Zanzibar Beach & Seaside Holidays

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Top flight + Beach hotel deals in Zanzibar

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TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
Melia Zanzibar
Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only
Dhow Inn Boutique Hotel
Zanzi Resort
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5* Beach holidays in Zanzibar

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TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
Melia Zanzibar
Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only
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3 Night Beach holidays in Zanzibar

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Reef & Beach Resort
Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only
Melia Zanzibar
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4 Night Beach holidays in Zanzibar

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VOI Kiwengwa Resort
Melia Zanzibar
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
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Find your perfect Zanzibar beach holiday

How can I book the best beach holidays in Zanzibar?

Sometimes all you want is to kick back with the sun on your face and your toes in the sand. Plus-size the blissful on your Zanzibar beach holiday by checking out the best bays and using our neighbourhood filter to find accommodation nearby – or even with serene sea views. Use the reviews and our guest-rating filter to find the loveliest options.

Can I book cheap beach holidays in Zanzibar?

For a budget beach break, consider staying a little further away from the sea, or choose self-catering rather than a hotel. You can use our amenities filter and map view to find the best cheap deals for you. Sunbathe for less with our affordable Zanzibar beach holidays, which start from £271. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

When can I go on a quiet beach holiday in Zanzibar?

Enjoy out-of-season seclusion on a beach holiday to Zanzibar during the quieter months. With fewer crowds competing for accommodation, you could bag a great deal, too.

Why should I book family holidays in Zanzibar with beach access?

If you have kids, beach holidays are more buckets and spades, lilos and sun cream than they are spa, cocktails and long reads – unless you book a holiday with beach access. It’s a family win. Even better, once the kids are in bed, you can sit on your bedroom balcony, listen to the waves and share a local tipple and stay in earshot of your sleeping beauties.

How can I find a Zanzibar beachfront holiday?

For the ultimate beach holiday, use our beachfront and sea view filters to whittle down your search results to find the perfect property, right on the water.

How can I book last-minute Zanzibar beach holidays?

Add a little spontaneity to your beach holiday by looking for a last-minute deal in Zanzibar. If you have set dates, pop them into the search and see what heaven awaits in just a few days.

Can I find Zanzibar beach holidays which are all inclusive?

A beach holiday to Zanzibar is one of the best occasions to treat yourself to an all-inclusive holiday package. Savour every sip of cocktail, every moment of sunshine, every blissful meal you didn’t have to cook yourself. And all included in the price. Just use our all-inclusive filter to see what’s available.

Can I book a Zanzibar beach trip with free cancellation and/or flexible dates?

Even if plans change, you don’t have to lose out. Use our filters to find accommodation with free cancellation, or even filter for buy now, pay later options. Once you’ve booked, log into your account to see all the details.

Why should I book a Zanzibar beach holiday with Expedia?

Our huge range of accommodation and flights mean you’ll find the best beach holidays in Zanzibar on Expedia in just a few clicks. It’s as easy as falling asleep to the sounds of the sea.

Top Beach Zanzibar Hotels

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only
Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only
5 out of 5
Nungwi Road, Nungwi
  • 4 min drive from Nungwi Beach
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Nungwi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (636 reviews)

Travellers like: on the beach, sunloungers, beach bars, beach umbrellas

Travellers say...
"Excellent hotel and service. Food was very good as well, with the caveat that the buffet was not always available (some nights were a la carte only). Limited entertainment, but it was enjoyable when there was some. I would choose this hotel again regardless of those two things, overall it was a wonderful ..."

Reviewed on 17 Apr 2025

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive - Adults Only
The Z Hotel
The Z Hotel
4 out of 5
Nungwi Beach, Zanzibar, Nungwi
  • 8 min walk from Nungwi Beach
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Nungwi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Nungwi Beach and Kendwa Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (400 reviews)

Travellers like: on the beach, sunloungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Travellers say...
"10/10 OMG literally the best resort I have ever visited! Everything is top tier, the level of customer service and attention to detail is unreal. Worth every penny! I will surely be back and recommend to anyone visiting Zanzibar :)"

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2025

The Z Hotel
Tembo House Hotel
Tembo House Hotel
4 out of 5
Forodhani Street, Zanzibar Town
  • 1 hour drive from Nungwi Beach
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (818 reviews)

Travellers like: on the beach, sunloungers, beach towels, kids' pool

Travellers say...
"Great character property with beautiful bedrooms that are mostly individual. Great upstairs pool and elegant lounge salon in main building. Only minor issue is the road facing rooms above the entrance has several elderly men who talk incessantly 18 hours a day in a loud booming voice, but there in ..."

Reviewed on 8 Apr 2025

Tembo House Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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