10 Best Zanzibar Villas

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Experience the freedom of luxurious island living with our guide to the 10 Best Zanzibar Villas, curated by the World Travel Awards. From secluded beachfront hideaways and elegant private residences to spectacular villas surrounded by tropical gardens and turquoise Indian Ocean views, Zanzibar offers exceptional escapes for discerning travellers. Combining privacy, spacious accommodation, personalised service, and breathtaking surroundings, these outstanding villas provide idyllic settings for romantic retreats, family holidays, group getaways, and unforgettable adventures on the legendary Spice Islands.

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Today’s Best Zanzibar

Villa Experience

Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa

Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa is one of Zanzibar’s most exclusive beachfront retreats, set along the powder-white sands of Paje on the island’s south-east coast. The intimate Relais & Châteaux property combines contemporary design with a strong sense of privacy, with a collection of spacious villas set within lush tropical gardens and many featuring private swimming pools, expansive terraces and direct access to the beach.


The resort has been designed around space, tranquillity and personalised service, making it particularly appealing to couples, honeymooners, families and travellers seeking a more private alternative to a conventional luxury hotel. Dining places an emphasis on fresh ingredients and refined international and local flavours, while the Senses Spa, yoga, fitness facilities, water sports and access to Paje’s renowned kitesurfing conditions provide plenty beyond the villas.


Sustainability is also central to the resort’s identity, with extensive use of solar power, water-management initiatives and environmentally conscious operating practices. Combining exceptional privacy, elegant villa accommodation, attentive service and one of Zanzibar’s most beautiful coastal settings, Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa stands out as one of the island’s leading luxury escapes.

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