“A real quality place to rest and enjoy life in a most natural ambience.”
LikedThe facilities, location and reception was very excellent.
DislikedThe restaurant needs to improve on menu. We ate out most times
★★★★ · Kiwengwa
Zanziblue Waves Beach Resort
Kiwengwa, Kiwengwa, Tanzania · #7 of 10 by guest score in Zanzibar
9.4Wonderful536 reviews
From $171a night · lowest rate found Oct 2026
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Zanziblue Waves Beach Resort guest ratings
Guest category scores, compared with the average across the 10 Zanzibar hotels on this site.
| Rating category | Zanziblue Waves Beach Resort | Zanzibar average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Location | 8.5 | 9.3 | -0.8 |
| Cleanliness | 9.6 | 9.7 | -0.1 |
| Value for money | 9.2 | 9 | +0.2 |
| Facilities | 9.5 | 9.6 | -0.1 |
| Comfort | 9.6 | 9.7 | -0.1 |
| Staff | 9.7 | 9.7 | 0 |
| Free WiFi | 8 | 8.8 | -0.8 |
Zanziblue Waves Beach Resort reviews
LikedLoved this resort - the staff, space, facilities, food, service… everything was really great!
“Nothing short of perfect”
LikedEverything and everyone were exceptional!! I don’t remember everyone’s name but HAZEL WAS AMAZING and we felt really taken care of, we were honeymooners so they upgraded our room and gave us the most amazing in bed complimentary breakfast
DislikedObviously the fact that you can’t swim all day, which they make you aware of before you come obviously but there is a lot of tours that you can do with them and enjoy a swim during the high tide and the pool all day, but I mean if you’re looking for all day ocean swim then definitely not your place
“Amazing property”
LikedThe service was outstanding. It’s close to a 5 star property. Every single person I interacted with was incredible. The facilities are new, clean. The spa view is stunning and the food was delicious! Amazing place to stay
“Hakuna Matata living on the island thanks to Zanziblue Team”
LikedEVERYTHING WAS BEYOND AMAZING!!! The team is so lovely, friendly, helpful and happy. I wish I remember everyones names but big thanks to the full team there - Petra, Gareth, Zai, Muda, Inno, Sundi, Eva, Asha, Hamdan, everyone from reception to the restaurants and housekeeping and everyone behind the scenes were all simply awesome!!! I travelled with my husband, toddler and in laws, and we are a mix family - Indian, Dutch from Dubai - the resort was beyond perfect. It was dreamy, peaceful, built by blending with nature and respecting the landscape around it, such cosy cottages and spacious villas. Great food, great vibes, everything can be organised from the hotel including tours. We had nothing at all to worry about and enjoyed our vacation to the max, Hakuna Matata for 8 nights in a row in absolute bliss! Thank you to the team at Zanziblue and we are now too spoilt to stay in any other usual hotel!
“Amazing value. Amazing food. Amazing gym.”
LikedBeautiful place secured secluded on the ocean. Amazing restaurant. Dariboo the masseuse is excellent.
DislikedSome of the staff could be better trained not to glare at you when you walk by. The laundry person needs to shower. He Smells terrible.
LikedI loved everything about the resort They had a snorkeling activity and the instructor sulieman was awesome 🤩 Would definitely recommend ❤️❤️❤️
“Would recommend this fabulous resort to stay and also to be a good base to explore the beautiful island.”
LikedA small boutique resort with super friendly staff. Nothing was too much trouble.
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