Hotels North
Is the only first grade hotel at the north of the island. It looks out over the pristine beach and sand banks at low tide. The Hotel buildings are from local material with palm thatched roofs. There is an atmosphere of calm and tranquillity in Colonial style surroundings.
Location - Approximately 3 Kms from the interesting fishing village of Nungwi and 1.5 hours drive from Stone Town. The walk along the beach at low tide to Nungwi village is pleasant, but beware that at high tide the route along the beach is not accessible.
Accommodation - The 32 rooms have recently been upgraded and all now have airconditioning, are en-suite and very comfortably furnished. The Lodge Rooms at the rear of the site with views over  the gardens. Superior Chalet Rooms where two rooms are built in each bungalow with verandas overlooking the ocean; Superior Deluxe Chalet Rooms are furnished to a very high standard and have uninterrupted views over the beach and ocean beyond. The newly built Ocean Suite provides undiluted luxury with a bedroom, living room leading on to a private terrace and plunge pool.
Facilities - Public areas, including the restaurant and two bars are spacious and airy, furnished with a Colonial and sedate feel. It has a swimming pool & dive centre which organises scuba diving, snorkelling and other water sports; the hotel arranges game fishing with a well equipped boat. There is a well equipped shop selling clothing and souvenirs.
web site http://www.rasnungwi.com
 This gem of individually designed guest cottages, opened in mid 2004, is owned and managed by Seif and Elizabeth Miskry (Zanzibari/Scottish couple) who are perfect hosts and are well supported by their obliging staff.
Location - In the spacious gardens (which lead to the beach) of the owner's house, this tasteful development is on the edge of the large fishing village of Nungwi.
Accommodation - There are 8 en-suite rooms (to be 10 in 2005) which offer the highest standard of rooms of all establishments at Nungwi village. Some rooms have direct sea views, others have sea views from their spacious verandahs.The generous sized rooms are pristine, with white tiled floors, traditional furnishings, mosquito nets, built-in wardrobes and are airconditioned. Rooms have access to small fitted kitchens with refrigerator; some rooms have a separate sitting area. One cottage is ideal for a family, or small group, as it has 2 separate bedrooms with a common sitting room/kitchenette.
Facilities - At the moment breakfast is served on the verandah of guests' rooms, but a small dining area is planned where breakfast and snacks will be served. Small group dinners can be cooked to order with a days notice; Elizabeth's grilled Kingfish must be one of the best meals I have had on the island. Flame Tree is close enough to several bars/restaurants to take advantage of what these offer, yet you can retreat to the peace and quiet of the Cottages. Seif & Elizabeth have their own mashua (small local dhow) and organise snorkelling trips with picnic lunch to Mnemba Atoll and Kendwa, deep sea fishing, line fishing and the ever popular sunset sail. Scuba diving can be arranged with Diving and Watersports Centres just 3 minutes walk away.
web site http://www.flametreecottages.com
The Zanzibari Hotel
 The Zanzibari Hotel is a small upper-mid range hotel which opened in 2009. Being small, guests enjoy very personal attention.
Location - The Zanzibari is on the very northern coast of Zanzibar accessible to the interesting village of Nungwi. It is approximately 1hours drive from Stone Town and the Airport.
 Accommodation - At The Zanzibari there are just 8 en-suite rooms, with bath and separate shower. All rooms have a verandah with stunning views of the ocean.
They have air-conditioning, tea/coffee making facilities, a refrigerator and safe. Rooms are double or twin and a third bed can be added to make a triple, if necessary. The rooms are located in a two storey building. “Suite” rooms are planned and should be complete by June 2010.
 Facilities - The spacious restaurant and bar area enjoys magnificent views over the gardens and out to the beach and ocean. On site there is a water sports centre, swimming pool, spa and TV lounge. Sea kyaking is available and arrangements can be made for kiting and deep sea fishing.
The hotel can arrange a variety of excursions. Beside the beach there are loungers, permanent “umbrellas” and hammocks. The Hotel boasts three imaginative fresh water “rock pools” built at the cliff edge where guests can sit and cool off while appreciating stunning views of the beach and ocean.
Web: www.thezanzibari.com
The Z Hotel
 The Z Hotel is the only up-market “boutique” hotel in the fishing village of Nungwi at the very north of the island. Unique in many ways, it opened in mid 2008 and its contemporary design blends well with traditional Zanzibari features.
Location - In the fishing village of Nungwi at the very north of Zanzibar about 1.25 hours drive from the Airport and Stone Town.
 Accommodation - The 35 rooms are designed, furnished and equipped to a standard which is different to anything else on Zanzibar. Materials and furnishings are sourced from countries such as Turkey, Egypt and Italy as well as from local Zanzibar craftsmen. Rooms are in 6 categories; Superior Rooms are on the lower floors of the Hotel and the majority have sea/beach views; Deluxe Rooms are on the 2nd floor and all have panoramic beach/ocean views; Family Suites have 2 interconnecting bedrooms with a king size bed and one room with twin beds; at the very top of the range, and of the hotel, the 2 Rooftop Suites and one Z Suite offer facilities for the most discerning guests, 360 degree views with extensive living and terrace/balcony space. All en-suite rooms (with wet room showers) are fully airconditioned, have in-room safes, min-bar, TVs (some with plasma screens) iPod docking station, complimentary beauty products from The White Company of London. There are also 2 Ocean Front Cottages for those wanting privacy as they are separate from the hotel. The Cottages are built on 2 floors with 60 meters of living space and sundeck built over the ocean.
 Facilities - The Saruche Restaurant has and internal and al-fresco dining area both with uninterrupted ocean views and offers African-European fusion cuisine in a sophicticated yet relaxed atmosphere. “Cinnamon” cocktail bar offers tapas and sharing dishes. The “Reboot” mini-spa offers a complete range of treatments. There is a courtyard swimming pool giving privacy from the beach immediately in front of the Hotel, a fully equipped dive centre and the Hotel can arrange excursions to other parts of the island. Deep sea fishing and sunset cruises can be arranged.
web site www.thezhotel.com
Sunset Bay Hotel
 Sunset Bay Hotel is a “resort” style hotel just south of Nungwi village. It is now managed by the Bluebay Beach Resort team which is looking to attract an international clientele. The Hotel offers excellent value for money with accommodation on an All Inclusive basis
Location - Adjacent to the fishing village of Nungwi at the very north of the island, Sunset Bay Hotel is approximately 1 hours drive from Stone Town and the Airport. Set on one of the nicest beaches on the island, this area of Zanzibar is less effected by the tides than the east coast. Being on the west coast there are views of the magnificent sunsets experienced on Zanzibar.
Accommodation - There are 40 rooms in 10 cottages each with 4 rooms, 2 rooms on the ground floor and 2 on the upper floor. The spacious en-suite rooms are airconditioned, have a separate dressing area, mini-bar, security safe, satellite TV and telephones. All rooms have a verandah with views of the ocean. Rooms are furnished with traditional Zanzibari furniture
 Facilities - The restaurant and bar, set in an elevated location, enjoy magnificent views over the beach and ocean. The Hotel operates on an All Inclusive basis which includes, breakfast, lunch and dinner and soft drinks, tea, coffee, beer and Italian and South African wines are available to guests.
The restaurant offers international menus, with an emphasis on fresh fish; there is also a Pizza Corner. The large swimming pool is set in landscaped tropical gardens. There is a small boutique offering essential items as well as some local products for sale.
Kendwa Breezes Hotel
Kendwa Breezes Hotel is a small upper-mid range hotel which opened early in 2008 and is locally owned and managed.
 Location - Kendwa Breezes is on the north west coast in the Kendwa Rocks locality about 1.5 miles south of the village of Nungwi. It is approximately 1 hours drive from Stone Town and the Airport. Set on one of the nicest beaches on the island, this area of Zanzibar is less effected by the tides than the east coast so swimming in the ocean is available to guests even at low tide. Being on the west coast there are views of the magnificent sunsets experienced on Zanzibar.
Accommodation - At Kendwa Breezes there are 16 rooms, 8 of which are individual chalets and there are 4 chalets with 2 rooms. The spacious en-suite rooms (approximately 25 square metres) are airconditioned, have ceiling fans, mosquito nets and king size double traditional Zanzibar beds. Each room is large enough to take an additional bed for triple occupancy and some rooms have interconnecting doors for families. All rooms have a verandah with views of the ocean.
Facilities - The restaurant and bar, set in an elevated position, enjoy magnificent views over the beach and ocean. With 24 hour swimming in the ocean available to guests, there is no need for a swimming pool. The management can arrange scuba diving with one of the dive centres in Nungwi. The Hotel has internet, fax and telephone facility. A small shop will be added to the Hotel later in 2008.
Is a smart mid-range hotel which is locally owned and managed. When we visited alcohol was not served, but there are plenty of bars and restaurants nearby.
Location - Between Nungwi Village Beach Resort and Flame Tree Cottages right on the sea front adjacent to the village of Nungwi.
Accommodation - There are four two story buildings each with 4 rooms giving a total of 16 rooms. They are extremely clean with en-suite facilities, are airconditioned and have TV. Mosquito nets are usually in good order. There is a mix of double, triple and honeymoon rooms. Each room has a sea facing balconies.
Facilities - are limited, though there is a restaurant which serves simple but acceptable food. There are sunloungers near the beach and the palm trees provide shade from the mid-day sun. There are two dive centres within 5 minutes walk fo Smiles.
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