An opulent and stunningly luxurious resort of 30 villas which simply ooze Zanzibari style and character - definitely one of the finest quality resorts on the island!

Swim with whale sharks, snorkel on coral reefs, picnic on pristine sand banks, or simply relax on the stunning white powder beach in front of Butiama – this gorgeous little beach lodge on unspoiled Mafia Island has jumped straight into our shortlist of favourites!

Traditionally styled villa on the beach at Matemwe on Zanzibar's fabled north-east coast - your group of friends and family will be completely spoiled by your private chefs and friendly butlers!

With spectacular snorkelling on a virgin coral reef and ingeniously designed eco-friendly bandas, Chumbe offers a superb modern day Robinson Crusoe experience.

Act out your Robinson Crusoe fantasies on this stunning island with some of the best beaches we've ever seen - apart from your fellow guests at this simple 6 banda lodge, the island is home only to thousands of sea birds, nesting turtles and coconut crabs!

Enjoying a position of glorious isolation in the south of Zanzibar, Fumba Beach Lodge is a luxurious yet relaxing hideaway set in 40 acres of exquisite wilderness - and boasts some of the most exciting Suites on the island!

The epitome of Castaway Chic, fashionable Fundu Lagoon is situated in a remote cove on Pemba Island accessible by boat only - great style, great vibe, an unforgettable experience!

The highlight of this characterful little lodge of 11 spacious and very stylish villas is that each of the rooms boast their own individual plunge pools! (and the price is surprisingly attractive too!)

Arguably the best All-Inclusive resort on Zanzibar, a stylish 138 room property located on a stunning white sand beach in the north of the island - the huge swimming pool and gorgeous jetty are stand-out features!

Position, position, position – with its remote hill-top position overlooking a magnificent white sand beach and the azure waters of the Pemba Channel, the Manta Resort is an absolute jewel!

Intimate, stylish and simply oozing romance - Matemwe is quite simply one of the finest lodges we've stayed at! In fact, it was whilst staying here on a holiday in 2005 that we were inspired to start Barefoot Breaks!

The more exclusive sister-lodge to Matemwe Lodge, the 4 wonderfully atmospheric double storied villas of Matemwe Retreats with their private butlers and plunge pools are a honeymooner's dream!

This pretty little boutique hotel lies on a stunning powder-sand beach lined with gorgeous palm trees at Pwani Mchangani receives consistent rave reviews for the delicious food and the great service from the friendly owners and staff!

With just 7 stylish bungalows this wonderfully intimate beach lodge on the charmingly time-warped island of Mafia is the perfect place to escape for a romantic break or for world class scuba diving!

Situated on definitely THE most beautiful beach we've seen on Zanzibar, this simple beach lodge is a great spot for travellers looking for a great beach holiday without the five star trappings.

Looking for a river, bush 'n' beach experience? This lodge on a long stretch of sandy beach close to the mouth of the Wami River gives you the chance to see big game, boat up the river or stroll on deserted golden beaches.

Some of the most stylish, attractive, private (and best value) rooms on Zanzibar are to be found at this lovely boutique lodge located in a quiet spot on the island’s east coast – Seasons is particularly recommended for honeymooners or those wanting a romantic break!

Finding a nice villa available to rent on Zanzibar is pretty rare – finding one that’s luxuriously appointed and boasts such features as its own swimming pool, air-conditioning and even a private speedboat for your personal use and you’re into the rarer than hen’s teeth category!