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Dream of Zanzibar Resort & SpavsThe Residence Zanzibar
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Scores at a Glance
Dream of Zanzibar Resort & SpaThe Residence Zanzibar
Overall
8.6
8.8
Beach
8.3
8.2
Food
8.0
8.4
Service
8.8
8.8
Rooms
8.8
9.5
Luxury
8.6
9.3
Value
8.1
7.5
Romance
8.5
9.2
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa | Measure | The Residence Zanzibar |
|---|---|---|
| 8.6 | Overall Score | 8.8 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| (better)4.9 (894) | Google Rating | 4.5 (864) |
| (better)From $153 | Price / Night (pp) | From $201 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| – | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| (better)45 min | Airport Transfer | 55 min |
All Scores
| Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa | Measure | The Residence Zanzibar |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.3 | Beach | 8.2 |
| 8.0 | Food | 8.4 (better) |
| 8.8 | Service | 8.8 |
| 8.8 | Rooms | 9.5 (better) |
| 8.2 | Pools | 9.1 (better) |
| 8.6 | Luxury | 9.3 (better) |
| (better)8.1 | Value | 7.5 |
| 8.0 | Family | – |
| 8.5 | Romance | 9.2 (better) |
| 8.7 | Quiet | – |
| 8.4 | Wellness | – |
| 8.0 | Remote work | – |
Of the 11 measures we call, Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa leads on 5 and The Residence Zanzibar leads on 6.
Vibes
| Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa | Measure | The Residence Zanzibar |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Quiet | – |
| – | Romance | Yes |
Activities
| Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa | Measure | The Residence Zanzibar |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa
- Full-service spa
- 64 min from ZNZ
The Residence Zanzibar
- 1 pools
- 2 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Butler service
- 55 min from ZNZ
Pros · Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa
- Premium all-inclusive plan with meals, drinks, cocktails, and appetizers included.
- Small boutique scale with spacious suites.
- Direct Uroa beachfront setting on Zanzibar's east coast.
- Strong spa, gym, hammam, sauna, and wellness facilities for a compact resort.
Pros · The Residence Zanzibar
- Every villa has a private pool
- Secluded beachfront estate
- Strong romance fit
- Two-bedroom villa options
Cons · Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa
- Only one primary restaurant is verified.
- Beach swimming is tide-dependent.
- Excursions, taxis, and safari trips are not evidenced as included.
- Limited review volume compared with major Caribbean all-inclusive resorts.
Cons · The Residence Zanzibar
- All-inclusive is optional and restricted
- Remote southwest location
- Tide-dependent beach use
- Transfers extra
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