The Residence Zanzibar, Kizimkazi
Overview
Nestled just 100 feet from a private beach, the 5-star luxurious The Residence Zanzibar Kizimkazi hotel features a spa bathtub, a hot tub, and a sauna. Located about 10 minutes' drive from Pete Inlet Bay, this Kizimkazi hotel faces the ocean and features a sundeck, a sun terrace, and a playground.
Location
The comfortable hotel is a great place to stay due to its quiet location in Kizimkazi. Kendwa is 55 minutes' drive from The Residence Zanzibar hotel, while Kizimkazi Beach is 2 miles away.
This property is also within reach of South West Coast. The hotel stands within a 15-minute drive of the historic 1107 Kizimkazi Old Mosque, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike.
Rooms
The Residence Zanzibar has 66 rooms, comprising a sitting area. A multi-channel TV, along with coffee and tea making facilities, are offered. Climate control are featured for guests' comfort.
Eat & Drink
Caribbean cuisine can be enjoyed in the à la carte Pavilion restaurant. The lounge bar serves relaxing drinks daily.
Leisure & Business
Leisure options include fitness classes and a steam room offered for a surcharge. Access to a spa salon, along with a private pool is provided for your leisure time. Activities such as canoeing, kayaking, and lawn tennis can be arranged by the Residence Zanzibar Kizimkazi.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Baggage storage
- Locker room
- Private beach
- Currency exchange
- Hairdresser
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Diving
- Snorkeling
- Tennis court
- Badminton
- Pool tables
- Darts
- Table tennis
- Yoga class
- Sports trainer
- Aerobics
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business center
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Babysitting/Child services
- Board games
- Children's menu
- Children's play area
- Kids club
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness center
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Pool with view
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- CD player
- AM/FM alarm clock
Recommended for:
Cycle Gardens
Ride bicycles through the tropical gardens to find the petting zoo and bird sanctuary. Recommended for nature walks.
Visit Spice Plantation
Tour a spice plantation to learn about Zanzibar's spices. Recommended for cultural education.
Spot Red Colobus
Search for the Red Colobus Monkey in Jozani Forest Reserve. Recommended for wildlife observation.
Kayak Ocean
Kayak in the Indian Ocean from the Boat House as a complimentary activity. Recommended for water exploration.
Watch Dolphins
Join dolphin watching trips in the waters. Recommended for marine encounters.
Practice Yoga
Participate in weekly yoga classes on the property. Recommended for physical activity.
Location
Key Location
Kizimkazi is near Kizimkazi Old Mosque, Vundwe Island, and Pete Inlet Bay, making it significant.
Kizimkazi Neighborhood
The Kizimkazi district is a historic area, featuring Kizimkazi Mosque, local spice tours, and dolphin watching.
Local Bites to Try
Karamba Restaurant, Aya Beach Restaurant, and mnana restaurant serve seafood, Mediterranean cuisine, and authentic Swahili dishes.
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