Beach house vacation rentals in Unguja

what a lovely place with lovely hosts and caretakers would definitely recommend Villa heidi to anyone and will definitely be returning

We had such a great stay at the villa, it is such a beautiful and peaceful place with everything you need. The location was perfect, so close to the beach and bars in Jambiani. We were really well looked after by Bayu, who was always on hand for any questions. I couldn’t recommend it more highly.

Nakudenda House is a nice, spacious house in the heart of Jambiani village. The beach is just a stone's throw away. Lots of nice restaurants around. The house offers comfortable, large bedrooms. It's nicely decorated and has all you need to enjoy wonderful Jambiani. Eta and Romain are very nice hosts, very proactive and try to solve any problems as quickly as possible. Communicating with them was very easy and they go out of their way to make your stay a nice one.

We loved our stay at Maia’s place in Kidoti! We spent our time lounging in the perfect outdoor spaces— enjoying the hammock, beautiful sitting areas, and poolside chairs, walking along the rocky shore at low tide, and eating al fresco under the stars. This is an ideal spot for a peaceful vacation!

Beautiful home in a beautiful area! Staff was all very friendly and easy to communicate with. Very much appreciated the security guard on the beach in front of the house to make our experience more peaceful as well!

great stay. very friendly host

If you're looking for a quiet oasis in lively Zanzibar, this is the place for you. A private beach and unobstructed lake views in all directions and from anywhere on the property. A good individual breakfast, dinner and lunch. Fresh fruit (as much passion fruit as you can eat) and a well-stocked minibar in the fridge. Friendly and prompt answers and fulfillment of wishes. A clear recommendation.

the accommodation was even bigger than it appeared in the images: Carola and Mado did a really beautiful job! The house was equipped with everything you needed and the garden with a pool is very well cared for. in less than five minutes you reach the beach (with a couple of deserving restaurants) and this is very positive for those who, like us, did not know the area. very interesting to be able to order the groceries before arrival: we found everything you need to have breakfast in the morning and we didn't have to buy anythingelse (we had lunch and dinner at the restaurant). Carola was responsive from the first minute and Mado (known on the spot) was very kind, as was Salum (the man of reference on site). i would like to give you a suggestion: the apartment deserves to be lit with hot light bulbs (the white ones currently installed do not fully appreciate the environment). if we go back to Kiwengwa, we know where to sleep!

Cynthia's home was perfect for our family. Home was exactly as what was in the picture. Upstairs area of home was open, bright, and welcoming. Ester rhe housekeeper was very accommodating, what ever we needed, she would make it happen. The clear glistening pool was my getaway spot. The home was in a quiet area, but only a few minutes from shopping, this was the perfect location for us. I would definitely recommend this home.

My family had a wonderful 4 nights staying at Margo’s property - very private, very large functional bedrooms with fans, air conditioning and private ensuites, plus a separate fully self contained 3rd bedroom. A beautiful pool, 24 hour security onsite, daily house cleaning by Ester. And the dogs were super friendly and great company. If you like football, pack your boots and enjoy a game with the locals on the pitch next door. If you like tapas or just really good food - recommend having dinner at “ To Be” which is approx 1km from Margo’s. Couldn’t find fault with the accommodation or the lovely Margo as a wonderful host, who was available, responsive but also gave us total privacy.

Fantastic location on the ocean, with fabulous views from all terraces and especially from the upper outside deck. Great open plan living space with views and spacious bedrooms with en suite bathrooms . The staff were incredibly welcoming, kind and discreet, always there to greet and assist. The property and gardens are really well designed and have a great flow. Superb walks to the reefs at low tide. The remote location provides great privacy and relaxation, highly recommended. We will be back!

Our stay in Paje was simply magical, thanks in large part to the stunning villa we had the pleasure of calling home. The villa itself was an absolute dream, beautifully designed with an aesthetic with a traditional Zanzibari charm. Every detail, from the hand-woven textiles to the carefully curated decor, created an ambiance of tranquility and elegance. Sonia and Matteus were the most gracious hosts, always available to assist with anything we needed. Their warm hospitality and birthday decor made us feel instantly welcome. The breakfast spread in the morning was a delightful feast, featuring fresh fruit and a variety of delicious options. The villa's location was perfect, just steps away from the pristine sands of Paje Beach. We spent our days soaking up the sun, and exploring the vibrant local culture. Evenings were spent relaxing on the villa's pool , enjoying the cool breeze. We highly recommend!

We absolutely loved our weekend at David's place! It may hands down be our favourite spot in Zanzibar, where you are surrounded by a tropical jungle with a beautiful view of the ocean. The swimming pool was incredible. My husband and I, together with our kids had a great time! The chef, Ezekiel, and all of the supporting staff were amazing as well. They gave us just enough privacy but were somehow still there when we needed services. We rented the villa for my husband's birthday and so on day 1 we invited a few friends over. David and his team went above and beyond to make sure that our guests were well taken care of also.

A beautiful Airbnb and amazing host! The hospitality was great and the surprised breakfast being included was a plus. It was a bit hard to find, but once we did we didn’t want to leave! Wished we stayed at this Airbnb longer!

Lovely villa, very private and super views of the water. The place is literally on the beach. Full access to the huge resort pool next door but we loved the private pool more. Great chill out for a few days in Zanzibar.

Amazing place ! Still in awe ! Kizimkazi is a beautiful place filled with beautiful souls and this house was the perfect place to enjoy all of this. Very private and calm! Orit is an amazing host, helpful and nice (even brought us to a local bar the first night !!) I totally recommend !! Would go back in a heartbeat

Yolanda is an amazing hostess. My travel companions and I were in a bind because we had issues with our other lodging reservations. Yolanda was able to accommodate our group last minute in her home and made sure we were all comfortable. Her home is beautifully decorated, equipped with everything you could need, the pool and backyard is beautiful, the water is hot and the ac works great. She is also located right in between Blue Safari and Stone Town which was very convenient for the activities we were looking to do without long transits. There are also restaurants and a grocery store within 5 min walking distance. Lastly her cleaning and managing team is very responsive and helpful as well. In short, Yolanda's home is one of the best airbnb's I've ever stayed in and she's one of the best hostess' I've ever had the pleasure of meeting with. I would recommend her and her place to anyone who is considering booking with her.

We loved loved loved our stay at Wakushi house. Rebecca and Amani were so helpful and sweet people to be around and their place is just amazing. It is simply beautiful and very airy which is important on such a hot island. But it was the little details that stood out- fresh flowers, self-colored towels and handmade soap (which you can also purchase as a souvenir). Rebecca was also super helpful to arrange some trips and even took me to her yoga class. This might have been my best Airbnb-find ever!

The house has got a beautiful view and 2 min walk to the ocean when the tide is low. When the tide is low, there’s a staircase to the ocean and you can walk into the ocean and have fun. When the tide is high, then you just enjoy the sound of waves as they hit the rocks. The house was beautiful, clean and fresh! The chef was affordable (when needed and she made us lovely local food that we all enjoyed). Everything in the house is new and works perfectly. The pool was clean and so was its surroundings. To Mundhir and his team, thanks for making our stay a dream vacation! Mundhir always got out of his way to get us groceries,takeaway, call for a car hire, negotiate on our behalf and all his connections were always on point 👌🏾 A special thank you to Mundhir! I’d surely love to come back!

We felt right at home! We found the place to be actually exceeding the expectations from the pictures and the description. Generous space both internal and external, and easy to make yourself right at home. The team of the property was extremely proactive, and we were pleasantly surprised to also have a cleaner that comes by every day. Overall really exceeded what we anticipated. The location as well is easy to get to and just walking distance from the beach, restaurants and a fun little yoga bar/spot. Would def. recommend staying here!

Wonderful large airbnb in prime location just few minutes from all needs. One minute from the beach is an understatement as it practically sits at the back door. The host was amazing and Joseph went above and beyond. Genuinely would recommend this airbnb to anyone visiting Paje! Thanks so much for the Zanzibar welcome!!

A perfect stay at Weyni's house in Jambiani. From a family of 7, we enjoyed being in the heart of the village to soak up local life but also to be in a real proximity to the beach. The location is perfect. Weyni is a host who accompanied me and communicated from the time of booking until the end of the stay. She is very responsive and has always responded with kindness to our requests. I sincerely thank Weyni and hope to return to her house for an upcoming stay in Zanzibar so much I enjoyed this island and the people who make it up. I would highly recommend.

Great spacious house with very authentic design. The hosts were attentive and friendly. We would love to return back and stay in Villa Pumziko again. Thank you Tonje and Hafidh