Tulia Zanzibar
Your Private Escape on the Spice IslandZanzibar
Description
Room & Villa
Eat & Drink
Activities
Facilities
Included
Excluded
Description
Tucked away on Zanzibar’s eastern shore, Tulia Zanzibar is a boutique, all-inclusive resort that blends laid-back luxury with genuine hospitality. With only 16 villas set among lush tropical gardens, each unit features thoughtful design, privacy, and a connection to nature. Some villas face the ocean atop a low cliff, while others enjoy serene garden views. The resort prides itself on its sustainable operations, from recycling to its on-site organic farm, and ensures guests feel cared for from arrival to departure.
The dining experience is elevated, with menus inspired by local ingredients and global flavors in an a la carte, all-inclusive format. Guests can relax by the two outdoor pools (one with a waterslide), wander the resort’s botanical gardens, or enjoy complementary activities like yoga, kayaking, paddleboarding, and bicycles. Its private beach, warm service, and attention to detail make Tulia a serene escape for couples, honeymooners, and anyone seeking a refined retreat.
Room & Villa
Deluxe Garden Bungalow
- Bungalow unit nestled in the garden, with a large terrace surrounded by greenery.
- Room size: ~120 m² (including garden & terrace)
- Bedding: Double bed (plus up to one extra bed)
- Occupancy: Maximum 3 guests
- Amenities: Garden view, shower, terrace, quiet garden location
- Some units can interconnect (internal door) with neighbouring unit Deluxe Garden Bungalow with Partial Sea View
- Similar layout to the Deluxe Garden Bungalow but with a partial sea view from the terrace.
- Same size (~120 m² including garden & terrace)
- Bedding, occupancy & extra bed options same as the garden bungalow.
- Can also have interconnecting rooms in this category. Royal Garden Villa with Private Pool
- Villa set in the garden (no sea view) but with its own private pool and garden space.
- Includes one bedroom + separate living room.
- Room size: ~130 m² including garden & terrace.
- Bedding: Double bed (up to two extra beds allowed)
- Max occupancy: 4 guests
- Has shower + bathtub.
- Positioned on a cliff above the water, with direct ocean views from terrace and bedroom.
- Villa layout is open: bedroom + living area combined in one space.
- Room size: ~190 m² including garden & terrace.
- Bedding: Double bed (up to two extra beds)
- Max occupancy: 4 guests
- Has both shower + bathtub.
- Same cliff / seafront positioning as the Seafront Luxury Villa, but includes a private pool.
- Offers open layout (bedroom + living area combined) and direct ocean views.
- Room size: ~190 m² including garden & terrace.
- Bedding: Double bed (up to two extra beds)
- Max occupancy: 4 guests
- Has shower + bathtub.
Eat & Drink
🍴 Dining Options
- Cobia Restaurant: The resort features a fine dining, à la carte restaurant (no buffet) where guests enjoy meals crafted around international cuisine infused with local and coastal ingredients.
- Room Service: Guests can order meals to their room.
- Private / Romantic Dining: Options for private dinners, picnics on the beach, or under the stars in romantic settings are available.
Activities
🎉 Activities
- Yoga sessions
- Water activities (e.g. kayaking, paddleboarding)
- Electric scooters
- Gym / fitness centre
- Bicycles for guest use
- Beach volleyball
- Beach football
- TRX (suspension training)
- Farm tour (on-site organic farm)
- Tulia boat excursions
- SPA treatments
Facilities
🏖 Facilities
- Private white sandy beachfront with direct beach access.
- Two outdoor swimming pools (plus children’s pool and a waterslide).
- Spa and wellness centre (Tranquility Body & Soul Spa) offering massages, face, body treatments.
- Fitness centre / gym, and TRX / workout options.
- Yoga (private and group) sessions.
- Water sports & non-motorized aquatic gear: kayaks, paddleboards, snorkeling equipment.
- Sailing / traditional boat (ngalawa) excursions.
- Bicycles & charity bike programs.
- Board games, reading library / games in reception.
- On-site farm / garden / guided farm tours.
- Boutique / gift shop.
- 24-hour reception and security.
- Air conditioning in all rooms.
- Private terraces, in many villas / bungalows.
- Laundry / housekeeping services (some at extra cost).
- Restaurant & bar / dining facilities (Cobia restaurant, “Le Petit Chef” dining show)
- Free self and valet parking.
- Tour / ticketing / concierge / excursions booking services.
Included
Included in Room Rate
- Private round-trip airport transfer is complimentary.
- First massage is included free of charge.
- Private yoga sessions are complimentary.
- Use of kayaks, paddleboards, non-motorized water sports gear is complimentary.
- Bicycles for guest use, free.
- WiFi / internet in rooms & public areas is free.
- Unlimited meals & dining via their à la carte fine-dining model (all inclusive includes all meals) with changing menus.
- Unlimited soft drinks, juices, standard drinks & signature cocktails / premium included drinks (except very rare or ultra-premium wines) are included.
- Access to hotel facilities like gym, beach, pools, garden, etc
Excluded
Excluded from Room Rate
- Rare / ultra-premium wines & bottles are not fully included — these may incur extra charges.
- Laundry services likely at additional cost (except standard housekeeping).
- Boat excursions or guided snorkeling / diving trips that require motorized boats or offsite travel are extra.
- Taxes, local charges, though the website says their rates are inclusive of all local taxes and fees. Early check-in / late check-out may incur charges (or surcharge).