Sharazād Boutique Hotel

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Kibigija, Jambiani
  • Place, Jambiani Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Kuza Cave
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Swahili Cave
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Room options

Sea View Bungalow

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Garden View Villa

  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Pool View Villa

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Garden View Bungalow

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Sea View Villa

  • Sea view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Apartment

  • Garden view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds OR 4 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Garden View Bungalow

  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Quadruple Room

  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View, Poolside

  • Sea view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Air conditioning, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Triple Room, Air conditioning, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Deluxe Triple Room, Ocean View, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Deluxe Quadruple Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Comfort Triple Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Comfort Quadruple Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Comfort Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms, Air conditioning, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Air conditioning, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 80 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Single Beds

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About this property

Sharazād Boutique Hotel

On beach with 4 outdoor pools, near Kuza Cave
Spend the day catching some rays at the beach, relaxing by one of Sharazād Boutique Hotel's 4 outdoor swimming pools or pampering yourself at the full-service spa.
Sharazād Boutique Hotel offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
4 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

The on-site spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body scrubs and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic.
During your stay at Sharazād Boutique Hotel, you're just a quick walk from Jambiani Beach. Enjoy features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast served daily
  • Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
  • Free self-parking
  • The restaurant, 2 beach bars and poolside bar offer choices for drinking and dining
  • Take a swim in the 4 outdoor pools
  • Treat yourself to massages, body treatments or aromatherapy at the spa
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes a gym, yoga classes and fitness classes
  • Steps from Jambiani Beach and a 4-minute drive from Paje Beach
  • Airport and ferry terminal shuttle service available for a fee
Sharazād Boutique Hotel offers its guests 4 outdoor swimming pools and a fitness centre. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 beach bars, a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Sharazād Boutique Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a ferry terminal shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Jambiani resort.

Guests are served a free cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Sharazād Boutique Hotel has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 beach bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Books
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Paddleboard
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping
  • Snorkelling
  • Water sports equipment
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 70

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 11 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 80.00 per vehicle (return, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 70 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Sharazād Boutique Hotel offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation 72 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 72 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their passport before arrival. Guests arriving after 6:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Pool access is available 24 hours a day.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 11 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

SHARAZĀD VILLA Jambiani
SHARAZĀD Jambiani
SHARAZĀD
Sharazād Villa
Sharazād Boutique Hotel Resort
Sharazād Boutique Hotel Jambiani
Sharazād Boutique Hotel Resort Jambiani

Sharazād Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

pascale

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was so helpful and professional. Great food, great location, tasteful rooms, beautiful beach
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ants, mosquitos all over the room incl bed etc. Unable to sleep for 3 days. Chocking
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is absolutely stunning and the staff are warm and welcoming. As well incredibly helpful. Being here felt like home away from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

mia

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

megan

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paseka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

The pool and restaurant were AMAZING
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sebastien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great option

great property. Quite a family ste up but fine for the couple we are. Resturant is ok, yoga is great
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Mariusz

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

By far my favorite

Such a beautiful property. So many privat spots all on their property. The whole hotel is about ecologically friendly design with much love for details. The staff is very knowledgeable, genuine and friendly. Food was excellent. There are two restaurants to choose from one being Vietnamese. They have two spas and a variety of fitness classes, yoga and a jungle gym. I would recommend it to everyone to stay there for a few days.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adina

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved everything about Sharazad! My room, food, service ! Every thing was amazing! I would highly recommend staying here when in Zanzibar!!! 10 out of 10!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Lukas

Nice hotel, but not exceptional

The rooms are noit suitable for tainy weather. Rooms are too dark and wet.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Hotel

Lovely hotel, staff were fantastic. the food in the restaurant was very reasonably priced and the quality was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best stay in Jambiani

We enjoyed every minute of our stay at this beautiful boutique hotel. The location, room and beach are just stunning and exceeded our expectations. We like exploring and trying different places while on holiday, however we returned to Sharazād for dinner most days as their food and cocktails were just the best - especially when it comes to vegetarian options. Variety of breakfast and lunch/dinner changed daily, so we were spoilt with choices. Staff was helpful and approachable at all times and we felt very well looked after. Hoping to return to Sharazād Villas very soon.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good resort with a little to gain still

A nice resort, but mainly for romantic couples I believe. As so many places in Zanzibar the food was not up to standards as I am used to, but it is fair. The prices for extra services such as laundry was VERY expensive compared to other hotels/resorts I visited in Zanzibar. And.. of course the staff.... For English speakers they were friendly, polite and nice. But (also as so many other places in Zanzibar) when they spoke Swahili among themselves they gave bad characteristics both of the guests and the owner. Lot of not so good voicing when they believe you cannot understand them.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Lovely hotel but needs air con

My husband and I enjoyed our stay, the service from the manager Hanis was personable and professional. The beach is not great for swimming due to the amount of seaweed but it is lovely to swim there, just needs to be timed. The food is lovely and the area quiet. Disappointly , the room did not have any air conditioning, just two fans. In high temperatures like what we experienced we feel this is a must.

10/10 Excellent

GILLES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Chambre sur la plage superbe. Très belle vue . Quelques petits restaurants autour 4 jolies piscines où les singes viennent jouer de temps en temps. Restauration excellente. Personnel très attentionné. Mention spéciale pour Winnie et Lisa au restaurant très professionnelles et souriantes . Seul petit bémol ,le wifi qui déconnecte de temps en temps .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian, SKEDSMOKORSET

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with many different zones to relax and get the tranquil island vibe of Zanzibar. Good breakfast and lovely employees. If you are looking for a serene paradise, this is a very good choice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Little piece of paradise

I loved my stay from start to finish. The staff was amazing and so welcoming I felt like a princess. Communication was easy with WhatsApp and that made everything even more effortles. They made my stay so comfortable that I really was sad to leave. This place truly is a little piece of paradise. The beach is really beautiful and even though the tides are pretty strong you can swim when the tide is high in the morning. The food at the restaurant was really good, and everything was made with such care that every plate was beautiful and tasty. Only problem I had was that sound proofing in the rooms was not the best, so if you are a light sleeper I would recommend some earplugs just in case.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very beautiful and relaxed place

We’ve just had the most amazing holiday at Sharazad Oasis Retreat, and we cannot recommend this place enough! From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed and pampered by the incredibly friendly and helpful staff. Unfortunately, I had sprained my leg, but the staff went above and beyond to assist us – including offering a late check-out so we could make the most of our stay. The hotel is absolutely stunning, located right on the beach with breathtaking views. The beach is beautiful and the atmosphere is calm and relaxing. The restaurant serves good food – both lunch and dinner were wonderful, and the included breakfast was varied, delicious, and filled with fresh ingredients. The hotel is well-maintained, and with three great pools, there’s always a perfect spot to unwind and enjoy the surroundings. You can truly feel the love and care that has been put into this place, both in the level of service and in the attention to detail throughout the hotel. We’re already looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024