Curated luxury hotels in East Coast Zanzibar

Situated in Dongwe in the Zanzibar Region, The Sands Beach Resort boasts a 25-metre outdoor pool, dive centre and surfing school. Guests can enjoy the on-site beach bar. Free WiFi is offered and free private parking is available on site.

The air-conditioned rooms and villa at The Sands offer a terrace and ocean or garden views. They are equipped with a mini bar and a safe, and have an en suite bathroom. Some villas boast a private pool.

Guests can enjoy various activities including volleyball and snorkeling. The hotel also offers bike hire and car hire.

Stone Town is within 60 km of The Sands, while Zanzibar International Airport is 59 km from the property.

With a stay at The Palms Zanzibar - All Inclusive in Dongwe, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Paje Beach and Dongwe Beach. This beach property is 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from Jambiani Beach and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Bwejuu Beach.

With a stay at TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar in Kiwengwa, you'll be 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Kiwengwa Beach and 25.1 mi (40.3 km) from Nakupenda Beach. This beach hotel is within the region of Mnemba Island and Paje Beach.

With a stay at Kasha Boutique Hotel in Matemwe, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Kigomani Beach and Muyuni Beach. This beach hotel is 11.3 mi (18.1 km) from Nungwi Beach and 18.8 mi (30.2 km) from Kendwa Beach.

When you stay at Alma Boutique Hotel in Jambiani, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Kuza Cave and Kite Centre Zanzibar. This beach hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Jambiani Beach and 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Swahili Cave.

When you stay at Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa in Paje, you'll be on the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Paje Beach and Jambiani Beach. This beach hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Kite Centre Zanzibar and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Maalum Cave Pool.

Located in Kiwengwa, Melia Zanzibar is by the ocean, within a 10-minute drive of Kiwengwa Beach and Pwani Mchangani Beach. This beach hotel is 19 mi (30.5 km) from Nungwi Beach and 18.6 mi (29.9 km) from Kendwa Beach.

Facing the beachfront, Be Zanzibar Boutique Hotel offers 5-star accommodation in Mfumbwi and features an outdoor swimming pool, garden and private beach area. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Offering free WiFi throughout the property, the allergy-free hotel has a spa centre.

A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast is available at the property. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving Italian, Middle Eastern and Seafood cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and vegan options can also be requested.

Jambiani Beach is a few steps from Be Zanzibar Boutique Hotel, while Jozani Forest is 28 km away.

With a stay at Sahari Zanzibar in Bwejuu (Bwejuu Beach), you'll be a 3-minute drive from Paje Beach and 10 minutes from Jambiani Beach. This beach hotel is within the region of Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park.

With a stay at Jabali Bungalows Lodge in Jambiani, you'll be near the beach – a 3-minute walk from Jambiani Beach and a 2-minute drive from Paje Beach. This luxury hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Kite Centre Zanzibar and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Kuza Cave.

With a stay at Amani Boutique Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World in Paje, you'll be a 5-minute drive from Jambiani Beach and 7 minutes from Paje Beach. This beach hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Kite Centre Zanzibar and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Maalum Cave Pool.

When you stay at Mato Boutique Hotel in Kiwengwa, you'll be on the beach and 8 minutes by car from Pwani Mchangani Beach. This beach bed & breakfast is 19.6 mi (31.5 km) from Kendwa Beach and 20.3 mi (32.7 km) from Nungwi Beach.

With a stay at Sharazad Oasis Retreat in Jambiani, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Jambiani Beach and a 4-minute drive from Paje Beach. This beach hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Kuza Cave and 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Bwejuu Beach.

Located in Pwani Mchangani, 300 metres from Pwani Mchangani Beach, TIANDE Boutique Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. With a restaurant, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers room service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests.

At the hotel, every room is equipped with a wardrobe. Each room has a safety deposit box, while selected rooms come with a balcony and others also offer city views. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge.

A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.

You can play darts at TIANDE Boutique Hotel, and the area is popular for cycling.

Peace Memorial Museum is 39 km from the accommodation, while Kichwele Forest Reserve is 21 km from the property. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 49 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

With a stay at Mayai Ocean Resort in Bwejuu (Bwejuu Beach), you'll be a 1-minute drive from Bwejuu Beach and 5 minutes from Kite Centre Zanzibar. This beach hotel is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Paje Beach and 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Jambiani Beach.

With a stay at Kiwengwa Beach Resort in Kiwengwa, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Kiwengwa Beach and Pongwe Beach. This beach resort is 24.1 mi (38.8 km) from Nungwi Beach and 23.7 mi (38.1 km) from Kendwa Beach.

Located in Kiwengwa, Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa is by the ocean, within a 15-minute drive of Kiwengwa Beach and Muyuni Beach. This beach resort is 20.6 mi (33.1 km) from Kendwa Beach and 20.9 mi (33.7 km) from Nungwi Beach.

Located in Kiwengwa, a few steps from Kiwengwa Beach, Zanzibella Hotel & SPA provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a bar. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has garden views, and guests can enjoy access to a hot tub. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. Zanzibella Hotel & SPA features certain units with sea views, and every room is fitted with a balcony. At the accommodation all rooms are fitted with a seating area.

A buffet breakfast is available at Zanzibella Hotel & SPA. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving African, American and Italian cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested.

You can play billiards at Zanzibella Hotel & SPA, and car hire is available.

Peace Memorial Museum is 41 km from the accommodation, while Kichwele Forest Reserve is 15 km away. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 42 km from the property.

Located in Jambiani, Blue Moon Resort is by the ocean, within a 15-minute drive of Jambiani Beach and Kite Centre Zanzibar. This beach hotel is 8.4 mi (13.4 km) from Paje Beach and 10.6 mi (17.1 km) from Kizimkazi Dimbani Mosque.

With a stay at Sharazād Boutique Hotel in Jambiani, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Jambiani Beach and a 4-minute drive from Paje Beach. This beach resort is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Kuza Cave and 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Bwejuu Beach.