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Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa

5.0 star property
5-star beachfront hotel with spa

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Private beach, white sand, free beach cabanas, sun loungers
Luxury Villa, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Overwater
Luxury Villa, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Overwater | Living area
Luxury Villa, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Overwater | Private spa tub
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Michamvi, Michamvi, Unguja South Region, 72211
  • Place, Michamvi Kae Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mnemba Island
  • Place, Pingwe Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪80 min drive‬

Room options

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Balcony

Superior Villa, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 135 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 135 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Family Villa, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 135 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Bungalows Beach Pavilion | View from room

Superior Bungalows Beach Pavilion

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Balcony

Superior Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

  • 160 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Villa, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

Deluxe Villa, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 135 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Villa, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Overwater

Luxury Villa, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Overwater

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Michamvi

Beachfront retreat .Within the region of this Michamvi hotel, you'll find Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park and House of Wonders. Mnemba Island is also in the region.

What's nearby

  • Michamvi Kae Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pingwe Beach - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Paje Beach - 23 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Jambiani Beach - 25 min drive - 24.1 km
  • Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park - 37 min drive - 38.1 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • Zanzi Bar
  • kae funk sunset beach bar
  • ‪Bali Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kae Beach Restoraunt - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kichanga Lodge Beach Bar - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa

5-star beachfront hotel with spa
Some rates at Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Step outside to unwind on the white sand beach. Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan in the sun loungers (chaise longues) or kick back in the shade with complimentary cabanas and free beach club on site. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa like an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles.

Free breakfast is served daily. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This luxury hotel also offers a garden and a terrace. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Michamvi hotel.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2009
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Cabanas on the beach (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. This Michamvi hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. The spa is equipped with a hot tub. The spa is open select days. There are hot springs/mineral springs on site.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Free beach club
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Stereo
  • Table tennis

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • HDTV

Bedroom

  • Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 50
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 25 (from 4 to 12 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 75 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Eurocard, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, and M-Pesa. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • For stays on 25 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner.
  • For stays on 24 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner.
  • For stays on January 1, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Kono Kono
Kono Kono Beach
Kono Kono Beach Michamvi
Kono Kono Beach Resort
Kono Kono Beach Resort Michamvi
Kono Kono Beach Resort Michamvi, Zanzibar
Kono Kono Beach Villas Hotel Michamvi
Konokono Beach Resort
Konokono Isaraya Over Water
Konokono Beach Resort Isaraya Over Water Villa
Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa Hotel
Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa Michamvi

Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 302 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 302 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 302 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 302 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 302 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jordan

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hakeem Henry

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They stole from us, wasn’t safe and it smells badly.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This resort is the closest I've been to a natural paradise. My stay was incredible in every possible way. The Isaraya overwater bungalows are beautifully decorated and you feel like you're living in your own personal paradise looking out onto the ocean, your private pool, and the fishermen who pass by. The food was amazing with lots of different choices of local dishes including fresh fish and fruits daily. The best part of all was the staff. They were so helpful, especially when you try to speak a few words in swahili, and will do all they can to serve you, even dinner on the beach, on request. Beatrice, the hospitality manager, was absolutely incredible and the kindness of the whole team will make your trip exceptional. It is very quiet there, day and night, which is what I was seeking, but no night life except a couple of evenings where there was music, so if you're wanting fun, I'd go elsewhere or you'll need to book a taxi every day. It is about 90 minutes from Stone Town or the spice farm, so most visits will be a full day trip due to the roads. Some people complain about the Maasai, but they guard the property. They made me feel safe, and they are lovely to chat to. Of course they'll try to sell you something, but just be polite, laugh with them, and negotiate, you'll be so glad you did because it'll add to your memories. I personally had an unforgettable stay and I can't wait to go back.
The view from the restaurant
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at Isayara luxury over water villa and konokono beach resort garden villa. The staff is very kind and available whenever you need them. We felt very welcomed and care for. The place is juste amazing and calm. We stayed in a garden villa for 3 nights and in an overwater villa for another 3 nights due to availability of the overwater villa when we booked. We loved both villas. The garden villa was so spacious and clean. The pool in the garden was very nice. We really enjoyed the daily visit of the monkey’s there. But of course the highlight of our stay was the overwater villa. WOW. The view everywhere in the villa. We spent most our day in our own little pool or the ocean on high tides. It was just a perfect relaxing moment. Room service was so efficient, we just had to call in to get some drink delivered. We really loved our stay at this property. It’s a fair drive from main attractions, but we didn't mind it as we booked our tours with hotel pickups. The hotel is worth the drive.
Sunset overwater villa
View from the bath
Relaxing day
Sunset at the overwater villa
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dimitra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Jambo… It was following a safari trip and we stayed a week to unwind and relax!!! The place, specifically the beach, was like paradise… Catered to couples and newlyweds… But even though I was there with a friend, I would definitely go back for some R&R!!! However, the service was slow, the waiters didn’t speak that well English, we didn’t have hot water the last 3 nights of our trip… And even though they sent maintenance every day, the problem never got resolved… And the bathroom leaked as well but luckily we had 2 in our apartment and we were able to use the other one!!! The food was delicious and the drinks too!!! Even though we encountered these issues, we’d go back in a heartbeat!!! Asante sana…
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ese Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good environment
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely beach, pool and view from restaurant. Spacious villas but a shame there’s no TV. Staff are attentive and accommodating. Enjoyed our stay immensely.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

NASHIR

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Absolutely WONDERFUL! The perfect honeymoon spot

My husband and I split our time in Zanzibar between two places. Our first stay was a the KonoKono resort and in the over water villas. It was absolutely fabulous and honestly the nicest hotel room/villa we have ever experienced. We felt totally spoilt by the hotel and well looked after for our stay. The food was delicious! I have a severe allergy to garlic and gluten and they catered to my needs so I didn’t feel like I was missing out. The room was stunning with a gorgeous view from the balcony. The cleanliness was impeccable. The bed was huge and so comfortable too and we slept very well during our stay. The floating breakfast was so decadent and really fun. We also loved the Tanzanian food night - fish masala curry was to die for! The resort is also extremely close to The Rock Restaurant which is an incredible experience. Charles was absolutely fantastic. He is a real credit to the team at the hotel. Jackson and Rosemary took great care of us during our stay too. Thank you so much! Points to consider… The road on the way up to the hotel was extremely bumpy but it would not deter us from returning. It’s just not ideal if you are planning to do lots of trips in and out. Personally, if you are staying in the water villas I think I better system should be in place for transporting bags (like a buggy or something similar) the walk was lovely but quite long if you are carrying things.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirleen

We lived absolutely every
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Simon

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very disappointed with the food options. So much so that we had to leave two days early as we were not eating. Very disappointed that the hotel later refused to refund either of the two nights that we had paid for but did not stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Devin Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Only downside was the road to get there and it being so far from most things
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samrat

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing stay at Isaraya! Not enough words to describe the resort. The over water villa was magical, it was very spacious and had its own pool! The beach was immaculate with white sand and crystal clear water. There were sun loungers for us to use and a beach bar near the pool that delivered food and drinks. Both the restaurants had amazing food and the dinner buffet at Konokono restaurant was delicious. They also had local entertainment which was great. The staff were so friendly and went the extra mile to make our stay memorable. Room service was very efficient as well. Overall we will never forget our stay here and hope to come back some day!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

natasha

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jurijs, Worthing

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the perfect place for a holiday! The hotel is located in the best possible spot, with easy access to everything you need, yet surrounded by peace and nature — absolute harmony. The beach is simply stunning — the cleanest and most beautiful we’ve seen, with incredibly fine, soft sand like powder. A true paradise! We stayed in a villa with a private pool, and it was absolutely amazing! We especially recommend the overwater villas — it’s not just a stay, it’s a true experience. Housekeeping was done twice a day, everything was always spotless and perfectly maintained. The staff were exceptionally attentive — kind, welcoming, always ready to help. You can truly feel their genuine care and dedication to top-level service. The cuisine was outstanding — breakfasts and five-course dinners felt like dining at a Michelin-star restaurant. Delicious, refined, and beautifully presented. Evenings featured live music and shows, creating a wonderful, festive atmosphere. If you’re interested in local excursions, they’ll organise everything quickly and at great prices, including smooth, reliable transfers. And a special mention goes to their attention to detail: on our way to the airport, the staff called the taxi driver to make sure he wouldn’t make any stops and would get us there on time. I’ve never experienced such care and consideration — absolutely top-tier service! Highly recommended!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel, Brentwood

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tasara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort is just a paradise on earth! Absolutely loved our stay. The staff were ever very helpful and friendly. Shout out to Glory & reception team for always arranging our moving, Mary, Jackson in the restaurant for always being helpful. Aman helpful with excursions. Stayed in the beach pavilion, the 2 bed sea view villa and the over water villa to get the experience. Each and every one of them was amazing although my favourite is the over water villa! They were cleaned on a daily basis and it’s the first hotel I have had no issues with dust! Thank you guys. The only issue was the Masai men hiding to sell their stuff. It was a bit annoying. See you again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bhavesh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kono Kono is an Independent Resort, so you really feel the sense and warmth of the staff who go over and beyond to make your holiday the best it can be. Absolutely loved Zanzibar and will hope to visit Kono, Konko again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean, West Palm Beach

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely gorgeous over water villa. Staff were amazing and so great. We enjoyed every moment. It was such a peaceful and quiet location and just what we needed. Five stars!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Paradise and Perfection

Paradise! Staff were attentive and kind. Food was amazing. A lot of care is taken to keep the resort safe and maintained. Highly recommend spa. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zak

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I throughly enjoyed my stay at the Kokono resort. The service was exceptional by staff. The resort if very quaint, peaceful yet full of its own little luxuries such as the beach, the view and the exceptional staff. The food was diverse each night and delicious. This was a birthday trip for me in which the staff made me feel celebrated by decorating my room and making me a cake! It was so sweet and pleasantly delightful. Just note that they are located in the village which means the roads are not greatly intact which makes traveling into and out of the village very bumpy and there is no gym which forces true relaxation but they do provide some aquatic activities. I recommend this as 9/10 and plan on returning on my next trip to Zanzibar!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

This is a Zanzibar must

Incredible stay in one of the water villas. The service was exceptional from check in to check out, food was delicious and the views gorgeous. Would 100% recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Artemus

Where do I start? This place isn't just a paradise.From the moment you enter the gate guarded by maasai
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025