Summary
Short description
An elegant all‑villa retreat on Zanzibar’s southeast coast.
In pictures
About
Recommended for:
Beach | Diving | Honeymoon | Relaxation | Safari | Spa | Villa
Location
Set on the southeast coast of Zanzibar, Baraza Resort & Spa enjoys a peaceful position on the award‑winning Bwejuu beach, a long sweep of white sand and calm, shallow waters. Frequently cited among the island’s most beautiful stretches of coastline, it offers direct access to coral reefs and clear lagoons ideal for snorkelling. The resort is around 50 minutes from Zanzibar International Airport and Stone Town, making it well placed for exploring the island’s cultural heritage and natural highlights, including Jozani Forest and traditional spice farms.
Accommodation
Baraza is an all‑villa resort, with 30 spacious villas designed in classic Swahili style featuring dramatic arches, hand‑carved décor and antique furnishings. Each villa includes a private plunge pool, large terrace and generous living areas, with options ranging from one‑bedroom villas ideal for couples to two‑bedroom residences suited to families. The Royal Sultan Villa offers expansive beachfront living with additional outdoor space. Interiors combine traditional detailing with modern comforts, including air‑conditioning, Wi‑Fi and large bathrooms with freestanding bathtubs.
Dining
Dining at Baraza reflects Zanzibar’s rich culinary heritage, with menus influenced by Arabic, Indian and Swahili traditions. As part of its all‑inclusive offering, guests enjoy daily breakfast, lunch and dinner, along with selected drinks and afternoon tea. Venues include the open‑air Livingstone Terrace for breakfast, the Ocean Lounge for relaxed daytime meals, and the elegant Sultan’s Dining Room for refined evening dishes. Dhahabu Bar provides a stylish setting for cocktails. Expect fresh local produce, fragrant spices and a blend of international and island‑inspired flavours.
Facilities
The resort’s Frangipani Spa is a highlight, offering a lap pool, yoga studio, fitness centre and a wide range of treatments using natural products. Active guests can enjoy diving at the PADI‑certified centre, sailing, kite surfing and snorkelling, with calm waters ideal for exploring the coral reef. A large outdoor pool, tennis court and cultural activities such as Swahili cooking classes add to the experience.
Meet our experts
Speak to a tailor-made specialist on
You might also like
Just off the northeast coast of Zanzibar, andBeyond Mnemba Island is a luxurious, castaway paradise that feels blissfully detached from everyday life, encircled by powder-soft beaches and coral reefs teeming with marine life.
La Residence is pure luxury in the picturesque Franschhoek Valley. Here, endless vineyards and rolling hills set the scene for whimsical interiors, sprawling suites and exquisite dining experiences, paired, of course, with expertly picked wines.
This beachfront delight is all Moroccan tradition meets beach chic on the shores of Morocco's Atlantic coast and offers surfing, yoga lessons and spa treatments.
Hidden in Rwanda’s remote Akagera National Park, Magashi Camp is a new eco-retreat on the wildlife-rich tip of the stunning Lake Rwanyakizinga. With just six stylish safari tents, the focus here is on conservation and back-to-nature safari experiences, alongside gourmet dining, wine cellar and pool.