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Cristal Resort

3.5 star property
Beachfront hotel with restaurant, near Paje Beach

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Deluxe Bungalow, Sea View | Beach/ocean view
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Bungalow, Sea View | Beach/ocean view
Reception

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Nightclub
  • Children's pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is $132
includes taxes & fees
$108 per night
Nov 26 - Nov 27

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Villa, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Bungalow, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Bungalow, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Bungalow, Sea View | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Bungalow, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Paje Beach, Paje, 3917

What's nearby

  • Paje Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Jambiani Beach - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Kuza Cave - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Bwejuu Beach - 7 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 49 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Mapacha - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Oxygen - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪African Bbq - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mr. Kahawa - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ndame Beach Bar - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Cristal Resort

Cristal Resort features a nightclub and puts you within a 15-minute walk of Paje Beach. After taking a dip in one of the 2 outdoor pools, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other features include a children's pool, a terrace, and a garden.

Languages

English, Filipino, French, Hindi, Polish, Swahili

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 30 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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

Children

  • Up to 3 children (1 year old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Free onsite valet parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Mosquito nets
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Nightclub

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.

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 4.00 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per person (one way)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between April 4 and June 2.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 20 per night

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 and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Cristal Resort Paje
Cristal Resort
Cristal Paje
Cristal Resort Ltd Hotel Zanzibar
Cristal Hotel Zanzibar
Cristal Hotel Ltd
Cristal Resort Zanzibar Island/Paje
Cristal Resort Paje
Cristal Resort Hotel
Cristal Resort Hotel Paje

Frequently asked questions

Is Cristal Resort currently open?
The property is closed between April 4 and June 2.
Does Cristal Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Cristal Resort 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 Cristal Resort?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Cristal Resort?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Cristal Resort?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Cristal Resort?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 50.00 per person one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Cristal Resort?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Cristal Resort and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, hiking, and scuba diving. Enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a nightclub and a picnic area. Cristal Resort also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Cristal Resort?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers international cuisine.
Does Cristal Resort have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around Cristal Resort like?
Cristal Resort is located a short 10-minute walk from Paje Beach.

Reviews

7.4

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

Thanks Cristal Resort
Amazing stay with wonderful sea view and sweet and nice staff, always available and kind to the guest. The prices are very accessible. However the breakfast could be improved with more varieties.
6-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Excellent! Will stay here again.
Jason R, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great Location
Parking available in front. Great beach location. Restaurant onsite and friendly staff. Room was comfortable.
Amanda L., 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Not good
Wifi didnt work. Coffee is instant. Lighting and decoration in the room is poor. Bad condition and over priced compared to nicer places next door
Giulia, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

The location is great. The staff are friendly. The accommodation needs a refurbishment and new linens. The Palm restuaraunt service is very slow and each time we sent our food back because it was cold there was ko improvement.
14-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Heaven
The place is on a breathtaking beach like a postcard. Too difficult to get to and prices for drinks and food is a little high. Not many rooms with AC. Friendly staff.
Gilbert, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

The location was good but the place is very run down with almost no breakfast , food etc
2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Rooms are pretty basic, the AC unit not working properly.
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Reception asked me to pay another 10us for tax per day by cash !! I didn’t know that is not include when I booked this hotel
Tai, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Enjoyable stay, good food and friendly staff. Beautiful location and plenty of beach activities. Lock on our door wasn’t secure and Villa 3 wasn’t as nice as Villa 1 - there was a room that was unfinished. Otherwise probably one of the best places to stay in Zanzibar.
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A nice place to unwind, the views are excellent, the resort is co friendly, so no TV, coffee makers in the rooms, Wi-Fi is limited to reception area. The food is good but slightly over priced.. The beach is the best part of the resort, not crowded , and clean and very few beach boys.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Cristal Resort Experince (December 2017) - Paje
Myself and my wife stayed for 6 nights in B-6 (in one of the beach rooms) - the view of the ocean from the room was spectacular! Room and bed was comfortable and the air conditioning was fantastic. Beautiful cabanas right on the beach for lounging all day and the pool was very nice too. The constant breeze day and night was an amazing surprise. Kite surfers are around, as there are two kite surfing schools on either side of the hotel, myself nor my wife are into that however. Only would become somewhat of a nuisance if you were swimming in the ocean around 4-5pm as this is the best breeze and obviously best time for kitesurfing. The food and drink was pretty good. The breakfast, we did not mind, but was the exact same everyday. I would recommend management spruce it up a bit - have a omelette station where a chef takes orders upon request and cooks in front of the guest - and serves a variety of different items every few days. Overall, we enjoyed our stay tremendously and we will be back to Paje soon and will stay again at Cristal Resort.
6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful Beach Resort
A lovely resort on an incredible beach. The bungalows are very comfortable and look out at the beach. Food and drink in the restaurant were good. Nice breakfast buffet. Friendly, helpful staff.If I were to return, I thinkl I would still choose the bungalows, but since they don't have AC, it was hot at first at night.
Kathryn, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Bungalows on the Beach-NOT a resort - left early.
Hot , open bungalow design with warped & twisted floors, wood box open sided shower that sprays water into the bathroom floor; despite open windows & screens - no apparent airflow at all from the ocean or at night. The bungalow was always hot & humid, so much cooler outside throughout the day & evening other than dealing with the mosquitos. The only saving grace was a fan & Power in the bungalow. Staff was polite & responsive , but only two of the managers actually spoke or understood basic English & beyond. The wait staff, cleaners , bar tender - barely spoke more than a few words & couldn’t understand simple questions or requests. Not good to employ at an intentional beach “resort”. Loud music from a club blasting all night - until 05:00 am from next door, mid-week on a Wednesday night. That was only second the night staff up yelling & hollaring watching soccer in the open restaurant area while blasting their own music - Wednesday night - without a single customer around - until I finally had enough at 01:00 am & approached them. The one armed security guard was sitting in the couch watching soccer instead of roving on his job, while the other staff were laughing about my frustration with my family unable to sleep because of them next door to our bungalows. They finally cut off the music & left for the night, but not before the main culprit refused to provide his name to me & walked away while not a single manager was available all night long
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great location - nice and relaxing!
The resort and facilities were very nice - a great location with absolutely beautiful beach. The room was nice enough, with the basics - but right on the beach and the sound of the waves at night. Staff were mostly friendly, with food and drink a little pricey for what you get.
Brad, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

My stay at crystal resort was amazing. The beach was literally 30 steps from my room and the whole scenery was breathtaking.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

it has a beachfront location so views were great. Staff were friendly & helpful.
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

i wouldn't go rushing back but was OK-ish
Arrived late at night and was helped to my room by the Massai guys (very nice and polite), in the morning woke up to a stunning view from my Eco Lodge straight onto the beach, beautiful to wake up to every day. I opted for Bed and Breakfast and I'm glad i wasn't forced to eat anything more than that, the lunch and dinner menu is poor. Thai food that tastes straight out of a jar, one night took 45 minutes to serve me grilled fish which was raw in the middle. During my last few days i over heard a manager going through the order for the kitchen and the words "jars of black bean sauce" hit home the standards of the kitchen. So decided to spend my evenings relaxing with reasonably priced drinks and food further down the beach at oceans bar, staff at this bar amazing knew my name, welcomed me when i arrived, even offered to walk me back to the hotel when it got dark - great service there. At the Cristal not one member of staff referred to me by name or at least miss/madam. As a solo traveller was shocked when no one informed us that a couple from the hotel got mugged on the beach. Do not book excursions through the hotel - try others on the beach. I stupidly paid $185 for the Blue Safari excursion - only to find that other people from different hotels on the same trip paid $100 - this hotel rips you off on these things.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nice accomodation
Nice clean and simple accomodation. Positiv stay, would come back.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Only the beach
The beach is beautiful The room has a glass door-little privacy Shower pressure very low Breakfast averege No comman sitting area
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Overall nice , very quite area, nice staff There weren't any phone in the room
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The location of the hotel is great because it is on the beachfront. On arrival I was checked into the incorrect room and the hotel only realized 2 nights after, they did offer me free dinner for 2 nights to make up for the misunderstanding. The hotel is clean. The food at the restaurant is not the greatest for the money you pay and the waitron staff need to learn more English in order to communicate better with no misunderstanding. Over all stay was pleasurable.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hôtel très agréable et un personnel charmant
Christelle, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Doreen, 14-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review