Bellevue Zanzibar

This was one of our best vacations ever. All the amenities were just as we had envisioned and hoped. The food was delicious. Both pools were comfortable, peaceful, and relaxing. The beach had just the right mix of walking, exploring, and beach combing. The room was clean. The grounds were beautiful. ||But what really made our 30th Anniversary stay so special were the people. From Aliya on down, it was clear that every staff member was dedicated to ensuring the guests were happy. We felt loved and cared for at every turn. ||Even more, though, is that we were not special. Every guest who was at Bellevue was treated just like we were. The people who run Bellevue seemed more like family to each other than coworkers, and by the end of our 5 days there we felt like family too. ||We look forward to returning to Bellevue in the near future. I'm eager to spend my quiet mornings on the porch swing listening to the waves, the wind, and the birds.

The room and amenities were great. We could even use the sister hotel amenities. The place was very quite and there was a cheeky monkey showing around! The sea is just a minute away and is very calm during the days with a lot of options to relax and eat on the beach. The hotel staff was very nice and helpful and the manager Aliya was just perfect and sweet. If we go back to Zanzibar we will surely be back

We loved our stay here. The genuine warmth we received from the team and their Manager Aliya was exceptional from the moment we checked in and throughout our stay. The food was scrumptious - the chef clearly puts a lot of care into each meal.|Sure, the suites don't have aircon, but the sea breeze was welcome and ample fans are provided which kept us comfortable and this all adds to the authentic feel. The grounds have a lush jungle vibe and we relaxed very quickly. The beach was big, beautiful and quiet which we appreciated.|If you are circling around Bellevue Zanzibar as a place to stay, like we were, and you want authentic personable mellow experience, then this is for you!

Bellevue was the second place on Zanzibar we stayed at and it was just what we needed after a long day driving across and exploring the island on the way! The location is on the hillside above a white beach, within an established garden. The rooms are unique, with handmade furniture and locally sourced accessories, and this adds to the charm. All the staff were extremely helpful and cheerful but what really stood out was the personal service. We really felt like guests and not just nameless faces. Thank you to the whole team for a lovely stay!

I stayed at the very family friendly Bellevue with my son for 10 days. The bungalows are very beautiful and clean. They are simple but equipped very thing you need. As there are no windows the beautiful jungle noises woke us up every morning. Fresh fruits and juices for breakfast and also the other options on the menu for lunch and dinner are delicious. Everyone who works at Bellevue is super friendly and warm. We’ll definitely come back next year!

Wonderful rooms, wonderful staff and service, all set in the most beautiful setting right on the beach with sea views. The food was amazing and all so reasonably priced. Will have to come back and stay again, excited to see their new restaurant in action if I stay again.

The staff at Bellevue Zanzibar truly made my trip unforgettable with their exceptional hospitality. From the moment we arrived, they went above and beyond to ensure that every aspect of our stay was perfect. Their warmth and attentiveness made us feel welcomed and valued throughout our time at the resort. In addition to their outstanding service, the staff at Bellevue Zanzibar also assisted us in organizing a beach wedding, which turned out to be incredibly romantic and memorable.

We visited Zanzibar late October / early November after two weeks of safari on mainland Tanzania. After three days in Stone Town, we expected to come to a nice place which we could use as a base for day trips - which we did (diving, dining, photographing monkeys) but to be honest, we mainly hung out at Bellevue!||||The setting is beautiful and lush: you're basically living in a garden, surrounded by flowers and visited by a troupe of monkeys most mornings. The atmosphere is very relaxed and friendly, and we immediately felt very much at home. Lounging about in the hammock, the swinging bench, on the terrace or playing bao in the restaurant area - there's games, books, a schedule with high/low tide times and of course the beach close by, just go down the stairs and walk about 50 meters along the wall of the house down there (go for early morning swims if the tide is right!)||||We also expected to go out for lunch and dinner regularly (the staff can aid you in any transport and restaurant tips you might need), but the cooks at this place are so good (and the food is so well priced) that we really didn't want to go anywhere else! There's a daily changing menu for lunch and dinner, with fresh food and fruit and a seafood special if you order in advance. ||Every morning we really enjoyed our breakfast (homemade granola!) while our room was being cleaned, the dogs (and monkeys) greeting us. If you leave for an early dive trip, they can prepare some pancakes + banana in advance so you won't have to dive on an empty stomach.||||Nice details: for $1 a day you can refill your bottles as much as you need or want, with cool potable water; there's a tiny giftshop with locally made products; Bellevue and neighboring guesthouses provide guards to walk you back home in the dark along the beach if you've come or gone somewhere else for dinner; there are a lot of books around for you to read, as well as board games; they have a laundry service and provide hammam towels for free use at the pool or beach.||And since there was some weather damage to the jungle room, we got a free upgrade to a lovely garden view room with a veranda (with which we'd been happier anyway since it's further away from the main area and the pool). ||||Lastly the staff: both owner Debby and assistant manager Linford were very friendly and accommodating, and there was always someone present to help you with whatever you wanted to ask. Compliments again to the chefs, and I loved our little chats at the bar. Again, everyone made you feel very welcome and at home!||||It was the perfect place to visit for a week; wish we could've stayed longer - thanks again!