Bawe Island in Bawe Island

About this property

Bawe Island Zanzibar is a 5-star resort situated on a private island spanning over 30 hectares, directly opposite Stone Town. This "island within an island" concept ensures maximum privacy and exclusivity, while offering convenient access to Zanzibar's main attractions. The resort features 70 individually decorated guestrooms and villas, many boasting private pools. Each room is equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, desk, minibar, coffee machine, safety deposit box, and a private bathroom with a bidet. Guests can enjoy amenities such as down comforters, Frette Italian sheets, and in some rooms, private balconies, patios, terraces, or sea views. Guests benefit from a wide array of services including a 24-hour front desk, concierge services, express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, daily housekeeping, dry cleaning/laundry services, and 24-hour room service. A dedicated butler service is also available. For transportation, airport transfers are provided, along with a ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge) and shuttle services to Changu Island. Tours can be arranged directly from the resort. Families will appreciate the kids' club, children's playground, and babysitting services (surcharge). Complimentary wireless internet access is available throughout the property, and digital programming is provided for entertainment. Dining options are plentiful, with at least three restaurants, a coffee shop/cafe, a bar/lounge, a beach bar, and a poolside bar. The main restaurant offers Italian, Japanese, and Pizza cuisine, catering to diverse dietary needs with vegetarian, dairy-free, halal, and kosher options. BBQ facilities are also on-site. A complimentary breakfast is served daily, featuring buffet, à la carte, and continental choices. Snacks and quality coffee are available at the cafe. The resort offers superb leisure amenities, including a full-service spa with massages, body treatments, facials, and a hot tub. Recreational facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, a health club, an outdoor tennis court, billiards, table tennis, and complimentary use of bicycles. Guests can relax in the private beach area, garden, shared lounge, or enjoy evenings in the karaoke rooms. For quick transfers or scenic tours, the island boasts a landing platform for helicopters. Designated smoking zones are available. Bawe Island Zanzibar is ideally situated, with Nakupenda Beach just 0.1 km (0.1 mi) away and Prison Island 1.3 km (0.8 mi) away. The Zanzibar Ferry Terminal is 5.3 km (3.3 mi) from the resort, and Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) is the nearest major airport, located 7.9 km (4.9 mi) away. The Bawe Island is a Tourist hotel. Located in BEACH area. The nightlife/restaurants are located in the hotel.