The best Honeymoon accommodations in Zanzibar

Zanzibar has become a go-to destination for couples seeking a blend of cultural discovery, water sports, and white-sand beaches on their honeymoon. This beautiful archipelago is located in the Indian Ocean, about 50 km (30 miles) off the coast of Tanzania in East Africa offers interesting cultural sights, pristine beaches, clear and warm waters, and rare wildlife, such as the red colobus monkey. The waters surrounding Zanzibar are home to a colorful array of coral reefs and marine life, making it a unique and breathtaking destination. Read more about the best beaches in Zanzibar here.

For couples seeking a more distinctive honeymoon experience than traditional beach destinations, Zanzibar is a great option. This guide provides everything you need to know about planning a memorable Zanzibar honeymoon.

What makes Zanzibar a great honeymoon destination?

The island has been shaped by various civilizations, resulting in a diverse population and landscape influenced by ancient Arab and Persian traders, the Portuguese, British, and Swahili culture. The historic quarter of Stone Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and features cobbled streets and a mix of mosques and houses in various architectural styles, making it a must-visit for history and architecture enthusiasts.

For those seeking a relaxing escape, Zanzibar offers a range of boutique resorts along its coast, adding to the island’s allure as a honeymoon destination.

Zanzibar boasts a range of resorts that provide privacy, luxury, and breathtaking views, but each one has its own unique qualities that set it apart from the others. While everyone’s preferences are unique, there are certain factors that many people look for when choosing the perfect honeymoon destination to spend a week or two with their loved one. 

Although it is ultimately a personal decision, we have established the following criteria for our list of top honeymoon locations:

1. Privacy
   On a honeymoon vacation you probably want to spend the perfect time with your partner, so some privacy will contribute to your perfect memories of your dream vacation after getting married.
2. Atmosphere
   It is all about details! The right decoration and impression of your accommodation will contribute to your honeymoon vacation. All selected accommodations have that little charming extra that others don’t have.
3. Great food
   Who doesn’t like to eat well? All selected accommodations are well known for their great cuisine to fully enjoy your stay with a blend of Indian, Arab, European and African cuisine.
4. Nice activities
   If you are looking forward to having a great time, you might want to add some nice activities to your stay. All listed accommodations offer special activities from day trips to unique facilities. We can also organize daytrip safaris to Mikumi National Park and Selous Game Reserve.
5. Spa & Retreat
   Enjoy some extra days at leisure and enjoy some amazing massages and spa areas to completely relax your mind, body and soul at some of the best spa areas that Zanzibar has to offer.
6. Friendly staff
   Last but not least we have listed accommodations that are known for having great customer service. This is not necessarily connected to the price but more to the dedication and caring of the hotel staff.

Of course this is only a small list of honeymoon options. Please contact us for further ideas – we will be happy to assist you in choosing the best option for your dream honeymoon vacation!