Kasha Boutique Luxury Hotel, Zanzibar

Dining: Besides fresh fish and seafood, the chefs will gladly prepare delicious meat, poultry and vegetarian dishes. Special dietary menus can be prepared upon request and with previous notice. Jams and marmalades are made locally and herbs and spices are home grown.

Romantic moonrise dinners can be organized in the villa, at the pool or on the special dining deck overlooking the sea.

Facilities include an idyllic infinity pool perched above the beach, the Lala Spa with body scrubs, facials, massages, and holistic treatments performed in an open environment.

The hotel can organize visits to the small fishing village of Matemwe for those interested in learning about local customs and culture.

Activities include cycling along the beaches, renting a scooter to discover the countryside, water activities such as diving and snorkeling, fishing trips and dhow cruises.

Places to visit include the fragrant Kididhi Spice Farms, the historic Kidichi Persian Baths and the Maruhubi Palace Ruins.

Getting there: the hotel is about one and a half hour drive from Stone Town or Zanzibar International Airport. There are many international airlines that fly straight to ZNZ. Another option is to fly to Dar-es-Salaam and then book a domestic flight to Zanzibar. Airport transfers take about 1 hour and 20 minutes and can be arranged for up to 6 passengers. The price is not included in the rates.

Services include 24 hour reception and limited room service as well as tour operator services for activities, tours, sightseeing, and transfers.