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Xanadu Villas & Retreat

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront hotel with free breakfast

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Luxury Villa, 1 Bedroom (Alfajiri) | Terrace/patio
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

Explore the area

Map
Dongwe, Dongwe
  • Popular LocationDongwe Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationBwejuu Beach4 min drive
  • Popular LocationPingwe Beach5 min drive
  • AirportZanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)61 min drive

Room options

Presidential Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront

  • 3229 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

Luxury Villa, 1 Bedroom (Kimwondo)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Villa, 1 Bedroom (Alfajiri)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Villa, 1 Bedroom (Umande)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Presidential Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Mbingu)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Korongo)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Mlima)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Luxury Villa, 1 Bedroom (Mawimbi)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Private Villa Mawingu

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Dongwe

On the beach.At this Dongwe hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Dongwe Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Bwejuu Beach. Pingwe Beach and Paje Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Dongwe Beach - 1 min walk
  • Bwejuu Beach - 4 min drive
  • Pingwe Beach - 5 min drive
  • Paje Beach - 21 min drive
  • Jambiani Beach - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Rock - 6 min drive
  • African Bbq - 9 min drive
  • Mr. Kahawa - 10 min drive
  • B4 Beach Club - 10 min drive
  • Bar of Breezes - 2 min walk

About this property

Xanadu Villas & Retreat

3.5-star beachfront hotel with free breakfast
Some rates at Xanadu Villas & Retreat are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Xanadu Villas & Retreat offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Xanadu Villas & Retreat. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Dongwe hotel is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Xanadu Villas & Retreat offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature private pools and safes. Rooms open to furnished patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Kiota Spa has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, French, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Private pool

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Furnished patio

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Living room
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Xanadu Villas & Retreat

Children and extra beds

  • Children 5 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 5 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for TZS 390.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: TZS 10194.08 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: TZS 390.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 5 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Xanadu Villas & Retreat to the airport?

Xanadu Villas & Retreat is 36.5 mi (62-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Xanadu Villas & Retreat?

As of May 23, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Xanadu Villas & Retreat on May 26, 2024 start from $716.48, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Xanadu Villas & Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Xanadu Villas & Retreat.

How close is Xanadu Villas & Retreat to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Xanadu Villas & Retreat offer free breakfast?

Xanadu Villas & Retreat offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Xanadu Villas & Retreat?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Xanadu Villas & Retreat?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Xanadu Villas & Retreat?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Xanadu Villas & Retreat have a pool?

Xanadu Villas & Retreat features an outdoor pool.

Does Xanadu Villas & Retreat have a restaurant?

Xanadu Villas & Retreat is home to Xanadu, which features local and international cuisine.

Does Xanadu Villas & Retreat have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Kiota Spa, where you can enjoy hot stone massages, mani/pedis, and body treatments.

How close is Xanadu Villas & Retreat to downtown Dongwe?

Xanadu Villas & Retreat is 0.3 mi away from Dongwe.

Xanadu Villas & Retreat Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kwabena

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply amazing experience at this property! My wife and I spent our honeymoon here and had the greatest time. The food was on point and our butler (Adil) made our time there unforgettable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022