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Located on the east coast of Zanzibar, with pristine white sand beaches and crystal clear waters, Baraza is an opulent, family-owned resort, blending Swahili design with Arabic and Indian influences.
Located along the Bwejuu – Paje beach which was named as one of the top 30 Island beaches in the world by the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler magazine, Baraza is Zanzibar’s most exclusive boutique resort. With just 30 villas, this stunning fully inclusive resort evokes the heritage of Zanzibar dating back to the era of the Sultans. A fusion of Arabic, Swahili and Indian design, with Swahili arches, intricate hand-carved cement décor, beautiful antiques, handmade furniture and intricate brass lanterns.
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Accommodation
There are 14 one-bedroom villas and 15 two-bedroom villas, as well as one Royal Sultan two-bedroom villa. All the accommodation villas are designed to characterise classic Swahili architecture featuring dramatic arches, Baraza benches and intricate hand-carved cement decorations. The spacious villas feature luxury interiors, beautiful fabrics, hand-carved furniture and brass lanterns, large bathrooms with luxury fittings as well as a spacious terrace and private plunge pool.
Food & drink
Baraza offers several dining settings with international, Indian and Swahili influences, supported by bars and private dining options. Its fully inclusive arrangement can make the cost of the beach stay easier to understand in advance, though we confirm the precise inclusions for your dates. Dietary requirements can be planned before arrival.
What to do
The resort combines pools, spa and beach time with a water-sports centre offering activities according to tides, wind and sea conditions. Cultural and island excursions can be arranged separately. On this coast, the reef and tidal range change the experience of swimming through the day, so the property is especially appealing to travellers who value the villa, pool and wider facilities as much as the beach.
Planning your stay
The islands’ beaches differ markedly by coast and tide. We weigh hotel atmosphere, room privacy, swimming conditions and onward flights, especially after an active safari.
Zanzibar and Pemba offer different kinds of stay. Fanjove is also in this coastal collection as a southern island alternative, outside the archipelago itself.
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