Breezes Beach Club and Spa ****

Bwejuu Beach, Zanzibar

Breezes Beach Club & Spa, Zanzibar is an ideal choice for those in search of a romantic getaway.

Set in beautiful tropical landscaped gardens on a pristine and peaceful beach on the East Coast of the island, about one hour from Stone Town. Breezes Beach Club & Spa, Zanzibar is famous for its attention to detail, intimate and private dining, its world-renowned beautiful Zanzibar décor with stunning carvings, glistening brass and rich fabrics creating an elegant and unique atmosphere.

Accommodation

There are 70 rooms at Breezes; 10 standard rooms (ground floor), 40 deluxe rooms (ground floor), 20 suites (first floor). Standard and deluxe rooms are identical in terms of décor and size while suites have a walk in dressing room and larger bathroom. All rooms are fully air conditioned with en-suite bathrooms. They also have a third functioning bed as a sofa. The rooms do not have telephones or TVs and deluxe rooms and suites are in closer proximity to the beach.

Please note, sea view or sea front rooms can not be guaranteed.

Drinks and Dining

Breezes in generally sold on a half board basis which gives guests breakfast and their evening meal. A supplement is payable locally to upgrade to full board. The main restaurant serves breakfast from 7.30am to 9.30am in the morning and in the evening, dinner is served between 7.30pm and 9.30pm.

Breakers Lunch Restaurant is ideally located on the beach and even has a sandy floor. Breakers offers a decent menu of snacks as well as various meat, vegetarian and seafood dishes. Half board guests at Breezes pay for their orders while full board guests have a selection of items from the menu included as part of their stay. Alternatively, snacks are also available at the poolside bar during the day.

The Sultan’s Table Restaurant lets a small group of diners enjoy a fusion of Swahili and Indian cuisine in a stunning environment. Meals here are at a supplement but you do receive a discount against to compensate for the fact that you are not taking your evening meal as part of your half or full board basis.

For an even more intimate dining experience, it is had to beat The Tides. This private restaurant is set up for just to people to share wonderful food and each others company not to mention the stunning view as The Tides is located literally on the beach and overlooks the Indian Ocean.

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Frangipani Spa

Breezes was the location of the first spa to be built on Zanzibar and the Frangipani Spa has given Breezes its reputation as the leading spa resort in Zanzibar. Located in tropical Gardens, The Frangipani Spa offers a world class selection of facilities, health and beauty treatments. We are the only hotel in East Africa to offer the Après Safari Treatment Package.

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For a truly unique pampering experience for two, nothing beats “The Sultans Bath”

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Other Facilities and Services

-Marine Activities Centre

Pedal boats and canoes are available free of charge. Daily snorkeling trips to the lagoon by boat are organised at a charge. Snorkeling equipment, reef shoes, sailing & windsurfing are also available at a charge.

-Scuba Diving Centre

Undoubtedly one of Zanzibar’s most professional and experienced diving operations, the Rising Sun Dive Centre (PADI) offers all diving services from beginners to advanced. Learn to Dive Courses can be done with the experienced diving instructors who provide personalised instruction on a one-on-one basis. Experienced divers can enjoy one of the most untouched and exciting parts of the Island for diving with a variety of 14 different dive spots.

-Movie Entertainment Centre

Open daily and showing a set programme of DVD movies on a large screen at certain scheduled times during the day free of charge. The bar serves beverages and snacks at a charge.

-Shopping Bazaar

Excellent selection of antiques, souvenirs and African arts & crafts, as well as all other necessary amenities. Open daily in the evenings.

-Fitness & Aerobics Centre

Open daily. Use of the Fitness center and all Aerobic and Anaerobic machines is complimentary for guests of the hotel.

-Flood-lit Tennis Court

Use of tennis court is complimentary. Racket rental available.

-Cashier’s Office

Please note that it is not possible to withdraw cash from credit cards at the hotel. It is possible to change money at the cashier’s office of the hotel. Traveller’s cheques, cash, MasterCard, Visa

American Express and Euro card are accepted for settling payment. For the best value, we recommend settlement of extras by cash or Travellers Cheques.

-Television

There are no TVs in the guest rooms. However, the TV room in the hotel allows guests to watch satellite TV including sports channels and international news channels. International Sporting and Cultural events are screened in the Movie Entertainment Centre.

-Telephone & Fax Services

There are no telephones in the rooms, however, phone and fax services are available at the reception.

-Entertainment

Low-key Cultural entertainment by local dancers, acrobats, live bands and musicians are organized.

-Tours & Excursions

All tours, excursions & transfers are organized through the services of a fully licensed & registered tour operator. We also offer two excursions unique to Breezes: Indian Ocean Special & Swahili Day.

-Honeymoon Specials

All honeymoon guests will receive a complimentary bottle of wine and flowers upon arrival in all room categories. We also organize an “under the stars” evening during their stay, where we put out a full bed on the balcony and provide sundowners in the room (only if booking is in a suite). BBQ lunch offered with minimum seven-night stay.

-Weddings

Breezes has become known for its romantic charm and is undoubtedly the most popular honeymoon and wedding hotel on the Island. Breezes can arrange the private “Island Ceremony” of your dreams and assist in planning this special occasion.

More information about Breezes Weddings>>

For more information about Breezes or to book, please call 0208 816 8789 or email using the 'Contact Us' form and we'll get back to you. Breezes is an ideal part of a beach and safari holiday.

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