4 star hotels in Tanzania

I checked in very late, but the hotel staff offered me a late checkout. The hotel breakfast was also excellent.

A good hotel. Excellent service!

Dirty hotel, very run down and old....food is bad and room has a very mouldy and smoke smell in the ac despite being a non smoking room

Dirty hotel, very run down and old....food is bad and room has a very mouldy and smoke smell in the ac despite being a non smoking room

Fantastic central location and spotlessly clean.

The food wasn't very well prepared; rather, some dishes were overly adapted to European tastes and cooking styles.

Good sea view with nice customer care it was really 100/100

The hotel is very clean and very friendly staff. Great Hotel to Stay, very local to town centre, handy for local restaurants and great location. Taxis service there.

Spacious room, very kind and friendly staff. They made sure I had a very comfortable stay. I loved the breakfast and dinner. Ps. Check out the roof top!

All in general starting from the front Desk/reception to the top room and restaurant is amazing and Marble of the art We talke to some of the wonderful employees of the hotel like Witness, Baraka, Junior in the restaurant and Zulfa in the reception are very friendly and high quality of customer service and the cook is beyond than excellent keep this employees pls.

Clean room, excellent customer service, comfy and cozy room. Room had everything one needed for a comtable stay. Loved the well come drinks will definately be back soon😊

I was completely satisfied. I was able to relax. Everyone, including the front desk staff, was very kind and pleasant. I recommend it.

Great stay service food and facilities Staff is very friendly and welcome Only bad thing is that if you come for the beach it’s not the best in the area due to the rocks

Amazing hotel ,great customer service 10/10 l highly recommend.

We had friends who were staying close by who wanted to come have lunch and drinks at the hotel. They were asked to pay $20 per head to access the hotel. We ended up going to thier hotel for dinner and drinks. Otherwise service was good.

Best birthday weekend ever! The staff were warm, welcoming, and full of joy 🤗. My beachfront room was breathtaking, waking up to the ocean was pure bliss. Huge thanks to the team on 31.08.25 for making my birthday so special with songs and a beautiful cake. Asanteni sana! 💜

Great place, I loved the staff

The beach at Nungwi Dreams is peaceful and quite. Ideal for a perfect getaway. High standard of leaving which I could recommend any day any hour. The breakfast buffet wow it's the best that I have ever experienced in Zanzibar.

great hotel location in town . close to seaport

Convenient location and suitable for business trip or leisure

My mum and daughter stayed at the hotel for two days, they like the place and the breakfast. One comment is that, better to inform the guests beforehand that the rooms compliment are Not free of charge.

Located in center of the city and bot bad breakfast. However internet speed was slow a bit

I just love this place Never disappoints

Awesome place really. All was good. I loved it

Was a good and comfortable stay at Maru maru. Convenient location!

This was my third visit to Maru Maru, Zanzibar, and I’m absolutely in love with the place. The vibe, the aesthetic ambience, my most favourite rooftop view, delicious Indian food, cozy rooms, and above all, the warmth of the entire Maru Maru team make every stay truly special. A special thanks to Mr. Anand for always making me feel at home. The hospitality is exceptional and leaves you wanting to...

The rooms were spacious, equipped with good ventilation, storage and overall well maintained. The breakfast was amazing with the European continental and Indian Cuisines along with great variety of locally sourced fresh fruits and juices. The hotel staff are very cooperative and friendly. They attended to all our needs at the earliest. The only problem was the lift being not operational for access...

Great location in old Stone Town, but... The hotel website touts 2 reliable elevators. One of their elevators has never been put in service. The only operational elevator goes to the rooftop terrace and restaurant. There are NO elevators going to 3 floors of guest rooms. Not suitable for anyone with mobility issues. If you have a 4th floor room you would need to walk down 3 flight of stairs and walk...

Very centrally located... beautiful venue and facilities. Staff are very polite and try their best..... possibly increase the amount of waitrons during the Happy Hour on the Pool Deck? The pool deck is very welcoming and relaxing especially after a day out. The air conditioned rooms and mosquito nets around the beds adds to a very peaceful night. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay there.

Maru Maru Hotel is a good choice in Stone Town - central location and easy to explore everything on foot. The staff were warm and the rooms were clean and comfortable. The only downside was the noise, which made the nights a bit loud and restless.

Rooms is amaizing, service was amazing environment is amazing, I will come back mwanza for my holiday at malaika

very nice villa, if budget is enough, kindly recommend to you the villa besides the lake.

This hotel is definitely one of the best ever. The customer service was EXCEPTIONAL!! Ailee was very accommodating to all of our needs during our stay and everyone else there made us feel very welcome and took good care of us during our stay!! I couldn’t have asked for a better experience!!

Very good hotel Offers you everything you need Will always come back Best in the region Good facility Good food Good location Problems Staff is very noisy in restaurant area Such a great venue, staff needs training Spa has one Indian guy that spoils the place he is noisy and does not fit in. Remove him from there. Spa is for lady workers.

Had a wonderful stay! The location is perfect for sightseeing, and the hotel staff made us feel at home. Rooms were clean, spacious, and had all the amenities we needed also the internet is good with netflix connected also its feels as home the food is good, will visit again.

Fanciest hotel I stayed in Tanzania. I got a great room with a jacuzzi tub (that I didn't have time to use sadly). There was a wedding happening so they upgraded me so it would be less noisy. Staff were very kind. The food was ok, considering the price point . Room and sleep were great. There's not really a beach, but the view of the lake is nice. It's far away from town so you need a car to...

Great beachfront resort . Our stay was lovely and nice , great value great location and lovely service

Wonderful place with amIng atmosphere We like our stay and we highly recommend Thank you Al Pacino for everything

A wonderful and cozy place right on Kendwa Beach. The hotel is small, which makes the whole experience very personal and unique. The rooftop bar is simply stunning – not only because of the incredible views, but also thanks to some of the best cocktails and food I’ve had on the island. It’s a perfect spot to relax and enjoy the sunset. The biggest impression is left by the hotel owner – incredibly...

I had an amazing stay at this hotel in Zanzibar. The location is absolutely beautiful, with stunning ocean views and a peaceful atmosphere that makes it perfect for relaxing. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. The staff was incredibly friendly and always ready to help, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The food was delicious, with a good variety of local and international...

This place was nice to stay at. Simple but clean. They make a really delicious octopus. Room cleaning was neat and the beach was wonderful. If you are looking for an escape trip with a friend or your partner this is the place to stay at.

I had a fantastic experience staying at this hotel. Everything was perfect—from the clean and comfortable rooms to the peaceful atmosphere that made it easy to relax. The staff were professional, friendly, and always ready to help, which made my stay even more enjoyable. What truly sets this place apart is the owner. They are an amazing person—very welcoming, kind, and genuinely dedicated to making...

A Memorable Return Visit— Hospitality Shines Brighter Positive experience at Protea Courtyard  Oyster Bay Dar es Salaam.. Exceptional staff across the board.....warm receptionists , attentive room service and cleaners, and a standout Club  restaurant team. Breakfast offered a diverse and delicious spread from the hotel’s chefs. As a returning guest, I’m pleased with the refreshed look and upgrades...

Second time staying here and it remains a worthwhile stay. Spacious rooms, which covers all your needs. The staff are amazing, helpfull and friendly. Attention to detail, small touches all add to the experience. Thank you for a wonderful stay.

Nice hotel, good location and very kind staff

Great place to stay. Quiet and friendly

The room was better than expected

Comfortable and Clean. Good Team.

The staffs are kind and helpful,the hotel is nice however some renovations are needed some of the amenities looks outdated.

Came down on Friday evening for our flight on Sunday morning. Easy to reach all the amenities for shopping, breakfast on the average for these hotels but the staff was very helpful. Will stay again when in Dar.

To be fair, this hotel scores average because it is not a family friendly place Apart from having a swimming pool, there is absolutely nothing and nowhere for children. I was travelling with mine, so it was not the most comfortable experience. We travelled and stayed over new year's eve, so perhaps that was the reason for much of the discomfort, but without going into too much unnecessary detail...

It was a great experience, food was good and the service was amazing 🤲🏾

The pool was clean and the food was nice the way you can order food 24 hours is very nice you can stay here for a month th price is good lastly its the best

Reception was welcoming. Room was nice and clean. Never experience any problems

Me, my husband and some friends has just come home after a wonderful stay at Zanzibar queen hotel. For my husband and me it was the second time and I have to say we really love it. The hotel has a very high standard and the surroundings are very beautiful. Tre staff is really lovely and very helpful and the food has been excellent. I recommend everyone a stay at this hotel. Thank you for some wonderful...

The hotel is like a little paradise—so green and cozy! When we arrived, the manager greeted us; she was thoughtful and helpful throughout our entire stay. The hotel offers yoga classes and bicycles for cycling. The spa is located in a beautiful spot, and the massage was very good. The food was great as well. The highlight was our New Year’s party with a live band followed by a DJ playing. They truly...

The accommodations are comfortable and impeccably maintained, and the location is perfect for exploring the area. The staff are consistently warm, professional, and attentive, making every guest feel welcome. The dining is outstanding, with every dish prepared and presented with great care. A special mention must go to Derek,the manager, whose dedication and genuine commitment to guest satisfaction...

Everything was absolutely amazing here. Beautiful area, beautifully decorated, helpful staff, clean and tidy, good food, everything! They especially helped us with a doctor when our daughter got sick, they were exceptional. No noise and activity, just some nice shows and entertainment for dinner in the evening. The family room was very spacious and good! Recommended!

A great boutique hotel, African-style rooms, excellent cuisine, very polite staff, sometimes Swahili evenings, live music, fantastic massages, yoga lessons, possibility to purchase attractions available on the island, I wholeheartedly recommend it.

What a lovely relaxed and peaceful hotel. We had a fantastic time. The rooms are large, clean and cool and the pools are a great size, lots of sun-beds and beautiful setting. It never felt busy. Not a beach fan myself but the kids loved it (I agree with others that the people trying to sell you stuff are annoying but that’s not the hotels fault). The hotel has different free things every day - reef...

I really liked it at Canary the staff was so kind and respectful ,the cleanliness was top notch keep it up guys .

I prefered Nungwi beach and made a reservation for the Canary hotel in Nungwi beach but without my permission they changed my hotel to the Canary hotel in Kendwa beach which is far away 15 minutes by car from Nungwi. I learnt it at 23:00 when I arrived to the hotel and I waited a taxi for 45 minutes at the lobby. Everyday ı went to the Nungwi by taxi and one day walked through the beach in 43 minutes...

The hotel's location is very central and there are several restaurants in the surrounding area.

The staff were excellent, and the location was superb. However, the room service was poor. The breakfast was disappointing, with limited options.

Nice hotel, but receptionists refuse my request to check in early and i was seriously sick that day they keep me in lobby almost 3hrs no one care  My friend was reminded them about my condition but no any action from front desk

Great location, but the facilities and food were just average.

View over Indian Ocean was magnificent, but no beach was disappointing.

The value and experience per price paid is unmatched. Our room as facing the ocean. We were sleeping with the sound of waves and it was fantastic. In one of the evenings the electricity was cutting off - the restaurant had us placed on the artificial beach, with live music, eating under the stars. I think that the hotel can do better buy giving written offers for the spa to the groups. I really...

I went with my family of 12 people to Azao Resort, the hotel was abserloutly beautiful, clean, and well maintained. The hotel had a lot of entertainment stuff, and the pools are huge. The staff was abserloutly amazing - so friendly , so helpful and very polite. The food (from breakfast, lunch & dinner) was so tasty, and food was plentiful. They even had a barbeque evening over looking the beach...

Location is at the more quiet part of Zanzibar. We didn't stay here, we just came for dinner. Good was good, service was ok, ambience was ok. We enjoyed our dinner. Few veg options but they were really good. Paid with a card at reception, subject to the extra 3% I assume to cover their bank charges. The menu is in dollars

Honestly the most amazing and beautiful resort. Everything was perfect. The room.. Staff.. Food and resort were beyond our expectations. Staff were extremely friendly and efficient. I would very highly recommend this resort to anyone. Peaceful and views to die for. Definitely go again They made my birthday incredible with a home made cake.. So much extra care

Azao is a lovely resort and great place to relax. The rooms were lovely, spacious and comfortable. The bathrooms were also quite spacious but the cleanliness needs some attention (nothing major) This resort does not have any swimming beach access, the beach that you can access is hard clay like sand with a very low tide some days and not suitable for average beach use The pool is super deep with...

Had an amazing stay at Nest Style Resort. Truly one for the books! 🌴🙌🏽 The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming at all times. Special shoutout to Salu for always making sure everything was perfect and that we were well taken care of. Made unforgettable memories and met some wonderful people. Ramadan, Juma, Joyce, and many more who made the experience even more special. I’ll definitely be...

We didn’t stay there but went for lunch twice! We liked that it had a good range of food options, both local and international, good prices and friendly service. The mango juice is very good!

Beautiful resort, a piece of paradise❤️ thank you for making our holiday so memorable. Had the best time with our kids, Fun in the sun, swimming all day long in the pool and beach…. Endless cocktails and delicious food. Loved everything especially our ocean terrace balcony family suite. So beautiful and romantic. Loved the dhow boats was such an awesome experience. Thank you to every employee who was...

I highly recommend the hotel to people that are looking for a bit of peace and quiet time. Who appreciate the peaceful and dreamy atmosphere. And great dinners and lovely coffee in the morning🙂 The hotel staff is supportive and helpful. Ocean is beautiful in every time of the day. I spent lovely 10 days there and would definitely go back

Highly recommended!! Beautiful hotel with clean facilities, great staff and a stunning location right by the sea. Special thanks to Mario, the hotel director, for his kindness and for helping us with a flight change issue. Made us feel at home.

Was really good and great service and very quiet and respectful to everyone. But … suddenly the big family came to celebrate maybe around 20 people and was feeling like we were in someone’s party who rented all hotel . Probably they were family of the owner or manager but it was very disrespectful to other visitors 😡 they were very loud and annoying ( not kids ) and they ate on the swimming pool just...

Pizzas were amazing, pool was tricky, I almost drawn, yet saved and enjoyed alot. Very nice and thoughful, purely the touch of zanzibar.

Kenna Beach Resort offers an amazing experience from start to finish. The location right on the beach is perfect, and the atmosphere is calm and relaxing. Rooms are clean, spacious, and comfortable, and the food is consistently fresh and flavorful. Great value for the quality provided. The play area is well-maintained and kid-friendly, and overall cleanliness throughout the resort is impressive. The...

It's a excellent experience with my friends Staff is good and friendly Food is also awesome I recommend to enjoy your vacation

If you want to spend quality time this is a very good option. You can come with your friends and family , staff are very cooperative

Kena Resort is a beautifully maintained, peaceful, and welcoming place that offers exceptional comfort and outstanding hospitality.

Kena beach hotel is excellent, The staff is very friendly and professional The rooms are very clean I also enjoyed the faod and their fresh fruits I can’t forget that they surprised me with a birthday cake on my birthday I will definitely go back The seven days I stayed there were awesome

We had been on safari and wanted a quiet place to relax for a few days before heading home. We chose White Paradise and are so glad we did. The resort itself is lovely. The grounds are lush with well planted trees and shrubs . There are two pools. The main pool area is quite large and beautifully landscaped. There is even a swim up bar. They could use a few more loungers. The second smaller pool...

I am delighted with my stay at this luxurious resort. I was upgraded from a standard room to a luxurious bungalow with a king-size bed. The breakfast was exceptional and delicious. I thank all the outstanding staff at the resort, especially Frank, the receptionist, and I hope to visit again in the future. Thank you all.

A good place to,good customer service and friendly

A beautiful hotel, the room was incredible, the pool was very nice, the only drawback is that it doesn't have a beach, because the water inside the hotel isn't pretty. They take you to and from the beach, but it's still worth it, staying there for two or three days and going on excursions.

Nice hotel but the beach is terrible. People are hospitable

Very good hotel, full of privacy and comfort. The hotel has a super good swimming pool and a large space. You can swim and dine in the hotel. Or enjoy the sea view. There are different programs every night, singing and dancing, etc.

I spent the last two weeks at the Kivuli Beach Resort and I already miss the incredibly beautiful time I had there. I was welcomed like a friend and felt very much at home. The resort has a very natural feel; the old trees have been preserved, providing shade, and the sound of the wind blowing through the branches creates a soothing rustle.  The rooms are spacious and kept very clean, and the bathroom...

What a wonderful experience! Everything was perfect, from the magnificent private villa to the butler and his team. We truly enjoyed the tranquility, the exquisite breakfast with the sea view, and the kindness of the entire crew.

We stayed in the 2 bedroom family villa. Such a comfortable and private stay. Our private butler (Kayphas) was always available to supported our every request with precision. The villa is huge with full kitchen, private pool and the most amazing outside shower in each bedroom.

We stayed 4 nights. We did not have any toiletries in our room until the last night we were there. Our room felt like it was actually cleaned. The resort has potential to be a really great resort. Management of it really lacks. We had one outside light out of a possible 3. Lights burnt out inside the room. It could use proper management.

This property was absolutely magical. If you’re looking for a low key off the grid vibe, this is the place. There’s no Wi-Fi in the room but it’s available in the common area overlooking the beach. However, the level of privacy you’ll receive in your individual room is worth it.

Quieter and less expensive than others in the area but with easy access to other properties down the beach for food, etc. Able to book us transportation to other activities on request.

Trip of a lifetime with our family and another family we knew. However we met 5 other incredible families that will be friends for life! The experience was beyond incredible for our family. The memories made and impact will truly last forever and we couldn’t be more thrilled with ROAM and everything they do to help support families, women and children! Truly a blast and an incredible week packed with...

What a perfect way to end our 8- night safari! This place truly exceeded expectations, especially for families. The kids absolutely loved the splash pool and the fantastic play area, which kept them entertained throughout our stay. The food was exceptional, with plenty of options that catered wonderfully to children as well. A real highlight was the incredible Ayurvedic massage—so relaxing and rejuvenating...

Had a wonderful time with family. Also experienced foot massage which was relaxing and soothing to the feet. Very good service and the Easter buffet was delicious! Must visit place for a well spent day and for a 'me' time.

The rooms clean. The staff friendly helpful and always courteous. The food was always waiting for us when we returned for the day. The grounds were delightful and so pretty. I enjoyed sitting outside taking it all in. I wish I would have had children with me, they would have loved it here Thank you for everything.

I had a wonderful stay at Fun Retreat Resort and truly enjoyed every moment. The accommodation was clean, comfortable, and well maintained, making it easy to relax and feel at home. The environment is peaceful with great vibes, perfect for rest and enjoyment. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and always ready to help. Everything from the service to the atmosphere made my stay memorable. I would definitely...

I had an amazing experience at Fun Retreat Resort, The rooms were spacious, clean, and very comfortable, with beautiful décor that made me feel relaxed right away, Everything was well-maintained, and the staff were friendly and helpful throughout my stay The swimming pool was definitely a clear, well kept, and perfect for both relaxing and having fun. The pool area is peaceful and nicely arranged,...

This place is a dream. The beach and the sea in front of our room. The swimming Pool just 20 steps away. The sunbeds are really comfortable. And there are enough. Sunrise is amazing. The staff is really friendly, the food, WOW! Like there is a 5 star cheff in the kitchen. Everything is clean clean. Only 16 villa's. If you want something amazing? Go for this place. Sadly enough ore last day today

Arrived late night after a challenging day travelling from Arusha Met with very friendly , kind and accommodating reception staff They made sure we have the room that we really like Then we met the manger Farah very friendly explained everything about resort activities Food excellent, inclusive breakfast a la Carte delicious We ate in every night Tuna tartare Local biryani specially prepared ( not...

Wauw, Zanzibar Sunrise is one of the best places we have ever stayed at. It has it all: beautiful location right on the beach, greenery all around, super friendly and helpfull staff and last but not least, an amazing restaurant and cook. Also highly recommend the free yoga classes, taught by Farah :) The place has a very mellow and relaxed vibe with lots of attention to detail. Had an amazing time...

Such a magical place to spend 4 luxurious days after our safari. We walked straight onto the stunning beach from our accommodation, enjoyed time relaxing, swimming and reading by the pool, and ate wonderful breakfasts and dinners while there. Farah was an amazing host of the property, even lending my husband her husband's bathing suit after we realized my husband had forgotten his. She gave us a great...

After a week of safari in Tanzania, we were looking forward to recovery and lazy days by the beach. We arrived at Zanzibar Sunrise and were welcomed by friendly staff, a beautiful garden with pool and peaceful background music. The breakfast alone is a reason to stay at Sunrise, choosing from fresh fruit and vegetables, egg dishes and great coffee, at any point of the day. We had a base of shakshuka...

It was an excellent experience and recommend to everyone! Excellent food, friendly staff, namely Farah, which helped with all our needs. The rooms are cozy, and the environment was always great! The restaurant food and cocktails were always superb!

Sunsets, pole pole, perfect beach, chill vibes, fresh food from the trees and the sea. Everything you need or want to be happy is right in front of you here. Look no further. Grab a kayak and spend the day in the mangroves. Explore the village, people here are friendly and chill. Low tide? Go on a walk or swim in the pool. High tide? Swim and kayak. Happy hour for sunset and drinks. It’s really easy...

The view, the service and the location are absolutely exquisite. The staff was great, from the start , to the end and a kind of people you will miss after you leave. The absolutely great manager helped us very well, after our bagage was stuck at the airport, everything went fine, thanks to her. She called at the airport and managed the transport of our stuff to our location wich went very well. The...

We are staying in Paje and came here to watch the sunset and discovered this amazing resort right on the beach so we decided to have diner and stay for the night and enjoy all the facilities. All the staff is so nice they even went out in the village to get us some personal items since we didn’t plan to stay. The restaurant, the bar and the pool are right in front of the beach. Rooms are very clean...

Excellent service and food. Everything is at the resort. Really good arragement during christmas eve with a full buffé.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ **Great stay!** Wonderful hotel with friendly staff, clean rooms and a relaxing atmosphere. Everything was well organized and we felt very comfortable throughout our stay. Would happily come back!

It’s a home away from home so welcoming and friendly, staff are so welcoming and humble, rooms top notch clean and comfortable, food and drinks

I stayed at Mandarin Hotel for 20 days for business. The food, rooms, and location of the hotel are very good. It is a very good choice for a seaside and quiet holiday. There is music and entertainment at night. Most importantly, the staff is very friendly. See you next time.

We spent 9 wonderful days in the Mandarin Resort. The staff was super friendly, the food delicious and the beach is a dream. Our children loved playing in the pool and during the low tide we could do beautiful walks in the sand. The water in the ocean is so nice to swim in, clean, warm and blue. We will always remember this perfect vacation and hope we can come back one day. Thank you to all the people...

We are visit the hotel in October for one week. Great hotel. The food is amazing. The rooms is very clean, staff was absolutely very nice and they always smile. The animation team also very good. Cocktails very nice mandarin Cocktail very delicious. Thank you

Amazing holiday at the great place. really we are enjoying all the time, the hotel is very beautiful. everything is amazing there staff very helpful and very professional they always smile food very delicious . and very special cocktails for drink special the mandarin cocktail.we back again

We visited the hotel in October and we enjoyed .the hotel was very quiet and very clean .the staff very friendly they always smile .food was very tasty and delicious and cocktails very nice specially the mandarin cocktail very nice cocktail we back again.thanks

The hotel is a place of tranquility, relaxation, enjoyment of nature and amazing sunset views. The room is large and cleaned daily. The food is amazing and the menu has many options. In one place you will find everything you need. If you are looking for friendliness, intimacy and a family atmosphere, go to the paradise of Zanzibar Mandarin where entertainment and excitement are available. Finally,...