This beautiful 30 villa, fully inclusive boutique resort evokes the heritage of Zanzibar dating back to the era of the Sultans. A fusion of Arabic, Swahili and Indian design, Baraza offers unparalleled standards of luxury on the Island of Zanzibar.
There are 14 one-bedroom villas and 15 two-bedroom villas, as well as one Presidential two-bedroom villa. All the accommodation villas are designed to characterize classic Swahili architecture featuring dramatic arches, cement Baraza benches and intricate hand carved cement decorations. The spacious villas feature luxury interiors, beautiful fabrics, hand carved furniture and intricate brass lanterns, large bathrooms with luxury fittings as well as a spacious terrace and private plunge pool.
s chef has designed a menu, which features the very best produce that the island has to offer.The menu has been inspired by Arabic, Indian, Persian, Asian and Swahili flavours using the local Spices for which the island is famous as well as our favourite continental offerings. Every evening features a different influence showcasing the islands produce and spices.
The Frangipani Spa at Baraza is an oasis featuring its own lap pool with underwater music, indoor and outdoor relaxation rooms, The Sultans Bath - our signature treatment for two as well as a yoga centre, fitness centre and tennis court.
The Water Club is our watersports centre located on the beach front. Featuring a great selection of new equipment and offering instruction in wind surfing, kite surfing and sailing, The Water Club is the perfect place to experience the very best of the Indian Ocean.
Rising Sun Dive Centre, the only National Geographic and PADI 5šGold Palm resort in East Africa is situated onsite and is always keen to take new and experienced divers to “discover the unexplored” reefs of this magical island.
Baraza has set a unique standard of luxury accommodation on the island, simulating a Sultans Palace with the tranquillity and attention to detail that is second to none.