Excelent breakfast, pool and nice view, togheter with an amezing team also the bar has some signature drinks and nice options for lunch and dinner around 45 minutes of Stone Town

The room was somehow dark, maybe they could improve lighting inside. The shower could have better waterforce, and also some regulatiry on hot/cold water during shower times So, the lodge is on a nearby village around 45 minutes of Stone Town, but don't go expecting beach access. If you wanna go to beach, better drive to another place. Chuini Lodge is perfect for relaxing but the beach is not the best one, althought you can have a very nice pool and deck Also, the last 1,5km is on dirt road, very bad conditions, but manageagle (as many roads in Zanzibar)

The staff were so lovely and friendly. We received a nice welcome drink and when we arrived at our room it was spotlessly clean and they had used palm leaves to write 'enjoy your honeymoon on the floor.' They turn down your bed every night ready for you and the bed and pillows were super comfy. The food was delicious. The set menus were particularly nice and always different. We asked for a private dining experience and the staff decorated a secluded area really beautifully with flowers and palms shaped as hearts and candles. They went above and beyond to make our stay special. The setting is pretty, it has character with the ruins of the palace around. It was very quiet and peaceful and had very good views of the sunsets! The room was so lovely looking out onto the sea and boatyard. It was very spacious and decorated nicely. There is the option of two different pools that you can choose to lounge by, and many varieties of seating for however you're feeling. They let us try some cocktails that they were thinking of putting on the menu which were very nice. There is a massage facility that is good value.

A few finishing touches need to be addressed. Shower pressure was on and off, occasionally really good and occasionally not. Towel quality in our room was hit and miss. There were two bedside lights in our room and one of them would not plug in. We were not shown around when we arrived so had to figure most things out for ourselves which in some respect is nice but a little more information would be useful. Excursions through the hotel are ridiculously expensive so we did not use them and organised ourselves, this was the same for the taxi service.

I have been in about 8 hotels/resorts in Zanzibar and this one was by far the best. If there was a problem or anything we needed help with, the staff was always there for us and immediately came up with a solution. And as a tip, ask for Elisha’s ice tea. It’s amazing!

Some people of the staff need to learn the English language a little better. Nearly every night something with the order got mixed up.

We had a awesome stay at Chuini.It very chilled en exclusive

The prices of the restaurant

Amazing view , each area have special view Clean, staff are freandliy and coorporative Food delicious

Rest room without water

We loved how this lodge was very small and intimate, perfect for relaxing. Athough most of the rooms were fall, at times, we felt as though we had the whole place to ourselves. The facilities were well looked after and our room was just stunning - it was tucked away from all the other villas with a large veranda with two sun beds and chairs. There was an excellent variety of food and drink available at the lodge and the restaurant setting was just stunning. All staff were very friendly and made us feel at home. Esther, our waitress, was amazing!!

The location is a little bit out of the way, which wasn’t a bad thing as it only took 20 minutes to reach stone town, but there wasn’t much else available near the resort.

We loved staff working there, always smiling and helpful and good sense of humour Everything was arranged very quickly for us. The view was absolutely stunning. Cottages we stayed in were very cosy. The lighting was beautiful - warm and tasteful. Very comfortable beds. Tasty food, beautiful views, great facilities. Everything was sparkling clear. We absolutely recommend coming here!

I absolutely hated hotel policy about cats. Those poor, skinny cats were coming begging for food and they were always chased away. When hotel guests tried to feed them with leftovers, they were immediately told off by the staff. Their desperate meauwing at night made my heart cry. I've seen happy cats in the Stone Town when they were just chilling in the restaurant, round and happy. Customers absolutely adored them. I don't understand why Chuini cannot take similar approach. Giving them some leftovers wouldn't hurt anybody... The hotel location was pretty remote. We had to pay $ 25 to get anywhere.

Everything. The location is beautiful so lush and green perfect to unwind and relax. The staff and management are so attentive and friendly 10/10. The fact that housekeeping visits again after sunset to spray the room to prevent mosquitoes at night is very thoughtful. I love that breakfast is made to order therefore guaranteed freshness. Lunch & dinner the same. The food is very good. It’s just so peaceful. You are in nature.

Where do I start... I had the most enjoyable time at Chuini and was melancholy to leave after 3 nights at this exceptional hotel. 1. The location is breathtaking: Situated on a cliff and former palace, it combines historical elements with modern architecture, while providing outstanding views of the ocean - perfect for sunset! 2. Helpful and accommodating staff: Everyone was very friendly, from Rossana's welcoming on my arrival to the wonderful ladies at the spa, and the staff at the restaurant. I felt in good hands at all times. 3. Lovely, cosy bungalow with a marvellous sea view: Rossana provided me with a free upgrade to a spacious seafront bungalow with its own terrace to do my morning yoga and exercise. The bed was the most comfortable I slept in forever. 4. Pool time & cuisine: Since it was a very quiet time when I stayed at Chuini, I had the pool next to the spa to my self on most days, and I switched to the one near the bar for sunset and cocktails. The lunch and dinner menu may seem limited, but for me as a vegan, I always found something delicious (Samosas, Spring Rolls, Veggie Curry, Veggie Pasta). I will recommend this place to my friends and family and hopefully will stay with them myself one day again. :)

all was perfect :)

staff were amazing, they couldn’t have done more.beautiful views over the ocean.

due to the location of the hotel, there isn’t much to do very close by (particularly when the weather is bad), the hotel could help this by having something going on a little more often. they had a live music band on whilst we were there but only one night out of the three. during the days it was very quiet