The Residence Zanzibar
The Residence Zanzibar
The Residence Zanzibar is a luxury beach resort on Zanzibar's serene southwest coast, set within 32 hectares of tropical gardens along a pristine 1.5-kilometre stretch of white sand beach. The resort features 66 spacious one- and two-bedroom villas, each with a private pool and garden courtyard. Guests enjoy a full-service spa, two restaurants, a dive centre, and personalised butler service in every villa. The resort's southwest location ensures reliable swimming conditions and stunning Indian Ocean sunsets year-round. With its blend of Zanzibari architectural charm and contemporary luxury, The Residence is one of the archipelago's most refined beach retreats.
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Kizimkazi, Southwest Zanzibar, Tanzania
6.4167° S, 39.4500° E
Amenities & Facilities
Luxury Garden Pool Villa
One-bedroom villa with private pool set in tropical gardens
Luxury Ocean Front Pool Villa
One-bedroom villa with private pool and direct ocean views
Prestige Ocean Front Pool Villa
Premium one-bedroom villa with ocean-front private pool and enhanced amenities
Frangipani Garden Pool Villa
Two-bedroom villa with private pool in garden setting, ideal for families
Frangipani Ocean Front Pool Villa
Two-bedroom villa with ocean-front pool and panoramic sea views
Presidential Pool Villa
The ultimate two-bedroom villa with expansive private pool and premium furnishings
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The Residence Zanzibar: Frequently Asked Questions
Where is The Residence Zanzibar located?
The Residence Zanzibar is on Zanzibar's serene southwest coast, set within 32 hectares of tropical gardens along a 1.5-kilometre stretch of white sand beach.
What types of villas are available at The Residence Zanzibar?
The resort has 66 spacious one- and two-bedroom villas, and each villa includes a private pool and garden courtyard.
Does every villa at The Residence Zanzibar include butler service?
Yes, personalised butler service is provided in every villa at The Residence Zanzibar, along with a private pool and garden courtyard.
What facilities can guests use at The Residence Zanzibar?
Guests can enjoy a full-service spa, two restaurants, a dive centre, and personalised butler service in every villa, all within 32 hectares of tropical gardens beside a 1.5-kilometre white sand beach.
Is the beach at The Residence Zanzibar good for swimming?
The resort's southwest coast location ensures reliable swimming conditions and stunning Indian Ocean sunsets year-round.
Can Ecological Wilderness Adventure arrange a stay at The Residence Zanzibar?
Yes, Ecological Wilderness Adventure can tailor and quote a stay at The Residence Zanzibar as part of a wider Tanzania or East Africa itinerary; contact them with your travel preferences.
