The Residence

  • The IslandZanzibar
  • Room Type6

Located in a lush, forested 32-hectare estate, the 5-star Residence Zanzibar’s luxury sits alongside nature’s untouched beauty. The Residence blends modern comforts with Swahili, Omani, British and Indian influences. Relax by your private pool, on the white beach sands or in the expansive gardens on foot or by bicycle. You can also savour a taste of the Spice Island’s unique blend of cultures and cuisines or enjoy the pleasure of sensational spa treatments.

With a wide range of activities on offer, visit historic sites and rare natural wonders or go deep sea fishing and diving with dolphins. From quiet couple retreats to family holidays in the sun, The Residence Zanzibar is a place where island life can truly be embraced and enjoyed.

  • Luxurious villa resort - each with their own plunge pool
  • 4 restaurants & 3 bars
  • Private butler service available
  • Free WiFi throughout the resort
  • Bicycles available for each villa

Presidential Pool Villa

  • 4
  • 2
  • 2

Exclusive and exquisite, the Presidential Pool Villa offers the luxury of space and privacy on a magnificent scale, framed by panoramic views of the beach and ocean and the magical Zanzibar sunset. The exceedingly large living area features a spacious dining room in addition to the lounge area, and leads onto a vast deck, where you can laze on daybeds shaded by parasols, and cool off with refreshing dips in your private 35 sqm swimming pool. Both the large master suite and smaller junior suite feature en suite bathrooms, each with an additional outdoor shower and stunning views across the azure ocean waters.

Prestige Ocean Front Pool Villa

  • 3
  • 1
  • 1

Nestled along the palm-fringed shore, these beautiful one-bedroom villas offer breathtaking views of the ocean from every room, particularly from the bathroom’s freestanding bathtub where you can soak in absolute relaxation and the uninterrupted panoramic seascape. From both the living room and bedroom, slide open the French doors and step out to the deck and pool area. Shower indoors or in the private outdoor shower garden – a delightful hidden gem.

Luxury Ocean Front Pool Villa

  • 2
  • 1
  • 1

Just steps from the beach, these beautifully appointed villas feature a large living room leading out to a private pool and deck, furnished with table and chairs, daybed, and sun loungers with parasols – the perfect spot for basking in the sun or enjoying a romantic dinner for two, watching the sun set on the ocean horizon.

The bedroom has a central, canopied king-size bed, and French doors leading onto the deck and pool framed by panoramic ocean views. The spacious bathroom features double basins, a freestanding bathtub and separate shower, and leads onto a private garden with an outdoor shower.

Luxury Garden Pool Villa

  • 3
  • 1
  • 1

Lush gardens and towering coconut palms provide a restful setting for these beautifully appointed villas. Each villa features a large living room leading out to a private pool and deck, furnished with table and chairs, daybed and sun loungers with parasols – where you can relax in the warmth of the African sun, enjoy a romantic dinner for two, or sip cocktails by sunset.

The bedroom has a central, canopied king-size bed, and French doors leading onto the deck and pool, with views over the gardens. The spacious bathroom features double basins, a freestanding bathtub and separate shower, and leads onto a private garden with an outdoor shower.

Frangipani Garden Pool Villa

  • 4
  • 3
  • 2

Nestled within lush gardens, these spacious villas are an idyllic retreat for families or friends travelling together. Luxuriate at leisure in the large living room that opens onto a private pool and deck furnished with table and chairs, daybed and sun loungers, where you can soak up the sun and tropical tranquillity.

Indulge in the restful ambience of the two bedrooms – the master suite with a canopied king-size bed, and the junior suite with twin beds – both with en suite bathrooms and French doors which you can slide back to let in the breeze or step out for a dip in the pool.

Frangipani Ocean Front Pool Villa

  • 4
  • 3
  • 2

Revel in the glorious ocean panorama from the comfort of these beautiful villas along the shore. A spacious haven ideal for families or friends travelling together, each villa features a large living room that extends out to a private pool and deck furnished with table and chairs, daybed and sun loungers, where you can relax into the rhythm of island life and the ocean waves.

Enjoy the seamless indoor-outdoor feel of the villa’s two bedrooms – the master suite with a canopied king-size bed, and the junior suite with twin beds – each with en suite bathrooms and French doors that open to allow in the breeze and allow you to step out to the pool.

About Zanzibar

  • Local Time 02:35
  • Current Weather
  • Population1.304 million
  • LanguageKiswahili, English
    and Arabic
  • CurrencyTanzanian Shilling