Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar

“Great resort due to the Staff and Scott the F&B Manager”

Spent 5 days on vacation at this resort in Zanzibar and was very pleasantly surprised. After a week of safari travel, the intention was to relax here, and this place certainly fitted the bill. We stayed in a Superior Seafront Room on a full-board, all-inclusive basis. The room was a very large, ai… more

Spent 5 days on vacation at this resort in Zanzibar and was very pleasantly surprised. After a week of safari travel, the intention was to relax here, and this place certainly fitted the bill. We stayed in a Superior Seafront Room on a full-board, all-inclusive basis. The room was a very large, air-conditioned building styled as a nicely styled with a huge bed surrounded by the essential mosquito nets. The separate bathroom was large as well and designed to "wrap around" the building. The resort itself is set along a public beach (although the hotel does have a private"Beach " area just in front of the public beach. Food at the resort was very good, mostly buffet style. The breakfast buffet had all the normal sections you would expect, including international cooked foods, eggs boiled, fried, scrambled and poached, plus an omelette station, freshly made pancakes, breads and pastries, cold meats and salads, fruits and freshly squeezed juices, plus of course freshly (non-vending machine) tea, coffee and chocolate. Lunch was either at the poolside bar/restaurant or at a beach restaurant. Both have a good variety of meals and snacks with some variety each day, and we ate at both for the duration of our stay without duplicating what we had. Evening dining is a themed buffet set out at the poolside with a choice of main dishes matching the evening's theme, plus various stations freshly cooking additional dishes. If you don't like the choices on offer (unlikely, as there is a good selection and variety) then there is a pasta station which runs every evening as a "safe" choice. Food quality is very good, as is the standard of cooking and service. Our all-inclusive package included local wines, beers and locally made spirits, which we enjoyed during the stay. There is a unique local spirit called Konyagi known as the "Spirit of the Nation". If you are a gin lover (and even if you are not) it's definitely worth trying this slightly lime/citrus tasting spirit, which mixes well with tonic water and other typical gin mixers. There are 2 bars at the resort: the pool bar, where most of the activity takes place and a second bar not far from the lobby, which seems to be less crowded and is where films are shown every evening What really made the stay was the service being offered by the staff, in particular the chefs, waiting and bar staff. This is due to Scott, the Food and Beverage manager, who has amazing energy, enthusiasm and leadership. He is always positive and can be all over the resort, encouraging and motivating his team and interacting with guests to ensure they have the best time possible. He is well-liked and respected by his team. I did have a chat with several of the bar, kitchen and waiting team (sorry, not sorry Scott) who enjoy working with and for him, saying that they really feel he appreciates the work they put in for both him and the guests. What would make things better? Well, the AI package can be confusing at times, and it feels like you always need to check whether what you want to eat, drink or do is included in the AI package to avoid paying additional fees. Some of the watersport equipment needs renewing/updating as it's looking a little tired. Overall, a great resort for a week to 10-day stay, particularly to relax after a busy safari itinerary, but any more than that and it would start to feel a little "small"

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“Amazing trip”

Had a lovely 5 day break at this resort was amazing relaxation by the beach, the food was incredible and big thanks to Scott (conveniently from Scotland) for making this trip even better by being so accommodating and helping us with whatever we needed, would definitely recommend

“An amazing stay in Paradise”

We came here after 5 days of safari and it was just the break we needed. Sat by the beach this hotel offers a haven away from the hustle and bustle and allows you to complete relax and get away from it all. The hotel food is amazing with the team led by the wonderful Scott whose Scottish tones were… more

We came here after 5 days of safari and it was just the break we needed. Sat by the beach this hotel offers a haven away from the hustle and bustle and allows you to complete relax and get away from it all. The hotel food is amazing with the team led by the wonderful Scott whose Scottish tones were a complete surprise here. He leads an excellent team who look after you to ensure your every request is met.

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“I come back”

A beautiful resort located on a hillside, surrounded by lush greenery and maintained with exceptional care. Everything is spotless and thoughtfully designed in an authentic Zanzibari style, full of charm and taste. The rooms and bathrooms are very spacious and cleaned daily to a high standard. All … more

A beautiful resort located on a hillside, surrounded by lush greenery and maintained with exceptional care. Everything is spotless and thoughtfully designed in an authentic Zanzibari style, full of charm and taste. The rooms and bathrooms are very spacious and cleaned daily to a high standard. All the activities you could wish for are available, including wellness and spa facilities. The resort has its own private beach with trees and comfortable sunbeds, and the pool area is equally impressive — perfect for relaxing and enjoying the surroundings. What truly makes this place special, however, are the people who work here. From the managers to the gardeners, everyone is friendly, cheerful, and genuinely helpful. It was my first stay here, but certainly not my last. Thank you, Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Zanzibar — I will definitely come back.

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