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Accommodation at Bawe Island

Privacy comes as standard at Bawe Island. There are just 70 independent villas spread across the private island, and every one comes with its own swimming pool and dedicated butler service.

Accommodation ranges from spacious Sunrise Villas to spectacular overwater Lagoon Suites, while larger villas provide plenty of room for families and groups travelling together.

Villa Facilities

• Private swimming pool
• Dedicated butler service
• Air conditioning
• Ceiling fan
• Villeroy & Boch bathroom with separate shower
• Dyson Supersonic hairdryer
• Relaxation area
• Minibar and spirits
• Ice machine
• Electronic safe
• Coffee machine by Nespresso
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Frette bed linen and towels
• Etro bathroom amenities

Sunrise Villa

Set on the eastern side of the island, these spacious 200m² villas are positioned for beautiful Indian Ocean sunrises. Features include:

• King-size four-poster bed
• Spacious living area
• Day bed
• East-facing location
• Maximum occupancy: 2 adults

Sunset Suite

Head to the western side of Bawe Island for 240m² of space and a front-row seat for Zanzibar's spectacular sunsets. A particularly appealing choice for couples, with enough flexibility for smaller families too. Features include:

• King-size four-poster bed
• Sun-facing west-coast position
• Large sunken living area
• 2 sofa beds
• Maximum occupancy: 2 adults and 2 children

Zanzibar Villa

Made for guests who want more space and privacy, these impressive 310m² villas have two bedrooms, direct beach access and generous indoor-outdoor living. Features include:

• Direct beach access
• Private garden
• Large open-air living room
• Spacious veranda
• Outdoor dining area
• Corner bar
• Kitchen
• Chef on demand
• Maximum occupancy: 6 adults

Lagoon Suite with Pool

One of Bawe Island's standout choices for couples. These 170m² overwater suites sit above the crystal-clear lagoon on the eastern side of the island, combining uninterrupted ocean surroundings with your own terrace and pool. Features include:

• Overwater location
• Large private terrace
• Private swimming pool
• East-facing position
• Maximum occupancy: 2 adults
• Just 8 Lagoon Suites on the island

Sultan Palace

The ultimate Bawe Island experience. This enormous two-storey residence offers 500m² of private space, making it ideal for larger families or groups looking for something truly exceptional. Features include:

• 2 levels
• 3 bedrooms
• Large living room
• Private kitchen
• Dedicated dressing room
• Large bathroom
• Chef on demand
• Maximum occupancy: 9 adults

Dine-Around Experience

Bawe Island's dining concept centres around variety and choice, with an extensive selection of à la carte dining experiences available around the island.

Rather than spending every evening in the same restaurant, guests can experience different cuisines and settings throughout their stay, from Italian dining and beachfront favourites to live cooking and Teppanyaki.

The resort also hosts special themed dining evenings during the week, celebrating the African, Arabian and international influences that have shaped Zanzibar.

Dining at Bawe Island

Dining is a genuine highlight at Bawe Island, with a dine-around concept designed to give you much more variety than a conventional resort buffet.

Expect à la carte experiences, live cooking, Italian favourites and relaxed beachfront dining, alongside special themed evenings celebrating the different cultures and flavours that have shaped Zanzibar.

Restaurants

The Sand

The island's main restaurant serves breakfast and dinner in a wonderfully relaxed setting where pristine sand replaces the conventional restaurant floor.

Rather than relying on a standard buffet, dishes are freshly prepared across a collection of live cooking stations, making The Sand a great choice when you want plenty of variety.

Sinfonia

Bawe Island's Italian restaurant combines the easy-going feel of a traditional trattoria with a more refined island setting.

Italian classics take centre stage, including a wide selection of pizzas freshly prepared in the wood-fired oven.

The Beach Club

Barefoot beachfront dining with a relaxed atmosphere and an emphasis on high-quality comfort food.

The Beach Club is exclusively for adults between 10am and 6pm, making it an especially appealing spot for couples looking for a quieter daytime lunch by the sea.

Rising Sun

An interactive Japanese dining experience centred around Teppanyaki cooking.

Set beneath Bawe Island's ancient baobab tree, Rising Sun combines freshly prepared food with the theatre of watching the chefs at work, making it one of the island's most distinctive dining experiences.

Bars

The View Bar

Come for the cocktails and stay for the sunset. The View occupies an elevated position overlooking the Indian Ocean, with expertly prepared cocktails and a curated drinks selection accompanied by live music and DJ performances. It's relaxed during the day before taking on a livelier atmosphere after dark.

Hotel Facilities

• Private island setting
• 70 private-pool villas
• Dedicated butler service
• Swimming pool
• Private beach areas
• The Rebirth by Healing Earth spa (£)
• Fully equipped Technogym fitness centre
• Yoga and Pilates
• Tennis court
• Padel court
• Futsal court
• Diving & Watersport Centre (£)
• Kids club
• Children's pool
• Babysitting on request (£)
• Bicycles
• Shops (£)
• Concierge service
• Restaurants and bar
• Special themed dining evenings

Surrounded by the Indian Ocean, Bawe Island gives you the feeling of having escaped to your own tropical hideaway. Villas are spread around the island with ocean-facing positions, while selected accommodation offers direct access to the beach. Sandbanks, clear water and protected marine surroundings make the coastline as much a part of the experience as the resort itself.

Swimming Pools

Every villa at Bawe Island has its own private swimming pool, so a refreshing dip is never more than a few steps away.

There's also a communal resort pool, while younger guests have their own pool within the kids club.

Diving & Water Sports

Diving & Watersport Centre

If you want to do more than admire the Indian Ocean, Bawe Island has its own fully equipped Diving & Watersport Centre.

The island sits within the Changuu–Bawe Marine Conservation Area, with coral reefs and diverse marine life creating excellent conditions for exploring beneath the surface.

Diving is available for different experience levels, with SSI instructors on hand for beginners and more experienced divers.

Water Sports

Activities include:

• Scuba diving
• Jet skiing
• Wakeboarding
• Waterskiing
• Glass canoeing
• Windsurfing
• Kitesurfing
• Catamaran sailing

Activities may be subject to weather conditions, availability and additional charges.

Sports & Recreation

There's plenty to keep active guests occupied away from the water too. Activities include:

• Tennis
• Padel
• Futsal
• Cycling
• Fitness classes

Bicycles are available for exploring the quieter corners of the island.

Family Facilities

Kids Club

Bawe Island may feel wonderfully grown-up, but families are welcome too.

The dedicated kids club is surrounded by greenery and has its own large garden and swimming pool, with a programme of activities designed to keep younger guests entertained.

Family facilities include:

• Kids club
• Children's activities
• Dedicated garden
• Children's swimming pool
• Babysitting on request
• Family-friendly water sports and activities
• Larger family accommodation

Babysitting can also be arranged, giving parents the opportunity to enjoy a romantic dinner or evening together.