Where to Stay in Zanzibar After Your Tanzania Safari
Zanzibar is the perfect beach extension after a Tanzania safari, but choosing the right area is very important. Nungwi is excellent for swimming, sunset views, beach restaurants and lively resort stays. Kendwa is one of the best choices for calm white-sand beaches, honeymoon relaxation and luxury beachfront resorts. Paje is ideal for kitesurfing, boutique hotels, younger travelers, beach culture and a more active East Coast atmosphere.
At Safaris Mate, we help travelers choose the right Zanzibar hotel based on budget, beach preference, travel style and safari route. Whether you are looking for a luxury honeymoon resort, a family-friendly beach hotel, a boutique oceanfront stay or a more affordable beach accommodation, our team can recommend the best option and combine it with your safari package for better value.
The hotels below are arranged by location to make your choice easier. Nungwi suits travelers who want activity and beach life, Kendwa is perfect for calm sunsets and romantic comfort, while Paje is best for kitesurfers, boutique beach stays and relaxed island energy.
Browse our carefully selected Zanzibar accommodations below. If you are unsure whether to stay in Nungwi, Kendwa or Paje, contact Safaris Mate and we will match your Zanzibar beach stay with your safari itinerary, budget and holiday style.
Nungwi Hotels & Resorts
Luxury All-Inclusive Beach Resort
Riu Palace Zanzibar
Nungwi, North Zanzibar
Elegant all-inclusive beachfront resort in Nungwi, ideal for travelers who want refined comfort, ocean views and a relaxing beach stay after safari.
Facilities
Beachfront rooms & villas • 24-hour all-inclusive • Swimming pools • Spa • Gym • Restaurants • Bars • Ocean views
Perfect For All-Inclusive Luxury
Luxury Boutique Resort
Essque Zalu Zanzibar
Nungwi Village, North Zanzibar
Stylish five-star resort near Nungwi with spacious suites, villas, oceanfront ambience and a refined boutique-style island atmosphere.
Facilities
Suites & villas • Infinity pool • Spa • Restaurants • Ocean views • Family facilities • Jetty setting
Perfect For Stylish Luxury Stay
Modern Beach Hotel
Nungwi Dreams by Mantis
Nungwi, North Zanzibar
Modern beachfront hotel with a calm atmosphere, suitable for couples and travelers who prefer comfort away from the busiest beach crowds.
Facilities
Ocean-view rooms • Swimming pool • Restaurant • Bar • Beach access • Modern rooms • Quiet atmosphere
Perfect For Modern Beach Comfort
Beach Resort
Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort
Nungwi, North Zanzibar
Large beachfront resort with tropical gardens, pools and easy beach access, suitable for couples and families after safari.
Facilities
Beachfront rooms • Swimming pools • Restaurants • Spa • Gardens • Family-friendly facilities • Beach activities
Perfect For Couples & Families
Boutique Beach Hotel
The Z Hotel Zanzibar
Nungwi Beach
Boutique beachfront hotel in Nungwi, ideal for travelers who want style, beach access and a lively coastal atmosphere.
Facilities
Beachfront rooms • Restaurant • Bar • Swimming pool • Tropical garden • Modern room amenities
Perfect For Boutique Beach Style
Secluded Beach Hotel
Warere Beach Hotel
East of Nungwi, North Zanzibar
Peaceful beach hotel on the quieter side of Nungwi, ideal for guests who want ocean views, privacy and relaxed Zanzibari hospitality.
Facilities
Beachfront rooms • Bungalows • Swimming pool • Restaurant • Poolside bar • Beach access • Ocean views • Quiet setting
Perfect For Quiet Beach Escape
Beach Resort
My Blue Hotel Zanzibar
Nungwi, North Zanzibar
Relaxed beach hotel in Nungwi, suitable for travelers who want beach access, sunset atmosphere, comfort and easy connection to village life.
Facilities
Beachfront location • Swimming pools • Spa • Fitness centre • Restaurants • Bars • Snorkeling • Free Wi-Fi
Perfect For Beach & Sunset Stay
Mid-Range Beach Hotel
Amaan Beach Bungalows
Nungwi Beach
Popular beachfront option in Nungwi for travelers looking for a simple, lively and good-value beach stay after safari.
Facilities
Beach access • Swimming pool • Restaurant • Bar • Dive centre nearby • Simple rooms • Central Nungwi location
Perfect For Affordable Nungwi Beach
Kendwa Hotels & Resorts
Luxury Beach Resort
Zuri Zanzibar
Kendwa, North Zanzibar
Luxury resort with bungalows, suites and villas set in tropical gardens near one of Zanzibar’s most beautiful beaches.
Facilities
Bungalows & villas • Tropical gardens • Beach access • Swimming pool • Spa • Restaurants • Yoga • Wellness activities
Perfect For Luxury Beach Escape
Luxury Beach Resort
Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa
Kendwa Beach
Elegant luxury resort on Kendwa’s white-sand beach, known for beach relaxation, sunsets, spa and refined comfort.
Facilities
Beachfront rooms • Swimming pool • Spa • Restaurants • Fitness centre • Sunset views • Private beach atmosphere
Perfect For Honeymoon & Sunsets
Exclusive Luxury Retreat
Kilindi Zanzibar
Near Kendwa, North Zanzibar
Exclusive luxury retreat with private pavilions and a romantic atmosphere, ideal for honeymooners and high-end beach escapes.
Facilities
Private pavilions • Plunge pools • Ocean views • Restaurant • Spa treatments • Personalized service • Romantic setting
Perfect For Romantic Privacy
Beach Hotel
Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel
Kendwa Beach
Popular beachfront hotel for travelers who want a relaxed beach stay with music, activities and a social atmosphere.
Facilities
Beach rooms • Restaurant • Bar • Beach activities • Swimming pool • Social atmosphere • Direct beach access
Perfect For Social Beach Stay
Beach Accommodation
Sunset Kendwa Beach Hotel
Kendwa Beach
Simple beachfront stay on Kendwa, suitable for travelers who want direct beach access and a relaxed island feel.
Facilities
Beach access • Restaurant • Bar • Garden setting • Ocean views • Relaxed atmosphere • Sunset beach location
Perfect For Relaxed Kendwa Stay
Boutique Beach Stay
Natural Kendwa Villa
Kendwa, North Zanzibar
Small boutique-style accommodation in Kendwa, suitable for travelers who want a relaxed stay close to the beach without luxury resort prices.
Facilities
Comfortable rooms • Swimming pool • Restaurant • Garden setting • Beach access nearby • Free Wi-Fi • Relaxed atmosphere
Perfect For Value Near Kendwa Beach
Paje Hotels & Resorts
Luxury Villas & Spa
Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa
Paje, East Coast
High-end villa resort in Paje, ideal for honeymooners, families and luxury travelers who want privacy and beach comfort.
Facilities
Luxury villas • Private pools • Spa • Beach access • Restaurants • Bars • Kite centre • Family-friendly spaces
Perfect For Private Luxury Villas
Beach Resort
Kisiwa On The Beach
Paje Beach
Elegant all-villa beachfront resort in Paje offering comfort, oceanfront relaxation and easy access to East Coast beach life.
Facilities
Beach villas • Swimming pool • Restaurant • Spa • Ocean views • Tropical gardens • Beach access
Perfect For Elegant Beach Comfort
Boutique Beach Hotel
Dhow Inn Boutique Hotel
Paje Beach
Boutique hotel in Paje blending Swahili style with modern comfort, popular for beach stays, dining and water sports.
Facilities
Boutique rooms • Four pools • Restaurant • Stylish bar • Garden setting • Watersports • Beach access nearby
Perfect For Boutique Paje Style
Adults-Only Boutique Hotel
Amani Boutique Hotel
Paje, East Coast
Adults-only boutique hotel in Paje, ideal for couples looking for quiet beachfront elegance and personalized service.
Facilities
Boutique rooms • Beachfront setting • Restaurant • Pool • Adults-only atmosphere • Personalized service
Perfect For Couples & Quiet Stays
Beach Resort
Cristal Resort Paje
Paje Beach
Relaxed beachfront resort in Paje with a natural island feel, suitable for active travelers and affordable beach holidays.
Facilities
Beach bungalows • Swimming pool • Restaurant • Bar • Beach access • Kitesurfing nearby • Relaxed atmosphere