The Residence

The Residence Zanzibar incorporates various influences of the island’s history to create a unique ambiance where guests are indulged in an elegant and sophisticated yet casual atmosphere. The Swahili, Omani, English and Indian influences will ensure a delightful journey of unsurpassed service, gastronomy and thorough wellbeing.

Every one of the 66 stand-alone villas has its very own private swimming pool in which to bask in the sun and hide from the other guests. A real luxury for those seeking serenity and seclusion.

This luxurious all-villa resort is a proud member of Leading Hotels of the World and the only member in Tanzania.

Location
Located just 55 minutes from the airport and the capital Stone Town, The Residence Zanzibar lies on a mile-long powdery white sand beach,nflanked by coconut palm trees and the warmbwaters of the Indian Ocean.

Villas
All 66 villas are luxuriously appointed with contemporary, stylish furniture reminiscent of the island’s African and Omani heritage. They are divided into 6 categories:
• 34 Luxury Garden Pool Villas - 155 m2*
• 13 LuxuryOcean Front Pool Villas - 155m2*
• 11 PrestigeOcean Front Pool Villas - 194m2*
• 5 Frangipani Garden Pool Villas - 234 m2*
• 2FrangipaniOceanFrontPoolVillas -234m2*
• 1 Presidential OceanFront Villa - 468 m2*
*with deck & pool
Every villa features satellite TV, CD/DVD player, direct dial telephone, hairdryer, bath robes, mosquito nets, personal safe, tea and coffee making facilities, broadband internet access, air-conditioning and overhead fans. On the deck outside, overlooking a private swimming pool (30 – 35 m2 and 1.2 m deep), wicker chairs and day bed.

Services
• Private butler service
• Complimentary in-limo amenities, cold towels, chilled water and cookies
• In-villa guest registration
• Unpacking and packing service
• In-villa complimentary amenities will include fresh fruits, bottled water, chocolates, cookies, a choice of herbal teas • Complimentary sorbets, iced water and fruit skewers offered on the beach
• 24-hour in-villa dining
• A huge swimming pool (41 m x 14 m)
• 1 Boutique
• DVD Library
• Bicycles for each villa
• Golf buggy transportation
• In-house laundry and dry cleaning
• Broadband Internet access in villas
• Tour and excursion service

Activities
The following complimentary watersports, landsports and activties are available:
• Tennis Court
• Bicycles
• Fitness Centre
• Kayak
• Pedal boat
• HobieCat
• Snorkelling

The following activities can be organised at an additional charge:
• Kite surfing
• Deep-sea fishing
• Dolphin safari
• Dhow cruise
• Scuba diving

Restaurants and Bars
The Dining Room (For breakfast, lunch and dinner). This central restaurant offers international dishes with a hint of Zanzibar “spice”.
The Pavilion Restaurant (Dinner 7.00pm – 10.30pm). Dinner is filled with the warmth and colours of Zanzibar and brings to life the very best of Middle-Eastern, Greek, Turkish and Mediterranean food.
Beach & Poolside (Lunch 12 noon – 4.00pm). The menu includes a selection of salads, fresh seafood, fritters and pasta.
In-villa private dining. Available for breakfast, lunch and dinner, guests can enjoy the elegant and refined experience of dining on their private deck (no extra cost for
the delivery).
Sundown Special (6.00pm – 7.30pm). Cocktails and canapés are served around the pool or on the Pontoon.
The Library Bar. Guests will step back into colonial splendour and follow Dr Livingstone’s journey. They can leaf through books whilst indulging in an old malt whisky or a more traditional aperitif.
The Dining Room Bar. The Dining Room Bar gives a taste of old Persia with local wood and a hammered copper bar.

Kids Activities
From 4 - 12 years, free of charge (Open daily 9.00am- 5.00pm). The Residence Zanzibar offers daily activities. Trained staff will entertain the children and introduce them to the wonders that Zanzibar and the local community have to offer.
Babysitting available at extra charge.

Excursions
• Stone Town is the vibrant cultural heart of Zanzibar and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• The Jozani Natural Forest Reserve is home to the rare Red Colobus Monkey and Dolphin Safari (20min. only fromhotel), unique to Zanzibar.
• Spice Plantations to discover the history of Zanzibar, based on the trade of cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, pepper andmany other spices.
• Prison Island lies just off Stone Town ideal for snorkelling and host to giant tortoises, originating from the Seychelles.
• Ruins of Persian baths and Omani palaces can be seen in various locations on the island.

The Spa
The Spa has 6 treatment pavilions, nestled amongst 2 hectares of beautiful gardens. Each luxuriously appointed pavilion leads directly onto a private garden with outdoor shower, bathtub and relaxation area. French therapist Jean MarcWeill has created an array of massages exclusively for the Spa at The Residence Zanzibar.
All the beauty treatments have been entrusted to The luxury French cosmetic brand Carita.
Hair Spa and Hairdresser Pavilion. In a luxurious and relaxing pavilion, guests can experience hairdresser services. They can also benefit from high performing treatments at the Carita Hair Spa to obtain visible results thanks to Carita‘s amazing product innovations and dream formulas.
Ohashiatsu®Pavilion. The Residence Zanzibar Spa is the first hotel spa in the world to provide the Ohashiatsu® concept. More than a massage, this energy-based
protocol created by MrWataru Ohashi combines the use of acupressure points, exercise and an Oriental diagnosis to offer relaxation in a completely beneficial and holistic way.

This is the most luxurious hotel in Zanzibar and adds a new dimension to villa style accommodation.  The villas are all extremely well appointed and the main swimming pool is beautiful.  We strongly recommend this as an alternative to the style of hotel normally found in Mauritius or The Seychelles.