Name: LUX Marijani Zanzibar
Address: Pwanimchangani Village, Zanzibar, 12345, TZ

LUX Marijani Zanzibar

Zanzibar · Tanzania

Pwanimchangani VillageView location

50 reviews shown

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jul 2026

Tamanna

An amazing property and kid friendly resort.

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jul 2026

Stephanie

The hotel is even more beautiful in person. The rooms are lovely, they have a choice of pillows (!!!) nice toiletries, all vegan! There are many other amenities in the room too. Even a TV that you can cast to from your device & nets on the windows/doors so you can enjoy the air without being inundated with insects! They have mosquito nets on a rail around the bed so you don't have to tuck it all in. (IYKYK). They fumigate regularly. The gardens are lovely, beautiful flowers/trees/plants, a little endemic forest and herb garden! The beach is gorgeous, it is private up to a point but there are beach boys and people selling stuff on the beach - they're not intrusive. There aren't many sea urchins. The reef walk provided by the hotel is excellent. The pool is very nice, they have yoga/water aerobics/village tour each day and other games if you want. The food is great, large variety at dinner, different themes most nights, kids sections and cups/plates. Great desserts! Fussy eaters will be fine. There is evening entertainment which is a bit hit and miss (singing) but generally good like silent cinema and local culture displays. The BEST part of the hotel is the staff. They can't do enough for you, they're so lovely, engaging, not intrusive, just love all of them. I can't say enough good things about them honestly <3 Abdul, Musa, X2, Isaac, Lucy, Lucia, Furahi, Salome, Abubakar, not enough word count to thank everyone! Can't wait to come back. Thank you for a memorable stay xxx

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2026

Sally

From the moment we arrived, Lux Marijani delivered a truly five-star experience that we simply cannot fault. This has been one of the best holidays we’ve ever had, and it’s all thanks to the incredible team who make every guest feel genuinely valued.

The welcome starts at reception, where the team take the time to get to know you. They remembered our names throughout our stay, which added such a personal touch and made us feel genuinely at home from day one.

Our room was beautiful, especially with its sea view and bathtub, making it the perfect place to relax after each day. The housekeeping team work incredibly hard and consistently go above and beyond to ensure every detail is perfect.

A special thank you to David at the bar, whose service was exceptional throughout our stay. He was always happy to create cocktails tailored to our personal tastes, and his banana smoothies are simply the best!

A special mention also goes to Mrisha, who regularly looked after us on the beach, taking and delivering our drinks with a smile. It was another example of the attentive service that makes this resort so special.

Martin and Issac in the restaurant were wonderful hosts—kind, engaging and incredibly knowledgeable. Every meal was a pleasure, and although we’ve mentioned them by name, every member of the restaurant team was first class. In fact, every member of staff across the resort deserves recognition. There are simply too many to mention individually, but it’s clear they genuinel

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jun 2026

Turhan

The best boutique hotel in Zinzibar. The property was super clean and looked after. Amazing beach and super friendly staff. We had wonderful family holiday.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

30 May 2026

Brionne

We loved this resort!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 May 2026

david

Lovely hotel. Not to larger. Good food options. Easy access to beach and walkable to beach massage.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 May 2026

Akinwale

Clean and great

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

23 Mar 2026

Mansukhlal

SPA WAS VERY RELAXING, BAR HAD A WIDE VARIETY OF DRINKS AND EXCELLENT SERVICE FROM ALL THE STAFF.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jan 2026

Michelle

Staff were great. Very helpful.
Room was spacious. Building lovely.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

06 Jan 2026

Jas

My husband and I booked the Lux Marijani for our honeymoon. We did one week safari in Tanzania and then flew to Zanzibar to stay at the Lux. On arrival the staff were extremely welcoming and instantly made us feel at home.

The Lux has amazing staff who get to know you and really make you feel welcome. The food and drinks selection was fantastic and all our tastes were catered for. The hotels facilities were overall ok and we spent a lot of the week at the pool and time in the evening on the beach. The nightly entertainment was always fun and worth watching.

The only downsides to mention would be the fact that our room was situated on the ground floor and we had no view as we were surrounded by plants. On the first day, our room flooded and though this was inconvenient, the team were quick to rectify and very apologetic.

The gym was quite small and not well air conditioned. There were limited sunbeds around the pool and this sometimes was quite frustrating.

Overall, we enjoyed our stay and would go back.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Dec 2025

LaKesha

I can only rave about the service I received at this property. Everyone is so kind and so observant and so attentive to every single need. They go above and beyond. When I left this morning, they had a gift for me. I had to leave for my plane at 2 AM. They arranged for transportation pack me a breakfast coffee and gave me two gifts with a smile. I almost hated to leave. It was like I was going to be missed by my new family. The beach is absolutely beautiful. There is plenty of space. The villas are nice and big. The property is in pristine condition. I have no complaints. They remember my birthday also saying to me brought me a cake made up the bed with decorations twice excellent excellent excellent! Highly recommend

Business_and_leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

20 Oct 2025

Maddison

Stunning hotel, very reasonable price. We ended up opting for half board and this worked out well for us. There was always plenty of options on the buffet which were good, we did not find that the ala carte options were very tasty at all.
The staff were all so kind and helpful.
The private beach was lovely, though unfortunately you still get harassed by beach boys who are generally nice but annoying.
The room was always clean, the staff smiling. The pool is beautiful and I love the extra inclusions as well as the little gifts!
Godlisten and Rachel were especially wonderful.
We would absolutely recommend.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Oct 2025

Sam

Highly recommend!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Sep 2025

Mrs Pratibha Patel Mr Ajitkumar

Stunning private beach

Don't leave cash around, We left cash by the bedside table they came to turn the bed at night whilst we went for dinner and the cash was gone.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Sep 2025

Jamie

Incredible scenery, incredible staff & incredible food. Had an unbelievable honeymoon here.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Aug 2025

Jack Andrew

Great place!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Aug 2025

Luke

Fantastic place to stay

Fantastic hotel with amazing rooms. The staff are fantastic and extremely polite. The hotel puts on activities which are great for children and adults each day. Definitely recommended.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2025

Andre

Amazing hotel and staff! My every need was met and there was always a staff member close by who was willing to help. We arrived early and our rooms were not ready, they took our bags from us and allowed us to get ready in the change rooms. We went to our excursion and came back to find our luggage in our rooms! They even offered late check out for us!

Ahmed is the best bartender ever! Made the best drinks and always had a smile on his face! Too many amazing staff to call out. I will miss Lux Marijani and the memories I had made over that week!

The only down side I would say is the location is a bit far from stone town and other excursions around Zanzibar. However, the remote location makes for relaxation, quiet and great beaches! Expect a minimum of 1.5 hours each way to commute into the city areas like Stone Town. Other than that, for what you get in quality and celebrity treatment, the distance is the minimum of your worries! The staff literally cater to your every need!

One other story, I came back from an excursion and needed dental floss. A staff member was prepared to call a pharmacy to get someone to deliver it to my room. I declined because it wasn’t necessary but just goes to demonstrate how serious they take guest satisfaction! Loved this place and will miss it tremendously.

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

02 Jul 2025

My husband and I didn’t spend a lot of time on the property as we got married on the beach at a nearby hotel….but they decorated the room and had flowers for us at reception when we returned from our wedding. The staff is super friendly, grounds are clean and customer service is great.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jun 2025

David

Very stylishly designed hotel. Beautiful decor & tropical gardens leading to a picture perfect white sandy beach. Gorgeous large comfortable rooms. The perfect place to chill after our safari’s & stay in Stone Town.

Thank you to the chef for fantastic food, especially the curries.

All the staff were so lovely and the service was great.

We also enjoyed the low tide sea safari with one of the staff.

We highly recommend this as a beautiful chilled place to stay.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jun 2025

Patience

We had a wonderful 3-night stay at LUX at the end of May — the place is absolutely beautiful! From the moment we arrived until the moment we left, the staff made our experience truly special.

A big shoutout to Kennedy at the front desk — his hospitality was out of this world! So pleasant and polite, he took the time to show us around and made us feel at home right away. Huge thanks to Abdul at the cashier desk for the amazing upgrade to the Executive Beach Front Room #9 — what a treat! And Ali at Café LUX, thank you for your help — such a well-mannered young man.

We will definitely be coming back again!

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

30 May 2025

Christopher

4 day after Safari break

Hotel is nice. You do get hassled on the beach. The different food and drinks packages are confusing so do your maths on regular intake. Hotel is expensive but so are all hotels in Zanzibar.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

24 May 2025

kenna

This is it!

Excellent, Excellent, Excellent! Do not hesitate to stay here. It's like coming home. Everyone is welcoming and super friendly. Above average in all areas! I will definitely return.... I didn't want to leave!

Business

10/10

Exceptional

24 May 2025

Verified traveler

Hotel was amazing. All staff were super friendly. Special shoutout to Barack!
The hotel is definitely super-seeded the pictures on their website

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2025

Rockson

The best place to be in Zanzibar

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

07 Apr 2025

Diane

Other than the beds we found to be too hard even though we asked for the soft one, the rest of our stay was amazing the different dinning themes, the pool, the ocean being right there. But the highlight was the staff they are so friendly and absolutely give you the best service.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Mar 2025

Luz Vanessa

Brilliant experience- friendly staff and very clean! Highly recommend!

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

25 Mar 2025

Diane

It was very quiet and the staff was very friendly. The pool is the jewel of this property.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Mar 2025

Very nice beach
Very expensive in terms of value for money

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Feb 2025

Sam

We had an excellent experience.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jan 2025

Caron

Fabulous service

Extremely friendly and helpful in all aspects!
Grounds, rooms and public areas well decorated. Beach wonderful & not crowded.
This is a boutique hotel of 85 rooms so staff gets to know the guests & their individual likes and needs.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 Dec 2024

Lando

From the moment we stepped into Lux* Hotel Zanzibar, we knew we were in for an extraordinary experience. The hotel itself is breathtaking, but what truly sets it apart is the staff—easily the friendliest I’ve ever encountered in my life.

A heartfelt thank you to Pina, who welcomed us with such warmth and grace. Her attention to detail and personal touches made our stay feel incredibly special. Pina’s genuine care and energy elevated our entire experience, and it’s safe to say she’s the heart of the hospitality at Lux*.

Another standout was Fadna at the Lux* Café. Her Zanzibar Iced Coffee is a must-try—absolutely divine and the perfect reflection of the local flavors. Fadna’s passion for her craft shines through in every sip and interaction, making each visit to the café a delightful experience.

Lux* Hotel Zanzibar provided not just a place to stay but a collection of unforgettable memories. The incredible staff, especially Pina and Fadna, turned our vacation into something truly magical. This was, without a doubt, the most memorable hotel visit of my life, and I can’t recommend Lux* Zanzibar enough. If you’re lucky enough to stay here, be sure to seek out Pina and Fadna—they will make your visit unforgettable!

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

08 Dec 2024

ANA MARIA

Beautiful hotel but very very hot …

It is a beautiful hotel!!! So nice place !!! Unfortunately there is not air acondition is any place , at room air condition did not work properly and they did I not do anything about it … our room says for 3 people but unfortunately space did not permit it so we had to take another room . For price it is not good but I have to say it is a very beatific place .

Another annoying thing it is that you can not go to water at the beach, as the Masai do not allow you without charge you 150 usd to go with your to water …. It is imposible to go out of hotel boundary … they put in front animals to say that it is unsafe to walk in there ..::

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

05 Dec 2024

Shingai

We have loved our time at this property, and will definitely be back!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Nov 2024

Kimberly

Had ana amazing time at the Lux. Staff was so welcoming. Will definitely recommend to other travelers.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Sep 2024

Anquel

Great stay

10/10

Exceptional

04 Sep 2024

Amy

Gorgeous property! Absolutely spectacular! Cuisine is varied and excellent in every way! I had the Swahili breakfast, the thai curry and the cacio e Pepe and all were fantastic. Michellin star worth experience.
Highly recommend

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jul 2024

Biraj

It was one of the nicer resorts we have stayed in and must mention - Ally the Manager and Chef Dinesh , they were the best thing in the resort . Very helpful and accommodative.

Overall a fantastic resort for families with the beach touching it .

Very very hayto have picked this one , highly recommend....

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jul 2024

Bridget

The staff are amazing, beds comfortable, great breakfast and meal options. Ww had a great vacation.

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

05 Jul 2024

Erica

Very nice resort and super friendly staff. Giving 4 stars because I feel the outside area in Grand Lux suite could have been upkept better also some bath towels had stains on them. Other than that my stay here was lovely would return again. The food was great too

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jun 2024

martin Misi

I celebrated my honeymoon on June 8th at Lux and was thoroughly impressed with the experience. In fact, I plan to return next year at the same time. I hope to see Grace, who works at the reception. She truly deserves to be a manager. Lux, I am coming back and would love to stay in the same room, number 65. Thank you for making my honeymoon a magical experience for my wife and me.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jun 2024

Charlesworth

The workers there were well mannered and hardworking. I noticed that the first day I was there. They make sure your arrival is very welcoming and will go out of their way to make everything as comfortable for you. And of course the property there is beautiful. Everything is cut to perfection, cleaness, and beauty. I loved every minute I spent at Lux Marijani Hotel.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jun 2024

Priya

Would give this hotel a lot more stars if I could! We had an amazing time from the moment we checked in l, to when our stay came to an end. The hotel is elegantly designed and perfectly maintained. Our bedrooms were large, clean and had a good layout with the most comfortable bed and pillows I could imagine. The staff were very friendly and approachable throughtout - always asking how we were, if we needed anything and wanted us to enjoy our stay. Special mentions go to Christopher, Glory and Norah at reception/housekeeping and Ursulina our waitress and Dinesh the Head Chef who made sure we were well looked after. The beach, pool and spa are all clean and again well maintained. This hotel is smaller than some of the others in the area and I think that adds to its charm plus staff go out of their way to ensure guests comfort. I would highly recommend!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jun 2024

Marc

5 star

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jun 2024

Olga

It's been a week since my vacation, and I'm still in awe of how perfect my stay at the hotel was. The hotel excels in every aspect, from the friendly and attentive staff who anticipate your every need to the delicious food and fantastic activities on offer. The rooms are very spacious and clean. In the evening, the housekeeping staff even prepare the beds for sleeping and replace the towels again. There are wonderful entertainment programs in the evening, such as open-air cinema. The hotel has a family-like atmosphere, with the staff checking in on your well-being daily and engaging in relaxed conversations. I would recommend this hotel to anyone and hope to return soon.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

31 Mar 2024

Annie

Everything about the place was fantastic!Food is great,staff super friendly.Their pool is amazing..overall a great experience-wouldn’t change a thing!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

24 Mar 2024

HALIMA JUMA HABIB

Amazing location ,overall humble staff ready to go extra mile for their guests,happy with good morality staffs. Good ambiance, comfortable rooms, good food ! Overall a good hotel.Highly recommended

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jul 2023

Ruth

what a great place

Wonderful resort with personalized service, gorgeous pool and equally fantastic beach. Staff is pleasant and always willing to go the extra mile. Half board meant breakfast and dinner were included. Food was varied and good. Would definitely recommend and stay here again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Feb 2022

Jean François

Tout n’y est que luxe calme et volupté!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jul 2026

Melanie

Lovely hotel, super friendly and helpful staff, food excellent! For me a comfortable bed is always key to a great stay and the beds at the Lux Marijani were superb. The beach is very nice and well kept, pool is great for swimming (30m! Length) and also great for playing around. I recommend this hotel highly!

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