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Surfescape Zanzibar

Property class: 3.5

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A beach with clear skies, palm trees, and a boat in the water. - Surfescape Zanzibar (Kiwengwa)
A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, palm trees, and sun loungers on the sandy beach. - Surfescape Zanzibar (Kiwengwa)
A resort with multiple buildings, palm trees, and a pool. - Surfescape Zanzibar (Kiwengwa)
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Located close to Kiwengwa Beach, Surfescape Zanzibar provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. This apartment is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, sun loungers, and scuba diving. Enjoy onsite activities like boat tours, windsurfing, and snorkeling. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and dry cleaning/laundry services are available to all guests.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

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A single bed with a canopy, white bedding, and patterned curtains.

Standard Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, grey curtains, a wardrobe, and an air conditioning unit.

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Patio, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Room

Deluxe Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Terrace, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 120 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A single bed with white linens and a rolled towel, a wooden headboard, and a view of palm trees and a beach through a glass door.

Deluxe Room, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a wooden ladder bookshelf, yellow curtains, and a colorful lion painting.

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 120 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Kiwengwa, Surfescape Zanzibar is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kiwengwa Beach and Mnemba Island. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Amaan Stadium or Simba Padel. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding. Visit our Kiwengwa travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A boat on a calm sea at sunset with clouds in the sky.
    Kiwengwa Beach
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A sandy beach with three wooden boats and lush green vegetation.
    Muyuni Beach
    20 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • A calm sea at sunset with several boats and a large ship in the distance.
    Shangani Beach
    48 min drive - 29.0 miles
  • A beach with clear turquoise water and two boats anchored near the shore.
    Nungwi Beach
    60 min drive - 27.2 miles
  • Mapenzi Beach
    13 min drive - 6.3 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)
    78 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Green & Grill
    11 min drive
  • Andiamo
    11 min drive
  • The Yoga Bar Zanzibar
    5 min drive
  • the kokosnuss
    11 min drive
  • pool bar @ blue bay
    5 min drive

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On a white sand beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking

Dining

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • Chef service
  • Couples/private dining

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Window screens

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free bottled water
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Safe
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Paddleboard
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Water sports equipment
  • Windsurfing
  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 6 units
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Important information

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
This property only accepts cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Surfescape Zanzibar pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Surfescape Zanzibar?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Surfescape Zanzibar?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Surfescape Zanzibar located?

This Kiwengwa apartment building is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Kiwengwa Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Pongwe Beach and Mapenzi Beach. Pwani Mchangani Beach and Uroa Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Surfescape Zanzibar Reviews

7.8

Good

7.2

Cleanliness

5.0

Amenities

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 7 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
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Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hotel posizione ottima fronte mare .personale gentile ed accogliente ! Siamo stati bene
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Das Zimmer war sehr verwohnt. Es fehlt ein Vorhang, Kühlschrank veraltet, Küche durch fehlende Utensilien nicht wirklich zu nutzen. Im Vorjahr wesentlich besser, dringend renovierungsbedürftig.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Expérience catastrophique – cambriolage en plein jour et personnel complice ? Nous avons séjourné une semaine dans cet appart'hôtel. Tout allait bien jusqu’au dernier jour. Ayant un vol tardif (22h35), nous avons demandé à garder la chambre un peu plus longtemps, ce que le personnel a accepté. Nous sommes allés bronzer à quelques mètres de l'appartement et, à notre retour, nous avons constaté un cambriolage : valise fouillée, baie vitrée ouverte (jamais utilisée), argent liquide, papiers d’identité, cartes bancaires et baskets volés. Le plus choquant : aucune réaction du personnel. Il a fallu INSISTER pour qu'ils appellent la police. Le "policier" est arrivé en me faisant un "high five" a inspecté les lieux sans sérieux, et a fini par "nous blâmer" pour le vol. Impossible d’obtenir une attestation de vol car il fallait soi-disant "attendre une enquête". Nous avons dû partir sans justificatif. En creusant, nous avons découvert que d’autres voyageurs ont subi des vols similaires dans ce même hôtel, avec les mêmes comportements suspects du personnel. Rien de cela n’apparaît clairement sur les avis du site, ce qui est extrêmement inquiétant. Aucun soutien, aucune sécurité, aucune responsabilité. Hôtel à fuir absolument. Expédia devrait cesser de le proposer tant que ces problèmes graves ne sont pas pris en charge. Si vous tenez à vos affaires et à votre tranquillité, passez votre chemin. Je ne peux pas plus détailler avec d'autres arguments car le nb de caractère est limité..
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025