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Canary Kendwa Beach Resort

Property class: 4
4-star beachfront hotel near Nungwi Beach

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A thatched-roof outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a small pool.
A swimming pool with clear blue water, a large fish sculpture, and palm trees in the background.
A beach resort with a white sandy beach, clear turquoise water, and numerous boats.
A resort with a central garden, beachfront, and thatched-roof buildings.
A beachside resort with thatched-roof cabanas, palm trees, and a clear view of the ocean.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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kendwa, Kendwa, Unguja North Region
  • Place, Kendwa Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Nungwi Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, wardrobe, and a television displaying the Netflix logo.

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room

Junior Suite, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 69 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a desk with a chair.

Superior Double Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a mirror, a TV, and a large window.

Junior Suite, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a mirror, a television, and a wardrobe.

Deluxe Double Room, Pool View

  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Kendwa

On the beach.You'll find Kendwa Beach and Nungwi Beach within 3 miles (5 km) of this Kendwa hotel. Simba Padel and Zanzibar Horse Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Kendwa Beach - 5 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Nungwi Beach - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium - 8 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Muyuni Beach - 38 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 51 min drive - 31.6 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tam Tam Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Kendwa Rocks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪M&J Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Promenade Main Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Che Bar Zanzibar - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Canary Kendwa Beach Resort

4-star beachfront hotel near Nungwi Beach
Enjoy the umbrellas and sun loungers for a relaxing day at the beach. At Canary Kendwa Beach Resort, pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities like an outdoor pool.

Free breakfast is served daily. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This beach hotel also offers a garden and a terrace. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Kendwa hotel.

  • 92 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Canary Kendwa Beach Resort offers 92 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations have separate dining areas and include desks and dining tables. 54-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers, slippers, bidets, and hair dryers. This Kendwa hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

SpaHub has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and sports massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Null
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 54-inch smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Paper towels
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests are recommended to download the property's Cloudbeds mobile app before check-in
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to check-out, or pay an additional cleaning fee at check-out
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 5.00 per person, per night
  • Airport shuttle transfer per adult: USD 45 (one-way)

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

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Canary Kendwa Beach Resort to the airport?

Canary Kendwa Beach Resort is 39.8 mi (93-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Canary Kendwa Beach Resort?

As of Nov 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Canary Kendwa Beach Resort on Nov 4, 2026 start from CA $385, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Canary Kendwa Beach Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Canary Kendwa Beach Resort.

How close is Canary Kendwa Beach Resort to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Canary Kendwa Beach Resort offer free breakfast?

Canary Kendwa Beach Resort offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Canary Kendwa Beach Resort?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Canary Kendwa Beach Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Canary Kendwa Beach Resort?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Canary Kendwa Beach Resort have a pool?

Canary Kendwa Beach Resort features an outdoor pool.

Does Canary Kendwa Beach Resort have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Canary Kendwa Beach Resort have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at SpaHub, where you can enjoy deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and facials.

How close is Canary Kendwa Beach Resort to downtown Kendwa?

Canary Kendwa Beach Resort is 0.1 mi away from Kendwa.

Canary Kendwa Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 6 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic resort with everything you need. Food is delicious, staff amazing. Really good value stay. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at Canary Kendwa Beach Resort was one of the most beautiful vacations I’ve ever had. Everything exceeded our expectations from the moment we arrived. The resort is perfectly located on the stunning Kendwa Beach, with crystal-clear turquoise water, soft white sand, and breathtaking sunsets every evening. Swimming in the warm ocean was an unforgettable experience. Our room was spacious, spotless, comfortable, and beautifully maintained. The bathroom was modern, and housekeeping kept everything perfectly clean throughout our stay. The staff were exceptional—friendly, professional, and always ready to help with a smile. No request was too much, and they made us feel welcome every day. The food was delicious with plenty of variety, and the beachfront bar served amazing cocktails at great prices. Enjoying drinks while watching the sunset was one of our favorite moments. We also loved the daily activities and evening entertainment. Playing table tennis and watching the international shows made every night fun and memorable. The reception team was always available and very helpful whenever we needed assistance. Canary Kendwa Beach Resort offers the perfect combination of relaxation, beautiful scenery, excellent service, delicious food, and a wonderful atmosphere. We created unforgettable memories here and can’t wait to return. We highly recommend this resort to anyone visiting Zanzibar—it truly deserves 5 stars!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Honestly, it’s in an amazing location I can’t fault it. But if you want to have an amazing experience and welcoming to Zanzibar don’t stay here there are many more other places to stay that will give you that magical experience for the same price. The food isn’t so bad tbh but the didn’t have much of the menu eg something so simple like fruits. The staff are not welcoming at all 7am you’ll hear them make noise right outside your room , we stayed here for New Year’s Eve and day. The fact that every room is full booked but yet no on stays on site says a lot , they don’t give you any sense of welcoming when checking in , help with bags or anything I felt for some family’s with children that needed help luckily we only had one child. They literally didn’t have no new years spirit next door villas had so much going on you’d feel jealous in wishing you booked with them. Don’t waste your time unless you don’t care about the hospitality and just location and somewhere to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025