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Presidential Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront | Beach/ocean view
Exterior
Luxury Villa, 1 Bedroom (Alfajiri) | Living area
Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Korongo) | Terrace/patio
Luxury Villa, 1 Bedroom (Alfajiri) | Beach/ocean view

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Dongwe, Dongwe
  • Place, Dongwe Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Paje Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Kite Centre Zanzibar
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury Villa, 1 Bedroom (Kimwondo) | Garden view

Luxury Villa, 1 Bedroom (Kimwondo)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Luxury Villa, 1 Bedroom (Alfajiri) | Terrace/patio

Luxury Villa, 1 Bedroom (Alfajiri)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Villa, 1 Bedroom (Umande) | Terrace/patio

Standard Villa, 1 Bedroom (Umande)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Presidential Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Mbingu) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Presidential Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Mbingu)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Korongo) | Terrace/patio

Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Korongo)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Mlima)

Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Mlima) | Terrace/patio

Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Mlima)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Luxury Villa, 1 Bedroom (Mawimbi) | Terrace/patio

Luxury Villa, 1 Bedroom (Mawimbi)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Private Villa Mawingu | Terrace/patio

Private Villa Mawingu

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Presidential Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront | Terrace/patio

Presidential Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront

  • Ocean view
  • 300 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Xanadu Luxury Villas & Retreat Zanzibar

Spend the day relaxing on the beach or pampering yourself at Xanadu Luxury Villas & Retreat Zanzibar's full-service spa.
Xanadu Luxury Villas & Retreat Zanzibar offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features private pools and a safe. Rooms open to furnished patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate dining areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Kiota Spa has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology. The spa is open daily.
During your stay at Xanadu Luxury Villas & Retreat Zanzibar, you're just a quick walk from Dongwe Beach. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a full-service spa are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy local and international cuisine while dining at Xanadu
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Indulge with Swedish massages, facials or body scrubs at Kiota Spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes bicycles to rent
  • Steps from Dongwe Beach and a 4-minute drive from Bwejuu Beach
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
Xanadu Luxury Villas & Retreat Zanzibar is an all-inclusive hotel. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Xanadu Luxury Villas & Retreat Zanzibar offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the luxury Xanadu Luxury Villas & Retreat Zanzibar. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Dongwe hotel is smoke free.

Xanadu – This restaurant specialises in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Reservations are required.

All-inclusive details

This hotel is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All meals and snacks included
In-room minibar (all beverages included)
Number or type of beverages limited at one or more venues

Activities and facilities/equipment

All on-site activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.

Water activities

Kayaking
Snorkelling

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Xanadu

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private pool

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Living room
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Xanadu Luxury Villas & Retreat Zanzibar

Children and extra beds

  • Children 5 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 5 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for TZS 800.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: TZS 13003.15 per person, per night
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 12.00 per cent will be charged

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: TZS 150 per vehicle (return, maximum occupancy 5)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: TZS 800.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Xanadu Luxury Villas & Retreat Zanzibar offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation 72 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their passport before arrival. Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 5 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Xanadu Luxury Villas & Retreat Zanzibar Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and the Villas stunning and unique!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kwabena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply amazing experience at this property! My wife and I spent our honeymoon here and had the greatest time. The food was on point and our butler (Adil) made our time there unforgettable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fereen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
🌿 A Hidden Paradise: Xanadu Villas, Zanzibar After exploring countless options across Zanzibar, my husband and I ultimately chose Xanadu Villas to celebrate my birthday — and it turned out to be one of the best travel decisions we’ve ever made. We’ve traveled extensively around the world, always seeking privacy, personalized service, and genuine luxury rather than large, impersonal resorts. Xanadu Villas exceeded every expectation. From the very moment they picked us up at the airport, the experience began — and it was nothing short of amazing. Every detail, from the warm welcome letter to the effortless transfer to the villa, made us feel that something truly special awaited us at Xanadu. When we arrived, it felt like stepping into a secluded dream — intimate, elegant, and perfectly curated. Our private butler, Thomas, was exceptional. His attentiveness, professionalism, and kindness elevated the entire experience. Every detail — from the candlelit dinners to the spontaneous, thoughtful touches throughout our stay — reflected an impeccable standard of hospitality. And the food — truly unforgettable. I can confidently say it’s among the best I’ve ever had in my life. Each dish was beautifully presented, bursting with flavor and freshness. We’ve found ourselves craving those meals ever since — so much that we’re already planning another trip just to relive them. Another thing that stood out was the flawless attention to detail. Every time we left our villa for breakfas
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Masato

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
新婚旅行でXanadu Luxury Villas & Retreat Zanzibarに宿泊しました。ここでの体験は、私たちの人生で本当に忘れられないものになりました。 英語はあまり得意ではない私たちでしたが、各ヴィラには専属のバトラーが付き、滞在中のあらゆることをサポートしてくれたので安心して過ごせました。フローティングブレックファストやダウ船でのクルーズなど、アクティビティの場面でも常に寄り添い、細やかな気配りをしてくれて感動しました。 さらに、新婚旅行での利用だと伝えたところ、ヴィラをアップグレードしていただき、美しい飾り付けまで用意してくれて、特別な思い出になりました。 スタッフの温かいおもてなしのおかげで、心から幸せを感じる最高のハネムーンになりました。ザンジバルで特別な滞在を考えている方には、ぜひおすすめしたいリゾートです。
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zainab

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Hanspeter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024