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Baraza Resort & Spa
Baraza Resort & Spa
Bwejuu Beach, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Five-Star·★ 4.7
The Palms Zanzibar
The Palms Zanzibar
Five-Star·★ 5.0

Quick Stats

Baraza Resort & SpaMeasureThe Palms Zanzibar
8.9Overall Score–
5-starStar Rating5-star
4.7 (355)Google Rating5.0 (64) (better)
From $463Price / Night (pp)From $316 (better)
NoAdults OnlyNo
ListedKids' ClubUnverified
OceanfrontBeachfrontNear coast
BoutiqueResort SizeMid-size
60 minAirport Transfer–

Baraza Resort & Spa

Kids' club & childcare
Kids’ club listed: Supervised potty-trained ages 4–12 during specified high-season hours; parent-supervised otherwise. The play area normally requires parent/guardian supervision. Drop-off only for potty-trained ages 4–12 during specified July, August and Christmas supervisor hours; under-fours always need an adult. Club pool requires parental supervision. Private babysitting costs extra. Confirm supervision and drop-off rules.
Room service
Costs extra. Supplier sheet explicitly excludes room service from the all-inclusive rate. Restaurant meal inclusion does not make villa delivery complimentary.
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking. Dhahabu Bar: Evening bar; selected house drinks only. Exact hours/current outlet names require confirmation; aggregate counts retained. Pool Bar: Pool bar; premium beverage exclusions remain. Exact hours/current outlet names require confirmation; aggregate counts retained. Poolside lunch restaurant: Lunch facility in supplier directory; historical outlet names are not newly reconciled. Exact hours/current outlet names require confirmation; aggregate counts retained. Main dining room: Dinner requires long trousers for gentlemen. Exact hours/current outlet names require confirmation; aggregate counts retained. Breakfast restaurant: Supplier directory confirms a separate breakfast facility, not its historical proper name. Exact hours/current outlet names require confirmation; aggregate counts retained. Sultan's Dining Room (Swahili/Arabic/Indian/Persian menus), Livingstone Terrace, Ocean Lounge Bar & Restaurant; Dhahabu Bar & Lounge plus pool bar Supplier departure policy: if arrival lunch was missed, lunch may be taken on departure instead. If arrival lunch was taken, departure buffet lunch/drinks costs USD 60 adult / USD 30 child; à la carte orders also cost extra. Paid day-room extension to 18:00 is 70% of daily rack rate and includes AI until 18:00. Reconfirm rates; use of facilities after checkout does not mean all extra meals are free.
Single accommodation capacity
Largest confirmed capacity: 4 people in one accommodation. Sultan Two Bedroom Villa; Royal Beach Two Bedroom Villa. Adult limit unverified.
See supplier details at Baraza Resort & Spa

The Palms Zanzibar

Kids' club & childcare
Unverified
Room service
Costs extra. The official supplier fact sheet explicitly excludes room service from included stays. Confirm current menu and delivery charges; room-service availability does not mean free inclusion.
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking. The Palms has one intimate restaurant; guests may also access sister-property facilities subject to resort rules. House wine/beer and selected in-house spirits are included; cappuccino/espresso and room service are excluded in the supplier sheet. Gentlemen need long trousers at dinner. Exact current fees are unverified.
Single accommodation capacity
Capacity unverified; confirm the exact category before booking.
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Baraza Resort & Spa

Highlights

  • Adults-only Swahili palace design
  • Frangipani spa with Arab baths
  • Beachfront dining under stars
  • Dhow sunset cruises

Why choose it

  • Small all-villa format with very large accommodations.
  • Strong luxury design identity with Swahili, Arabic, and Indian architectural influence.
  • Direct beachfront setting with water sports, reef activities, and spa.

Keep in mind

  • Tidal beach conditions require planning.
  • Lower public review-count visibility than large-chain resorts.
  • Best fit is relaxed luxury rather than nightlife or constant entertainment.

The Palms Zanzibar

Highlights

  • 2 pools
  • 1 place to eat
  • Full-service spa

Why choose it

  • Extremely intimate seven-villa setting.
  • Strong luxury, service and romance sentiment.
  • Private plunge pools and large villas.
  • All-inclusive positioning is strongly verified.
  • Quiet beach retreat with access to wider Zanzibar Collection facilities.

Keep in mind

  • Very limited nightlife.
  • Restaurant variety is naturally limited at the core property.
  • East-coast tides can affect swimming.
  • Review volume is smaller than large resort benchmarks.

Of the 2 measures we call, Baraza Resort & Spa leads on 0 and The Palms Zanzibar leads on 2.

Vibes

Baraza Resort & SpaMeasureThe Palms Zanzibar
YesRomanceYes
YesQuietYes

Activities

Baraza Resort & SpaMeasureThe Palms Zanzibar
YesSpaYes
YesWater sportsYes
YesDiving–
–KidsYes
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