local fish caught by the Matemwe fishermen themselves.

Make the most of the hotel's sweeping stretch of powder-soft white sands on the private beach with its pretty thatched parasols and loungers - the Sand Bar is on hand to serve up fresh drinks whenever you need them. With a massage corner offering a range of treatments all you need to do is fully embrace the pampering and chilled-out vibes.

There is plenty to do if you feel more adventurous though. The hotel offers a free bicycle rental service – so why not enjoy the freedom of jumping on a bike and heading off to explore. Trying some water-based activities like snorkelling and scuba diving are a must especially being so close to Mnemba Atoll. Or, if you want to get your adrenaline pumping, then try your hand at kitesurfing which is really popular here.

For excursions further afield Stone Town is a must, just 60 minutes’ drive from Matemwe it makes for a fantastic day trip - meander the winding streets of the historic town and soak in the vibrant markets. This is a holiday to elicit pure bliss in one of the most exclusive areas on the island.