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Bellevue Zanzibar

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.1
Rated superb

Situated just 50 metres from the beach, Bellevue Zanzibar in Bwejuu offers dolphin, crab-catching and Stone Town tours. Kite surfing, snorkeling and scuba diving opportunities are also available. The rooms are colourfully decorated and include Zanzibari-style furniture. All rooms come with a private balcony or terrace and en suite bathroom with shower. The a la carte restaurant serves a daily selection of fresh dishes. At Bellevue Zanzibar a range of board games and books are also available for guests to use. The guesthouse is just 2 km from Bwejuu village and a 1-hour drive from Stone Town, the old town centre of Zanzibar.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast info

Continental, Halal, Gluten-free

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Christoph
Germany Germany
“Bwejuu has just one of the nicest beaches on the island and this hotel benefits from it. Management does a great job running the place and you feel very welcomed. I was looking for a hotel that to some extend would match my unbeatable stays at...”
Mikael
Denmark Denmark
“Nice,warm hearted, helpful and friendly staff. The location close to the beach. Clean. Charming hotel. Good breakfast and delious restaurant nearby..”
Marcel
Belgium Belgium
“Very good location next to the beach, good restaurant at the neighbouring hotel(s), nice staff. Hotel manager Aliyah was awesome, very helpful and a good laugh. We enjoyed our stay so much!”
Thomas
Kosovo Kosovo
“If you are looking for a perfect value-for-money option (not in the high-end segment), Bellevue would be your choice. It is a small guesthouse with only about 6 bungalows in a wonderful small tropical garden. You have access to the beach through...”
Kevin
Germany Germany
“We stayed 3 Days at Bellevue Zanzibar and I can confidently say it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. From the moment we arrived, the staff was warm, welcoming, and incredibly professional. They truly went above and beyond to make...”
Andras
Hungary Hungary
“The whole staff was very friendly and helpful, they were flexible with the check-in and out hours, prepared breakfast ahead when we went out on activities early in the next day. The breakfasts were delicious (though a bit repetitive after a while)...”
Lynne
Canada Canada
“Friendly service, sweet accommodation , delicious food, beautiful pool and beach! I loved everything about this place!”
Valerie
Canada Canada
“Aliya Is a fantastic host! She is kind, enthusiastic, and so helpful. All the staff were great,and attentive to your needs. The breakfast is amazing, and the staff there were excellent and the meals delicious. We were in a traditional rustic...”
Boris
France France
“Amazing place! Bellevue is a little paradise hidden from the world! Paje remains accessible if you want to visit some more crowded places, but here you experience the real calm! Aliya, the manager, is the nicest person ever and you see directly...”
Valentina
Italy Italy
“This it was our first vacation together as a couple, our very first experience in Zanzibar, actually in Africa. We have considered Bellevue as our home far away from our country, Italy, and we have enjoyed every moment surrounded by amazing people...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.7Based on 116 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

After traveling around the world seeing many places, we have settled in Bellevue. A great adventure to live on this magical Island. During your stay we will try to give you the best Zanzibar experience possible.

Property information

Bellevue Guesthouse is set in a beautifully forested area on a cliff overlooking the ocean and offers a unique, warm, personal and cosy place where you can relax and unwind. We offer a rustic, authentic experience for the intrepid traveller. With our dedicated and friendly staff, access to the beautiful sandy beach just a few metres away, and via our sister property - Kijani Beach Villas' restaurant, you're guaranteed an experience like no other. We look forward to sharing our slice of paradise with you and helping you create memories of a lifetime!

Neighbourhood information

Activities such as Kitesurfing Snorkelling Dhow trips Diving Exploring on bicycles Sunset cruises Standup Paddle Boarding Maalum Caves Jozani Forest to see the colobus monkeys Spice Farms The historic Stone Town filled with culture, heritage and architecture Seafood restaurants The Seaweed Centre

Languages spoken

English,Dutch

Property surroundings

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Exceptional breakfast included with all options.
  • Served daily
    08:00 to 10:00
  • Food
    Bread • Pancakes • Butter • Eggs • Yogurt • Fruit • Jam
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    African • French • Indian • Italian • Middle Eastern • Seafood • Sushi • Local • Asian • International • European
  • Service
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Romantic
More food and drink
More food and drink
Meals • Restaurants • Facilities

House rules

Bellevue Zanzibar takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$30 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 7 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests aged between 18 and 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroCash
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 09:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are advised to pay in cash.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Bellevue Zanzibar in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 09:00:00.

A damage deposit of US$30 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.