
Baraza Resort and Spa
Baraza Resort & Spa is a luxurious paradise located on the stunning Bwejuu Beach on the spice island of Zanzibar. This beautiful boutique hotel has the opulent feel of a sultan's palace and the privacy and facilities of a modern oasis. It's Arabic and Swahili-influenced design provides a cool and relaxing respite from the east African sun and the mouth-watering cuisine and personal service match the high quality that this hotel provides.
Baraza Resort & Spa offers 30 beautiful villas each with spacious, welcoming interiors and generous plunge pools. Choices of villas include a one-bedroom villa or one-bedroom ocean-front villa, and the two-bedroom sultan or garden view villas. There is also one presidential villa.
Expert View
- Private plunge pools in all villas
- Decor which evokes the heritage of Zanzibar dating back to the Sulta
- Unparalleled standards of luxury on the Island of Zanzibar
- Voted Conde Nast Traveller top 30 island beaches in the world
At a glance
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30 Villas
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All Ages
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Open All Year
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Family Rooms
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All Inclusive
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Beach

"Join an under the Palm trees class featuring a Mwalimu (teacher) giving Swahili classes and lessons on the history of Zanzibar. You will also have the chance to try out palm weaving."
ACTIVITIES
Adventures and activities to ensure lifetime memories are made. From unforgettable thrills to indulgent relaxation, choose those that appeal most.
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Cultural Experience
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Canoeing/Kayaking
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Water Sports
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Wellness/Spa
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Cycle Tour
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Scuba Diving
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Snorkelling
Gallery
Take a journey through Baraza Resort and Spa to get a flavour of its unique style and character, designed to enchant every guest.






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CLIENT REVIEWS
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holiday to Baraza Resort and Spa
Baraza was… wow! This place was so luxurious! We felt extremely valued as guests and loved how accommodating everyone was. Zanzibar was a sight to see!
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Baraza was breathtaking! We loved staying at a place that really brought the Arabic parts of Zanzibar alive. Our room was incredible. From the plunge pool to the gorgeous tub, to the Sultan’s bed - we were so blown away! We also loved being surprised with a bottle of champagne, a beautiful handmade…
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The ambiance is fantastic - like 100% at night. The staff is different. The first hostess Angela welcomed us but didn't show up to show us the resort as agreed. We had to ask for the whirlpool to be put on at the villa every day, sometimes with a 1 1/2 hour delay. We got briefed about the dress cod…
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True luxury! Gorgeous, huge room! Delicious food including a Swahili buffet. Most dinners were a fixed menu but there was always a vegetarian option and kids' menus. The staff was incredibly accommodating and always willing to help. They arranged a day trip to Stone Town, which ended up being 2 hou…
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