“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.

Simone Topolski
Simone Topolski Review published: 04/02/2010

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.
  • Restrictions on children

    • Children older than 16 years are welcome.
  • Wedding license

  • Eco

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Family Suites

  • Gourmet

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Opulent

  • Hideaway

  • Full of character

  • Designer

  • Outstanding location

  • Romantic Break

  • Barefoot Luxury

  • Colonial

  • Boutique

  • Wellbeing

  • Beach nearby

  • Chic

  • Traditional

  • Sea Views

  • Artworks

  • Restaurant

  • Grand Hotel

  • Spa

  • Beach Life

  • All inclusive

  • Charming

  • Luxury

  • Four poster beds

  • Intimate

  • Romantic

  • Views

  • Secluded setting

Facilities

  • Rooms

    6 rooms in this hotel
  • 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.
  • Car not required

  • Wedding license

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Bar

  • In room DVD

  • Outdoor dining

  • Family Suites

  • Parking

  • Massage

  • Business Centre

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Adult Only

  • Library

  • No pets

  • Private villas

  • Room service

  • Sitting Room

  • Garden

  • Restaurant

  • Spa

  • Bath robes

  • Concierge

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • In room music system

  • Four poster beds

  • Views

  • Air conditioning

  • Safe

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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