Essque Zalu Zanzibar in Nungwi

Beautiful hotel, welcoming and helpful team

This hotel was fantastic; the ocean and pool alone were enough to make the stay fulfilling. I highly recommend it for a relaxing getaway!

Not a bad hotel for this location. Positive staff and service.

From the moment we stepped inside the reception to the time we checked out, we had the most memorable stay. The whole resort was beautifully presented, clean, luxurious and peaceful. We booked the partial sea view room and it was fabulous from all the little details inside to the private verandah outside, perfect for relaxing whilst reading a book or watching the boats go by on the sea. The infinity pool was in pristine condition, the breakfast and dinner buffet had a great selection and the Jetty restaurant was convenient for lunch too. The service all round was exceptional, everyone was friendly, helpful and went above and beyond to make sure we had a wonderful experience. We will be recommending Essque Zalu Zanzibar to our friends and family and are looking forward to visiting again!

The scenery is truly stunning, the hotel is beautifully designed, and with few guests, it's quiet and serene, making it an immersive getaway.

Disadvantages: The room amenities and furniture are a bit dated, not quite up to 5-star standards.

Service is acceptable.

The menu could be improved with a buffet-style dinner menu for a more authentic feel.

Excellent-
There are also various activities-
4 minutes walk from the turtle conservation center, you can feed turtles or swim with turtles

Highly recommend this resort + turtle watching combined itinerary.

We spent 14 nights at Essque Zalu Zanzibar Hotel in August 2024, and we must admit it was one of our most beautiful holidays. The hotel is stunning, with its impressive main structure and nice, comfortable, and very clean villas hidden in an amazing garden. The food served in the two restaurants is truly excellent! The giant pool is ideally located near turquoise waters and a beach that you can use to walk to Nungwi village when the tide is low. Due to the hotel's layout and capacity, it never feels crowded.

The staff is very kind, thoughtful, discreet, and professional, always happy to help with a smile. Each and every one of them made us feel at home while being well taken care of.

Lastly, in case it helps some of you, as a couple of two men, we had some concerns before going to Zanzibar based on what we had read online. At no time during our stay did we feel uncomfortable or unwelcome. We always felt welcome, both during our Stone Town tour, safari trip, and, of course, during our stay at the hotel.

We highly recommend Essque Zalu Hotel for a nice and relaxing stay in Zanzibar.

I recently arranged a stay at Essque Zalu Zanzibar Resort for some of my VIP clients, and I couldn't be happier with how everything turned out. From the very first interaction, the team was incredibly responsive and attentive to every detail, which made coordinating the trip so much easier.

The villas were absolutely stunning—my clients couldn’t stop raving about the incredible views and how luxurious everything was. The setting really added something special to their experience.

I also want to give a big shoutout to the manager, Aditya. He was genuinely welcoming and went out of his way to ensure that my clients were well taken care of. His personal touch made all the difference and left a lasting impression.

Essque Zalu has definitely become a go-to for my business when it comes to recommending top-notch accommodations in Zanzibar. The combination of beautiful surroundings, excellent service, and thoughtful attention to detail made this experience truly outstanding. Thank you to Aditya and the entire team for making my clients' stay unforgettable!

Regards,
Nasriya - RIYA Concierge