It exceeds tranquility, luxury and expectation. Nine uncompromising villas on a stretch of pristine white sandy beach. Unmatched in Zanzibar, Xanadu has been crafted holistically out of a desire to breathe.
Xanadu is an experience, a lifestyle, an awakening of what life can be, what it should be
Now you can breathe
Your place for day dreaming
Private villas for you and your loved ones
Fascinating places to explore and be mesmerized
Mawingu
Mawimbi
Nyota
Umande
Alfajiri
Kimwondo
Mbingu
Korongo
Mlima
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Luxury · Enjoyment · Retreat.
At Xanadu’s luxury villas in Zanzibar our guests enjoy exceptional all-inclusive cuisine prepared by our culinary team of international and local chefs. Your private butler will be there to assist throughout the duration of your stay. For the adventurous, Xanadu’s helpful staff can arrange a variety of excursions around the island. We firmly believe that to truly settle into the pace of Zanzibar, one must find their own rhythm in time with the waves. Now you can breathe.
Mawingu
1 bedroom ocean view villa
Mawingu Villa (Swahili for Clouds) is our largest 1 bedroom villa featuring an outside lounge area with superior ocean view and private plunge pool.
Mawimbi
1 bedroom ocean view villa
Mawimbi Villa (Swahili for Waves) is our second 1 bedroom villa featuring an outside lounge area with superior ocean view and private plunge pool.
Nyota
2 bedroom ocean view villa
Nyota presidential Villa (Swahili for Stars) is our newest addition to our xanadu portfolio. Enjoy 2 bedrooms, large private pool and lounge and all the usual Xanadu touches like waterfall showers and luxury room amenities.
Umande
1 bedroom garden view villa
Umande Villa (Swahili for Dewdrop) is our cozy 1 bedroom villa with garden view, outside seating area and private plunge pool.
Alfajiri
1 bedroom villa with ocean view from bedroom balcony
Alfajiri Villa (Swahili for Dawn) This 1 bedroom villa is ideal for honeymooners as it features a spacious ground floor lounge area with private plunge pool and a first floor bedroom with an ocean view from the balcony.
Kimwondo
1 bedroom garden view villa with a rooftop pool
Kimwondo Villa (Swahili for Shooting Star) The architects favorite. This extraordinary villa takes the Xanadu signature style and transforms it to another level. The villa has one bedroom with outside seating on the ground floor and features our famous rooftop pool with a dining area that is ideal for romantic dinner while gazing at the stars.
Mbingu
2 bedroom presidential villa with ocean view balconies
Mbingu Villa (Swahili for Heavenly Sky) is our presidential villa that features a majestic ground floor lounge and private pool, first floor bedroom and second floor bedroom. The second floor bedroom has private access to our second rooftop pool. Each bedroom also features a private balcony with ocean views.
Korongo
2 bedroom garden view villa
Korongo Villa (Swahili for Canyon) One of our 2 bedroom villas, each with private bathroom, is ideal for friends and families, as it offers a super-sized living and dining area, private plunge pools, outdoor shower and luscious garden surroundings. Due to proximity this villa pairs perfectly with Kimwondo Villa for parties requiring 3 bedrooms.
Mlima
2 bedroom garden view villa
Mlima Villa (Swahili for Mountain) One of our 2 bedroom villas, each with private bathroom, is ideal for friends and families, as it offers a super-sized living and dining area, private plunge pools, outdoor shower and luscious garden surroundings.
Enjoy the exotic
XANADU VILLAS · SPA · DINING
Our Villas
At Xanadu we value privacy and tranquility. Therefore, each of our nine, villas come with their private outside space, plunge pool and dedicated butler. Click here to explore each villa in detail...
Spa
Our Spa area is located directly on the beach where the soft breeze lets you breathe and offers a broad selection of treatments that can be enjoyed in the treatment room or on the private deck that will have you in a deep state of relaxation.
Dining
Fresh seafood, home-grown spices, fruits and vegetables and organically farmed or sourced proteins rounded off by world-class wine. Our team of local and international chefs is determined to tailor-make the very best dining experience you can find on the island of Zanzibar.
Round off your stay
Our offers for your enjoyment
Enjoy the nature of Zanzibar
National Forest, Wildlife Sanctuaries, hidden caves and more. We help you to plan your days on Zanzibar.
Relax, breathe and enjoy the sunshine
Xanadu Spa is the place to relax and rejuvenate. Have a look at our treatments and location options.
Feel the wind in your hair
Get on board of Xanadu's 'Free Spirit' and sail toward the sunset while enjoying beverages, freshly made bites and unforgettable moments with your partner.
You are the one that I love
You can either dine at your villa, our restaurant or at the beach. Either way, we will make sure you will have a good time!
A day full of lights
Explore the activities at Xanadu
Xanadu and Zanzibar offer a wide variety of activities as well as natural and cultural sites that are waiting to be explored and experienced. We already have a few suggestions for you!
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