Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa - Relais & Chateaux

A truly beautiful beachfront retreat set along a stunning stretch of powdery white sand, offering exceptional privacy and tranquillity. Our villa was clean, spacious, and exceptionally well maintained, providing a comfortable and luxurious experience. Every detail was thoughtfully considered, making it easy to unwind and enjoy the surroundings. The food was excellent throughout our stay, featuring high-quality ingredients and delicious flavours. Breakfast was particularly impressive, with an outstanding selection of dishes. The pastries deserve a special mention—they were among the best we have ever had. While we experienced a few minor hiccups during our stay, they did not detract from the overall experience. The property itself is stunning, and the hospitality extended by the team was warm and greatly appreciated.

Wonderful resort with first class food and luxurious villas. We had a villa for 10 people which had everything provided. Dinner by the pool every day and a very short walk to the white sand beach. Butler service in the rooms and excursions easily arranged. Pool in villa and two hot tubs.

We had the pleasure of dining at the hotel’s restaurant, and everything was exceptional. From the warm, attentive service to the inventive and beautifully presented cuisine, every detail was thoughtfully executed. The setting is idyllic, with elegant décor and handcrafted furnishings that create a truly special atmosphere without ever feeling overdone.✨ And to top it all off, be ready for outstanding cocktails, an excellent wine selection and a dessert menu just way too tempting (choosing just one felt nearly impossible!). A memorable evening from start to finish.

My stay at the Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Resort & Spa was incredible. The location is just perfect with direct beach access, and I really appreciated how safe it felt – there's security around so nobody bothers you, which makes such a difference. We stayed in one of the villas and honestly, it had everything. Private pool with loungers and hammocks, really good air conditioning, a kitchen with a coffee machine and free soft drinks that got restocked daily. The rooftop with seating areas was our favorite spot for evening drinks. Loved the little touches like proper books in the living room and bedroom, and the mosquito net around the bed meant we slept perfectly. Two showers too – one inside and one outside. The resort itself has a nice boutique, a larger main pool, and a spa that's worth visiting. They use their own cosmetics which smell amazing. The jacuzzi in +30 weather felt a bit weird honestly, but still nice for a quick dip. For anyone who likes to stay active, there's tennis and padel courts, plus a center where you can book kitesurfing lessons and other stuff. We did the Jozani Forest trip and Stone Town tour which the hotel arranged smoothly. But the absolute highlight was the day cruise – snorkeling, landing on a sandbank, and the freshest grilled food prepared right on the yacht. Now let's talk about food because wow. The kitchen here is next level, seriously better than many high-end hotels I've stayed at in Europe. Everything tastes amazing, from the bread and pastries (genuinely better than France) to the butter mixed with local spices, to the steaks and seafood cooked perfectly. The only small thing was the Friday local cuisine night – the food was simpler and not quite at the same standard. But honestly, the live band playing that night was so good and energetic that it totally made up for it and we had a blast anyway. If I had to mention one tiny thing, it's the butler service. We weren't really sure what they were for since the reception team handled everything via WhatsApp super quickly anyway. Not a complaint, just an observation. Overall though, this place is something special. If you want luxury, privacy, and food that will blow your mind, book it.

Our stay with you was fantastic and just what we'd hoped for. The accommodation was exactly as described and evident from your website - and the hospitality we received from everyone was exceptional - as was the food!

Amazing property with maximum of privacy and luxury in the villa. You don’t see and hear anyone else. Butler service is a plus! A bit far from the airport but worth the trip. Looking forward to next time!

The best of the best you can find on this island. Location - amazing (a huge white sand beach, a wonderfully curated garden); accomodation - superb (pristine clean, comfortable, spacious rooms); food - unbelievable (quality of ingredients, the way dishes are prepared and delivered, all is top); personnel - wonderful (Hamida we miss you, but also Janeth and all other waiters, Haji the driver, and every smiling people working there). Madame Valerie is a fantastic manager - she clearly knows how to run such a jewel perfectly well. A final mention for Monica - I hope she will endure at White Sand and be there when we’ll be back next time! This is a nest, a shelter from all is noisy, vulgar and grey - the colors of the sea, the tides, the animals (red monkeys waking us up in the morning!). Go to White Sand if you wish to set yourself apart from the World and forget about everything for a while.

To the Zanzibar White Sand Team, Thank you for a truly memorable stay. We felt so well looked after by your wonderful team. Felister, Rosemary, Denys, Doreen, Joseph, thank you for your kindness and hospitality. We hope to be back soon! Lots of love, the Lazarus Family from South Africa