The Palms Zanzibar welcomes you to the most exclusive, private adult only resort in a personalized and intimate setting. The Palms is a sanctuary for those in search of tranquility. The perfect romantic getaway in Zanzibar. The magical Island where the fusion of Arab, African and European cultures has created a pace of life. A style of cuisine and colorful tapestry of architecture, heritage, myth and magic that is found nowhere else in the world.
The Palms Zanzibar is on the quieter south east coast of the island on an award winning beach, Bwejuu beach.
The Palms prides itself on its cuisine. The restaurant, The Plantation House, serves up superb Swahili and international cuisine. Blending local spices and flavors featuring the best of the Island’s produce. Chefs feature the flavors of the Island fusing ‘just caught’ with ‘fresh picked’.
The Palms Zanzibar has 7 x exclusive villas, each over 150 square meters (1,614 sq ft). With a bedroom, living room, full en suite bathroom and dressing room. There is an extra bedroom with its own en suite bathroom and walk in dressing room. Therefore, the villas can sleep 4 x adults.
Each villa features a sophisticated interior composition in all colors of coffee and cream. Where filmy caramel colored curtains billow, dark grained polished floors extend, and the decor is a unique marriage of colonial grandeur and traditional design.
Villa Interior
A large furnished terrace with views of the Indian Ocean. Here, a silk draped four poster Zanzibar Bed accents a sunken, midnight blue private plunge pool. There are private bandas (one for each room) with thatch shade and loungers. On the beach in front of each villa.
Villa Exterior
The Palms Zanzibar Activities
If you’d like to create some vibrant memories of your stay on the magical Spice Isle there’s a whole range of tours and day trips on offer. Visit a local school or mosque and the local stalls.
Enjoy a chef masterclass on Swahili cuisine or take a cooking class. And learn about the Zanzibari spices. Climb a palm and pick your own coconut (if you can). Weave yourself a sun hat or palm mat while learning about palm weaving.
Board a beautiful Swahili dhow and take off for a gentle sail down the spectacular coastline. And into the mangrove swamps that are so characteristic of the island. Serene, yet alive with birds, the mangroves are a source of food and timber for the traditional Swahili homes. Carry out some traditional hand line fishing. Back at the hotel, you can also discuss with chef just how you’d like the fish cooked for your dinner. The local guides will be pleased to share their knowledge on the marine and wildlife of these special wilderness places.
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage, Stone Town. A cultural wonderland. Or, visit one of the last remaining tropical forests on the planet to see Red Colobus Monkeys & Forest Trails. The Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park is the island’s only national park.
For those looking to relax, the beautiful Frangipani Spa at the sister hotel Breezes is ideal. Offering a wide variety of facial, body and hand and foot treatments. As well as specialized massage techniques. The active can also make use of Breezes’ other facilities. Such as a fitness centre, floodlit tennis court, dive centre and marine activities centre. Which offers windsurfing and snorkeling.
Zanzibar Diving and Snorkeling
The water is as clear as crystal, the coral gardens dance with spectacular fishes. It’s a magical marine wonderland that you simply MUST explore. Snorkeling equipment is at The Water Club.
The Rising Sun Dive Center guarantees an unforgettable adventure. Diving from a hand made mahogany Dhow. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro, they cater to all divers with a wide range of services.
The South East Coast is one of the few still untouched strips of the Indian Ocean. With 65 km of unexplored pristine coral reef.
The Water Club
The Water Club is a water sports center at Breezes. It features a great selection of equipment and offers instruction in wind surfing, kayaking, kite surfing and sailing. The Water Club is the perfect place to experience the very best of the Indian Ocean. Approved as the first kite school in Zanzibar. The certified instructors will have you flying in no time with new kites and gear.
Sailing
How to get to The Palms Zanzibar
The Palms Zanzibar is about an hour’s drive from Zanzibar International Airport. Zanzibar airport enjoys daily connections from major East African cities. Such as Kilimanjaro, Arusha, Dar Es Salaam, Nairobi, and Mombasa. Furthermore many international airlines land directly on the island. Making Europe, Asia and North America within relatively easy reach.
The hotel is located approximately 6 kilometers south of Stone Town, the island capital. Transfers can be arranged to and from the airport. Or for touring around the island.
The Palms Zanzibar All-Inclusive Accommodation Rates
2025 The Palms Zanzibar All-Inclusive Rates
Per Villa
(2 x adults)
Extra Adult
(max 2 extra adults, in their own ensuite room in the villa)
1st July – 31st August
$ 1384
$556
1st September – 31st October
$ 1280
$514
1st November – 22nd December
$ 909
$363
23rd December 2025 – 8th January 2026 (min 5 night stay)*
$ 1707
$687
2026 The Palms Zanzibar All-Inclusive Rates
Per Villa
(2 x adults)
Extra Adult
(max 2 extra adults, in their own ensuite room in the villa)
9th January – 15th March
$ 1280
$ 540
16th March – 15th June
$ 909
$ 381
16th – 30th June
$ 1280
$ 540
1st July – 31st August
$ 1454
$ 584
1st September – 31st October
$ 1280
$ 540
1st November – 22nd December
$ 909
$ 381
23rd December 2026 – 8th January 2027 (min 5 night stay)*
$ 1792
$ 721
All villas are 2 bedroom and sleep up to 4 adults. Single rooms are discounted by 20%.
*A new years eve supplement of $188 in 2025 and $198 in 2026 for the 31st December will apply.
The resort can be booked on an exclusive-use basis from 1 – 14 people. In this case, children will be allowed.
Rates Include:
Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Afternoon tea
Mineral water, soft drinks & juices
Coffee & Tea
Selection of House Wines & Beer
A selection of house spirits
Snorkeling equipment rental, kayaks, reef shoes rental
WiFi.
This excludes:
Airport transfers,
Tours & Excursions,
Laundry, Room Service, Babysitting, Telephone,
Spa Services & Treatments & Gift Shop purchase,
Water sports Activities and Scuba Diving,
Tourism Development Levy
The Palms Zanzibar Accommodation Special Offers
All offers are valid from 9th January – 19th December every year. Excluding July & August. They cannot be combined with each other.
Long Stay Special Offer
Stay 5 nights, pay for 4 in all room types
Early Bird Special Offer
Get a 10% discount on bookings made 5 months in advance.
The Palms Zanzibar Honeymoon Offer
The Palms is an ideal retreat for honeymooners, with special surprises during your stay. Honeymooners stay 7 nights, only pay for 5. This beautiful hotel has a romantic charm and offers a number of memorable venues just perfect for two.
Honeymooners must stay within 1 year of wedding date.
Plus the following gifts:
Bottle of wine upon arrival
Sun downers served in your room on arrival.
10% discount on PADI diving courses
If you stay 5 nights at The Palms Zanzibar, you will also get a gift from the hotel and a complimentary 30 minutes neck, back and shoulder massage
The honeymoon gifts are also valid for couples celebrating their 10th, 15th, 20th, 25th (etc) wedding anniversary.
Weddings at The Palms Zanzibar
The Palms has become known for its romantic charm. It is undoubtedly the most popular honeymoon and wedding hotel on the Island. The Palms can arrange a private “Island Ceremony” of your dreams. And assist in planning this special occasion.
The Palms Escape Symbolic Wedding Package
Minimum 4 Night Stay
This is ideal for those couples who are looking for a beautiful and tastefully arranged ceremony that is romantic yet simple. The ceremony will take place under a beautiful canopy on the white, sandy beach. Following the symbolic ceremony, canapés and sparkling wine are served. In the evening enjoy a private and intimate dinner featuring the islands finest produce. Fused with spices and flavors of the Indian Ocean. A wedding cake follows your dinner. A surprise gift from the hotel awaits in your room. Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast in your room the following morning.
The Palms Symbolic Beach Wedding Costs
€3,480 (± $4247,50) with Minister (for bride & groom)
€2,850 (± $3562.50) without Minister (for bride & groom)
€55 (± $68.75) supplement per additional person attending reception only (hotel or non-hotel guest)
€124 (± $155) supplement per additional person attending dinner and reception (hotel guests)
€ 202 (± $252.50) supplement per additional person attending dinner and reception (non hotel guests)
This price does not include accommodation or extras
Included:
Symbolic Wedding Ceremony on the beach with or without Minister
Reception on the beach with canapés & sparkling wine
Gala Dinner in a romantic private setting
Wedding Cake (homemade)
Assistance of Ceremony Coordinator
Flowers, fruit platter, and sparkling wine upon arrival
Sparkling wine and canapés served by your private plunge pool with candles and flowers on the evening before your wedding day
Bridal bouquet and flowers for ceremony (please note tropical flowers only)
Witness (if required)
Special Gift for Bride & Groom
Complimentary 30 minutes relaxing massage for Bride & Groom
Breakfast in Bed on the day after the ceremony
Private pool side dinner
Renewal of Vows at The Palms
Minimum 3 Night Stay
This is ideal for those couples who are looking for a beautiful and tastefully arranged ceremony that is romantic yet simple. Leave it to us while you relax at the hotel and enjoy the complimentary massage we have arranged for you. The symbolic ceremony will take place under a beautiful canopy on the white, sandy beach. Following the ceremony, canapés and sparkling wine are served. In the evening enjoy a private and intimate dinner featuring the islands finest produce. Fused with spices and flavors of the Indian Ocean. A wedding cake follows your dinner. A surprise gift from the hotel awaits in your room. Enjoy a sumptuous tropical breakfast in your room the following morning.
Included:
Ceremony on the beach with or without Minister
Reception on the beach with canapés & sparkling wine
Gala Dinner in a romantic private setting
Wedding Cake (homemade)
Assistance of Wedding Coordinator
Flowers, fruit plate, and sparkling wine upon arrival
Bridal bouquet and flowers for the ceremony (please note tropical flowers only)
Witness (if required)
Renewal of Vows cost
€ 2,230 (± $2685) with Minister (for bride & groom)
€ 1,600 (± $2000) without Minister (for bride & groom)
€45 (± $56.25) supplement per additional person attending reception
€124 (± $155) supplement per additional person attending dinner and reception
Wedding and Renewal of Vows rates are effective from 1st January 2025. The 2026 are to follow.
Please note:
Mandatory travel insurance for everyone traveling to Zanzibar is now required. It can only be booked directly from Zanzibar Insurance Corporation through this link.
