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Bawe Island Zanzibar

Bawe Island Zanzibar

Bawe Island Mjini Magharibi Region
Check in 2:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM
Your basecamp for adrenaline awaits at Bawe Island Zanzibar, where epic adventures start and end in ultimate comfort, you'll be on the beach and within the region of Old Fort and Kendwa Beach. This beach resort is 10 minutes walk to Nakupenda Beach and 20 minutes walk to Prison Island.

Thrill-seekers will love a private pool, Frette Italian sheets, room service, daily housekeeping, complimentary high-speed WiFi, relaxing in-room massage, cable & satellite channels and a private balcony, secure kit storage and rugged décor. Conveniences include wheelchair-accessibility, a desk, bathrobes and an in-room safe.

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Property Details

Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including a health club, an outdoor pool, and an outdoor tennis court. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).

  • Renewable energy source - solar
  • Proposal/romance packages available
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Water sports equipment
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of beach bars - 1
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Nature reserve
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Vegetable garden
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Surf lessons - onsite
  • Recycling
  • Vegan menu options available
  • Vegetarian menu options available
  • Outdoor tennis courts - 1
  • Beach club on site (surcharge)
  • Mosquito nets
  • Evening entertainment
  • Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
  • Children's club (free)
  • Double-glazing on all windows
  • Locally-sourced food on site (80% or more)
  • Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
  • Annual carbon offsets
  • Tasting room
  • Games
  • Organic food
  • Books
  • Humane animal treatment
  • Table tennis
  • Karaoke
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Picnic area
  • Garden
  • Beach towels
  • 24-hour fitness facilities
  • Boat tours on site
  • Fishing on site
  • Free bicycles on site
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Private picnics
  • Couples/private dining
  • Wheelchair accessible – no
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Luggage storage
  • Outdoor padel courts - 1
  • Children's club
  • Padel court on site
  • Pool toys
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Kayaking on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Concierge services
  • Paddleboard on site
  • Beach volleyball on site
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Beach yoga on site
  • Biodegradable/compostable stirrers
  • No single-use plastic straws
  • No single-use plastic soda bottles
  • No single-use plastic stirrers
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Biodegradable/compostable straws
  • No single-use plastic water bottles
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fitness classes on site
  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Scuba diving on site
  • Free breakfast
  • Daily
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding on site
  • Canoe on site
  • Beach toys
  • Health or beauty spa nearby
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Spa treatment room(s)
  • Health club
  • Full-service spa
  • Tennis lessons on site
  • Volleyball on site
  • Supervised childcare/activities (surcharge)
  • Windsurfing on site
  • Yoga classes/instruction on site
  • Boat and paddles on site
  • Boat on site
  • Children's toys
  • Children's games
  • Billiards or pool table
  • Number of restaurants - 3
  • Spa services on site
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Total number of rooms - 70

Check-in

Check-in is from 2:00 PM until midnight. Guests must be at least 15 to check-in.

Guests must transfer via boat and shuttle to the property. Guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking. This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Other details

Grab a bite to eat at one of the resort's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the beach bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. A ferry terminal shuttle is available for a surcharge.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Nakupenda Beach - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Prison Island - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 5.3 km / 3.3 mi
The nearest major airport is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the resort prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • A car is required for transportation to and from this property.

Hotel policies

General

  • Professional property host/manager
  • By ocean
  • Car required
  • No elevators

Pets

  • Service animals not allowed
  • Pets not allowed

Resort fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 300
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 150 (from 2 to 11 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 300
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 150 (from 2 to 11 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 10.00 per person, per night
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 12.00 percent will be charged
  • Administrative fee: USD 3 per person, per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Other charges

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 250.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Location

Bawe Island, Mjini District, Bawe Island, Mjini Magharibi Region 2319, Tanzania
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