CHUINI ZANZIBAR BEACH LODGE BY NEWMARK

THE NOBU VIEW

The stay

A small west-coast lodge among Chuini Palace ruins near Bububu, with garden rooms, sea-facing accommodation and a privately staffed villa. Pools, spa and ocean-view dining suit an unhurried stay.

Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge sits among the remains of Chuini Palace on Zanzibar’s west coast, near Bububu. The setting combines traces of the island’s history with ocean views and a nearby fishing village, offering a different perspective from the long resort beaches of the east. Twelve rooms and one villa are spread through grounds that keep the accommodation small in scale.

Garden and Sea View Deluxe Rooms provide two-person options, while Superior Rooms add a larger lounge arrangement and space for a third guest. Junior Suites sit by the water, and the privately staffed Villa offers more room for a family, with a terrace, living area and an upper studio that can become additional sleeping space.

Two pools and Asili Spa give the day a relaxed rhythm. Ocean Breeze Restaurant looks towards the water, with half-board and full-board arrangements available and special dining experiences offered by request. Families should select the category against the current child policy, which specifically identifies Superior Rooms and the Villa for children sharing with adults.