Hotels North Coast
The Long established Ras Nungwi 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 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 - There are 32 rooms all with airconditioning, are en-suite and very comfortably furnished. The Lodge Rooms at the rear and top of the site have 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
Langi Langi Beach "Bungalows"
We have known Langi Langi for many years and have seen it develop in to what we think is one of the premier hotels in Nungwi.
 Location - In the heart of the interesting fishing village of Nungwi at the very north of the island about 1 hour from Stone Town and the Airport.
Accommodation - There are 35 rooms in a variety of categories. All rooms are en-suite, have air-conditioning, ceiling fans, mosquito nets, fridge, telephone and safe deposit box. There are 15 Garden View Rooms which are compact, have small balconies and are ideal for people on a limited budget. The 7 Pool View Rooms look over the swimming pool and lush tropical gardens. There is a recent addition of sea facing rooms/suites, all with direct sea views and furniture and fittings which rival some of the best and most expensive hotels on Zanzibar. There are 5 Sea View Rooms, 3 Junior Suites and 5 Royal Zanzibari Suites of exceptionally generous size.
 Facilities - The good size swimming pool is set in the lush tropical gardens. The Marhaba Restaurant has one of the prime locations in Nungwi, if not Zanzibar, built on a deck over the beach/ocean where the dhows and fishing boats glide past. Traditional Zanzibari food is served, with an emphasis on fresh seafood. The Marhaba Café serves fresh coffees, teas and pastries. There is a massage deck, internet café, money change facility and full office service facility. A novel touch is that "Sele", the amiable Manager of Langi Langi conducts cooking classes using locally produce and local dishes.
Web: www.langilangizanzibar.com
 This gem of individually designed guest cottages 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 lush and 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 14 en-suite rooms, some with 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. Some 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. There is also a Honeymoon Suite.
Facilities - Breakfast is either served on the verandah of guests' rooms or in the dining area overlooking the gardens. Evening meals are generally served al-fresco at candle lit tables near the ocean. Flame Tree is close enough to several lively 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 East Africa Dive Centre just 3 minutes walk away.
web site http://www.flametreecottages.com
Doubletree By Hilton Resort - Zanzibar
Opened late in 2009, the Hotel brings the Hilton brand to Zanzibar, ideal for people wanting international style accommodation with an African touch.
 Location - In the fishing village of Nungwi at the north of the island one hour from Stone Town, facing the beach and Indian Ocean, its location allows guests to see and feel village life as it is for local people. Its location also affords guests unparalleled views of the fishing boats as they sail out and back from the fishing grounds off the Nungwi peninsular.
Accommodation - The 100 spacious bedrooms are located in 3 storey blocks and achieve the high standard of facilities and furnishings expected of an international style hotel. All rooms are en-suite, airconditioned with flat screen satellite TV, internet access, safe, tea & coffee making facilities and minibar. Large French windows lead on to a balcony. There are three grades of rooms, Standard Rooms with views over the pool area, Deluxe Rooms with sea views and Suites comprising of two rooms with full sea views. There are rooms specifically designed for disabled people. Accommodation can be bed & breakfast, half or full board or All Inclusive.
 Facilities - There are three restaurants ranging from the more formal Ngalawa Restaurant with themed dinners and live entertainment, Sunset Grill & Views Bar Lounge serving international and fusion cuisin, and Fishermans Restaurant and Bar specialising in fresh seafood. Next to the freeform swimming pool is the Dolphin Pool bar which also served pizzas and snacks. There is a fitness room, a spa offering massage and beauty treatments, excursion desk with dedicated staff, gift shop, business centre with meeting and conference facilities, yoga sessions and beach and watersport activities. The family-friendly hotel offers childrens menus, highchairs, cots and a baby sitting service.
Web: doubletree.hilton.co.uk/zanzibarnungwi
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
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.
Dafu Hotel
Previously known as Smiles Hotel, the hotel has been acquired by a local merchant and has been given a total make over.
Location - On the sea front in the northern part of Nungwi village.
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, mosquito nets, tea/coffee making facilities and personal safes. There is a mix of double, triple and honeymoon rooms. Each room has a sea facing balcony.
Facilities - The restaurant has been renovated and extended and serves local dishes as well as international cuisine. There are sun loungers near the beach and the palm trees provide shade from the mid-day sun. An in-house yoga programme is available and there is wi-fi facility. There are two dive centres within 5 minutes walk from Dafu.
Web: www.dafu-zanzibar.com
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