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Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar

4.0 star property
Family-friendly resort on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Interior
On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
2 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar
Superior Room | View from room
With its picturesque white sand beach, Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. Guests praise the helpful staff and rave about enjoying a hot stone massage or other spa treatments, then sipping cocktails at the swim-up bar. You can also unwind with fitness classes, take part in exciting water sports like windsurfing or explore beautiful Mapenzi Beach nearby.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Room service
On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas

On the beach

This traditional-style resort is located on the beach. Take advantage of the beach loungers, beach umbrellas, and beach towels at the white sand beach. Experience the magic of beachfront dining with a special meal at the restaurant. Some on-site activities to enjoy during your trip include sailing, windsurfing, and boat tours. Notable activities close by include snorkeling and windsurfing.

On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Superior Room, Garden Area

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, Garden Area

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Superior Room

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bidet
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

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Kiwengwa, Kiwengwa Beach, North East Coast

What's nearby

  • Mapenzi Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pwani Mchangani Beach - 4 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Muyuni Beach - 9 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Kendwa Beach - 49 min drive - 30.1 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 74 min drive

About this property

Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar

Upscale family-friendly resort near Mapenzi Beach
Located close to Muyuni Beach, Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar provides a free breakfast buffet, a swim-up bar, and a poolside bar. With a white sand beach, beachfront dining, and sun loungers, this resort is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in a hot stone massage, a manicure/pedicure, and a facial at the onsite spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and international cuisine. Fitness classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include boat tours, beach volleyball, and windsurfing. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers, pool umbrellas, and a swim-up bar
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and wedding services
  • A 24-hour front desk, meeting rooms, and a porter/bellhop
Room features
All 98 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as thoughtful touches like safes and minibars.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and bidets
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and childcare services

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 10 km
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Bahari Bar
  • Jahazi Restaurant
  • Mawimbi Restaurant
  • Ocean Restaurant
  • Pool bar

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sailing
  • Steam room
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference center (4,467 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2004
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 70 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Guests under 13 years old are not allowed in the health club, fitness facility, or hot tub, while guests under 12 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool, health club, and fitness facility with adult supervision
Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–7:00 PM.

Is Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 70 per vehicle applies.

Where is Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kiwengwa resort is within 2 mi (3 km) of Mapenzi Beach and Kiwengwa Beach. Muyuni Beach and Kendwa Beach are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 136 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Muna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great resort and professional staff. We really enjoyed our stay at ocean paradise, room was clean and quiet , food was delicious and night shows and entertainment was added value.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hakim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The workers were awesome
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose Alberto Jimenez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
100 % recomendable en todos los aspectos
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Wajdi

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

Je recommande

Hotel atypique style africain safari, on était un couple avec un nourrisson, on a eu la chambre 178 c'était difficile de se déplacer de la chambre vers la piscine / restaurant du soir car trajet trop long. Si non personnel aimable, il faut surtout pas sortir vers la plage car les locaux te saute dessus pour espérer de vendre un truc.. si non globalement cest un bon hotel qui represente l'Afrique.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
super .hotel les gens extrêmement gentils , la seul chose je pourrais dire il manque de fer a repasser le linge ..et les matelas de plage un peu fatigués
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

yves

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

yves

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

NDC

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samie

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

PARVINDER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff went out of their way to do what I requested and nothing was too much bother for them
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Antoine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is well kept and the staff is amazing. Everyone was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Kamil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

tarhouni

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara Tarek

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a lovely spacious hotel with a beautiful African theme spread out in beautiful grounds. The staff were lovely especially Hassan, the Bar Manager and the Animator boys Godgift, Marco and Festo who were great fun. We really enjoyed our holiday there.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Ayelet

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

Nice :)

Relax, fun
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Veldig bra Resort med alt en trenger for å koble av fra hverdagen. Veldig serviceminded personale, god standard på rom, kort avstand til strand, stort og fint basseng. Hotellet tilbyr i tillegg ulike turer, daglige aktiviteter etc. Anbefales på det sterkeste!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wunderschöne, gepflegte Anlage, wird jeden Tag gut gereinigt. Zimmer und Badezimmer sehr geräumig und immer gut gesäubert. Betten werden liebevoll dekoriert. Das Essen ist sehr schmackhaft und abwechslungsreich. Einzig das Personal beim Abendessen hat einige Defizite in der Handhabung der Getränkerechnung. Man muss diese genau kontrollieren, bevor man unterschreibt, da häufig einiges durcheinander geht. Sonst ist das Personal sehr freundlich . Der Strand, die Liegen und die Hotelanlage ist wunderschön, ich kann das Hotel uneingeschränkt weiterempfehlen. Man muss beim Personal ein Auge zudrücken, schließlich ist man in Afrika!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay! It was relaxing, and the staff were very accommodating to us. The food was phenomenal as well.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely incredible! Fantastic beyond believe . It was so good I booked an additional 3 nights . I could not fault a single aspect of the resort . I was a lone traveler , and every single member of staff including the managers and manager of the resort made me feel like a member of the family . They were all so warm friendly and welcoming, and I will genuinely miss chatting to them . The location is superb and the beach and ocean views incredible. The food was fantastic and I would like to extend a massive thank you to every single member of staff! Nothing was too much trouble for this wonder people . Matthew
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is truly African heritage. From the file folders to the furniture. I only missed an africanised sticker on the mini fridge. The staff is warm, place clean, daily activities to keep you healthy n fit. This is a place of the definite return to.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019