Aerial view of Bluebay Beach Resort's pool, beach and palm gardens on the Kiwengwa coast

Kiwengwa · Zanzibar

Experience the magic of Zanzibar

A five-star beachfront sanctuary on 582 metres of private white sand, where the Indian Ocean meets effortless, barefoot luxury.

The unspoilt east coast

Palm-fringed sand, turquoise water and warm Swahili hospitality — the Spice Island at its most serene.

Two sister resorts, one shoreline

Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa and Sultan Sands share 582 m of pristine coastline — ocean-view rooms, an infinity pool and the Oasis Spa.

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Sun loungers and palms on Bluebay's 582 m white-sand beach

The arrival

Step onto 582 m of private sand

Barefoot from the first moment — white coral sand, the warm ocean a few steps away, and nothing on your schedule.

Ocean-view suite with a four-poster bed under a makuti roof, opening to the sea

Come inside

Rooms that open to the ocean

Light-filled rooms and suites with Swahili details, private balconies and the sound of the waves.

Made for slowing down

Air-conditioned comfort, ocean views and the gentle rhythm of the Indian Ocean at your door.

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Rooms & spaces by the sea

Ocean Suite living room opening to the sea — Ocean Suite
from $320 / night

Garden Room with classic island styling — Garden Room
from $180 / night

Beachfront bar and lounge under a makuti roof — Beachfront Lounge
drinks by the sea

The à-la-carte restaurant under a makuti roof with chandeliers — The Restaurant
dine under makuti

Beachfront pool with sun loungers and palms at Bluebay Beach Resort

Pool & Spa

An infinity pool that meets the ocean

Glide into a beachfront infinity pool, then unwind at the Oasis Spa — Swahili rituals and modern wellness, steps from the sea.

Candle-lit dinner table set on the beach at sunset

Ocean to table

Spice-island cuisine

Fresh seafood and island spices — from the à-la-carte restaurant to candle-lit dinners on the sand.

Dinner under the stars

Beach barbecues, sunset cocktails and warm Swahili hospitality every evening.

Scuba diver over a vibrant coral reef with tropical fish off Zanzibar

Into the blue

The reef is calling

PADI diving, snorkelling and watersports over Zanzibar's vibrant coral reefs, guided by our marine team.

This is Bluebay

Your beach, your ocean, your stretch of the Spice Island.

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Why Bluebay

Barefoot luxury on Zanzibar's east coast

Directly on 582 metres of private white-sand beach at Kiwengwa — an infinity pool, the Oasis Spa, world-class diving and ocean-view rooms across two sister resorts.

582Metres of private beach
2Sister resorts, one shoreline
5★Five-star beachfront resort

The Oasis Spa

Signature treatments steps from the ocean, blending Swahili rituals with modern wellness.

Aerial of the 582 m white-sand beach and turquoise reef

The beach is yours

582 metres of palm-fringed white sand, thatched parasols and crystal-clear water that feels entirely your own.

Traditional dhow sailing on the turquoise Indian Ocean

World-class diving

PADI diving, snorkelling and watersports over vibrant reefs, plus sunset dhow cruises and spice-farm tours.

Guests

Loved by guests from around the world

"From the infinity pool to the spa, every moment felt like a dream. The most magical week of our honeymoon."

Sophie & Daniel · United Kingdom

"Barefoot luxury at its finest. The private beach is breathtaking and the staff treat you like family."

Lena · Germany

"World-class diving, sunset dinners on the sand and impeccable service. We're already planning our return."

Marco · Italy

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Your slice of the Indian Ocean is waiting

Check dates directly with the resort — our reservations team replies within 24 hours, with no booking fees.

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Kiwengwa Beach, East Coast, Zanzibar, Tanzania · mail@bluebayzanzibar.com · +255 774 413 321