Xanadu Villas & Retreat

A sumptuous Zanzibarian oasis amidst palm trees and pristine beach.

Unlike other private use resorts, Xanadu has gone for the delicate and elegant approach, with high class finishes and five star service that caters for your every need.

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About Xanadu Villas & Retreat

Don't let the bumpy dirt road scare you off. Behind thick, wooden doors lies the ultimate island escape. You have exclusive use of a private house with seven exquisite luxury villas that lead down onto arguably one of the best beaches along Zanzibar's south coast in Bwejuu. The organic architecture of the individually designed spaces blends and accentuates the island life with the distinct mosaic of arabic, Indian and African style that is unique to Zanzibar. The service is stellar, so sit back, relax and let yourself be spoiled in magnificent surrounds.

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From $NaN person/night

Lodge

7 Rooms

Zanzibar, Tanzania

The property

Exposed thatch roofing reaches into the sky, silhouetted with draped white cotton and surrounded in a jungle of lush, leafy palms and colourful vegetation. Light and easy flowing Xanadu holds privacy and exclusivity close to heart, a central welcoming area leading off into the gardens and the private villas. A central pool encompasses the main dining area around flowing drapery and oh-so-romantic night lighting while the resident chef serves up fine local and international cuisine.

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The rooms

A delightfully clean colour palette is used throughout; rich locally crafted artefacts, tables and chairs peppered with bursts of island colour and patterned textures. Villa Alfajiri is the ultimate honeymoon hideaway and Kimwondo has the intimate rooftop pool. Korongo and Mlima are prefect for groups or families with stylish, large living areas and luscious garden surrounds. Mbingo is the presidential suite, with two bedrooms, balconies, rooftop pools and direct beach access.

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One more thing...

Celebrate under the Zanzibar stars in style and privacy with such attentive and personal service you may never want to leave.

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Activities

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Scuba Diving

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The onsite spa is perfect for unwinding from it all. But with the Indian ocean on your doorstep, quite literally, bring lots of resort and beach ware because you will not be able to tear yourself from all you can do in the ocean. Supping, Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling keeps you busy on water while on land you can explore Zanzibar island ice and village tours organised through the concierge.

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About Zanzibar

Zanzibar

Flaming sunsets, sandy beaches and luxe hotels are easily accessible on a classic Zanzibar getaway.

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Wildlife in Zanzibar

In the gin-clear ocean around Zanzibar, marvel at bright corals with over 450 species of tropical fish, octopus, stingrays, moray eels, green turtles, hawksbill turtles, dolphins, humpback whales, and if you are very lucky: whales sharks and manta rays. In the coastal forests, spot the colobus and Sykes monkeys, bush babies, more than 50 species of butterfly, as well as brilliant bird species.

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