Samawa Living

My husband and I travel a lot. We’ve stayed in all kinds of hotels, from hostels, all the way up to 6*. And Boy were we seduced by this concept! Exceptional service from the moment we stepped in. I loved the vibe in the lobby from the moment we checked-in and I knew our stay was going to be great! Every staff member was proactive and always ready to help. Communication with the front-desk is possible via WhatsApp, and all requests were answered in less than 5 min. The hotel’s location is good. Not on the busy beach of Paje, but the shuttle service was great, we never had to wait, and the hotel provides beach towels. After a 5 min ride, you’re on a pristine beach. We walked back from the beach once to get our steps in, it’s a 10min easy walk. Our room (big studio) was a spacious and elegant sanctuary with top-notch amenities, including a luxurious king-size bed, an outdoor shower, separated toilets, double sinks, plenty of storage space and a private balcony. Sandals, bathrobe, yoga equipment, you name it! AC/fan worked great. Unfortunately, there was some construction behind the hotel, so the view was not ideal, but there was no noise at all. Breakfast was delicious! Healthy, yet very filling options on the menu. Trying the beef bacon is a must (well… everything really. Just try it all). The pool area and rooftop were nice to hang out. Lots of restaurants, bars, stores within walking distance. Both on the beach, and in town. Bento food court is about 10min away by foot. What a pleasant stay! Small hotel, real “boutique” vibe, dedicated staff. We couldn’t have asked for more! Perfect blend of comfort and luxury. Don’t even think twice, book Samawa!

Location: Brand new boutique hotel very well located 3 min walk to the beach. And if u cross the road from other side u have one of the main tourist attractions caves. Cleaniness: Everything was tidy clean and cozy. the room, pool, tables, chairs, lavatories… I’m very meticulous about cleaning and I can tell you SAMAWA living is emasculatory clean. Comfort: very comfortable beds (which is rare to find in the island) strong air conditioning ( trust me u need it ).very calm and noise free ( u can have good night sleep and recharge your energy for next day activities) Amenities: Very good WiFi, big Pool , nice Gym with high quality equipment Staff and Service: I would like to take this opportunity and thank every single one of the team for their hospitality , dedication and attentiveness. They made our stay memorable . You guys were awesome. Food&Beverages: if it’s ur first time to Zanzibar you should know that food is challenging and u can’t find good food everywhere but I can assure you the food is this place is AMAZINGGGGG. I’ll be back soon 🥰😘

Stayed at two hotels and Samawa though it lacked the beach view which I was aware of, it was still my favourite. Staff were so friendly having conversations that show they do pay attention, hotel and rooms were beautiful, inclusive breakfasts were nice, they had a golf cart inclusive to take you to the beach and back. The area has a lot around it and is very close to bento food court. Cleanliness was amazing and even bug free which I was worried about since they have a lovely outdoor shower. And they were stocked with every random thing you would need. Special shoutout to the all the reception staff and Edsoni for being so attentive. Loved it!

Simply put, the easiest 10/10 rating. Can’t recommend this place enough! We spent two weeks at Samawa Living for our honeymoon, and it was absolutely amazing. I have been to hotels all over the world, but Samawa is my favorite hotel experience! Everything was just perfect. Hotel rooms were large, super nice and really well equipped (even yoga mats and beach bag). They also keep them very clean. We really enjoyed chilling on the sunbeds in a quiet pool area, working out in the gym and in yoga classes. As well as the general vibe of the place, which is in large part due to the most friendly and helpful staff I have met! I also have to mention that the a la carte breakfast was a whole other level compared to regular hotel breakfast buffets (freshly made passion fruit juice is the best juice ever!). The food in general was by far the best we had in Zanzibar. Even though we had lunch and dinner other places in Paje and Jambiani, and normally don’t eat much at hotel restaurants, we ended up eating much more at the hotel than we had planned for. Big qudos to the chefs! It is not a large and overcrowded hotel, which allows for a much more pleasant stay than big hotels or resorts. Even though it’s not located on the beach, the beach is just a very short walk (or complimentary buggy ride) away - and we enjoyed the option of hanging out at a place with more peace and quiet than right on the beach itself. While we were there, they put on live music nights, movie nights and helped us with recommendations and bookings for tours and experiences. All in all, if you are going to Zanzibar, do yourself a favor and stay at Samawa! Thank you for so much for making our honeymoon perfect! Asante sana!

I absolutely loved my stay at Samawa Living! The place is beautiful — the rooms are spacious, stylish, and really comfortable. It is a beautiful modern hotel that has a peaceful vibe that instantly makes you feel at home. The staff were super friendly and helpful throughout my stay. I especially appreciated the small touches, like the complimentary transport they provide to the beach — such a thoughtful detail that made exploring Paje so easy and stress-free. If you're looking for a relaxed, sustainable, and welcoming place to stay in Paje, I highly recommend Samawa Living. I’d definitely return!