"Breakfast was absolutely breathtaking... the waffles? 10/10 perfect ."
Elina from Tanzania
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"Buggy to beach is a nice extra, as well as the yoga classes."
Joyce from United Kingdom
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"The hotel itself is truly luxurious, with beautifully designed rooms, spacious layouts, and good service."
Ali from United Kingdom
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"The pool area is fantastic and relaxing, you can order snacks directly at the pool."
Daniela from Germany
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5-star resort with year-round infinity pool and spa near Paje Beach
Pool & Wellness
Samawa Living has an infinity pool that stays open all year, offering a unique swimming experience. The hotel provides yoga classes, personal training sessions, and a fitness centre with various wellness programs. Guests can book full-body massages, foot massages, and head massages at the spa lounge, which also offers spa/wellness packages.
Dining
The rooftop restaurant serves brunch, lunch, dinner, high tea, and cocktails. Breakfast includes continental, American, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, halal, gluten-free, and Asian options. Dinner menus cover 19 cuisine types, including African, Chinese, French, Indian, Italian, Japanese, Mexican, seafood, steakhouse, Thai, and international dishes.
Rooms & Amenities
Rooms include studios and suites with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, kettles, and private balconies. Guests have access to a shared lounge with board games, bicycle rental, and evening entertainment. Additional services include daily housekeeping, laundry, ironing, dry cleaning, and 24-hour front desk with currency exchange.
Family & Activities
The hotel has a kids' pool, family rooms, and provides kids' meals and board games/puzzles. Yoga classes, a fitness centre, and bicycle rental are available for all ages. The spa offers hand, neck, and back massages, while the garden and sun terrace offer outdoor furniture for relaxation.
Location & Services
Paje Beach is an 8-minute walk away, and the hotel provides a free buggy shuttle and beach towels. Nearby attractions include Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park (35 km) and the Peace Memorial Museum (50 km). Free private parking, an electric vehicle charging station, and airport shuttle with pickup/drop-off are available.
Highlights
Infinity Pool: Open all year with unique swimming experiences
Spa & Wellness: Yoga classes, massages, and spa packages
Dining: Rooftop restaurant with 19 cuisine types
Family: Kids' pool, board games, and kids' meals
Location: 8-minute walk to Paje Beach with free buggy service
Services: Electric vehicle charging and airport shuttle
Must-do experiences
Visit Paje Beach for stunning sunsets and vibrant kite surfing vibes.
Try the local grilled seafood at Eazy Beach Restaurant - a must!
Explore the Jozani Forest to see the rare Red Colobus monkeys.
Don't miss the Paje Village market for authentic local crafts and snacks.
Join a spice tour at the nearby Spice Farm for a fragrant adventure!
Pick the room type that suits your Zanzibar stay
Samawa Living offers double, family and suite rooms, each including breakfast, free cancellation and special rates for travelers exploring Zanzibar.
Jambo Standard Suite
2 persons
48 m²
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Balcony
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Likizo Deluxe Suite
2 persons
48 m²
1 Double bed / 2 Single beds
Air conditioning
Balcony
room details
Salama Standard Double Room
2 persons
40 m²
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Balcony
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Amenities
Samawa Living provides amenities designed for a relaxed stay and memorable experiences on the island.
Facilities: Perfect
9.6/10Review score
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Currency exchange
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Sports & Fitness
Fitness centre
Yoga class
Sports trainer
Services
Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Grocery shopping service
Happy hour
Dining
In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus
Children
Babysitting/Child services
Board games
Children's menu
Children's pool
Toys
Spa & Leisure
Infinity pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Room features
Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
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See Where Samawa Living Is Located
Zanzibar Paje Main Road, Paje,
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City landmarks
Cave
Kuza Cave
3.35 km
Landmark
Supermarket
1.31 km
Landmark
Paje Scooter Rent
600 m
Landmark
Kijiji Scooter Rental
660 m
Landmark
Zanzibar Bliss
770 m
Landmark
Kite It Zanzibar
970 m
Landmark
Paje by Kite - Zanzibar
970 m
Landmark
Aquaholics Kite & Surf Zanzibar
1.27 km
Beach
Paje Beach
1.27 km
Landmark
Buccaneer Diving
1.35 km
Landmark
Zanzibar Kite Paradise
1.51 km
Landmark
Ibra Taxi Driver Zanzibar
1.55 km
Landmark
Kite Dream Zanzibar
1.55 km
Landmark
Kite Centre Zanzibar
2.18 km
Landmark
Airborne Kite Centre
2.4 km
Landmark
Aquaholics
2.45 km
Landmark
Seaweed farm
2.56 km
Landmark
Bahari View Lodge
3.43 km
Landmark
Coconuts Kite
3.48 km
Landmark
Old Legends Safaris
3.92 km
Landmark
SunSeaBar Kite School
3.93 km
Landmark
Kite with Friends Kite Center Day Courses
3.93 km
Landmark
Zanzibar SunShine Kite School
3.93 km
Landmark
Paje Bike Tours & Rentals
3.93 km
Landmark
Cheapi Piki-piki
4.44 km
Nearby
Kiteboarding Zanzibar
440 m
Restaurants
Shanti Cafe
1.22 km
Paje Beach on The Beach
Palm Restaurant
1.22 km
Paje
Lecker Lecker Restaurant
1.22 km
Paje Beach
Smoothies Juice Bar
1.46 km
Restaurant
Paje by Night Hotel
1.78 km
Paje by Night Street
B4
1.78 km
Restaurant
Mahali Beachbar
1.78 km
Restaurant
Ocean Restaurant
1.82 km
Arabian Nights Annex
Bounty Beach Restaurant
2.17 km
Michamvi Road Mainroad
Explore Paje
Local Experiences
Top Attractions
Activities
Dining
Entertainment
Kiteboarding Zanzibar
6 minutes walking
Kiteboarding Zanzibar offers lessons and rentals for all skill levels, positioned right by the stunning Paje Beach.
Kuza Cave
35 minutes walking
Kuza Cave features ancient caves with historical significance and unique stalactite formations with guided tours available.
Paje Beach
16 minutes walking
Paje Beach is renowned for its pristine white sands and azure waters, making it perfect for sunbathing and beach sports.
Kiteboarding Lessons
6 minutes walking
Kiteboarding lessons are available for beginners and experienced riders at Kiteboarding Zanzibar, with beautiful beach views.
Chill Yoga Sessions
10 minutes walking
Relaxing yoga classes are offered by Zanzibar Bliss, featuring serene surroundings ideal for unwinding and rejuvenation.
Shanti Cafe
15 minutes walking
Shanti Cafe serves delicious local and international dishes in a cozy atmosphere, perfect for a casual meal or snack.
Palm Restaurant
15 minutes walking
Palm Restaurant specializes in fresh seafood and tropical cuisine with a charming beachside terrace for a lovely dining experience.
Paje by Night Hotel
20 minutes walking
Paje by Night Hotel hosts vibrant themed nights, from live music to DJ sessions, perfect for nightlife lovers and parties.
Zanzibar Kite Paradise
19 minutes walking
Zanzibar Kite Paradise offers thrilling kitesurfing experiences along with family-friendly beach games and activities.
Transportation options
City Centre
Paje 11 min · 900 m
Airports
Kisauni (ZNZ) 76 min · 50.5 km
Julius Nyerere (DAR) 115 min · 76.3 km
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of USD 5.0 per person.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
German
Number of rooms:
30
Guest Reviews & Ratings
Read authentic guest reviews sharing their experience at Samawa Living.
Breakfast
7.5/10
Cleanliness
9.7/10
Comfort
9.7/10
Facilities
9.6/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.5/10
Location
9.0/10
Paid Wi-Fi
10.0/10
Staff
9.7/10
Value for money
9.4/10
Pros
Friendly staff
Good restaurant food
Clean rooms
Cons
Room odor issues
Maintenance concerns
Slow breakfast service
Guest reviews
based on 696 reviews
9.5/10
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