Set in 32 hectares of pristine land on the South West coast of Zanzibar, The Residence Zanzibar is a luxurious all-villa resort. Located just 55 minutes from the airport and the capital Stone Town, The Residence lies on a mile-long beach, flanked by coconut palms and the warm waters of the Indian Ocean.
All 66 villas are luxuriously appointed with contemporary, stylish furniture reminding guests of the island's African and Omani heritage. Each villa has satellite TV, CD/DVD player in the living room, mini bar, direct dial telephone, hairdryer, mosquito nets, personal safe, tea and coffee making facilities, broadband internet access, air-conditioning and overhead fans in the living room and bedrooms.
As well as the two restaurants and pool bars, guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner delivered to their villa's private deck.
Apart from the secluded beach, The Residence offers plentiful complimentary activities including tennis court, bicycles, fitness centre, kayaking, pedal boat, HobieCat, and snorkelling. At an additional cost guests can also enjoy kite surfing, deep-sea fishing, Dolphin safaris, a Dhow cruise and Scuba diving. There is also a children's club open daily offering a range of activities and sports for children from 4-14 years of age.