Essque Zalu Zanzibar
Nungwi Beach
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15 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
15 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“The staff were superbarb”
“Grounds, pool, jetty and generally the reception staff”
“Decorations and our room was great”
“Bathroom was new and looks good”
“Great access to the beach”
“Great staff, amazing location, for next time: maybe more fruits available, espec…”
“Particularly the pool boys who went above and beyond especially Mahmoud”
“The views are superb, pool area is great, clean pool towels daily and comfortabl…”
“Our room was beautiful, impeccably clean, and very comfortable, with great atten…”
“The breakfast spread was excellent”
“We were also impressed by the high quality of the food served on every occasion …”
Overview
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.
Traveller reviews
Mwamba
couple
June 10, 2026
“Beautiful”
Everything was nice we loved it
Diana
solo_traveller
June 7, 2026
Amazing!!! The staff were superbarb. Faustine and the lady at the hotel can't remember her name. Our nickname was baby 😅😅
Gokce
couple
June 4, 2026
Decorations and our room was great
Makek
couple
June 4, 2026
“Quite and peaceful stay at Essque Zalu”
Grounds, pool, jetty and generally the reception staff
Mamotlhoki Amber
extended_group
May 19, 2026
“A complete perfect place for a tourist”
Everything was perfect
Wang'ombe
couple
May 18, 2026
“Value for money!!!”
Very good views. Great access to the beach. The facility is near most other tourist sites. The staff are very accommodating. The breakfast spread was excellent
Evans
couple
May 10, 2026
“Not a great experience at all I wouldn’t recommend it to anyone”
Bathroom was new and looks good
Ramothwala
solo_traveller
May 9, 2026
The Accomodation and the was very friendly and useful
Henry
family_with_children
April 18, 2026
Not much
Agnes-Senga
solo_traveller
April 18, 2026
The spacious rooms, the staff were great. The food delicious.most things were great.
Elgars
couple
April 9, 2026
Everything. One of the best places I’ve stayed at.
Cosmina
family_with_children
April 1, 2026
“We recommend it, but we don’t look for perfection and the place was worth for our family time.”
Great staff, amazing location, for next time: maybe more fruits available, especially for an amazing place like Zanzi 🤗🤗🌺😎❤️
Liberty
couple
March 29, 2026
“The perfect getaway! P”
The location is amazing. The deck is absolutely stunning and the rooms are incredibly spacious and very comfortable.
Animesh
couple
March 11, 2026
“Would definitely recommend for people to stay here.”
Great property. Great views. Very good staff.
Linus
couple
February 21, 2026
“The stay was excellent 👍 Many thanks to your team”
Excellent accommodation, staff, food, security and location. Beautiful views. Brilliant Sunset. Paradise is the word.
DD
couple
February 19, 2026
“Superb staff in this hotel make the holiday.”
The staff are exceptional, kind and welcoming. The views are superb, pool area is great, clean pool towels daily and comfortable dining area.
Farzan
couple
February 13, 2026
“Fabulous”
It was amazing and the staff were really friendly
QIAN
family_with_children
January 22, 2026
everything is nice except food.
Lily
solo_traveller
January 19, 2026
“Lovely staff and Room sizes but expensive food and facilities were not up to speed.”
The staff were lovely, very warm and welcoming. Particularly the pool boys who went above and beyond especially Mahmoud
Michael
couple
January 19, 2026
We had an amazing experience at this hotel and would gladly return. What truly made the difference was the exceptional kindness and helpfulness of the entire staff from reception to housekeeping to the restaurant team, everyone went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and at home. Our room was beautiful, impeccably clean, and very comfortable, with great attention to detail that made our stay even more pleasant. We were also impressed by the high quality of the food served on every occasion from breakfast to dinner, everything was fresh and delicious. This hotel is a perfect example of hospitality done right. Thank you to all the staff for making our stay so special!
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible, Toilet with grab rails, Emergency cord in bathroom
Activities
Open-air bath, Beauty Services, Facial treatments, Waxing services, Manicure, Pedicure, Body treatments, Body scrub, Body wrap, Spa facilities, Steam room, Spa lounge/relaxation area, Foot bath, Spa/wellness packages, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Couples massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Massage chair, Fitness, Yoga classes, Fitness/spa locker rooms, Temporary art galleries, Walking tours, Bike tours, Themed dinner nights, Happy hour, Tour or class about local culture, Cooking class, Live music/performance, Live sport events (broadcast), Aerobics, Beach, Sauna, Fitness centre, Fishing, Games room, Spa and wellness centre, Massage, Children's playground, Billiards, Table tennis, Windsurfing, Darts, Hot tub/Jacuzzi, Cycling, Hammam, Diving, Horse riding, Snorkelling, Private beach area, Entertainment staff, Water sport facilities on site, Kids' club, Beachfront, Evening entertainment, Water park
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, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles, Indoor play area, Kids' outdoor play equipment
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Kid-friendly buffet, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Coffee house on site, Special diet menus (on request), Snack bar, Breakfast in the room, Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Safety deposit box, Soundproof rooms, Minimarket on site, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor furniture, Picnic area
Parking
Accessible parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Free parking, Parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Water slide, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas, Pool/beach towels, Kids' pool, Swimming pool, Swimming Pool
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Key card access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, 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, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive
Services
Shuttle service, Ironing service, Express check-in/check-out, Valet parking, Currency exchange, Packed lunches, Car hire, 24-hour front desk, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities, Barber/beauty shop, Airport shuttle, Babysitting/child services, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Concierge service, Luggage storage, Fax/photocopying, Tour desk, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge), Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Trouser press, Daily housekeeping
Transport
Public transport tickets
Garden View Suite King
These spacious suites have an outside terrace or balcony with garden views. They have a living area, a walk in closet and a bathroom with bidet and shower. Each suite is fitted with bathrobes, slippers and a hairdryer.
Garden View Suite Twin
The suite's kitchen, which has kitchenware and a tea and coffee maker, is available for cooking and storing food. The spacious suite features air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower.
Honeymoon Garden View
The suite's kitchen, which has kitchenware and a tea and coffee maker, is available for cooking and storing food. The spacious suite features air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower.
Partial Sea View Suite King
The suite's kitchen, which features kitchenware and a tea and coffee maker, is available for cooking and storing food. The spacious suite provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower.
Partial Sea View Suite Twin
The suite's kitchen, which features kitchenware and a tea and coffee maker, is available for cooking and storing food. The spacious suite offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower.
Sea View Suite King
These spacious suites have an outside terrace or balcony with sea views. They have a living area, a walk in closet and a bathroom with bidet and shower. Each suite is fitted with bathrobes, slippers and a hairdryer.
Superior Garden View Suite King
The suite's kitchen, which features kitchenware and a tea and coffee maker, is available for cooking and storing food. The spacious suite offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower.
Superior Garden View Suite Twin
The suite's kitchen, which features kitchenware and a tea and coffee maker, is available for cooking and storing food. The spacious suite provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower.
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