Overview
Bawe Island represents the essence of pure 5* luxury where privacy and exclusivity are part of an exotic island welcome. Only 15 minutes by speedboat to Stone Town Zanzibar, the island within an island enchants with its abundant flora and beautiful lagoon crested with a sweeping white beach and a collection of 70 villas including the first overwater villas in Zanzibar, each with private pool and huge terrace offering spectacular sunrise and sunset ocean views. An exquisite addition to The Cocoon Collection. A new destination for honeymooners and direct connection by helicopter with the most prestigious safari lodges in Tanzania, Bawe Island is the ultimate haven of escapism. Chic and contemporary minimalist African décor creates a relaxing environment with soothing earth-coloured tones in welcoming spaces throughout the resort.
At a Glance
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Location | Bawe Island, off the west coast of Zanzibar (near Stone Town), Tanzania. |
| Transfer time | Approx. 30 mins by car + 15 mins speedboat from Stone Town; helicopter transfer available. |
| Number of accommodations | 70 villas (private pool) |
| Dining venues | 5 venues including The Sand, Sinfonia, Rising Sun, The Beach Club (adults only) and The View bar. |
| Spa & wellness | Spa by Healing Earth (or equivalent), gym, yoga/pilates, pools and water-sports. |
| Awards | Winner of “Zanzibar’s Leading Luxury Resort 2025” at the World Travel Awards. |
| Ideal for | Private-island luxury, couples, families, honeymoon, beach & wellness retreat |
Room Type
Accommodating 2 to 9 guests, spacious living in each independent villa offers a private pool and butler service. Guests are indulged with four-poster beds and double-ended baths along with ample outdoor living spaces overlooking the ocean.
Sunrise Villa
A villa on the island’s east side offering serene sunrise vistas and a spacious living area with a daybed that converts to a bed.
200 sqm
Maximum Occupancy: 3 Adults
Ocean view
Sunset Suite
A suite located on the west side, with elevated space, a four-poster bed, and capacity for two adults plus two children.
240 sqm
Maximum Occupancy: 2 Adults plus 2 Children
Magnificent African sunset
Zanzibar Villa
A beachfront villa featuring two bedrooms, a corner bar, in-villa kitchen, private pool, garden and direct beach access.
310 sqm
Maximum Occupancy: 6 Adults
Direct access to the beach
Lagoon Suite with Pool
A over-water villa floating above the crystal lagoon, complete with a private terrace, pool, and dedicated butler.
170 sqm
Maximum Occupancy: 3 Adults
Sultan Palace
A two-level luxury sanctuary accommodating up to nine guests with a ground-floor living area and a stunning upper-level “Sultan” bedroom.
500 sqm
Maximum Occupancy: 9 Adults
Dining
Bawe Island invites guests to a variety of gastronomic experiences including Italian, Teppanyaki and local cuisine, each in a unique setting. A favourite cocktail awaits at The View with live music to accompany another spectacular sunset.
THE SAND
The main barefoot-luxury restaurant, where you dine over soft sand and enjoy live cooking stations for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
RISING SUN
An interactive Teppanyaki experience under an ancient baobab tree, blending theatrical cooking with rich Japanese flavours.
THE VIEW BAR
A sky-high bar overlooking the Indian Ocean, perfect for signature cocktails, live music and unforgettable sunsets.
SINFONIA
A refined Italian trattoria serving wood-fired pizzas and fresh pasta in a relaxed, elegant setting.
THE BEACH CLUB
A chilled, adults-only beachfront spot (10 am–6 pm) specialising in high-quality comfort food.
SPA
The resort’s spa and wellness centre is anchored by the brand Healing Earth, offering rituals rooted in African wellness traditions, alongside a fully-equipped gym (by Technogym), yoga/pilates platform, water-sports base, tennis and padel courts. Guests can savour treatments indoors and outdoor in pavillions, find private pool terraces, and enjoy a gentle barefoot-luxury pace in a lush island environment.
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£7039pp
