Zanzibar White Sand, Dar es SalaamZanzibar White Sand in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania has a corrected score of 4.1 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), ranked 6 of 55 hotels we score in Dar es Salaam. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.7 before correction: Tripadvisor 4.7. Rooms from about $2,055 a night (cached, not a live quote).Zanzibar White Sand is a five-star boutique resort situated on Paje Beach along the southeast coast of Zanzibar. The property consists of 19 villas and three rooms positioned directly on a private white-sand beachfront. It caters to families and pet owners, offering full-board accommodation alongside facilities such as a spa, gym, and swimming pools. The resort includes conference spaces and provides various massage services. While the setting is quiet and spacious, guests have reported occasional issues with the availability of warm water. It is a suitable choice for travellers seeking a secluded coastal stay with direct access to the ocean.What stands out

Direct access to private beach

Spacious and clean rooms

Varied full-board meal options

Family and pet friendly

Watch out for

Occasional lack of warm water

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Lux Marijani Zanzibar, Dar es Salaam: 4.1 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), from $266 a night. Lux Marijani Zanzibar is a luxury resort situated in Pwani Mchangani on the north-east coast of Zanzibar.