Luxury hotels in Nungwi

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Nungwi. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Safira Blu Luxury Resort & Villas Nungwi, Tanzania

  

  Hotel. Situated in Nungwi, 45 km from Kichwele Forest Reserve, Safira Blu Luxury Resort & Villas features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel has a terrace and sea views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. All rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchenette, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Safira Blu Luxury Resort & Villas the rooms include bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a à la carte or a continental breakfast. Safira Blu Luxury Resort & Villas offers 5-star accommodation with a hot tub. You can play billiards, table tennis and darts at this 5-star hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and snorkelling. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 64 km from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.6, rooms from around $1155.

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• 2 Nungwi Dreams by Mantis Nungwi, Tanzania

  

  Hotel. Situated in Nungwi, a few steps from Nungwi Beach, Nungwi Dreams by Mantis features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a concierge service. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared lounge and free WiFi. At the hotel rooms have air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Nungwi Dreams by Mantis offers some rooms with sea views, and each room has a terrace. At the accommodation the rooms include bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or Full English/Irish options. Guests at Nungwi Dreams by Mantis will be able to enjoy activities in and around Nungwi, like fishing and snorkelling. Royal Beach is 2.9 km from the hotel, while Kichwele Forest Reserve is 43 km from the property. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 62 km from Nungwi Dreams by Mantis. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around $200.

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• 3 Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only Nungwi, Tanzania

  

  Resort. Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only features luxurious accommodation with private terraces offering Indian Ocean views. Facilities include an outdoor pool, private beach with watersports and a dive centre. The spa provides massages and a steam bath. Each unit features air-conditioning. Some are set right on Nungwi Beach and have a private pool, hot tub and garden. Drinks are served at the beach bar and sunset terrace. Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only offers an all inclusive concept, where you can enjoy buffet breakfasts with show-cooking stations, there are two theme restaurants that serve exquisite dishes. And you can enjoy the best snacks and appetisers, in ours bars, also with fantastics cocktails. Indoor public areas feature chandeliers, free Wi-Fi throughout and regular entertainment. Kayaking, Stand up paddle surfing are included. Also you can enjoy activities and live shows and music. Set on Zanzibar’s north-west coast, Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only is 55 km from Stone Town. Show full description Guest review score 8.9

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• 4 Essque Zalu Zanzibar Nungwi, Tanzania

  

  Resort. Overlooking the Indian Ocean and located next to a lush forest, Essque Zalu Zanzibar in Nungwi features a large outdoor pool and a spa. It offers direct access to the beach. Combining contemporary and Swahili design, the spacious suites are housed under a traditional Makuti roof. They either have views of the ocean or the garden from a balcony or a terrace.All suites are equipped with air conditioning, a minibar and feature a spacious bedroom, a living area and a bathroom with bidet and shower. Essque Zalu Zanzibar has 3 restaurants and 3 bars. Surrounded by the ocean, The Jetty offers modern Arabic cuisine. Fine dining can be enjoyed at A La Carte and The Market Kitchen serves culinary cuisine. Snacks, cocktails and refreshments are available at the stylish 1506 Bar and Terrace, The Jetty and The Baobab Bar. Guests can choose from a variety of massages and beauty treatments at Zalu, which also offers a sauna and a hydro shower room. Other facilities at Essque Zalu Zanzibar include a fitness centre, an art gallery, a kids club, meeting facilities and a ticket service. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including windsurfing, diving and snorkelling. The resort is 63 km from Zanzibar International Airport and 58 km from Stone Town. Airport transfers can be arranged for a surcharge. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around $414.

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• 5 Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort Nungwi, Tanzania

  

  Resort. Located directly on a white sandy beach with a coral reef, Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort offers tropical gardens with 4 outdoor pools and water-sports facilities. Guests can also relax with a massage at the Spa. The Resort features modern-Zanzibar design and all rooms have a large bed surrounded by a mosquito net and a large balcony. The private bathrooms contain a bath and shower and are stocked with free toiletries. Each of the 2 restaurants serves a variety of cuisine, ranging from an international breakfast at Spices to fresh, local seafood at Samaki. Coco Bar provides light meals and beverages during the day. There is a games room with darts and table tennis, or guests can work out at the gym. Situated on the north coast of Zanzibar, Royal Beach Resort is a 60-minute drive away from Stone Town and 60 km away from the Zanzibar International Airport. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around $351.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!