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Kendwa Crystal Coast Hotel

Hotel in Kendwa

Set in Kendwa, 400 metres from Kendwa Beach, Kendwa Crystal Coast Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

S
Sedat
From
Canada
I had a great experience in this hotel. The hotel itself is very new, and you can see that in nicely decorated spacious room with quality furnitures and lots of shelves and racks that are more than enough to store your extra stuff. Room was very clean, housekeeping was professional during my stay. Breakfast was great, wifi was strong enough to browse and check your emails. They even have a generator for power outages that are very common in Kendwa. 10 min walk to beach, which is not big deal, you even find a chance to grab a few groceries at a local store on your way back to hotel. Hotel staff was very friendly, helpful and always available to ask anything. They even let me check out after 5pm in my last day which made my day so easy as my flight was late in night. I will definitely book Crystal Coast again in my next visit to Kendwa.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
Price from
US$85
1 night, 2 adults

Sunset Kendwa Beach Hotel

Hotel in Kendwa

Located on Kendwa Beach in Nungwi, the Sunset Kendwa Beach Hotel offers spacious rooms and bungalows. It features a dive centre, a restaurant and 24-hour front desk.

B
Barbara Biro
From
United Arab Emirates
The hotel is at the best beach location. Long walk on the beach in front of many other hotels is possible unlike at other parts of Zanzibar. Many cute little local shops are near just a minute away. All kinds of fantastic water activities and boat tours are right in front of the hotel. The beach is clean and can swim any time, unlike in other areas where you have to wait for high tide not to hurt yourself on the corals. The hotel pool is also very pleasant.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,527 reviews
Price from
US$142.50
1 night, 2 adults

Kendwa Rocks Hotel

Hotel in Kendwa

Located on Kendwa Beach and surrounded by lush gardens, Kendwa Rocks Hotel offers rooms and suites with views of the Indian Ocean or the garden. Zanzibar Town is 1 hour drive away.

L
Lovro
From
Croatia
Property of the Kendwa rock hotel is astonishing. Food is delicious and staff is really kind.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,246 reviews
Price from
US$184.50
1 night, 2 adults

Sansi Kendwa Beach Resort

Hotel in Kendwa

Facing the beachfront, Sansi Kendwa Beach Resort offers 4-star accommodation in Kendwa and features an outdoor swimming pool, garden and terrace.

A
Andrea
From
Serbia
The property is in amazing part of the island, rooms are very clean and all the staff is amazing and welcoming. My boyfriend decided to propose me there and with the help of the staff, they managed to organize full proposal in less than 24h without me having any clue. They made so much effort and it couldnt be done without them. Laurent, Peter, Jackson, Richard and the rest of the team were so amazing! We will be back soon to this amazing place with beautiful energy!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 347 reviews
Price from
US$217.13
1 night, 2 adults

Villa Vanilla Kendwa

Hotel in Kendwa

Situated in Kendwa, 400 metres from Kendwa Beach, Villa Vanilla Kendwa features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

J
Julian
From
France
We spent a perfect week in Villa Vanilla. The staff and owner are very kind and welcoming. Great breakfast on roof terrace with lots of fresh fruits. Tasty dinner. Rooms are extremely clean and are cleaned perfectly every day. If you don’t like to stay in the big resorts (like us), this hotel with its central location and great views is a perfect choice. Kendwa’s main beach is just a short walk away and in the street of the hotel you can find restaurants, supermarkets, money exchange and a pharmacy. The friendly owner is often around to help with any matters. He also arranged our very late checkin due to a last-minute flight cancellation and we were able to checkout late until it was time to leave for the airport. Nothing to improve ! We would definitely choose Villa Vanilla again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 334 reviews
Price from
US$44.10
1 night, 2 adults

Boutique View Garden Kendwa

Hotel in Kendwa

Boutique View Garden Kendwa has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Kendwa. Offering a bar, the property is located within 400 metres of Kendwa Beach.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$139.50
1 night, 2 adults

Sand and Sunset

Hotel in Kendwa

Situated in Kendwa, 100 metres from Kendwa Beach, Sand and Sunset features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 3-star hotel offers a bar.

A
Alexandra
From
Australia
10/10 hospitality, could not fault the service. Clean facilities and nice room Great location to Kendwa beach and good value for money
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 96 reviews
Price from
US$48
1 night, 2 adults

Tropicana Garden

Hotel in Kendwa

Tropicana Garden features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, a private beach area and terrace in Kendwa. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

M
Mohammed Rayyan
From
United Arab Emirates
Thanks to the manager, Azhar who gave us a room upgrade. He also helped us with some valuable information about Kendwa beach. Location is perfect and the stay was very comfortable. Would definitely recommend this place!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 186 reviews
Price from
US$33
1 night, 2 adults

Kibanda Natural Kendwa Villa

Hotel in Kendwa

Kibanda Natural Kendwa Villa has a garden, private beach area, a terrace and bar in Kendwa.

L
Lidija
From
Serbia
Everything was great, food is very delicious and tasty, spa is excellent, beach is private (shared with Kendwa rock hotel) and very clean, 2 min walk from the hotel. Swiming pool and area around pool is also very nice. People who work in hotel are very nice and kind and I would specially like to thank to Umi, Moana and Monika.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 251 reviews
Price from
US$120
1 night, 2 adults

SunSeaBar Beach Resort

Hotel in Kendwa

Offering a barbecue and water sports facilities,Varadero Zanzibar is situated in Kendwa.

M
Maxim
From
Belarus
Beachfront , amazing location with excellent service
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 912 reviews
Price from
US$100
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with airport shuttles in Kendwa

Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 267 reviews
From US$117 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews
From US$93.50 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 347 reviews
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 96 reviews
From US$66.40 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
From US$110 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 195 reviews
From US$1,442.45 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 409 reviews
From US$105.73 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,097 reviews
From US$121 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,838 reviews
From US$135 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,119 reviews
From US$177 per night

Most booked hotels in Kendwa and surroundings in the past month

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 251 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 96 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 347 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Kendwa

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 334 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Kendwa

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 912 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,246 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,527 reviews

Budget hotels in Kendwa and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 543 reviews

Located on the beachfront in Kendwa, Mocco Beach Villa features free WiFi in the restaurant. The property boasts an on-site restaurant and free private parking is available.

From US$110 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 186 reviews

Tropicana Garden features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, a private beach area and terrace in Kendwa. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 912 reviews

Offering a barbecue and water sports facilities,Varadero Zanzibar is situated in Kendwa.

From US$90 per night

Set within 600 metres of Kendwa Beach and 41 km of Kichwele Forest Reserve, DOGO E ILARIA Bed & Breakfast features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Nungwi.

From US$108 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews

Set in Nungwi, 1.2 km from Kendwa Beach, Cappadocia Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Providing free WiFi, parking on-site and a garden, the recently renovated property of Swahili lodge nungwi, offers rooms in Kinyasini, 700 metres from Kendwa Beach and 41 km from Kichwele Forest...

From US$43.39 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Pineapple House is situated in Nungwi. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$80.10 per night

Amara Nakupenda Villa JJ is located in Nungwi and features a private pool and pool views. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$60 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Kendwa

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews

Varadero Zanzibar Hotel has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Kendwa. This 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom.

From US$110 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Boasting a terrace and a restaurant, The Var Zanzibar is situated in Kendwa, 300 metres from Kendwa Beach and 40 km from Kichwele Forest Reserve.

From US$330 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 251 reviews

Kibanda Natural Kendwa Villa has a garden, private beach area, a terrace and bar in Kendwa.

From US$150 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 269 reviews

Set within a few steps of Kendwa Beach and 40 km of Kichwele Forest Reserve, Ndiro Beach House Kendwa offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kendwa.

From US$40.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

600 metres from Kendwa Beach, Cocohut Zanzibar - Kendwa & Nungwi is a recently renovated property situated in Kendwa and features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking.

From US$49 per night

Set 700 metres from Kendwa Beach, Zurgada kendwa 1 offers accommodation with a patio, as well as a garden. The guest house offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$55 per night

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, lake view and a balcony, Villa KipepeoO is located in Kendwa.

From US$379 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 291 reviews

Located on Kendwa Beach, the oasis of luxury that is Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa offers guests stylish, individually decorated accommodation with a terrace overlooking the Indian Ocean or garden.

From US$1,030 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Kendwa and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

Situated within 1.8 km of Kendwa Beach and 40 km of Kichwele Forest Reserve, Mangi Mangi Accomodation features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Nungwi.

From US$36.10 per night

Located in Mwombali, 1.8 km from Kendwa Beach, Nakupenda Boutique provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

From US$249.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 332 reviews

Set within less than 1 km of Royal Beach and 42 km of Kichwele Forest Reserve, Mimi na wewe villa offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Nungwi.

From US$75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews

Situated in Nungwi, 1.4 km from Kendwa Beach, Cactus lodge Zanzibar features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews

Offering a bar and garden view, VICK Boutique Hotel with NEW power backup is situated in Nungwi, less than 1 km from Royal Beach and 42 km from Kichwele Forest Reserve.

From US$75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 227 reviews

Located directly on a white sandy beach with a coral reef, Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort offers tropical gardens with 4 outdoor pools and water-sports facilities.

From US$750 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

Situated in Nungwi and only 700 metres from Royal Beach, Binta Boutique Hotel - Small Oasis near Nungwi Beach features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Situated in Nungwi, 400 metres from Royal Beach, Oasis Nungwi features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

From US$108.47 per night

FAQs about hotels in Kendwa

What guests said about Kendwa:

8.0

Kendwa beach was definitely the best beach compared to...

Kendwa beach was definitely the best beach compared to Nungwi, especially the south part. Even in low tide it was easy to take a swim. Also the beach here is wider and feel less crowded. As on the complete stretch there were many people trying to sell you stuff but on the south part not so many ”permanent” sales people other than the ones having sheds. The Maasai roaming around are friendly but just say no with a smile and most will not be persistent in their effort to sell you something..
Guest review by
Peter
Sweden
10

If you are looking for white sand beach with the best ocean...

If you are looking for white sand beach with the best ocean waters and minimal tides, Kendwa is the best place in Zanzibar. The beach is the most spacious and greatest on the island and the village provides all the necessities you would need. With many tours and water activities offered on the beach you would hardly need to move anywhere else. It is also a walkable distance to Nungwi during low tide if anyone is interested in a more bustily environment.
Guest review by
Lazarevska
8.0

The sea and beach with super soft and white sand are...

The sea and beach with super soft and white sand are absolutely fabulous and relatively clean. I got bitten by sand fleas on my legs because I spend a lot of time in the sea and walked barefoot. There is a lot of informal trade on the beach by locals trying to sell something. Maybe even more so if you are a woman walking alone.
Guest review by
Catharina
South Africa
8.0

The location is great, just a minute from the ocean, there...

The location is great, just a minute from the ocean, there are a lot restaurants both expensive and very local ones, no issues with electricity, hot shower and air-con and the safe box. Card and cash payment is acceptable. Very safe to stay and walk around even at night, the owner is very kind and trustworthy. Very basic breakfast but it OK, no TV and fridge in the room, internet is breaking so often especially in the room, but it works perfectly at the balcony. It is very budget friendly and highly recommend it.
Guest review by
RAHEL HAILU
France
10

Long walks on the beach, swimming even during low tide.

Long walks on the beach, swimming even during low tide. Some attractions are quite far and transport is expensive. Safari Blue Tour, Swimming with dolphins and turtles, Stonetown and the Serenity Spa were awesome. The trip advisor at the hotel assisted with bookings.
Guest review by
Andre
South Africa
10

Great location on the beach, very nice and friendly staff,...

Great location on the beach, very nice and friendly staff, large rooms, beautiful grounds with many coconut palms Unfortunately, there is a lot of small plastic waste and cigarette butts on the beach near the beach chairs. Noise, pollution and danger from reckless jet ski drivers. DANGEROUS & Pollution
Guest review by
Marie
Germany

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From US$90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 912 reviews
Very nice location , good breakfast on the roof terrace. Good variety and possibility of different egg items. I opted for a room with private jacuzzi and enjoyed that very much. The beach bar restaurant was also nice after a day out or on the beach. I booket this hotel after being recommened from a friend and the fact that they have a generator as Zanzibar is famous for powercuts.
Guest review by
Lars Henrik C
Norway
From US$142.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,527 reviews
Staff were freindly, cooperative and helpful. location is perfect for sunset view and watersports. Breakfast boufet is rich, diverse, and delicious. Thier resturant couisines are delicious.It is the best one we tried in Zanzibar, but their prices are slightly higher, and, most of their couisine are western. It is a quite old hotel but facilities are in good condition.
Guest review by
Mohamed
Tanzania
From US$1,030 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 291 reviews
The hotel is located on the best stretch of beach in zanzibar, not affected by high or low tides. Service is 5 star. The general manager tuan and his staff all make a tremendous effort in ensuring you get the best service possible. 5 star hotel, 5 star service, 5 star food, 5 star location.
Guest review by
BILAAL
Zambia
From US$770 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 316 reviews
-Genuinely great hotel, nice beach, food and service. Quite like it actually and would return should I come to Zanzibar again -Suggest opting for an all-inclusive option - it is worth it and the guys here make great cocktails
Guest review by
E
Russia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews
In general I like the property, it feels like I am child again and enjoying time in the Summer camp. It was close to the best beach in Zanzibar and Renate is really nice woman. Welcoming, friendly, full of positive vibe.
Guest review by
Marta
United Kingdom
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