Four eateries and a private beach give ample space to enjoy and settle in.
A curated wellness menu, with yoga, reiki, and more, offers varied opportunities for relaxation and growth.
Year-round sun and white sand make this a go-to destination for beach lovers.
Zuri Zanzibar is situated in Kendwa, on the northwest coast of Unguja, Zanzibar’s principal island. Kendwa has become a must-see resort destination thanks to its white beaches and year-round sun. Visitors are encouraged to enjoy the pristine coral reefs with a snorkeling tour or a boat trip.
Transportation Options
AAKIA – Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (65KM)
Sustainable with minimal local impact
Stunning oceans views
Sensational cuisine
Standout wellness facilities
Accommodations immersed in greenery
Basic Information
Check-in: 1:00 pm
Check-out: 10:00 am
Child friendly
Pet friendly
Interior design Jestico + Whiles
creating a property that is both ecologically and socially sensitive. The multidisciplinary studio used natural and local materials, as well as making the most of Zanzibar’s heritage of craftsmanship: bungalows, villas, and communal spaces are characterized by artifacts from local markets, furniture of polished and exposed woods, and 1960s-style chairs, stools, and lamps.
Architecture Jestico + Whiles
lending privacy to each Jestico + Whiles-designed bungalow and villa. Natural materials are abundant throughout, from the wooden beams used in the structures to the refined pieces of furniture that embody the overall African-chic visual identity. Many of the private terraces also play host to hammocks and sun loungers.
Sustainable Giving back
The hotel proudly carries out numerous socially responsible activities that touch on areas of water managements, environmental protection, conservation, and bettering the lives of locals through education programs and longterm local initiatives that improve the Zanzibari population’s daily life.
Zuri Zanzibar Fusion cuisine
The hotel offers a mix of European, African, Arabic, and Indian fusion cuisine. There is also the popular “Zuri Friday Vibe” event featuring DJs, cocktails, and culinary delights from the Bahari Grill & Bar on the beautiful Zuri beach—open to guests and visitors.
Maisha Pool-side dining
Southern European and Indian Ocean cuisine are beautifully blended to be enjoyed with a pool-side view. In the evening, on reservation, a set menu can be curated by the chef in this gorgeous setting.
Bahari Bar and Grill Drinks and snacks
Kendwa beach sunsets, starry skies, and beautifully crafted cocktails are the heroes of the show here. Snack foods make the perfect pairing.
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Wellness Offerings
Create your wellness journey with a diverse range of body-mind therapies: yoga and meditation teachers, as well as nutritional coaches, Reiki masters, and chakra healing therapies, are all available on-site.
Maua Wellness Treatments
Inspired by the natural abundance of Zanzibar and its spices, signature treatments reflect the powerful natural plants, herbs, and oils of the island.
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Sustainability Keeping an eye on our Conscious Hotel Principles
In harmony with the terrain, larger buildings were positioned on the flat top while smaller bungalows “float” to protect most of the original flora. Hundreds of local plants and trees were added and a spice garden accessible to guests was preserved. Coral stone from the foundation was reused in the construction and roofs are made from Tanzanian grass or wood shingles.
Items that are not needed are donated to local hospitals, veterinarians, and the community. The interiors feature furniture crafted from recycled sailboats. All kitchen scraps and wood and paper waste are composted. The hotel started the “Keep Kendwa Clean!” project with local waste management company Zanrec. Straws from natural materials and glass water bottles reduce the use of plastics.
Zuri Zanzibar uses LEDs, automatic sensor lighting in specific areas, and offers guests the option to choose the Evening Breeze cooling system over standard air conditioning, saving up to 75% energy.
Water is purified using ozone technology—the first resort in East Africa to do so—and desalination plant systems, so the hotel does not use local village water sources. Water is mineralized by the BWT Aqua Mondo magnesium technologies and the water process goes from supply to disposal.
With their pack-to-give project, guests can donate items to local education and healthcare systems. The hotel has inventoried and conserved indigenous plants and introduced tropical plants to support wildlife. Established an English club that supports the Kilinidi school and rewards the best students with a Mnemba snorkeling trip. The Wimbi gift shop features local vendors.
The hotel offers visits for guests to the local school, recycling shops, a zero-waste cooking class, non-motorized water sports, local tours, and regular Kendwa village clean-up drives.
Zuri Zanzibar runs a schooling project with Jambiani Tourism Training Institute, where students work at Zuri after completing a two-year tourism and hospitality program, supported by monthly stipends. The hotel offers training for supervisors and leaders, personal development plans, and a clean water program.
The hotel shares news in its newsletter and has published a sustainability brochure. Before guests arrive, they receive an email with information about the pack-to-give program and a mindful checklist with tips on how to support sustainability efforts during their stay.
Fruit and vegetables come from organic and small agricultural producers. Seafood is sourced from local fishermen who respect good fishing practices. Room amenities are organic and locally made in collaboration with the Mwani Zanzibar. Guests who purchase the Zuri water bottle support the local community directly.
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