See all properties

Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar

4.0 star property
Beachfront resort with spa, near Mapenzi Beach

Choose dates to view prices

your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
2 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar
Property grounds
Superior Room | View from room
Property grounds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Free breakfast
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Steam room
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
Feel at home
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 3 of 3 rooms

View all photos for Superior Room, Garden Area

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

Superior Room, Garden Area

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, Garden Area

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
Private bathroom
Bidet
  • 523 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Room

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

Superior Room

Highlights

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

Similar properties

Aerial view

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

Pool
Spa
Airport transfer
Free parking
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (210)
The price is $436
includes taxes & fees
$370 per night
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2025
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
Mod logo
Earn OneKeyCash on thousands of hotels when you sign in and book. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the neighborhood

Map
Kiwengwa Beach, North East Coast, Kiwengwa

What's nearby

  • Mapenzi Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Pwani Mchangani Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 8 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Muyuni Beach - 10 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Kigomani Beach - 16 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 74 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Spice Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Andiamo - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Snack Restaurant Ngalawa - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Green & Grill - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar

At Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar, you can spend time at the beach enjoying beach umbrellas, volleyball, and sun loungers, plus you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Kiwengwa Beach. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and mani/pedis. Ocean Restaurant, one of 3 restaurants, offers ocean views and serves breakfast. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a poolside bar, and a fitness center.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, German, Swahili

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 98 units
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

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
    • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • Babysitting*
DONE

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
    • Ferry terminal shuttle*
DONE

Offsite

    • Area shuttle within 10 kilometers*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • Private dining
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Fitness classes
  • Beach volleyball
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Boat tours
  • Windsurfing
  • Pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (4467 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 5 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2004
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Mosquito nets
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and Thai massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a spa tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Ocean Restaurant - Overlooking the ocean and garden, this restaurant serves breakfast only.
Jahazi Restaurant - This poolside restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Mawimbi Restaurant - This beach restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required. Open daily.
Pool bar - Onsite bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Bahari Bar - This bar overlooks the garden. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 70 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional charge
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Guests under 13 years old are not allowed in the health club, fitness facility, or spa 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

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Ocean Paradise Kiwengwa
Ocean Paradise Zanzibar
Ocean Paradise Resort Kiwengwa
Ocean Paradise Hotel Kiwengwa
Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar/Kiwengwa
Ocean Paradise Resort Spa Zanzibar
Ocean Paradise Resort Zanzibar Kiwengwa
Ocean Paradise Resort Zanzibar Kiwengwa
Ocean Paradise Resort Zanzibar
Ocean Paradise Zanzibar Kiwengwa
Resort Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar Kiwengwa
Kiwengwa Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar Resort
Resort Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar
Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar Kiwengwa
Ocean Paradise Resort Spa Zanzibar
Ocean Paradise Zanzibar
Ocean Paradise Resort
Ocean Paradise & Spa Zanzibar
Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar Resort
Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar Kiwengwa
Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar Resort Kiwengwa

Frequently asked questions

Does Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 70 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, sailing, and windsurfing. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar also has 2 bars and a steam room, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar?
Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining, international cuisine, and garden views.
What's the area around Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar like?
Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar is a short 15-minute walk from Mapenzi Beach and 16 minutes' walk from Kiwengwa Pongwe Forest.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Jacqui, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Paul, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

NDC, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Muna, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

John, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Samie, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff went out of their way to do what I requested and nothing was too much bother for them
PARVINDER, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The property is well kept and the staff is amazing. Everyone was very friendly and helpful.
Antoine, 9-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

tarhouni, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sara Tarek, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
9-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nice :)
Relax, fun
Ayelet, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We really enjoyed our stay! It was relaxing, and the staff were very accommodating to us. The food was phenomenal as well.
7-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The hotel could be so much better with a little improvement to the toilets in the rooms and by training staff to have a more consistent experience. We loved the amenities and proximity to the beach. The pool area is quite nice but lacks atmosphere- the only time they play music is during water yoga each day at lunchtime. Most staff were very friendly but a few were really difficult. We asked to move rooms on day 1 as we had paid for a double room and got two singles pushed together- a real pet hate. It took a day to resolve and the next bed was much better but we had a nasty smell in the bathroom and in the area outside- we didn’t even bother complaining as the experience of moving room had been such an ordeal. Food is really good. Evening entertainment during dinner was quite nice but the setup was very strange with the bands playing facing a screen with half the diners hidden from view. The water in the sea here was an amazing temperature and you can swim easily when the tide is in. The “beach boys” that hawk all sorts of souvenirs on the beach were quite annoying- they were generally polite but would not accept “no” for an answer and will follow you for an uncomfortably long time when you try to just enjoy a nice walk on the beach. This is nothing the hotel can control. Overall we liked the place and probably would have rated it higher if we had been dealt with more professionally on the first two days
6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Elena, 4-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Lots of hidden costs but wonderful staff. Need more activities
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Clinton, 5-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nice hotel with very average service
Beautiful relaxing hotel, staff could be more attentive, no service on the beach, no free internet.
Max, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

My wife and I booked our stay here for our belated honeymoon. From the day we made the reservation, the staff was communicative and engaged, corresponding with us via the Expedia messaging system. When we landed at the airport, the transfer they had arranged for us ($60 each way) was waiting and was very friendly and professional. The van we rode in was clean and comfortable. The ride took about 40 minutes. When we got to the hotel I wasn't sure what to think, because the signage outside the compound and the road leading to the gate are a bit worn down, but once you pull through the gate it's just fantastic. Everything looks great; it's clean, and looks like it's constantly and consistently maintained. Our check-in couldn't have been easier, we were given some fresh juice and then briefed on things like breakfast/dinner hours, wifi, etc... by one of the managers. Staff helped us with our bags to our villa, and it didn't disappoint--nice king bed, TV, A/C, a beautiful wrap-around bathroom, we couldn't have been happier. The facilities are all great--the pool was large and not overly crowded, the beach is literally just a few steps from the pool, and the swim-up bar makes drinking even easier. Every meal was fantastic; the breakfast buffet is NOT to be missed, and every night was a different dinner buffet theme (Mediterranean night, BBQ night, etc...). We would 100% go back, this place was great.
AK, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel close to the beach. Staff was very friendly, very good food. Everything was perfectly and nice beach
Pawel, 14-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Try to do something about the wi fi. Even the free wi fi at the bar and restaurant did not work at all time. For a resort like this it will be normal to have wi fi in the rooms for free.
Mariana, 3-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review