Boutique hotel with feet in the sand in Paje, between kitesurfing and Ayurveda, far from the ostentatious luxury of Nungwi.
Samawa Living
From
187.061 €
“Ayurvedic spa with Sri Lankan therapists, facing the Indian Ocean, from 187 € per night.”
Samawa Living occupies a stretch of beach in Paje, east coast of Zanzibar, facing the kitesurfers who slalom between the sandbanks at low tide. We slept in suites in teak wood and white linen, air-conditioned, with private terraces overlooking the ocean. The spa offers authentic Ayurvedic treatments, massages with warm coconut oil, therapists trained in Sri Lanka. The infinity pool runs along the beach, teak sun loungers under the coconut palms, cocktail service until 22h. The restaurant serves grilled fish and Swahili curries, short but well-executed menu, dinner with feet in the sand possible. From 187 € per night, it's a rare value for money for a 5★ with feet in the water in Zanzibar. We recommend it for a wellness retreat or the end of a safari, not for partying ✨
Who is it for?
Who we recommend it to
We recommend Samawa Living to couples in their thirties and forties looking for a confidential address, far from the all-inclusive resorts in the north of the island. It's a hotel for the end of a Tanzanian safari, wellness retreats, discreet honeymoons. Kitesurfers appreciate the proximity to the spot, but the atmosphere remains calm, no noisy water sports club.
The building
Architecture and interiors
Samawa Living is a collection of contemporary pavilions in teak wood and palm thatch, built in 2018 on a coconut grove facing the beach. Clean Swahili architecture, high roofs, natural ventilation complemented by air conditioning. Interiors in white linen, driftwood furniture, bathrooms in grey terrazzo. Intimate scale, around fifteen suites scattered through the tropical garden.
At the table
Restaurants, bar, service
The main restaurant serves Swahili-Mediterranean cuisine, grilled catch of the day, octopus in coconut curry, seafood risottos. Continental breakfast with tropical fruits, omelettes to order, homemade bread. Beach bar open until 22h, cocktails with Zanzibari spices, local rum. Room service available 7h-21h, reduced but efficient menu.
Highlights
- Ayurvedic spa with sea-view cabins, treatments with Sri Lankan oils
- Private white-sand beach in Paje, renowned kitesurfing spot
- 15 m infinity pool, Indian Ocean view, open 7h-20h
- Teak suites with private terraces, air conditioning, outdoor shower
- Airport transfer included from Zanzibar (55 km, 1h15 drive)
Location & access
Where the hotel sits in Zanzibar
Samawa Living stands in Paje, a fishing village on the east coast of Zanzibar, 55 km south-east of the international airport. 3 km beach renowned for kitesurfing, spectacular low tide revealing sandbanks 500 m from the shore. The village has a few fish restaurants, grocery stores, dive centres. Stone Town 1h15 drive, Jozani forest 20 minutes. Quiet neighbourhood, little nightlife, ideal for switching off.
Good to know
Before you book
- Airport transfer
- Included, 1h15 from Zanzibar, reservation 48h in advance.
- Wi-Fi
- Free throughout the hotel, sufficient speed for emails.
- Pool
- Open 7h-20h, fresh water, 15 m, reserved sun loungers.
- Spa
- Ayurvedic treatments on reservation, 60-120 min, 50-120 $.
- Children
- Accepted, no children's club, babysitting on request.
- Parking
- Free, private, unsupervised, 10 spaces.
Facilities
1 pool
Airport transfer
Free Wi-Fi connection
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Restaurant
Fitness centre
Wi-Fi available everywhere
Free parking
Private parking
Family rooms
Spa and wellness centre
Location
Where Samawa Living is located
Exact address
Samawa Living
Address
Zanzibar Paje main road
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