Secluded beaches, crystal clear waters, fascinating
history, delicious seafood, barefoot luxury at it best... Zanzibar
and Pemba offers some of the most unique tropical island experiences
with a mixture of paradise and cultural experiences making it
a 'must see' for any traveler venturing into east Africa. more>>>
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Tropical Island Resorts & Beach Lodges on Zanzibar
Emerson
& Green
The
second tallest building in Stone Town Zanzibar, the hotel
has been restored to its former glory when it was the residence
of one of the richest men in the Swahili Empire. Atmosphere
is of principal import as the furnishings are all original
Zanzibari antiques of varied origins and styles that, together,
create the impressions of Arabian Nights and sultan princesses
escaping in the dead of the night for romance. The ten guestrooms
are beautiful and romantic, each representing Zanzibari
traditions in a distinct way.
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Mnemba
Island Lodge
The
ultimate in barefoot luxury, Mnemba Island Lodge is situated
four km’s off the northeastern tip of Zanzibar Island
mainland. The Island is 1,5 km’s in circumference and
is surrounded by a tropical Indian Ocean coral reef. Once the
site of a volcano, Mnemba Island forms part of an atoll. It
is the ideal honeymoon location and offers privacy, exclusivity
and luxury within a relaxed beach environment.
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Star Inn
The
Shooting Star Inn is a tranquil oasis, a delightful refuge
from the world where you will escape the incessant chatter
of the city. You are only steps from a fine sandy beach, warm
tropical ocean waves, and sunny skies when you stay at The
Shooting Star Inn. Have a swim or browse through countless
thousands of our world-famous shells; no matter what your
beachy desires, they are right here, minutes away from your
home-away-from-home
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Zanzibar
Serena Inn
In the legendary
Stone Town of Zanzibar, the island whose very name evokes East
Africa's exotic past, stands Zanzibar Serena Inn. It has joined
the ranks of the world's finest resorts as a member of Small
Luxury Hotels of the World. This stunning property is set in
two historic seafront buildings that have been masterfully restored
to their previous grandeur, when Zanzibar was a crossroads visited
by travellers and merchants from all corners of the globe
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The
Dhow Palace
This
small yet luxurious hotel is situated in the heart of Zanzibar's
historic Stone Town, where East meets West. The hotel lounge
has an impressive selection of antique ornaments and furniture,
and adds to the relaxed ambience that is a Dhow Palace trademark.
The Roof-top restaurant offers a variety of seafood, local and
international cuisine as well as panoramic views of Zanzibar's
Stone Town and the Indian Ocean
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Breezes
Beach Club
Breezes is
a beautiful seventy room resort situated on the south east coast
of the Island of Zanzibar. The hotel has a unique charm and
has become renowned for its great attention to detail and tasteful
décor. Stroll for miles on a white sandy beach, dine
in candlelight overlooking the ocean, savour the taste of exotic
spices, discover the meaning of relaxation and enjoy an excellent
variety of recreational and dining facilities. At Breezes you
will re-visit days gone by and discover Zanzibar’s magic
in luxury and comfort. We promise you a holiday with a personal
touch and we will ensure that your visit to this fascinating
Island is a memorable one.
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Tembo
House Hotel
Tembo House
is strategically situated on the seafront of Stone Town, an
ideal location for relaxing after a day's sightseeing! The Tembo
House Hotel is a landmark amongst hotels in Zanzibar.
All rooms are spacious, and beautifully decorated with Oriental
and traditional Zanzibari ornaments, antiques and furniture
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Tropical
Island Beach Lodges on Pemba
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Fundu
Lagoon
Fundu
Lagoon is the epitome of "bare foot paradise"
with a distinct Robinson Crusoe air in a remote and not
easily accessible spot. It is a place for guests to relax
and unwind in casual, yet elegant surroundings. Fundu is
on Pemba Island, the sister island to Zanzibar lying across
the Pemba Channel to the north. The hotel is situated on
a remote and beautiful beach on the southwestern side of
the island and is only accessible by boat. There are nineteen
rooms, all the same and consisting of designer tents, set
under makuti (thatch) roofs on wooden decks and each with
a view over the sea.
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INFORMATION ON ZANZIBAR AND PEMBA
While commonly called Zanzibar, the island's name is actually
Unguja, and is part of the Zanzibar archipelago, which also includes
Pemba. Zanzibar got engaged to Tanzania relatively recently, after
a string of torrid affairs with the Sumerians, Assyrians, Egyptians,
Phoenicians, Indians, Chinese, Persians, Portuguese, Omani Arabs,
Dutch and English. But it was the Shirazi Persians and the Omani
Arabs who stayed to settle and rule - and it's their influence
that lingers most strongly.
Zanzibar's Stone Town is one of the most fascinating places on
Tanzania's east coast. It's a chaotic, and often crumbling, labyrinthine
cluster of winding streets lined with whitewashed coral-rag houses
with magnificently carved (but fast vanishing) brass-studded doors.
There are endless little shops, bazaars, mosques, courtyards an
old fort, two former sultans' palaces, two huge cathedrals, faded
colonial mansions, a disused Persian-style public bathhouse and
reminders of a once thriving slave trade. A combination of a beach
resort and a stay in Stone Town is recommended.
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