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The Palms

5.0 of 5
Bwejuu, Zanzibar, Bwejuu, Tanzania
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Mumbai (Bombay), India
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14 reviews 14 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

This property is like home, its small, just 6 unique spacious & luxurious private Villas with their own plunge pools. Private beach bandas / cabanas. Total flexibility to eat when you want, what you want and where you want, the only fixed guarantee is that all the spreads are sinfully delicious. The Spa is secluded and by the sea. Its... More

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Abbots Bromley
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2013

Fantastic honeymoon destination - six thatched cottages it felt like each cottage had four or five staff making sure every need was met. Food was delicious perhaps a bit rich at times but William the head chef was happy to cook favourites. Try the Zanzibar lobster - delicious! Siri the manager of this hotel was excellent - anything we requested... More

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London, England
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14 reviews 14 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2013

We stayed here for one week back in December 2012 (after moving on from another part of the island) and can honestly say that it was the best place that we have ever stayed. Food was fantastic - each day for lunch and dinner we had something new. For those complaining that 5 courses was too much - you can... More

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London, United Kingdom
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41 hotel reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
56 helpful votes 56 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 January 2013

If Zanzibar is an unspoilt pristine island and Paje beach is probably the best area where to stay. The Palms is definitely the best resort for those who look for an intimate, bespoke and very personal experience. We stayed ( unfortunately ) only one night during a site inspection and it was fantastic. There are only 6 villas , all... More

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Salzburg, Austria
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 October 2012

Together with my wife we were staying at the palms for one week after doing safari in Serengeti, Ngorogo etc. We did stay in many first class hotel, clubs in the world, but something like "The Palms" we never did find.The Hotel exists of 6 bungalows with max 12 Guests! To each villa belongs a own cabana at the sea.It... More

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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 October 2012

After 3 weeks of Safari traveling on planes and riding on bumpy jeeps, staying in tented camps, we drove into The Palms from Stone Town. As we were shown our cabana and villa I was tearing up and getting emotional at the sheer peace and tranquility that this place just exuded. I was not disapointed. Three nights and three days... More

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Denver, Colorado
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7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 August 2012

We stayed at the Palms for 4 nights after a safari. It was such a wonderful place to unwind and relax. It is nice to be secluded, but there was access to Breezes, which we used for the gym and beach equipment. The staff was wonderful, and looked after us, even though November was the offseason. The food was great... More

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 July 2012

Booked 3 nights at the hotel at the end of a safari trip to Kenya. The villas are nicely decorated and spacious, bathroom quite sizable. Friendly staff trying their best to accommodate you with personalized service. Good meals inclusive of stay. Certainly has an exclusive feel to the resort being only 6 villas in total. Insects and mosquitos are everywhere,... More

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Oak Park, Illinois
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15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

What can I say...The Palms exceeded our expectations beyond belief! This was truly an exceptional holiday with my husband and my mother. With my Mother living in Tanzania, Zanzibar was the perfect location for a relaxing holiday together. The Palms provided us the space, comfort and ambiance to relax in an exquisite setting. From the moment we arrived we were... More

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Jedburgh, United Kingdom
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36 reviews 36 reviews
15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2012

The Palms consists of six well appointed bungalows each with it's own banda on the edge of the beach. As such it is very exclusive and the ideal place to wind down after a safari. It is an hours drive from Zanzibar airport. The staff, particularly Esiriak and Robert, were particularly attentive. The food is fusion cuisine and in the... More

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Additional Information about The Palms

Also Known As:
The Palms Hotel Bwejuu
The Palms Hotel
Palms Hotel Bwejuu
Palms Resort All Inclusive Bwejuu
The Palms Zanzibar/Bwejuu
Address: Bwejuu, Zanzibar, Bwejuu, Tanzania
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Region: Tanzania > Zanzibar Archipelago > Zanzibar > Bwejuu
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Spa Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#2 Spa Hotels in Bwejuu
#2 Top resorts Hotels in Bwejuu
#4 Luxury Hotels in Bwejuu
#4 On the Beach Hotels in Bwejuu
#10 Romantic Hotels in Bwejuu
Price Range: €€€€
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Located on the peaceful south eastern coast of the island, lying on an untouched award-winning beach, "The Palms" is the ultimate getaway retreat providing a stunning recluse for the discerning traveler. It is a sanctuary for those in search of tranquility ... a place to stimulate the senses and to experience the very best of the magical island of Zanzibar. The six private villas are beautifully designed creating an atmosphere of relaxed, understated elegance. ... more   less 

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