Essque Zalu Zanzibar
- Rating :
- ★★★★★
- Address :
- TZ, Nungwi 3151 · Zanzibar, Tanzania
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About this hotel
Hotel Overview: Nestled on the pristine shores of Zanzibar, Essque Zalu Zanzibar blends luxurious living with environmental sustainability. Its architecture celebrates Swahili culture, featuring intricate carvings and majestic structures. This hotel stands out for its eco-friendly practices, including water recycling and solar energy usage.
Accommodations: Essque Zalu Zanzibar caters to a variety of travelers with its richly appointed rooms and suites. Guests can enjoy a comfortable stay in one of the 40 elegantly appointed guestrooms. Each room at Essque Zalu Zanzibar is a haven of luxury, ranging from deluxe suites to expansive villas. Guests can enjoy plush king-sized beds, marble bathrooms with premium toiletries, and private balconies offering breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean or lush tropical gardens. State-of-the-art amenities include Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and minibars.
Amenities: Essque Zalu offers an array of top-tier amenities including a full-service concierge, valet parking, and private cabana rentals along its private beach stretch. Business travelers will appreciate the fully equipped business center and high-speed internet access throughout the property.
Dining Options: Dine in style at one of Essque's three exquisite restaurants including 'The Market Kitchen' which offers local organic cuisine. 'Ocean Restaurant' provides a panoramic sea view with European fusion dishes while 'Jetty' serves up seafood straight from the ocean paired with fine wines.
Nearby Location & Transportation: The hotel is conveniently located 55 kilometers from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport and close to major attractions like Stone Town.
Nearby Attractions:
- Stone Town - A historic trade center with vibrant markets (45 km)
- Nungwi Beach - Renowned for crystal-clear waters and coral reefs (2 km)
Wellness And Activities: Revitalize your senses at our state-of-the-art spa offering traditional Swahili massages and modern treatment options or maintain your workout routine in our fully-equipped gym. The outdoor pool area invites guests to unwind or participate in water aerobics classes.
Policies & Check-In Instructions:
- Guests must present government-issued ID & credit card at check-in
- Check-in time starts at 3 PM; early check-in subject to availability
- No pets allowed except for service animals
- All major credit cards accepted; no cash transactions
Summary: Essque Zalu Zanzibar epitomizes luxurious tropical retreats ideal for both leisure & business travelers. With its impeccable service, stunning ocean views & a commitment to sustainability it's perfect for those who seek luxury without compromise.
Disclaimer notification: Amenities are subject to availability and may be chargeable as per the hotel policy.
Amenities & facilities
219 listed by the property, grouped for reading. Everything the hotel published appears below.
Pool, spa & fitness39
- Back massage
- Beach
- Beachfront
- Beach towels
- Billiards or pool table
- Conference space
- Couples massage
- Fitness
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Fitness centre
- Fitness facilities
- Foot massage
- Free beach shuttle
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Full-service spa
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Massage
- Neck massage
- Number of beach bars - 1
- Number of outdoor pools - 1
- Number of poolside bars - 1
- Outdoor pool
- Outdoor pool (all year)
- Pool sun loungers
- Pool umbrellas
- Private beach nearby
- Sauna
- Spa/wellness packages
- Spa and wellness centre
- Spa Facilities
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Spa services on site
- Spa treatment room(s)
- Steam room
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun terrace
- Swimming pool
Food & drink18
- Bar
- BBQ facilities
- Breakfast in the room
- Breakfast takeaway containers
- Coffee/tea in common areas
- Coffee house on site
- Couples/private dining
- Delivered food is securely covered
- Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Number of bars/lounges - 3
- Number of coffee shops/cafes - 2
- Picnic area
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Snack Bar
- Snack bar/deli
- Wine/champagne
Services18
- Body Treatments
- Concierge service
- Concierge services
- Currency exchange
- Daily housekeeping
- Dry cleaning
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Facial treatments
- Free reception
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Invoice provided
- Ironing service
- Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Luggage storage
- Public transport tickets
- Tour desk
- Tours/ticket assistance
Parking & transport14
- Airport drop off
- Airport pick up
- Airport shuttle
- Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- Airport transportation (surcharge)
- Area shuttle (surcharge)
- Free parking
- Free self parking
- Parking
- Parking on site
- Private parking
- Shuttle service
- Shuttle service (additional charge)
- Valet parking
Health & safety13
- All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
- Cashless payment available
- Contactless check-in/check-out
- First aid kit available
- Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
- Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
- Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
- Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
- Physical distancing in dining areas
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Process in place to check health of guests
- Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
- Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
Accessibility12
- Accessible airport shuttle
- Accessible parking
- Facilities for disabled guests
- No elevator (single level property)
- Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
- Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
- Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Wheelchair accessible path of travel
Family12
- Babysitting/child services
- Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
- Children's club (free)
- Children's playground
- Children's pool
- Family rooms
- Kids' club
- Kids' meals
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Kids' pool
- Playground on site
- Supervised childcare/activities (free)
Internet & business10
- Computer station
- Conference center
- Fax/photocopying
- Free WiFi
- Internet services
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Meeting rooms
- Number of meeting rooms - 3
- Wifi
- Wifi available in all areas
In the room7
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking rooms
- Non-smoking throughout
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Safety Deposit Box
- Soundproof rooms
- Terrace
Nearby5
- Fishing nearby
- Horse riding nearby
- Minimarket on site
- Water sport facilities on site
- Windsurfing nearby
More facilities71
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour security
- Aerobics
- Arcade/game room
- Banquet hall
- Beauty Services
- Bike tours
- Billiards
- Board games/puzzles
- Body scrub
- Body wrap
- CCTV in common areas
- CCTV outside property
- Cooking class
- Cycling
- Darts
- Designated smoking area
- Diving
- Emergency cord in bathroom
- Entertainment staff
- Evening entertainment
- Express check-in/check-out
- Express check-out
- Face masks for guests available
- Fire extinguishers
- Fishing
- Foot bath
- Fruits
- Games room
- Garden
- Hair salon
- Hammam
- Happy hour
- Horse riding
- Indoor play area
- Key access
- Key card access
- Kid meals
- Library
- Live music/performance
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Manicure
- Mosquito nets
- Multilingual staff
- Outdoor furniture
- Packed lunches
- Pedicure
- Porter/bellhop
- Security alarm
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
- Smoke-free property
- Smoke alarms
- Snorkelling
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Sun umbrellas
- Table tennis
- Temporary art galleries
- Themed dinner nights
- Thermometers for guests provided by property
- Toilet with grab rails
- Tour or class about local culture
- Trouser press
- Walking tours
- Water park
- Waxing services
- Wedding services
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Windsurfing
- Yoga classes
Contact & location
TZ, Nungwi 3151 3151, Zanzibar, Tanzania
From 2:00 PM · Until 12:00 PM
Getting here1
- Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)
Around the hotel20
- Pongwe Beach
- Kiwengwa Pongwe Forest
- Uroa Beach
- Kiwengwa Beach
- Mapenzi Beach
- Pwani Mchangani Beach
- Muyuni Beach
- Kigomani Beach
- Mnemba Island
- Kidichi Spice Farm
- Sea Cliff Golf Course
- Nungwi Beach
- Nungwi Natural Aquarium
- Mnarani Natural Aquarium
- Kendwa Beach
- Fukuchani Ruins & Cave
- Siso Spice Farm
- Nungwi Sunrise Point
- Simba Padel
- Tazari Caves
Rooms & rates
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