Kendwa Rocks Hotel, Kendwa - Reviews, Rooms Options & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

Kendwa, Kendwa, Tanzania, 3939

Kendwa Rocks Hotel is a premier resort located on the stunning north-west coast of Zanzibar, known for its turquoise waters and white coral beaches. The resort features a harmonious blend of local architecture and modern amenities, nestled amid lush tropical gardens and swinging palm trees. Its unique position allows guests to enjoy breathtaking sunsets, and the hotel's commitment to accessibility ensures a comfortable stay for all. Kendwa Rocks is celebrated not only for its relaxed atmosphere but also for its vibrant nightlife and engaging events like the popular Full Moon Party.

Location

Nestled in the tranquil area of Kendwa, the resort is only 60 km from Kisauni and approximately a 1.5-hour drive from the airport. Its beach is renowned for low tidal impact, ensuring ample swimming opportunities year-round. Nearby attractions include Nungwi Beach and local cultural sites, enhancing the guests’ experience in this vibrant region of Zanzibar.

Rooms

Kendwa Rocks offers a range of accommodations including luxurious wooden bungalows with dipping pools and spacious family-sized suites. Each room is individually furnished, providing modern comforts such as air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and 24-hour room service. Many rooms feature private verandas with stunning sea views or serene garden views, while the Forest Rooms provide a cozy atmosphere at a more affordable price.

Eat & Drink

The resort hosts the Mermaid Restaurant, which serves a variety of cuisines including Zanzibari, Indian, Arabic, Thai, and Western favorites. A daily specials menu offers a limitless array of dishes from around the globe. Guests can enjoy fresh sushi and local seafood, while the beach bar serves exotic cocktails perfect for watching the radiant sunset.

Leisure & Business

Leisure offerings at Kendwa Rocks include water sports such as snorkeling, diving, and kite surfing facilitated by the onsite Zanzibar Water Sports Centre. Guests can relax at The Rocks Spa on the rooftop terrace, enjoying invigorating massages and beauty treatments with locally sourced products. The hotel also features entertainment options like beach parties and events throughout the year.

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The resort provides a range of accommodations, including double rooms, family rooms, and suites, all with breakfast, free cancellations, and exclusive deals.

Economy Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Garden view

Shower

Balcony

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Theme Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

Balcony

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Pool Bungalow

Max:

2 persons

40 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Pool view

Shower

Balcony

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Getting around

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City Center

Kendwa1400 ft

Airports

Kisauni (ZNZ) 37.4 mi

Facilities

Enjoy a range of amenities at the resort designed for your comfortable stay and remarkable experiences.

Stylish & Comfortable

“My room had a stylish decor, making me feel at home while being super clean and comfy.” view full review

Relaxing Spa Experience

“I absolutely loved the spa area; it was my favorite part of the hotel, providing great massages and a serene atmosphere.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast!

“Breakfast offerings were delightful, with a nice variety each morning that exceeded my expectations.” view full review

Great Pool Vibes

“The swimming pool was fantastic, with perfect temperatures and a beautiful setting that made my days relaxing.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Off-site parking lot
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Private beach
Currency exchange
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Wind surfing
Diving
Snorkeling
Canoeing
Cycling
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Children

Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Garden area
Spa & wellness center
Steam room
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Sitting area
Dressing area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Kendwa, Kendwa, Tanzania, 3939

Map view

Kendwa, Kendwa, Tanzania, 3939

City landmarks

Tanzania

Baobop

1.4 mi

Scuba Do

2600 ft

Zanzibar Parasailing

2600 ft

Nungwi

Spanish Dancer Divers

1.4 mi

Kendwa

Full Moon Party & Saturday Night Party

4100 ft

Aquarium

Mnarani Marine Turtles Conservation Pond

2.3 mi

Msikiti

1.3 mi

Vera mosque

1.3 mi

Gallery

Dr Bulugu Gallery

1.7 mi

Sandies mosique

1.4 mi

Tanzania

Nungwi public Beach

1.5 mi

Beach

Kendwa Beach

1.5 mi

Unnamed Road

The Panje Project

1.8 mi

Abayaan Masjid

1.6 mi

Gallery

Dr. Bulugu Gallery

2.0 mi

Tanzania

MyBlue beach

1.9 mi

Ras Nungwi Lighthouse

1.7 mi

Kiteboarding Zanzibar

1.7 mi

Masjid istiqama

1.7 mi

Diving Poseidon

1.7 mi

Coccobello

1.7 mi

Ruin

Fukuchani Ruins

1.7 mi

Khadija

1.7 mi

East Africa Diving & Water Sport Centre

1.8 mi

Masjid lbrahim

1.8 mi

Tazari twins caves & chameleon centre

1.8 mi

ZanziYoga

1.9 mi

Masjid Al-Madina Liebin Masoud

1.9 mi

Beach

Nungwi Beach

2.1 mi

Caves

2.0 mi

Nearby

Kendwa

Full Moon Party & Saturday Night Party

100 ft

Restaurants

Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel

100 ft

Spiaggia DI Kendwa

Gold Beach Restaurant

100 ft

Kendwa Beach Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa

Bistro' del Mar

1500 ft

Kendwa Road

Natural Kendwa VILLA

1400 ft

Natural Kendwa Villa Opposite of Gold Hotel Zanzibar

The Lebanese Cuisine Kendwa Zanzibar

1200 ft

Kendwa

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

82%

liked the resort and would come back

Stunning beach location

Friendly staff

Limited dining options

Minor maintenance needs

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

8.7

Location

10.0

Service

8.2

Dining

5.8

Deborah

United States of America, December 2024

8.2/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, situated right on the most beautiful beach in Zanzibar. The rooms were spacious and featured a nice balcony, plus the air conditioning made the heat much more bearable. The staff was welcoming and friendly, which added to the enjoyable atmosphere. However, dining options could use some improvement, and the Wi-Fi was a bit unreliable at times. Overall, it was good value for money.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious, well-maintained, and had a nice balcony with air conditioning in the bedroom.

Service

9.0

The staff was friendly and attentive, making my stay pleasant.

Location

10.0

The hotel is right on the best beach in Zanzibar, which is simply stunning.

Dining

6.0

The dining options could be improved as I found the choices a bit limited.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent overall, but nothing stood out greatly.

Vernon

United States of America, November 2024

7.8/10

The hotel offers a clean and comfortable stay right on a beautiful beach. The location is truly fantastic, providing a perfect atmosphere for relaxation. The rooms come with a lovely sea view, but I found the dining options a bit lacking. Overall, it's a good value for money, especially considering the stunning surroundings.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean, spacious, and had a nice balcony with an amazing sea view.

Service

8.0

The staff was friendly and accommodating, making the stay pleasant.

Location

10.0

The hotel is situated on the best beach in Zanzibar, offering a beautiful and tranquil setting.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was a bit disappointing as the options were limited, especially for breakfast.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had decent amenities, but improvements could be made, particularly in dining.

Victoria

United Kingdom, November 2024

8.4/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel, which is perfectly located right on a stunning beach in Zanzibar. The rooms were spacious and clean, offering a fantastic sea view. The staff was incredibly friendly, making me feel right at home. However, the dining experience could use some improvement, especially with the limited breakfast choices. Overall, I found it to be a great value for money with some minor areas to refine.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious, clean, and had a beautiful sea view.

Service

9.0

The staff was extremely friendly and helpful throughout my stay.

Location

10.0

The hotel is right on an amazing beach, which made for a stunning view.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were somewhat limited, especially for breakfast.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had a lovely pool area that was well maintained.

Stunning beach location

Limited dining options

Steven

United Kingdom, October 2024

8.6/10

I had a great experience at this hotel with its lovely beachfront location, clean and spacious rooms, and friendly staff. The only downside was that the breakfast options were somewhat limited, which was a bit disappointing. Still, the value for money was good, especially considering the amenities available.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean, spacious, and very comfortable, providing a relaxing atmosphere.

Service

9.0

The staff was incredibly friendly and always ready to assist.

Location

10.0

The hotel is right on the best beach in Zanzibar, making it perfect for beach lovers.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast was decent but lacking in variety, which was a bit of a letdown.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered a lovely pool area and other great amenities, all well-maintained.

James

United States of America, October 2024

8.4/10

I had a fantastic experience staying at this hotel, which is located right on a beautiful beach. The rooms were spacious, modern, and incredibly comfortable, providing a perfect retreat after a day out. The friendly staff made me feel welcome, but the dining service could use some improvement as it was a bit slow. Overall, though, I found it provides excellent value for money given its prime location and amenities.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious, modern, and very comfortable.

Service

7.0

The staff was friendly, but the dining service was a little slow at times.

Location

10.0

The hotel is right on a beautiful beach, perfect for enjoying the sun and water sports.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was pleasant, but the service was a bit slower than expected.

Facilities

8.0

The amenities were great, with a lovely pool area that was well-maintained.

Joseph

United States of America, October 2024

8.6/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, with its fantastic beachfront location and friendly atmosphere. The rooms were clean and comfortable, offering a great view. Unfortunately, the dining options could use some improvement. Overall, it's a good value but could benefit from some upgrades in the dining experience.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, with a beautiful sea view.

Service

9.0

The staff was friendly and accommodating, making us feel welcomed throughout our stay.

Location

10.0

The hotel is right on the beach, which was absolutely stunning and convenient for beach activities.

Dining

5.0

While the dining area was nice, the breakfast options were limited, and I expected a bit more variety.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had a pleasant pool area, but it could use some more amenities to enhance the experience.

Joshua

United Kingdom, September 2024

7.6/10

This hotel is perfectly situated right on the nicest beach in Zanzibar, making it a prime spot for beach lovers. The rooms are spacious and clean, but I found the dining experience lacking, especially at breakfast. The facilities are well-maintained and enjoyable, making it a great value for money overall, although Wi-Fi should be included in the price.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious and clean, offering a nice balcony for relaxation.

Service

7.0

The staff was friendly and provided good assistance, but there were minor delays in housekeeping.

Location

10.0

On the best beach on the entire Zanzibar, the location couldn't be better for enjoying the sun and the sea.

Dining

5.0

Dining options were limited at breakfast, which was a bit disappointing, especially given the beautiful setting.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities are quite nice and well-kept, especially the pool area which is perfect for unwinding.

Olivia

United Kingdom, August 2024

8.8/10

The hotel is located right on the beautiful beach, making it a perfect spot for relaxation. The rooms are spacious and offer stunning views from the balconies. The staff is friendly and always ready to assist, but the dining options left a bit to be desired. Overall, it’s great value for money considering the amenities and the breathtaking location.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious and offered stunning views from the balconies, providing a nice touch to the stay.

Service

8.0

The staff was friendly and always ready to help, which made my stay more enjoyable.

Location

10.0

The hotel is right on the beautiful beach, making it the perfect location for a relaxing getaway.

Dining

7.0

While the dining options were decent, they could use some improvement to match the quality of the rest of the hotel.

Facilities

8.0

Facilities were solid, providing guests with necessary amenities and a pleasant atmosphere.

Linda

United States of America, August 2024

8.0/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, situated right on the most beautiful beach in Zanzibar. The rooms were spacious and boasted stunning views, making my stay comfortable and enjoyable. The friendly staff made sure I felt welcome throughout my visit. However, the dining options were limited and could definitely use some improvement. Overall, it was a good value for money, especially with a prime location.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious and had stunning views.

Service

8.0

The staff was friendly and made sure my experience was pleasant.

Location

10.0

The hotel is right on the most beautiful beach, perfect for relaxation.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were somewhat limited and could use improvement.

Facilities

7.0

The amenities were decent, but I've seen better elsewhere.

Jason

United Kingdom, July 2024

7.8/10

The hotel has a prime location right on the beach, which is stunning. My room had a lovely sea view and a nice balcony, making it a great place to relax. The staff were friendly and attentive, though I found the dining options to be a bit lacking. Overall, it was a decent stay, but the breakfast could definitely use some improvement.

Rooms

9.0

My room was clean, comfortable, with a beautiful sea view and a nice balcony.

Service

8.0

The staff was very friendly and accommodating.

Location

10.0

The hotel is situated right on the most amazing beach, truly a perfect spot.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was okay, but I was hoping for more variety at breakfast.