Trade the everyday for your own pool and an Indian Ocean view at Bawe Island, a private island resort just 15 minutes by speedboat from Zanzibar’s historic Stone Town. Spread across more than 30 hectares, this tropical retreat brings together white sandy beaches, lush greenery and the freedom to enjoy island life at your own pace. Access from Zanzibar’s international airport combines an approximately 30-minute drive with the boat crossing. With independent villas, Bawe Island makes space and privacy central to the experience. Contemporary interiors draw on African design influences, while every accommodation features a private swimming pool, ocean views and dedicated butler service. Whether travelling as a couple or with family, guests have a personal retreat between beach time, dining and island activities. Dining brings a different setting to each occasion. At The Sand, breakfast and dinner are served beside live cooking stations, with sand underfoot adding to the island atmosphere. Sinfonia offers Italian trattoria dining and wood-fired pizzas, while Rising Sun pairs Japanese teppanyaki with the distinctive setting of an ancient baobab tree. For relaxed beachfront meals, The Beach Club welcomes adults only. Later, The View Bar combines cocktails and ocean sunsets with live music and DJ performances. Beyond the villas, facilities include a swimming pool, spa, water sports and diving, plus tennis, padel and futsal courts. Keep active in the ocean-view gym equipped by Technogym, join yoga and Pilates lessons, or explore by bicycle. Sunrise yoga at the Beach Pavilion offers a particularly peaceful start to the day. Younger guests have their own space at the Kids Club, where a large garden, pool and creative activities await. Babysitting is available on request, giving families further flexibility during their Zanzibar island holiday.

• Located on a private island off the coast of Stone Town
• Approximately 30 minutes by car from the airport to Stone Town, followed by a 15-minute speedboat transfer to Bawe Island.

• 70 Rooms
• 24 hrs. reception
• 4 restaurants and 1 bar
• Shop(s) (extra charge)
• Helipad (extra charge)
• Excursions/Tours (on request; extra charge)
• Private beach
• 1 Outdoor Swimming Pool
• Sunbeds at the swimming pool and beach (incl. subject to availability)
• Umbrellas at the swimming pool and beach (incl. subject to availability)
• Towels at the swimming pool (incl. subject to availability)
• Wi-Fi (incl.)
• Check-in from 14:00
• Check-out until 11:00
• National category: 5 stars