The Residence Zanzibar
The Residence Zanzibar is a luxury beach front property on the south west coast of the tropical island of Zanzibar, close to the village of Kizimkazi which is famed for its dolphin safaris. Set in 32 hectares of pristine land and along a mile-long powdery white sand beach, it is just a 55 minute drive from the capital Stone Town and the airport. The hotel combines the island’s exotic history with elegance and a casual atmosphere. Children of all ages are welcome.
Accommodation & Facilities
Accommodation at the Residence Zanzibar comprises 66 well-appointed and luxurious villas in six different room categories, ranging from one to two bedroom villas, with views of either the garden or ocean. All of the villas are stylishly furnished in a fusion of African and Omani décor. The Frangipani Pool Villas, of which there are five Garden Villas and two Ocean View Villas, are ideal for families. Each of these has two bedrooms including a master bedroom with canopied king size bed and twin room and comfortably accommodates a family of up to four. Both bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms complete with dual basins, a standalone bath and in the master bedroom both indoor and outdoor showers. Each villa features a large living room that extends out to a private pool and deck furnished with table and chairs, daybed and sun loungers.
Bicycles are provided with each villa to make it easy to explore the local area and gardens. The hotel has two restaurants, a bar and a pool-side snack bar serving delicious fresh food. There is also a communal pool with a child friendly shallow end, tennis courts, gym and spa.
Eating & Sleeping
There is a choice of restaurants to dine at as well as 24 hour room service. A dedicated children’s menu is available in the main restaurant which is open from 7.30am – 10.30pm. An evening babysitting service is available at a cost of USD 10 per child per hour.
Activities
Guests can enjoy an impressive range of activities including tennis, kayaking, snorkelling, Hobie cat sailing and also have access to the well-equipped gym. There is an excellent spa, which along with deep sea fishing, kite surfing, dolphin safaris, dhow cruises and scuba diving can all be arranged and paid for locally. The hotel can also arrange excursions to the historic and vibrant Stone Town, the Jozani Forest to see the red colobus monkey and fascinating tours of local spice plantations to discover Zanzibar’s spice history.
Specifically for children …
The complimentary Kids Club for children aged four to 14 is open from 7.30am to 7.30pm. The spacious, air-conditioned clubhouse is staffed by a team of multilingual, professionally trained staff. Activities include:
• Cooking classes
• Learning Swahili
• Volleyball
