Planet’s recommended 5* high-quality beach resort in Paje – this stunning property oozes class and refined attention to detail. This property is in the best spot on the island for kitesurfers, with a superb kitesurf school next door. It is an exclusive, family-owned resort situated on the pristine white sands of Paje Beach in Zanzibar. As the sole Relais & Châteaux property in Tanzania, it offers an intimate and personalized luxury experience, harmoniously blending with the island's natural beauty.

The resort comprises 18 private villas, each thoughtfully designed to provide the utmost privacy and comfort. Set within 1,500 square meters of lush gardens, every villa spans approximately 500 square meters of living space. The architecture seamlessly integrates with the surroundings, featuring high ceilings and elegant interiors adorned with carefully selected antiques and high-quality designs.

Each villa consists of two units connected by a garden terrace and a private pool. The main unit serves as a day area, boasting a spacious lounge and dining section, while the second unit is dedicated to rest, featuring a bedroom with a king-size bed, a dressing closet, and a bathroom equipped with a rain shower and an outdoor bathtub. All villas face the seafront, offering stunning ocean views.

In addition to the villas, the resort offers Deluxe Rooms located within the Presidential Five-bedroom Villa. These 55-square-meter en-suite rooms are tastefully appointed and share common amenities such as the villa entrance, lounge, and kitchen. Guests can also enjoy resort facilities, including gourmet dining at two restaurants that serve dishes inspired by rich Swahili flavors, and world-class spa treatments amidst tropical flora.

Committed to ecological responsibility, Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa is the first and only luxury villa resort in East Africa to be entirely powered by renewable energies. This dedication to sustainability is reflected in every aspect of the resort, from its elegant interiors to the personalized service provided by dedicated butlers.

The resort's location on Paje Beach offers guests access to one of Zanzibar's most beautiful coastlines, known for its expansive white sands and clear blue waters. Whether seeking relaxation or adventure, guests can engage in a variety of activities or simply unwind in the spacious and serene environment that Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa provides.

Garden Villas (NEW for 2024) - Nestled within a lush, tropical paradise, the villas are designed for couples and families seeking a blend of comfort and serenity in nature's lap, with the beachfront just a few steps away. 55 m2 and 300-430 m2 of garden

Indulge in the ultimate escape, complete with a living area, bathtub and outside shower, enveloped by the vibrant flora of a private African garden.

Villas - The unique architecture of each villa has been specially designed to blend in with the natural beauty of the setting and is uncompromising when it comes to meeting the highest standards of luxury. Room amenities include an indoor rainshower, outdoor shower, outdoor bathtub, private pool with large terrace, lounge chairs, tea/coffee amenities, laptop safe and butler service.

Beachfront one-bedroom - This villa is composed of two buildings located on over 1500 sqm of private plot, surrounded by lush gardens for the utmost intimacy. One building is the en-suite 55 m2 bedroom with king size bed and bathroom. A rooftop terrace with a stunning view overlooking the beachfront is accessed by an external staircase from the bedroom unit. The second unit is a living room unit with high ceiling and seating area. These rooms have a sea view and private beach access.

The Presidential villa - This five-bedroom villa is an opulent family villa with 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. It has a rooftop terrace with hot tub, a fully equipped kitchen and large living room. The rooms are as follows: a master bedroom, two en-suite bedrooms, a bedroom (king size) sharing a bathroom with another smaller room (2 twins). Each room includes an indoor rainshower and is at least 55 sqm. This villa has a garden view.

The family two-bedroom villa - This villa contains two en-suite 55 m2 bedrooms connected by an external staircase. Each room includes a king-size bed (or twin upon request) and bathroom with an indoor rainshower. A second unit is a living room with high ceiling. The villa and plot is surrounded by lush gardens for the utmost intimacy. These villas have a partial sea view.

Deluxe rooms - This room is an individual en-suite room (min. 55 sqm) located within a Two-bedroom or Five-bedroom villa. The room shares villa entrance, garden ground, pool, if available, and living room with the other en-suite room. It has a private bathroom with a rain shower, 2 sinks, a desk, a mini-bar, a closet and a terrace or balcony. The deluxe rooms can be: standard, with a shared pool, with a jacuzzi or a Family Deluxe. They are available upon request.

Cinnamon rooms - The Cinnamon rooms are three rooms located in one villa in the gardens of the resort, about 100 meters from the beachfront and have a garden view. They offer an amazing quality as they have access to all ZWS amenities. There is the option of a double room, a quadruple room (2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom) and a Family room (2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms). Each room has a private entrance and private garden area

Food and service are integral parts of the luxury experience and the resort Chef will delight you with menus updated daily, combining international and Zanzibar flavours with the freshest the island has to offer. Guests can delight in exquisite a la carte dishes at the Doors to Zanzibar restaurant, with its stunning high ceiling room and terrace by the pool. The Beach restaurant serves fresh grilled seafood and organic salads, best enjoyed in the shade of the beachfront terrace. In the afternoon, the Beach bar is the place to enjoy fresh juice on the beach watching the magical tides of Zanzibar. Close the day with a cocktail in the Rooftop Champagne bar and gaze at the stars from the telescope under the African night sky for a night you will never forget.

The Spa is nestled in the island’s natural landscape and includes a tropical seating area with a waterfall. Indulge in a wide range of treatments or relax in the steam room or sauna: The spa is crafted with your total comfort in mind and the treatments may be offered in an individual or a couple of sets. The therapists use locally sourced products produced by local communities and are based on seaweed, coconut and spices found in Zanzibar.