Photo of The Palms, Zanzibar

“Six luxurious villas and a sophisticated restaurant with a relaxed feel and terrific location. Rustling coconut palms, white powder sand and the warm waves of the Indian Ocean combine to create a stunning recluse for the discerning traveler.”

“Six luxurious villas and a sophisticated restaurant with a relaxed feel and terrific location. Rustling coconut palms, white powder sand and the warm waves of the Indian Ocean combine to create a stunning recluse for the discerning traveler.”

Hotel Review

You quickly learn to say hakuna matata (no problem) at the Palms, where Zanzibar’s traditional taarab music – a jazzy mix of Arabic, Indian and African sounds – sums up the laid-back atmosphere. Under an immense African sky, it has a magical setting between tropical gardens and a beach of pure white sand. Villas house the six luxurious suites, a happy marriage of colonial and exotic local styles.
 

Written by Simone Topolski

Recommended For

  • Honeymoons
  • You would be hard pushed to find a more romantic or beautiful honeymoon hideaway.
  • Sailing
  • Try sailing in the Indian Ocean this holiday, we offer daily lessons to experience to sport and hiring for the more experienced.
  • Snorkelling
  • Treat yourself to some of Zanzibar’s amazing marine life and coastline and take a guided snorkelling trip out to the reef.
  • Learning
  • The resort runs classes “under the Palm trees” featuring Swahili classes and lessons on the History of Zanzibar.
  • Cooking classes
  • Cooking classes are organized regularly where guests learn to prepare some classical Swahili dishes.
  • Windsurfing
  • No better place to windsurf or kite board, lessons for beginners and equipment rental for pros!
  • Cycling
  • Rent some of the hotel bikes at low tide and explore the beach.
  • Hideaway
  • Romantic Break
  • Beach Life
  • Restrictions on children
  • Children older than 16 years are welcome.
  • Wedding license
  • Eco
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace
  • Family Suites
  • Gourmet
  • Sit-out Terrace
  • Opulent
  • Full of character
  • Designer
  • Outstanding location
  • Barefoot Luxury
  • Colonial
  • Boutique
  • Wellbeing
  • Beach nearby
  • Chic
  • Traditional
  • Sea Views
  • Artworks
  • Restaurant
  • Grand Hotel
  • Spa
  • All inclusive
  • Charming
  • Luxury
  • Four poster beds
  • Intimate
  • Romantic
  • Views
  • Secluded setting

Facilities

  • Swimming Pool
  • Each villa has a private plunge pool, and all have acces to the main pool overlooking the sea.
  • Wifi
  • WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and charges are applicable.
  • Restrictions on children
  • Children older than 16 years are welcome.
  • Airport transfer
  • Surcharge is applicable.
  • Shops
  • Gift shop.
  • Bar
  • Safe
  • In room music system
  • Sitting Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Adult Only
  • Massage
  • Car not required
  • Parking
  • Private villas
  • Restaurant
  • Library
  • Family Suites
  • Business Centre
  • Satellite / Cable TV
  • Garden
  • Sit-out Terrace
  • Outdoor dining
  • Wedding license
  • Bath robes
  • Four poster beds
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • No pets
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace
  • Views
  • Concierge
  • In room DVD

Activities

  • Sailing
  • Try sailing in the Indian Ocean this holiday, we offer daily lessons to experience to sport and hiring for the more experienced.
  • Snorkelling
  • Treat yourself to some of Zanzibar’s amazing marine life and coastline and take a guided snorkelling trip out to the reef.
  • Learning
  • The resort runs classes “under the Palm trees” featuring Swahili classes and lessons on the History of Zanzibar.
  • Cooking classes
  • Cooking classes are organized regularly where guests learn to prepare some classical Swahili dishes.
  • Windsurfing
  • No better place to windsurf or kite board, lessons for beginners and equipment rental for pros!
  • Cycling
  • Rent some of the hotel bikes at low tide and explore the beach.

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