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Zanzibar Retreat Hotel

Matemwe, Tanzania
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Zanzibar Retreat Hotel
Ranked #1 of 3 hotels in Matemwe
4.5 of 5 stars 69 Reviews
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Nicosia, Cyprus
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

Zanzibar Retreat is not a luxury 5 star hotel but it is exactly the type of hotel you want to be to relax and completely unwind after a Safari. It is a small quiet place, right on one of the best beaches in Zanzibar and its attention to detail lets you experience the true African culture. A few key points... More

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Newton Abbot, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 March 2012

My husband and I have just returned from 6 glorious days at Janne and Bjorn's hotel in paradise. We had a completely relaxing time. It was very difficult to leave! The small retreat offers a real get-away and a place in which to completely unwind. The staff are all very professional, warm and friendly. The food is excellent. The spaces... More

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Vermont
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012
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Gorgeous wide beaches, with constant breezes. Small hotel with outstanding food cooked to order with fresh ingredients. Lovely veranda, swimming pool, and plenty of comfy hammocks and chaises to while away the day. Would return in a heartbeat. Owner Jan and his staff team are the best.

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Melbourne, Australia
2 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2012

My family (2A + 3C (16/15/13)) and I booked this hotel sight unseen on the recommendation of TripAdvisor. We were certainly impressed. The owner and staff went out of their way to assist in every way possible, without "pushing" anything. Whilst price may be on the high side for Tanzania, the 4 nights we spent at the Zanzibar were priceless.... More

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Brooklyn, New York
2 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2012

My boyfriend, a friend who lives in Dar Es Salaam, and I stayed at this hotel for 2 nights in December. We immidiately fell in love with the hotel and services offered by a friendly owner and staff. Our friend, who has been to Zanzibar so many times and has stayed in different hotels, was amazed by the services and... More

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Bububu, Tanzania
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 December 2011

As frequent visitors to Zanzibar and now also spending four months on the island this was a two night break from our jobs at a different hotel on Zanzibar. Quiet with good food, but definitely on the more expensive side when comparing to other places. Other restaurants are within walking distance on the beach. The large swimmingpool was certainly the... More

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Edmonton, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 October 2011

Let me start by saying that I have never written an on-line review before, but felt I had to in this case. We spent about a week here in August, 2011 and were delighted. If you are looking for vast, unspoiled beach, thoughtful and dedicated staff and management, and an affordable, peaceful "retreat," this is the place to go. The... More

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Stockholm, Sweden
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 September 2011

I have never posted a review before but now I have to do it because of this great hotel! It´s a small hotel at the beach with great food, nice rooms and really nice environment! We can gladly recommend this to anyone that want to have a peaceful and enjoyable holiday! Magnus & Tessan

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London, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 August 2011

We were warmly welcomed back to the Zanzibar Retreat after a previous visit only a few months earlier (a side trip while visiting our daughter in Dar Es Salaam). Once again we were delighted with the ambience, service and food at this intimate little hotel on a perfect beach. The hospitality could not be faulted, and the pool is a... More

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Oslo, Norway
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 July 2011

We stay`d at Zanzibar retreat hotel 4 nights in June. We made the right choice! It is a variety og hotels in Zanzibar, and wanted a nice quiet place, where we could relax. That we got, a small hotel with only 7 rooms, it really make you feel well taken care of in a personel way. Great staff, good food... More

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