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One of the premier boutique resorts in the region, the all-inclusive Baraza Resort & Spa, featuring the leading spa in the region, epitomises the luxury of the Sultan era with brass lanterns, antiques and beautifully manicured gardens. Overlooking a gorgeous stretch of unspoilt beach, named as one of the world’s top 30, there is exquisite snorkelling amongst coral reefs, gentle swimming and a whole world of water sports at your disposal including one of the best kite schools in Zanzibar and East Africa’s only National Geographic affiliated PADI diving school. Relieve all your stress and stimulate your senses in the tranquil Frangipani Spa. Alternatively, lounge beside the long and languorous swimming pool, as palm trees sway in the breeze, admiring fiery bursts of colour from the abundant bougainvilleas. Each villa is sumptuously furnished with every modern amenity you could wish for, a spacious sun terrace and private plunge pool. Dry land activities include tennis, a state-of-the-art fitness centre, yoga centre and the Frangipani Spa offering a wealth of relaxing treatments carried out by candlelight amidst spice scented aromas. As there’s a kids club bursting with activities to keep younger members of the family busy, parents have no excuse but to pamper themselves every now and then! Dining is a real treat at the Baraza with the Ocean Lounge Bar & Restaurant perfect for lunch and afternoon tea. Occasional theme dinners are held at the open-air Livingstone Terrace or for something a little more romantic, the Sultans Dining Room offers buffet and table d’hote delights in a stunning setting. Afterwards, head to Dhahabu Bar & Lounge for a nightcap, reflecting on another day in paradise!
Where is it?
On south eastern coast of Zanzibar, overlooking 800 metres of beautiful sandy beach. Bwejuu village is a 10-minute drive away. Transfer time from airport: 50 minutes.
Facilities
Livingstone Terrace (breakfast daily and occasionally dinner), Ocean Lounge Bar & Restaurant (buffet lunch, afternoon tea, dinner), The Sultans Dining Room (buffet and table d’hote), Dhahabu Bar & Lounge (cocktails). Swimming pool. Fitness centre. Frangipani Spa. Yoga centre. Water sports* including snorkelling, kayaking, windsurfing and sailing. PADI scuba school*. Kite surfing school*. Beach games including frisbee, beach tennis, volleyball and football. Tennis court. Bicycles for hire. Baraza Kids Club (5-12 years). Library. Gift shop. Laundry/dry cleaning service. 24-hour room service.
* Denotes payable locally.
Room info
30 villas. All with air-conditioning, spacious terrace, plunge pool, satellite TV, DVD player, telephone, high speed internet access, mini bar, tea/coffee maker, safe, hairdryer, iron and board. Ocean View Villas have 1 bedroom with a king-size bed and sleep max 2 adults.
Room Upgrade
Available at a supplement: Ocean Front Villas have 1 bedroom with king-size bed, sleeping max 2 adults. Garden View 2-bedroom Villas sleep max 6 persons.
all inclusive of
Breakfast lunch and dinner, in house alcoholic drinks (beer, wine and cocktails), soft drinks and mineral water, afternoon tea.