Location: South East Coast, Michamvi, Tanzania
Overview
Zawadi Hotel is the newest addition to the prestigious Zanzibar Collection, located on the southeast coast of Zanzibar a 60 mins drive from the airport. Zawadi sits atop a cliff, framed by swaying coconut palms and bougainvillea, with a spectacular view of the Indian Ocean. As a private, intimate getaway beach retreat with only 12 spacious villas, in 100 sqm, all en-suite bathrooms and spacious terrace directly over looking the ocean.
From the center of the property, the cliff recedes creating a beautiful cove of pristine white sandy beach. The villas are designed in an elegant laid back beach style, with a large bathroom with a walk-in shower and free-standing bathtub, double sink vanity, overlooking the ocean, spacious large private terrace, a seating area, huge double beds with memory foam mattresses, closet area, large bathroom and a private plunge pool facing the Indian Ocean.
Zawadi is a relaxed opulent at its best, and sits on the most coveted locations on the island of Zanzibar. This laid-back hideaway offers guests an all-inclusive stay with the very best cuisine and personalized service. The Zawadi culinary experience celebrate the chef for his creative inspirational spiced Swahili menu, a fine blend of the African, Indian, Arabic and Persian influence that defines the cuisine in this unique island.
All the menus reflect the very best of seasonal local produce, with a number of choices to dine from The Mswakini Beach Bar & Restaurant which serves breakfast, lunch, snack and drinks are served throughout the day in this relaxed atmosphere.
Next, The Drift Wood Dining Room which serves the award-winning dinners, chef uses the freshest island produce to create an authentic Zanzibar experience.
Followed by the Mali Mali Lounge & Bar where cocktails and drinks are served before dinner, as you lay back and soak in the sea breeze and enjoy true Zanzibar hospitality. Chef will be delighted to incorporate any dietary preferences that you may share.
The fabled Spice Isle is the ultimate romantic honeymoon escape, and tailormade excursions include a dhow trip for two, sundowners on the beach at sunset, a lantern-lit dinner for two in your private beach bower, a personalized dive tour, windsurfing for two, kayaking, village visits, his and hers spa sessions, or a private tour of the palaces, and emporiums of famous Stone Town.
As the only PADI five-star Gold Palm and RAID diving certified dive centre in Zanzibar, and the first on East Coast with knowledgeable of all the dive sites. The Water Club is a few meters from Zawadi beach-front, here you can explore the coral reef, location of The Rising Star Centre who promise a bespoke diving experience far away from the crowds, snorkeling the miracle coral gardens, Stand-up paddle boarding is the latest craze, take a Dhow Excursion for a gentle sail down the spectacular coastline and into the mangrove swamps that are so characteristic of the island to mention a few.
Uniqueness of this Camp
- The location of the Hotel, atop a low cliff with incredible views of the Indian Ocean.
- Private and intimate Hotel, providing opulent services.
- The grounds are surrounded by flowering bougainvillea and palm trees with vistas of the Indian Ocean.
- Villas are spacious with private terraces.
Accommodation
A Total of 32 Rooms in 16 well-spaced cottages, with each Cottage having two Rooms, a comfortable lounge, en-suite bedrooms, all with a mini bar, coffee-making facility, air-conditioning, satellite television, Wi-Fi, a private balcony with sweeping views of the farm, the surrounding scenic landscape, and the most amazing sunsets. Tastefully decorated in a classic style with ceramic floors and furniture throughout, with a signature Acacia hospitality.
Amenities
Property Amenities:
- Twelve private spacious villas, of a 100sq meter directly overlooking the ocean,
huge double beds with luxurious memory foam mattresses, en-suite large bathrooms with walk in shower, free standing bathtub, double vanity, and a private plunge pool facing the Indian Ocean.
- Zawadi Shamba Zanzibar: as a sustainable and Eco-friendly property. Here the hotel has chickens, ducks, goats, sheep’s, cows, donkeys and an organic garden supplying spices, vegetables and eggs for the guests.
- Dining experience at the Zawadi Hotel includes: The Mswakini Beach Bar & Restaurant, The Drift Wood Dining Room and The Mali Mali Lounge and Bar.
- Swimming Pool
- Spa
- Gym
- Water Club
Activities
- Frisbee.
- Beach-tennis.
- Swimming-pool volleyball.
- Bicycle rentals from the hotel
- Spa Zanzibar for massage treatments
- Spa pool
- Gym
- Wedding & Honeymoon venue
- Coral Reef Exploration at the only PADI five-star Gold Palm and RAID diving certified dive centre in Zanzibar.
- Snorkeling
- Stand-up paddle boarding
- Dhow Excursions
- Visit the Zawadi Shamba Zanzibar.
- Wedding & Honeymoon packages