Access & Location
Xanadu is accessed via road transfer from Zanzibar’s international airport.
Xanadu Villas & Retreat
Luxurious accommodation just 50 minutes’ drive from Stone Town
Delightful dining area, gardens, swimming pool, Kiota Spa
Six lavish villas, all a short stroll from the beach
Watersports, sunset cruises, village visits, spice tours, and more!
Our Yellow Zebra Opinion
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Excellent value for luxury seekers
A serious contender in the middle- to high-end Zanzibar market! Designed by the famous architect Neil Rocher, Xanadu is superb… and reports so far are that this property is loved by its clients. Overall a great option in this price bracket.
Activities
Xanadu Villas & Retreat offers an exciting assortment of activities:
Spa treatments
Beach visits
Watersport excursions
Cultural visits to the local village
Stone Town tours
Prison Island visits
Boat trips
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Xanadu has a spa, Kiota. Positioned near the beach, this is the place to go for some first-rate pampering – massages, manicures, pedicures, reflexology, and more. Alternatively, spa staff are happy to visit you in your villa. Wherever you prefer to unwind, you can look forward to one 20-minute massage free of charge, as part of the package offered by Xanadu
You could start the day by visiting the nearby beach, relaxing on the pure white sands, and splashing about in the sparkling sea.
There are plenty of watersports on offer, including snorkelling, sea kayaking, and stand-up paddle boarding.
Village visits are also available, wonderful for guests who like a little culture on vacation.
The old part of Zanzibar City, and former capital of the spice trade, is well worth a visit. It’s chock-full of historical buildings, including former sultans’ palaces, mosques, churches, and forts. There are lots of interesting museums and markets too!
Located just 5.6 kilometers north-west of Stone Town, this former prison site is now a popular tourist resort, not least due to the charming Aldabra giant tortoises that can be found ambling around the island! Guests are permitted to feed them at the dedicated tortoise foundation here.
Alternatively, you can board a traditional dhow boat and set sail on the clear seas, with opportunities to do a little birdwatching on your way.
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It is a fairly small yet perfectly formed property, with its six villas positioned around a central lodge.
The lodge has been built using timber, stone, and thatch, for a classic beach-chic feel. It is almost entirely open fronted, providing lovely views of the tropical gardens. The communal spaces include an elegant dining area and a swimming pool that extends into the lodge interior. The outside portion of the pool is flanked by sunloungers, great for relaxing in the heat of the day.
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Each villa is individually designed and has its own name.
Kimwondo (Shooting Star), a one-bedroom villa, is known as the architect’s favorite for its bold contemporary lines and custom-made cathedral windows! This villa features a king-size bed, a well-appointed en-suite bathroom, and an exterior staircase leading to a terraced lounge and a rooftop plunge pool. Amenities include air conditioning, overhead fans, a kettle, a mini-fridge, a music docking station, and free Wi-Fi. Umande (Dewdrop), another one-bedroom villa, contains the same amenities, but its design involves a dome to let in plenty of light. It may be booked with Alfajiri (Dawn), to provide accommodation for a group. Alfajiri is the honeymoon villa, situated on the sea front and providing a romantic balcony. There are a few little extras in Alfajiri – an espresso machine, a wine chiller, a juice maker, and a gas stove for private dining. The two-bedroom villas are named Korongo (Canyon), Mlima (Mountain), and Mbingu (Heavenly Sky). Korongo and Mlima are referred to as the sister villas, as each boasts a large living and dining area, an outdoor shower, and a private plunge pool. Architecturally, the sisters combine features of the one-bedroom villas, such as the dome ceiling and the cathedral windows. They also provide all the amenities of Alfajiri. Finally, there is Mbingu, which is the most opulent option. Domes, balconies, private pools, exquisite furnishings… if you are looking for something seriously sumptuous, this is it.
**Please be aware that the swimming pool here has no depth markings, so take care before you jump in!**
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