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Sharazād Boutique Hotels ZANZIBAR, TANZANIA
Fringed by the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, Zanzibar has long been a meeting point of cultures. African, Arab, Persian, Indian and European influences have blended over centuries to shape one of East Africa’s most distinctive destinations. Along the island’s southeastern coast, traditional wooden dhows cross the lagoon, women cultivate seaweed at low tide and the retreating ocean reveals vast sandbanks and coral-rich shallows. Set on this remarkable stretch of coast, Sharazād
Boutique Hotel offers travellers an intimate connection with Zanzibar’s landscapes, traditions and people. Family-owned and independently managed, it began as a private residence and has evolved over the past decade without losing the warmth and authenticity of its origins. Wellness is woven naturally into the experience.
Sunrise yoga, holistic treatments and quiet spaces beneath the palms invite guests to slow down, recharge and reset. The surrounding lagoon also offers kitesurfing, reef snorkelling, scuba diving and sailing, with traditional dhow journeys revealing the coastline from a different perspective.
Food on the island tells another story. Fresh
seafood is supplied by nearby fisherfolk, fruit and vegetables are sourced from local farms, and cloves, cinnamon and cardamom recall Zanzibar’s historic spice trade. Menus combine Swahili flavours with Mediterranean influences, with seasonal produce and vegetarian dishes at their heart. In the Unesco-listed heart of Stone Town,
Sharazād Wonders Boutique Hotel is located within a sensitively restored coral-stone building. Beyond its shaded courtyard lie winding lanes, carved wooden doors, lively markets and architecture shaped by centuries of Indian Ocean trade. Responsible hospitality remains central to the
Sharazād philosophy. Solar energy, desalinated water, locally sourced products and long-standing community partnerships help protect the island’s environment and cultural heritage. This approach has won the group various accolades, including; Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best 2026; Best Luxury Boutique Hotel in Zanzibar at the Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2026; and recognition at the Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Awards 2026.
DON’T MISS Set out at low tide and float into the sunlit shallows, surrounded by thriving, vibrant reefs
Need to know
KEY FEATURES • Beachfront boutique hotel on Zanzibar’s southeast coast
• Boutique hotel in Zanzibar’s historic Stone Town
• Holistic wellness, yoga & ocean- inspired spa experiences
• Sustainable hospitality rooted in local communities • Artisan concept store
KEY ACTIVITIES • Traditional dhow sailing • Stone Town cultural & heritage walks • Yoga, wellness & holistic experiences • Kitesurfing & scuba diving
GET IN TOUCH •
sharazadzanzibar.com • +27 694 724 771 • salesandmarketing@
sharazadboutiquehotel.com
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instagram.com/ sharazadboutiquehotels
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