The One Resort Zanzibar

We stayed at The One Resort in Makunduchi, in the quiet south-east of Zanzibar, and absolutely loved the peaceful vibe. It’s a bit remote (which we liked), so if you’re looking for a break from the crowds and want to truly unwind, this is a great pick. The setting is beautiful, lovely pool area with a swim-up bar, stylish and spacious rooms, and great food. Both the buffet and à la carte menus were excellent (I’d seen other reviews mention the food being top-notch, and they were right). The staff were friendly and attentive throughout, and the evening entertainment was varied and surprisingly good without being over-the-top. The only downside for me was the mattress, extremely firm, almost like sleeping on a board. Might be fine if you like that, but as a side sleeper I didn’t sleep great. Otherwise, the room was lovely and clean. The hotel can arrange tours, but we chose to explore on our own with a great local taxi driver. We swam with turtles, visited Paje, and went to The Rock restaurant, all easily doable with a bit of planning. If you’re after a chilled out place with good food, great service, and no big crowds, this place is a solid choice. Just be prepared for the remote location, and maybe ask about a mattress topper if you’re picky about beds!

Nicely located hotel with a large swimming pool and a bar with delicious drinks , Good food but little variety , Not much fruit for this part of the world . The internet and air conditioning in the room were poor. In the evenings, boiling water flows from the shower and cannot be cooled down. Great animations and evening shows

What a great experience and what a great job The ONE resort team does !!!! I want to express my sincere gratitude for the hotel ´s exceptional hospitality and service, the whole staff made our stay so wonderful ! We felt special and so precious ! We are very grateful for your full commitment, being at The ONE felt like home with family ♥️ Room in Papaya junior suite clean , tidy and outstanding view , loved the firm mattress ☺️, tasty and savoury buffet , super entertaining shows and activities , pristine and crystal clear water at the beach, luxurious pool , top notch quality !!!! I can’t thank you enough Killian , our guardian angel at the reception desk , but also Ewelina the friendly owner , Abdallah and Philip the efficient and cheerful front office managers , Emmanuel , Rahma, Mona , Nathalie , and all my dearest ones as well : Joan, Hosiana, Amina , Lulu , Juma, Mandela , Obama ,Souleimane. Pretty Olga ,Elizabeth , Glory at the SPA . Tito , Dullah , Othman at the pool , the caring and helpful team at the restaurant and bar : Baraka, Amour , Cassian , Coster , Revelian… I ´d name everyone, each of you …all of them have been awesome and made sure all of our wishes were fulfilled to the best possible levels ! Last but not least , my friends Masaïs , who I couldn’t do without ! Yoahanna, The 2 Paulos , Elia, Tony … ASANTE SANA !!! You are truly the best place in Zanzibar 🐠☀️😎 if someone needs to relax and indulge themselves, we feel pampered all the way !!! We ll definitely recommend THE ONE ( and only 😉) to all our family and friends !!! Trip typeHoliday · Couple Hotel highlights : Luxury· Great view · Romantic · Quiet · Great value Room : Papaya suite offers an outstanding view , spacious and comfortable, tidy and so clean ! A fridge and a convenient safe box , large balcony . Firm bed mattress , just how we like it 👍 Nearby activities: quiet and safe area . Pristine beaches ☀️🐠 and crystal clear water ! Walkability: taxis available. Food & Drinks : Savoury and tasty buffet , loved the juices and smoothies all day long 🍹 Hearty and copious meals 😋 Noteworthy details : Friendly and cheerful staff , fully committed and caring ♥️

Our stay at the resort in Zanzibar was truly delightful. The rooms were well-equipped, and offered a comfortable retreat after a day of exploring the stunning beach. The resort provides a variety of daily activities, ensuring there’s always something enjoyable to do. While the experience comes with a higher price tag, it’s well worth it for the quality and relaxation offered. Overall, it was a perfect getaway that allowed us to unwind and enjoy the beauty of Zanzibar.

Great place , amazing staff, excellent food , reasonable prices . Big room with view over the ocean and perfectly cleaned , turned down every evening , 5 stars service . We will be back for sure. Highly recommend!

I recently had a celebration at The One Resort and I’m out of words to thank the staff and crew who didn’t give me a chance of complaint and put in enormous efforts to make it a memorable one not only for me but for our guests too. Not a single complaint from the 76 guests who attended. From the booking to the candle on the cake everything was looked after into detail by the management. A big thank you to Mr. Peter, Paulina, Agata, Agneta, Karolina, , Ewelina and the whole team! It’s a beautiful, clean and very friendly property. The rooms are beautiful, clean, spacious and very convenient! Their animation team is great! They kept everyone involved with their friendly approach. The food was delicious with a great spread. The chef always made it a point to check on everything personally. I look forward to many more such celebrations and shall definitely go their over and over again! Asanteni Sana!