Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort

Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort sits on Nungwi Beach in Zanzibar, where the Indian Ocean meets the sand. You stay in rooms that face the water, with terraces for watching the sun set over the sea. The resort has pools and dining options, including a seafood-led buffet and a bar that looks out over the beach.

The rooms are designed with Swahili heritage in mind, using local materials and traditional motifs. Some have sliding glass doors that open onto private terraces, letting you step out into the breeze. The dining room serves locally sourced seafood, including line fish and calamari, while the bar pours drinks with a view of the water.

The resort is set on Nungwi Beach, a stretch of white sand fringed with palm trees. The beach is the reason the resort is here — it draws guests to swim, sunbathe, and watch the sun dip below the horizon. You can hear the waves from the dining room and the bar, and the sound follows you back to your room at night.

The resort is a short walk from Nungwi village, where you can explore local shops and markets. It is also close to Stone Town, the historic heart of Zanzibar, and the island’s spice farms.