Xanadu Villas | Zanzibar. Xanadu is a small hotel with nine beautiful private houses that is a welcome addition to Zanzibar. Xanadu is on Zanzibar’s south-east coast. It has a lovely private beach and views of the Indian Ocean.

The Truth About the Xanadu Resort

On Zanzibar’s south-east coast, Xanadu is on a lovely stretch of beach just south of the high-end Baraza Lodge. It’s pretty new, but already it’s making a name for itself as one of the best places to stay in a luxury house on the island.

There are 9 private villas with 1 or 2 bedrooms that are all very nice. Each one is beautifully designed and has its own special touches, making them great for couples or groups. Some Zanzibari tradition can be seen in the building, but it also has a very modern and simple feel to it.

Since it opened, Xanadu has only had cooks with Michelin stars, so the menu is a big deal, and the food is great. As such, there is no dining room. Instead, guests are free to eat wherever they want, such as in the lounge of their own house or in the main pool/bar area.

You can plan to dive or swim from Xanadu. You can also go on trips to the spice farms or to Stone Town, which is the busy capital of Zanzibar.

The hotel is great for all kinds of vacations in Tanzania, from honeymoons to trips with the whole family. It does cost a lot, but there aren’t many other options on Zanzibar that are as good. If you’d like to see more ideas for honeymoons, check out our blog post about the most beautiful things to do in Zanzibar.

Because it is easy to get to, Zanzibar is a great place to go after a tour in either the north or south of Tanzania. If you are short on time, a Southern Tanzanai Itinerary is better because the internal flights are easier and faster. From Dar es Salaam, it’s easy to get to either the wet and green Selous or the dry and arid Ruaha, or you can fly from either of those places to Zanzibar. After a long, exciting trip with lots of late nights and early mornings, there’s nothing better than sipping a cool drink on the beach.

The two parks go well together when you add a beach break on top of them. The Selous has many waterways where you can see hippos and crocodiles lying in the sun up close. Ruaha is proud of its large numbers of elephants and buffalo.

Make sure you visit Stone Town, a culture city, while you’re in Zanzibar. There is also the choice to stay in the city itself, which is a great place to stop after your safari. The Park Hyatt is our top pick. From the busy markets to the bars on the roofs, visiting Stone Town is a lot of fun.

There are many hotels and deals on Zanzibar, whether you are traveling with your family, on your honeymoon, or just want to take a long vacation. If you need help deciding which hotel and deal is best for you, please call one of our Tanzania experts.