Bawe Island, Mjini District, Bawe Island, Mjini Magharibi Region, 2319
What's nearby
Nakupenda Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Prison Island - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 63 min drive - 5.3 km
Getting around
Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 19 min drive
Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Cape Town Fish Market
Passing Show Hotel
Meeting Point Cafe
Lukmaan
Livingstone Beach Restaurant
About this property
Bawe Island Zanzibar
At Bawe Island Zanzibar, you can spend time at the beach enjoying free cabanas, beach umbrellas and beach massages, plus you'll have access to on-site scuba-diving, surfing/body boarding and windsurfing. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps and aromatherapy. Dining choices include 3 restaurants, and the bar/lounge is a great place to grab a cold drink. Other features of this luxurious resort include a free kid's club, a beach bar and a health club.
All-inclusive
All-inclusive room rates at Bawe Island Zanzibar are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).
Gratuities and taxes
Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.
Food and beverages
All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks and beverages included
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age – 15
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Guests must transfer via boat and shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 15
Children
Babysitting*
Supervised childcare*
Free children's club
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
Parking
No on-site parking
Transfers
Ferry terminal shuttle*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
3 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Beach bar
Coffee shop
Private dining
Private picnics
24-hour room service
Travelling with children
Free children's club
Supervised childcare (surcharge)
Children's games
Toys
Beach toys
Pool toys
Children's books
Baby bath
Paddleboard on-site
What to do
On the beach
Beach club (surcharge)
Tennis lessons
Padel court
Beach yoga
Fitness classes
Beach volleyball
Kayaking
Canoeing
Boat tours
Paddle boating
Scuba diving
Surfing/body boarding
Surfing lessons
Windsurfing
Evening entertainment
Karaoke
Paddleboard on-site
Pool table
Ping pong
Fishing
Ecotours nearby
Working away
Business centre
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
On-site car hire
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Free beach cabanas
Free bike hire
Beach sunloungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Water sports equipment
Paddleboard on-site
Romance packages
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Mosquito nets
24-hour fitness centre
An outdoor pool
Full-service spa
Outdoor padel court
Outdoor tennis court
Massage/treatment rooms
Wine-tasting room
At least 80% of food locally sourced
At least 80% organic food
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Local culture and ecosystem education
Double-glazed windows
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soft drinks bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Outdoor entertainment area
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Front entrance ramp
No lift (single-level property)
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Area rugs in room
Smooth flooring in room
Hardwood flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
50-inch flat-screen TV
Premium digital channels
First-run films
Netflix
Hulu
Streaming services
Films for purchase
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Espresso maker
Dressing gowns and slippers
Children's slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Window screens
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Turndown service
Premium bedding
Day bed
What to enjoy
Private pool
In-room massage
Balcony or patio
Individually furnished and decorated
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
3 bathrooms
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall shower heads
Bidet
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Champagne service
Meal delivery service
Free bottled water
High chair
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Access via exterior corridors
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Energy-saving switches
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Spa
Bawe Spa has 4 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa. Other services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and sports massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: USD 10.00 per person, per night
Administrative fee: USD 3 per person, per stay
Children & extra beds
In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
Rollaway beds are available for USD 250 per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Bawe Island Zanzibar?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Bawe Island Zanzibar?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Bawe Island Zanzibar?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Bawe Island Zanzibar.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Bawe Island Zanzibar?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Bawe Island Zanzibar and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking, windsurfing and fishing and improve your game at the on-site tennis courts. Additional recreation on-site includes fitness classes, volleyball and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Bawe Island Zanzibar also has private pools, a 24-hour fitness centre and spa services, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Bawe Island Zanzibar?
Yes, there are 3 on-site restaurants.
Does Bawe Island Zanzibar have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a private pool and a balcony or patio.
What's the area around Bawe Island Zanzibar like?
Bawe Island Zanzibar is located on the waterfront, a short 2-minute walk from Nakupenda Beach and 16 minutes' walk from Prison Island.
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