# Zuri Zanzibar

> Zuri Zanzibar offers a perfect blend of privacy, luxury, and natural beauty, set on one of the island’s finest beaches. It’s an ideal destination for relaxation, romance, and unforgettable ocean experiences.

- **Type:** accommodation
- **Canonical URL:** https://imaraafricasafaris.com//accommodations/zuri-zanzibar
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-12

## Key facts
- **Type:** Resort
- **Star Rating:** 4
- **Location:** Kendwa Zanzibar
- **Destination:** Zanzibar
- **Price Range:** $$$
- **Amenities:** Yoga, Pool, Minibar, Restaurant, Pool, Aircon, Free WiFi, Swimming Pool, Bar, Room Service, Air Conditioning, Laundry, Gym / Fitness Center, Infinity Pool, Hot Tub / Jacuzzi, Parking, Private Plunge Pool

## Details

## Why Stay at Zuri Zanzibar?

Zuri Zanzibar is a design-led resort on Kendwa Beach, where 56 standalone bungalows, suites and villas step down a tropical hillside to one of the island's few non-tidal stretches of coast. Conceived by the design studio Jestico + Whiles and certified EarthCheck Gold for sustainability, it blends African, Arabic and European influences into a stylish yet barefoot atmosphere.

## Where Is Zuri Zanzibar & What Wildlife Can You See?

The resort sits on Zanzibar's northwest coast at Kendwa, roughly 60 km and about 75 minutes by road from the international airport. Because the beach is non-tidal, swimming is possible around the clock, and the house water sports hub arranges snorkelling and diving excursions towards the marine life of the surrounding reefs, along with dhow sailing and paddleboarding. An interactive edible spice garden hosts cooking classes and quiet meditation corners.

## Rooms & Style

Accommodation ranges from garden bungalows with outdoor showers through spacious suites to ocean-front and presidential villas with private pools. Interiors favour natural textures and clean lines, while dining spans Afro-Indian fusion, fine dining and all-inclusive plans. Excursions run to Stone Town’s historic lanes and out onto the water by traditional dhow, while the infinity pool, jacuzzi and fitness centre anchor slower afternoons at the resort.

## Who Is It Ideal For?

- Honeymooners wanting privacy, sunsets and standalone bungalows
- Design and wellness travellers drawn to yoga and the spa
- Divers and snorkellers working the calm northwest reefs
- Safari guests finishing a Tanzania circuit on the beach

## Pairs Well With

Browse our [Zanzibar](/tanzania/zanzibar) guide for the island's highlights, or pair reef and savannah on the [9-day Kenya and Zanzibar](/safaris/9-days-kenya-and-zanzibar) itinerary.

## Frequently asked questions

### What makes the beach at Zuri Zanzibar special?
Zuri Zanzibar sits on Kendwa Beach on the island's northwest coast — one of Zanzibar's few non-tidal stretches of coastline, which means swimming is possible around the clock rather than being dictated by the tides. The resort's 56 standalone bungalows, suites and villas step down a tropical hillside to the sand, and the house water sports hub arranges snorkelling, diving, dhow sailing and paddleboarding.

### Who designed Zuri Zanzibar and is it sustainable?
Zuri Zanzibar was conceived by the design studio Jestico + Whiles and is certified EarthCheck Gold for sustainability, using sustainable water and cooling systems. The resort blends African, Arabic and European influences into a stylish yet barefoot atmosphere, with interiors favouring natural textures and clean lines. It is part of the Design Hotels collection, drawing design-conscious and wellness-focused travellers.

### How far is Zuri Zanzibar from the airport?
Zuri Zanzibar is approximately 60 km north of Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, a drive of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes via a pre-arranged private air-conditioned vehicle. Travellers arriving by high-speed ferry from Dar es Salaam dock at the Stone Town Ferry Terminal in about 90 to 120 minutes, followed by a roughly one-hour drive north to the Kendwa peninsula.

### What room types does Zuri Zanzibar offer?
Zuri Zanzibar's 56 units range from standalone garden Bungalows with king or twin beds, private terraces and outdoor showers, through spacious Suites with separate lounge areas and large terraces, to Ocean Front Villas with direct beach access and private pools, and a Presidential Villa with multiple bedrooms, private pool and dedicated service. Dining spans Afro-Indian fusion, fine dining and all-inclusive plans.

### When is the best time to visit Zuri Zanzibar?
June to October, the long dry season, is the ultimate window at Zuri Zanzibar — cloudless skies, comfortably warm temperatures and flat, crystal-clear water, with spectacular sunsets. January to February brings hot beach weather and glass-like seas, the best time for diving and snorkelling excursions towards the Tumbatu and Mnemba marine sanctuaries. November to December sees the spice garden in aromatic bloom, while March to May offers discounted rates and quiet, spa-focused stays.

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