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The Residence Zanzibar ★★★★★

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The Residence Zanzibar ★★★★★ - An intimate and private resort by the Indian Ocean. - Zanzibar, Tanzania
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  • Half board included
  • A complimentary 35-minute massage included
  • VeryFlexible: cancel with a refund, book in complete safety!
Our price includes:
  • Accommodation in a Luxury Villa with garden view and private pool, Luxury Villa with ocean view and private pool or in a Prestige Villa with ocean view and private pool
  • Half board included (includes breakfasts and dinners - drinks excluded)
  • A complimentary 35 minutes massage per peson and per stay
  • 1 sunset cocktail at jetty offered per stay
  • A 25% discount on spa services
  • VeryFlexible: cancellation with refund available up to 7 days before arrival, to the same card used when booking (booking fee is retained, additional processing fee of €50 retained for bookings exeeding €500, and any insurance contracted is non-refundable)
Our price does not include:
  • Meals & drinks not mentioned in the offer
  • Local tourist taxes of 5 USD (about €4,60) per person and per night (to be paid directly to the hotel)
  • Transport & transfers
  • Optional supplementary insurance (unless selected at the time of booking)
  • Administrative travel costs (visa etc.) for destination and/or transit countries
  • Processing fee in the event of cancellation
  • Anything not mentioned in "Our price includes"
+- Price details
  • The idyllic setting. The resort is on Zanzibar’s south coast, under the pretty coconut trees of Kizimkazi Beach. The Indian Ocean is quite literally on the doorstep.
  • The large spa, which sits in two hectares of tranquil tropical gardens, offering six treatment pavilions, a well-equipped relaxation area, and stocked with all-natural products and treatments.
  • The Dining Room, where familiar Western cuisine is given a new zest by the flavours and tastes of the legendary Spice Island.
  • The water sports and activities available, including everything from snorkelling, to pedal boats to kayaks.
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Book in complete safety

Cancel with a refund, without need for justification, up to 7 days before arrival.*
*Booking fee is retained as a cancellation service charge, an additional €50 service charge is …

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Book in complete safety

Book in complete safety

Cancel with a refund, without need for justification, up to 7 days before arrival.*
*Booking fee is retained as a cancellation service charge, an additional €50 service charge is retained for …

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The Residence Zanzibar ★★★★★

An intimate and private resort by the Indian Ocean.

By Rebecca Moore, VeryChic correspondent
For centuries, Zanzibar was a gateway for travellers across the globe, with trading from Africa, Europe, India, and Asia taking place there. Looking at the pristine, mile-long, white sand beach and clear sapphire ocean, it’s immediately clear to any visitor the appeal of the Spice Island to these travellers. The Residence Zanzibar, a lavish yet effortless villa resort, embodies this fusion of cultures, giving visitors the finest hospitality available set in the enchanting Tanzanian climate.

Luxury Villa with garden view and private pool

Maximum occupancy: 2 adults, 1 child and 1 baby / 2 adults and 2 children / 3 adults and 1 baby

Luxury Villa with garden view and private pool
Luxury Villa with garden view and private pool
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    Surface area: 155 m²
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    Bed types: 1 large double bed or twin beds and 1 sofa-bed
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    Bathroom with: bath, toilet, hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries
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    Villa with: outdoor terrace with garden view, a private pool, outdoor shower, TV with satellite channels, minibar, telephone, mosquito net, safe, tea & coffee facilities, air conditioning, fan, outdoor furniture

Luxury Villa with ocean view and private pool

Maximum occupancy: 2 adults and 2 children / 3 adults and 1 baby

Luxury Villa with ocean view and private pool
Luxury Villa with ocean view and private pool
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    Surface area: 155 m²
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    Bed types: 1 King Size canopy bed and 1 sofa-bed
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    Bathroom with: shower and bath, toilet, hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries
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    Villa with: furnished terrace with a private pool, ocean view, outdoor shower, TV with satellite channels, iPod docking station, minibar, telephone, sofa, mosquito net, safe, Nespresso coffee machine, air conditioning, ceiling fan, outdoor furniture

Prestige Villa with ocean view and private pool

Maximum occupancy: 2 adults and 2 children / 3 adults and 1 baby

Prestige Villa with ocean view and private pool
Prestige Villa with ocean view and private pool
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    Surface area: 194 m²
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    Bed types: 1 King Size canopy bed and 1 sofa-bed
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    Bathroom with: shower and bath, toilet, hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries
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    Villa with: furnished terrace with sea view and a private pool, outdoor shower, TV with satellite channels, iPod dock, minibar, telephone, sofa, mosquito net, safe, Nespresso coffee machine, air conditioning, ceiling fan, outdoor furniture


  • 24-hour reception
    Check in from 2pm & check out by midday
  • 66 villas (non-smoking)
  • Wi-Fi available for free in the villas and common areas of the hotel
  • 3 restaurants (open from 7am-10pm):
    • The Dining Room
    • The Pavillion
    • The Pool Bar
    Main restaurant closed from 15/04/24 to 09/05/24 for work
    Menus adapted for special dietary requirements are available upon request and with confirmation from the hotel
  • - Full board available as an option upon booking VeryChic at €41 per adult per night and €20 per child, per night (includes breakfasts, lunches and dinners - excluding drinks)
    • All Inclusive option available upon booking VeryChic at €99 per adult and child and €49 per child and night Includes breakfasts, lunches & dinners - drinks included: unlimited cocktails & mocktails, branded drinks, fruit juices, soft drinks, mineral water, tea & coffee selection, spirits & beers, wine selection from around the world.
    Find out more about the All Inclusive formula here
    Premium All Inclusive available as an option upon booking VeryChic at €145 per adult and child and €72 per child per night Includes breakfasts, lunches & dinners - drinks included: unlimited cocktails & mocktails, branded drinks, fruit juices, soft drinks, mineral water, tea & coffee selection, spirits & beers, wine selection from around the world.
    Find out more about the Premium All Inclsuive formula here
  • Outdoor pool (towels available)
    Closed for work from 15/04/24 to 09/05/24
  • Spa (open daily from 9am-8pm):
    Hot tub, sauna, hammam, indoor pool - for a surcharge
    6 treatment pavilions located in a tropical garden
    Access reserved for persons over 12 years of age
    Spa menu available from the hotel reception
  • Hotel located on the beach
  • Gym - for a surcharge (open daily from 7am-8pm)
  • Kids Club for ages 3-12 (open daily from 7:30am-7:30pm)
    Babysitting available for a surcharge
  • Activities: tennis, pedal boat, kayak, snorkeling, hobie cat
    For a surcharge: sunset cruises, kite surfing, wholesale fishing, safaris, dolphins and diving
  • Transfer available from/to Zanzibar Airport on request and with confirmaion from the hotel - for a surcharge
  • The establishment provides disabled and limited mobility access
  • Pets are not permitted in the establishment
  • The traditional village of Muyuni. See a different way of life, in a quieter and tourist-free area, where local people can teach you about Tanzanian customs like Makuti plating and basket weaving.
  • Going on a Spice Tour and learning exactly why Zanzibar deserves its reputation as the spice island! It’s also a brilliant opportunity to find some authentic keepsakes and mementoes to take home the flavour of your holiday.
  • Visiting Menai Bay Conservation Area and seeing two different species of dolphin swimming in their natural habitat.
  • Visiting Zanzibar’s historic capital city, Stone Town. The ancient streets are full of local colour and interest, but visit the House of Wonders in the centre for an overview of Zanzibar’s long and vibrant history.

The Residence Zanzibar ★★★★★

Mchamgamle, Kizimkazi

Zanzibar

Tanzania

The Residence Zanzibar ***** is located on the east coast of Zanzibar, facing the Tanzanian coast. The archipelago of Zanzibar is in the Indian Ocean and forms part of Tanzania.

BY PLANE

  • Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) sits about 5km / 3.1mi south of Zanzibar City, and about 57km / 35mi / 1 hour and 16 minutes' drive from the hotel.

    The airport welcomes some direct flights from Europe. Otherwise, fly indirect via one of those, or for example, via Tanzania's capital, Dar es Salaam, or Nairobi in Kenya.

ADMINISTRATIVE FORMALITIES

  • Visa requirements:
    Citizens from most countries required a visa for entry into Tanzania. Citizens from the UK and countries in the EU may obtain single entry tourist or business visa upon arrival at the airport in Tanzania, however, it is recommended to obtain one in advance from your nearest Tanzanian Embassy. The following are required:

    • a passport valid for at least 6 months after the entry date
    • a completed visa application form and payment of the visa fee
    • 2 passport size photographs (if applying in advance via an embassy)

    Vaccination recommendations / requirements:
    Most travellers are recommended to be vaccinated against Hepatitis A, Tetanus and Typhoid before travel to Tanzania. And, although not listed as a Yellow Fever endemic country, Zanzibar immigration officials may ask to see a Yellow Fever vaccination or exemption certificate upon arrival from the mainland.

TRANSFERS

  • Transfer available from/to Zanzibar Airport on request and with confirmaion from the hotel - for a surcharge

  • Covid-19 health & travel rules for Tanzania:
    As of February 2023, most Covid-19 restrictions/requirements have been lifted in Tanzania, however, we recommend looking up the most up-to-date information prior to travel. Be sure also to check your own government's travel advice for Tanzania, and for your return journey.
  • 4 nights minimum stay
  • For all departures in 50 days or more, the remaining balance will be automatically debited 45 days prior to departure
  • Local tourist taxes of 5 USD (around €4.60) per person, per night to be paid on site
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Book online or call us +442033265476

From Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and on Saturdays, Sundays and French bank holidays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Local call charges may apply.
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