Dhow Inn Boutique Hotel - Paje

Boutique hotel on Zanzibar's southeast coast with 4 swimming pools and an on-site kite surf center

Amenities & Pools

Dhow Inn offers four outdoor swimming pools, including a 25-meter-long pool, an infinity pool, and multiple pool bars. Each pool provides sun loungers, beach chairs, and umbrellas, with towels supplied on-site. A kite surf center on the property provides expert classes and rental equipment for all skill levels.

Rooms

Premium room categories at Dhow Inn Hotel include private terrace access with a splash pool or private pool. Each air-conditioned room has a minibar, seating area, and a safety deposit box, with beds draped in mosquito nets. Upper-level rooms offer more natural light and privacy, while ground-level rooms are spacious with direct pool access.

Dining

Dhow Inn Zanzibar operates three distinct restaurants offering buffet and à la carte dining, including a sushi menu prepared fresh. Themed dinner nights and cooking classes are available, and meals can be served on the sand at the private beach area. Ingredients come from local farm partnerships, supporting eco-conscious practices.

Wellness & Activities

The hotel's wellness center includes a gym, yoga sessions, and a spa offering 35-minute massages and other treatments. Evening entertainment includes live music, local acrobat shows, and themed dinner nights. Water sports on-site include windsurfing and bike tours, with excursions to Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park and Zanzibar Butterfly Centre arranged by the front desk.

Location & Surroundings

Dhow Inn Hotel Paje is situated a 45-minute drive from Stone Town and less than an hour from Zanzibar Airport. The hotel provides a private beach area on Paje Beach with sun loungers, waiter service, and kite surfing lessons. Nearby attractions include Jozani Forest, local restaurants, and the mangroves and coral reefs for snorkeling.

• Pools: 4 outdoor pools including a 25-meter infinity pool
• Dining: 3 restaurants with sushi and themed dinner nights
• Kitesurfing: On-site expert classes and rental equipment
• Wellness: Spa, gym, yoga sessions, and 35-minute massages
• Location: 45 minutes from Stone Town, less than 1 hour from airport
• Family: Board games, indoor play area, kids' outdoor play equipment
• Packages: Long stay, romantic, and adventure vacation packages