The Best Hotels Closest to Kwale Island in Zanzibar for 2025

Compare 1,654 hotels close to Kwale Island with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

"A wonderful eco resort! Cute bungalow's with compost toilets. We slept with all the windows and doors open to enjoy the ocean breeze. staff and food fantastic. Good snorkelling. Coconut crab night walk was fascinating. We climbed up the lighthouse and walked around the island on low tide - saw heaps of starfish and crabs! We also relaxed in the swinging day beds and read our books. 4 nights was a lovely amount of time if you can…but lots just came for 1 night."

AED 2,277 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Mar - 8 Mar

Luxury Ocean Front Pool Villa | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

"Beautiful resort, great for relaxing. Ideal for honeymoons and celebrating anniversaries. Loved the facilities and staff. "

AED 1,564 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Mar - 30 Mar

"Very nice place sourronded by very green area with many birds and even monkeys, different landscapes at different parts of the resort. Very good food and service. Reccomended! 🙂"

AED 881 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Mar - 14 Mar

"The Staff was great….Clean and service was excellent "

AED 709 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Mar - 8 Mar

"My stay at Kwanza was amazing, stayed here for my honeymoon and my wife really loved the resort. We stayed in one of the swim up rooms which was a nice added feature. The only thing I could fault this hotel is the drainage system in the shower and sink is a bit slow to go down the drain other than that everything is 5 star. I would definitely stay here again and the staff were all amazing and accommodating. "

AED 1,214 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Apr - 7 Apr

"Lovely little hotel very quiet. friendly & helpful people. But very far from the airport near the ocean. Still good and value for money "

AED 349 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Mar - 14 Mar

Luxury Villa, Private Pool, Sea View | Living area

"We absolutely loved our stay. Room was beautiful, the staff was friendly and attentive to all of our needs and the Chef was amazing. The view of the property was beautiful as well. Would highly recommend "

AED 431 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Mar - 24 Mar

"Check in was horrible. Slow and they didnt even know I had booked. Multiple calls were made before i saw my room My room was not nice. Hair on the floor in the bathroom. No bathroom mat. FLUSH DIDNT WORK. I had to use the bidet to fill up the water. Flies in the room. No soap. Luckily i had my own. Pool was dirty. ( i didnt use it but i saw) Only plus side is that there was an AC. "

AED 432 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Mar - 14 Mar

AED 161 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Mar - 21 Mar

"Very good hotel with amazing sea view. Highly recomended if you like peacefull place to stay."

AED 184 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Mar - 14 Mar

On the beach, white sand, free beach shuttle, sun loungers

"Emplacement magnifique au bord de l’eau malheureusement la chambre mériterait un coup de rénovation - moustiquaire trouée, plomberie et électricité visible, problèmes d’arrivée d’eau froide. Mauvais rapport qualité-prix pour la nourriture. Le staff de l’hôtel est serviable mais, selon nous, manque légèrement d’amabilité."

AED 252 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Mar - 8 Mar

"Je n'ai pas séjourné au Kizimkazi lodge ,lorsque je suis arrivé il n'était pas encore prêt pour l'ouverture alors on m'a attribué une chambre dans le resort juste devant,même propriétaire, pas la même gamme ! j'étais gagnante la manager m'a promis de trouver une solution au problème je n'ai pas été déçu.Donc mon jugement est un peu biaisé mais je n'ai aucun doute sur la qualité des prestations à venir ,merci Sharlène!!!"

AED 106 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Mar - 8 Mar

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Pool View | View from room

"Ein hübsches Hotel für Erholungssuchende in einer schönen Bucht. Die Anlage ist sehr urig und einfach in einem tropischen Garten gehalten. Das Personal war sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Frühstück wird am Tisch entsprechend der Wünsche serviert."

AED 532 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Apr - 7 Apr

Luxury Apartment, Garden View | Living area | Flat-screen TV

"Alerte cet hotel n existe pas !"

AED 892 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Mar - 20 Mar

AED 314 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Mar - 21 Mar

AED 120 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Mar - 12 Mar

AED 859 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Mar - 9 Mar

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Hotels near Other Zanzibar Attractions

Slave Market

4.5/5(83 reviews)

Find out about the history of Zanzibar Town when you take a trip to Slave Market. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.

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5/5 Excellent

Perfect Hotel in Stonetown

"After climbing Kilimanjaro, we spent several nights on a round trip in Zanzibar in a group of five. On arrival, we were able to leave the rest of our luggage at the hotel so that we didn't have to lug it around all day. We spent the last two days at the Maru Maru Hotel, which was a very good decision. The hotel is located in the middle of the alleyways of Stonetown, is easily accessible and the perfect starting point for sightseeing tours. We were warmly welcomed and were able to use the rooftop bar and pool even on the day of our departure. Very good breakfast, lunch and dinner, we enjoyed it very much and would love to come back. Many thanks"

A verified traveler stayed at Maru Maru Hotel

Posted 2 days ago

5/5 Excellent

"I loved the charm of the old building. Breakfast was included and was very good. The famous Lukmaan restaurant is right around the corner. There is a mosque across the alley, so you will hear the call to prayer unless you’re a heavy sleeper. There is also street noise but it usually gets quieter the later it gets. There is no parking. Make sure the taxi driver points out the building because it’s very nondescript. Overall a great place to stay. "

A verified traveler stayed at Hanaia House

Posted 3 days ago

5/5 Excellent

"Excellent hotel near the airport and short drive to the city. Clean large pool and beach for swimming. Plenty of shaded sitting areas. Restaurant food is good. Staff very friendly and accommodating. Rooms have beautiful views. Would be nice if some music or entertainment on Friday night. However music is provided at the Thai restaurant. "

A verified traveler from Cherry Hill stayed at Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel

Posted 5 days ago

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kwale Island?

Kwale Island is located in an area that travelers like for its beaches. You'll find 9 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Kwale Island?

Blue Ocean Resort & Residences is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. You'll find it 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Kwale Island. Other good options in the area include Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar and The Residence Zanzibar.

How many hotels are there close to Kwale Island?

Expedia has 9 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Kwale Island.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kwale Island, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Kwale Island.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Kwale Island?

To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Kwale Island, head over to our customer service page.

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Chumbe Island Coral Park

Chumbe Island Coral Park

The Residence Zanzibar

The Residence Zanzibar

Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar

Fruit & Spice Wellness Resort Zanzibar

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport

Aldiana Club Zanzibar Kwanza

Aldiana Club Zanzibar Kwanza

Golden Palm Boutique Zanzibar

Golden Palm Boutique Zanzibar

Blue Ocean Resort & Residences

Blue Ocean Resort & Residences

Green Turaco

Green Turaco

Jozani biosphere village

Jozani biosphere village

Menai Bay Beach Bungalows

Menai Bay Beach Bungalows

Kusini Beach Bungalows

Kusini Beach Bungalows

Kizimkazi Beach Lodge

Kizimkazi Beach Lodge

Bella Vista Resort Zanzibar

Bella Vista Resort Zanzibar

Just Home

Just Home

Unguja Ukuu Kaepwani

Unguja Ukuu Kaepwani

Kv Jungle Bungalows

Kv Jungle Bungalows

Kizimkazi Beach Resort - Bella Vista

Kizimkazi Beach Resort - Bella Vista

Hotels near Other Zanzibar Attractions

Hotels near Other Zanzibar Attractions

Slave Market

Recent reviews of Kwale Island hotels

Recent reviews of Kwale Island hotels

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