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The Residence

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Beachfront Villas, Private Pools & Spa Retreats

Discover paradise at The Residence Zanzibar, where luxury meets nature’s beauty. Experience beachfront villas, rejuvenating spa treatments, and a culinary journey through diverse cultural cuisines. Indulge in ultimate comfort, relaxation, and exploration

Escape to The Residence Zanzibar, a luxurious resort where nature’s beauty meets five-star comforts. Immerse yourself in lush gardens, white sandy beaches, and crystal-clear waters. Experience a fusion of cultures in our Swahili, Omani, British, and Indian-inspired villas. Relax by your private pool, indulge in spa treatments, and savor unique cuisines. Explore the island’s historic sites, natural wonders, and engage in exciting activities. Whether it’s a romantic getaway or a family vacation, embrace the delights of island life at The Residence Zanzibar.

Accommodation

The resort’s 66 luxuriously appointed villas fuse contemporary style with the elegance of the island’s African, Omani and European heritage. Set within 32 hectares of tropical gardens, the villas offer the perfect combination of spaciousness and privacy. Relaxing comes easy on the lounge deck outside, furnished with wicker chairs and daybeds, overlooking a 1.2-metre-deep private swimming pool and soothing garden, beach or ocean views. If you feel like exploring the beautiful gardens and local surroundings, stroll at your leisure or hop on the bicycles that are provided with each of our Zanzibar luxury villas.

FRANGIPANI OCEAN FRONT POOL VILLA

Two Bedroom

Revel in the glorious ocean panorama from the comfort of these beautiful villas along the shore. A spacious haven ideal for families or friends travelling together, 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, where you can relax into the rhythm of island life and the ocean waves.

Enjoy the seamless indoor-outdoor feel of the villa’s two bedrooms – the master suite with a canopied king-size bed, and the junior suite with twin beds – each with en suite bathrooms and French doors that open to allow in the breeze and allow you to step out to the pool.

  • Size: 234 sqm including deck and pool
  • Accommodates up to 5 adults & 1 child (below 8 years) or 4 adults & 2 children (below 8 years) or 03 adults & 3 children (below 8 years)
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FRANGIPANI GARDEN POOL VILLA

Two Bedroom

Nestled within lush gardens, these spacious villas are an idyllic retreat for families or friends travelling together. Luxuriate at leisure in the large living room that opens onto a private pool and deck furnished with table and chairs, daybed and sun loungers, where you can soak up the sun and tropical tranquillity.

Indulge in the restful ambience of the two bedrooms – the master suite with a canopied king-size bed, and the junior suite with twin beds – both with en suite bathrooms and French doors which you can slide back to let in the breeze or step out for a dip in the pool.

  • No. of villas: 5
  • Size: 234 sqm including deck and pool
  • Accommodates up to 5 adults & 1 child (below 8 years) or 4 adults & 2 children (below 8 years) or 03 adults & 3 children (below 8 years).
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LUXURY GARDEN POOL VILLA

One Bedroom

Lush gardens and towering coconut palms provide a restful setting for these beautifully appointed villas. Each villa features a large living room leading out to a private pool and deck, furnished with table and chairs, daybed and sun loungers with parasols – where you can relax in the warmth of the African sun, enjoy a romantic dinner for two, or sip cocktails by sunset.

  • No. of villas: 34
  • Size: 155 sqm including deck and pool
  • Accommodates up to 3 adults or 2 adults & 2 children (below 8 years)

The bedroom has a central, canopied king-size bed, and French doors leading onto the deck and pool, with views over the gardens. The spacious bathroom features double basins, a freestanding bathtub and separate shower, and leads onto a private garden with an outdoor shower

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LUXURY OCEAN FRONT POOL VILLA

One Bedroom

Just steps from the beach, these beautifully appointed villas feature a large living room leading out to a private pool and deck, furnished with table and chairs, daybed, and sun loungers with parasols – the perfect spot for basking in the sun or enjoying a romantic dinner for two, watching the sun set on the ocean horizon.

The bedroom has a central, canopied king-size bed, and French doors leading onto the deck and pool framed by panoramic ocean views. The spacious bathroom features double basins, a freestanding bathtub and separate shower, and leads onto a private garden with an outdoor shower.

  • No. of villas: 13
  • Size: 155 sqm including deck and pool
  • Accommodates up to 3 adults or 2 adults & 2 children (below 8 years)
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PRESTIGE OCEAN FRONT POOL VILLA

One Bedroom

Nestled along the palm-fringed shore, these beautiful one-bedroom villas offer breathtaking views of the ocean from every room, particularly from the bathroom’s freestanding bathtub where you can soak in absolute relaxation and the uninterrupted panoramic seascape. From both the living room and bedroom, slide open the French doors and step out to the deck and pool area. Shower indoors or in the private outdoor shower garden – a delightful hidden gem.

  • No. of villas: 11
  • Size: 194 sqm including deck and pool
  • Accommodates up to 3 adults or 2 adults & 2 children (below 8 years)
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VILLA AMENITIES

The Residence Zanzibar provides an extensive host of services and amenities for your comfort and enjoyment.

  • Welcome amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Overhead fan
  • 40‐inch LCD satellite TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • Complimentary Wi‐Fi
  • Mini bar
  • Coffee and tea-making facilities
  • Nespresso machine (available on request)
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Personal safe
  • Bath amenities
  • Bathrobes & slippers
  • Hairdryer
  • Mosquito nets
  • Private butler service (on request)
  • In‐villa guest registration
  • Daily housekeeping & turndown service
  • 24‐hour in‐villa dining
  • Bicycles
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