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Upendo Beach Boutique Hotel Zanzibar

Resort

Michamvi Kae Road, Zanzibar

10 nights, 2 adults

USD$7,981

Includes taxes and charges

10 nights, 2 adults

USD$7,981

Includes taxes and charges

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
13 mentions

Great staff and good food

Staff, room, food, cocktails

Great location
10 mentions

Plus we were right on the beach

Absolutely fabulous stay - setting & location perfect, rooms amazing, food delic…

Comfortable rooms
8 mentions

Our room in the villa was amazing, big, with alla the amenities needed, and I lo…

The room was spacious, unique, and perfectly well maintained

Clean rooms
2 mentions

clean

Beautiful hotel, so clean and comfortable

Breakfast available
2 mentions

Breakfast, dinner, service, a beautiful delivery of Serena and her crew

Breakfast is good and the hotel offer all you need to do snorkeling

Pool
2 mentions

The restaurant and pool area have nice view over The Rock restaurant

Overview

Situated along a secluded white sand tidal beach on Michamvi Peninsula, Upendo Beach is a boutique hotel featuring 3 luxury villas with stylish furnishing and a restaurant with infinity pool. The largest of the three beachfront villas encompasses 6 suites, a private swimming pool, decks and sea view. This large villa can be booked on exclusive basis by families or groups, or the suites can be individually booked. All suites are located within the 6 bedroom villa. Two additional beachfront luxury villas, suitable for couples or single travellers, feature a large bedroom with sea view and a private roof top with swimming pool and sun deck. The beach bar and restaurant offers fresh seafood, local and international cuisine and views of The Rock Restaurant. Guests can also enjoy Sunday brunch accompanied by music. Luxury spa services are offered within the privacy of the suite or villa. Upendo Beach is located just 100 m from Pingwe village and 13 km from Paje village. Zanzibar Airport is 60 km away. 24-hour management and butler service is available.

Traveller reviews

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Punneet

family_with_children

January 6, 2026

10

So relaxing, came back home feeling revitalised.

The experience was amazing. Great staff and good food. Plus we were right on the beach. We came back relaxed and refreshed. Highly recommend

J

Jeremy

extended_group

August 13, 2025

10

Absolutely fabulous stay - setting & location perfect, rooms amazing, food delicious and staff fantastic! Goef, Theo & Claudia looked after our every need - we will be back!

G

Georges

family_with_children

April 8, 2024

8

Excellent for relaxing a few days - especially in low season !

Staff, room, food, cocktails

M

Maria

couple

March 16, 2024

8

Very cool bohemian vibes. Excellent food. nice facilities. clean. Great for couples.

T

The Cabin

couple

February 21, 2024

9

9/10 will definitely recommend. The accommodation is stunning!

They need some more vegan options, but the location right opposite ThRock Restaurant was out of this world!

M

Mia

couple

February 11, 2024

10

Awesome BoHo with amazing design and top service on all ends

An extremely stylish and friendly BoHo with an amazing combination of wood and stone architecture. Breakfast, dinner, service, a beautiful delivery of Serena and her crew. Love each part of it!

V

Valeria

couple

January 20, 2024

10

Incredible place to detox from everything

One of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been, without doubts. Just in the beach, in front of the rock restaurant, with interior and exterior spaces incredibly well decorated. Our room in the villa was amazing, big, with alla the amenities needed, and I loved we have a pool just for 3/4 rooms and so many outdoor sofas and chairs. They also offer teas, coffees and snacks in the room that are very good. Breakfast is good and the hotel offer all you need to do snorkeling. I loved the spa services (gave and feet massages were super). Staff is kind and the restaurant is quite good.

I

Ifeoma

couple

December 31, 2023

9

The facilities at the hotel were fantastic. The room was spacious, unique, and perfectly well maintained. The staff were exceptional; the food and drinks were fantastic. Being right on the beach was perfect.

S

stefano

couple

November 17, 2023

10

Amazing stay in the perfect villa with stunning view, food and services

Our stay at Upendo Beach Boutique in Zanzibar was truly exceptional. Claudia, our dedicated butler, personalized every moment with attention and warmth. Serena, the Italian manager, ensured perfection in every detail. The resort's design, luxurious accommodations, and friendly staff, led by Serena, created a welcoming atmosphere. The culinary experience was exquisite, and the beachfront location added to the serenity. I highly recommend Upendo Beach Boutique for a luxurious and memorable stay in Zanzibar. Thanks to Claudia, Serena, and the entire team for making our experience unforgettable. Kwaheri e asante sana!

A

Aoife

extended_group

October 13, 2023

10

Beautiful hotel, so clean and comfortable. Staff were so friendly and helpful. Excellent location. Pure relaxation.

R

Roberto

couple

August 17, 2023

10

Staying at Upendo was a fantastic experience we won’t easily forget. Everything was exceptional!

We booked the villa for a special occasion and must say that it made the occasion very special indeed. Everything is tastefully decorated, with a modern style that provides comfort, but also African traditional details that remind you of Zanzibar. The villa is located right on the beach, so at high tide the sea is less than 1 meter away, which is a very pleasant experience. At night, hearing the sound of the waves is very relaxing but perhaps too “noisy” for those who are very light sleepers. The staff was very helpful and kind at all times. The restaurant and pool area have nice view over The Rock restaurant. They serve a variety of drinks and dishes to cater for many different tastes.

F

Fikret

couple

April 10, 2023

10

I would definitely stay here again.

The food and views were so good, we hardly wanted to leave the hotel premises. Staff are very accommodating and friendly.

H

Henry

couple

April 9, 2023

10

Absolutely outstanding location and service. Very beautiful rooms. Will definitely return.

H

Henry

couple

April 9, 2023

10

Absolutely outstanding location and service. Very beautiful rooms. Will definitely return.

H

Henry

couple

April 9, 2023

10

Absolutely outstanding location and service. Very beautiful rooms. Will definitely return.

E

Elke

couple

March 14, 2023

9

the setting, the staff, the details in the service and the food were just amazing. I

gorgeous location, beautiful interior design, paradisiacal setting

S

Sandra

extended_group

February 7, 2023

9

fantastic stay

super nice place, super sweet staff. it would be a fantastic place for couples to stay in. beautiful place just opposite the rock restaurant. sunrises are spectacular!

M

Michele

couple

November 6, 2022

10

Unreal location, great villa, amazing food & lovely staff.

Beautiful location, really lovely & spacious villa. Great attention to detail with the decor & layout. The food was delicious too & reasonably priced. The staff arranged out transfer & a massage before getting there & the staff were really attentive We would 💯 stay here again.

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Laura

family_with_children

October 24, 2022

10

Beautiful and Perfect in every way!

everything was superb! from the Villa, the view, the food and the amazing hospitality from Geoff. An amazing holiday!

S

Sheree

couple

October 16, 2022

10

A little slice of heaven in paradise ❤️ Wonderful stay.

Upendo is absolutely beautiful and a little slice of heaven in paradise. The staff are so warm, friendly and nothing is too much. The food at the restaurant is wonderful, fantastic chefs, and a lot of choice. Our room was so beautiful and spacious with a fantastic view of the rock. We had a fantastic 4 days of our honeymoon here, so relaxing, and would definitely recommend.

Facilities

Activities

Fishing, Massage, Diving, Snorkelling, Beachfront, Beauty Services, Facial treatments, Manicure, Pedicure, Body scrub, Spa facilities, Yoga classes, Beach, Tour or class about local culture, Cooking class, Live music/performance

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Entertainment and family services

Board games/puzzles

Food & Drink

Kid meals, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Breakfast options, Coffee house on site, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast in the room, Restaurant, Bar

Food & drink safety

Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered

General

Bicycle parking, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Safety deposit box, WiFi available in all areas, Air conditioning

Internet

WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services

Outdoors

Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor furniture

Parking

Parking on site, Free parking, Parking, Accessible parking

Physical distancing

Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed

Pool and wellness

Swimming Pool, Pool with view, Pool/beach towels, Swimming pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

24-hour security, CCTV in common areas, Fire extinguishers

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property

Self check-in

Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive

Services

Ironing service, Packed lunches, Room service, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Daily housekeeping, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Luggage storage

Transport

Airport pick up, Airport drop off

Double or Twin Room with Sea View

Located in the 6 bedroom villa, on the first floor Guest can benefit of the villa's swimming pool with sun beds. This master room with ensuite bathroom comes with air conditioning, ceiling fan, mosquito net, safe and mini bar.

Max 2 guests 20 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Junior Suite with Garden View

Located in the 6 bedroom villa, this garden facing suite features a pool with loungers and seating area,, an en-suite bathroom, a communal dining area and a kitchen. It comes with air conditioning, a tea-and-coffee-making facility, a mosquito net, a safe robes, towels and toiletries. Guests can benefit from a butler service.

Max 2 guests 25 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Suite with Balcony

The pool with a view is a top feature of this suite. Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite comes with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The unit has a minibar, sea views, a balcony and wine/champagne is available for guests. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 23 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Suite with Sea View

Guests will have a special experience as this suite offers a pool with a view. Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite is comprised of 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. The unit features a minibar, sea views, a balcony and wine/champagne is featured for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 32 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Suite with Sea View

The suite is located in the 6 bedroom villa and has king size double bed with mosquito net, en-suite bathroom and seating area. It comes with air conditioning, ceiling fan, mini bar, safe and en-suite bathroom with luxury amenities. Guests can benefit from a butler service and can enjoy a pool with sun beds

Max 4 guests 35 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 14:00 to 23:59
Check-outFrom 00:00 until 11:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPlease inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 11:32 PM

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