Baraza Resort & Spa is one of Zanzibar’s most distinctive luxury retreats, set along the white sands of Bwejuu Beach on the island’s south-eastern coast. Designed to evoke the grandeur of Zanzibar during the era of the Sultans, the intimate all-inclusive resort blends Swahili, Arabic and Indian influences through sweeping arches, hand-carved decorative work, antique furnishings and atmospheric brass lanterns. With only 30 villas, the experience remains highly personalised and considerably more intimate than that of a conventional large-scale beach resort.

Accommodation ranges from spacious one-bedroom villas to two-bedroom residences and the exceptional Royal Beach Two Bedroom Villa. Interiors are generous, with separate living areas, dressing rooms and expansive terraces, while many villas incorporate private plunge pools. The resort’s beachfront setting provides a beautiful backdrop for days spent between the Indian Ocean and tropical gardens.

Baraza’s Frangipani Spa is another highlight, incorporating a lap pool, indoor and outdoor relaxation areas and the signature Sultan’s Bath treatment for couples. Dining, water sports, fitness, tennis and island experiences complement the emphasis on relaxation. With its elaborate architecture, villa-based accommodation and strong sense of place, Baraza offers a particularly romantic interpretation of Zanzibari luxury and is well suited to couples, honeymooners and families seeking a sophisticated all-inclusive escape.