Baraza, Zanzibar is opening on 15th December 2008. Baraza lies on the south eastern coast of the island of Zanzibar, along the award winning Bwejuu beach, recently voted by Conde Nast as one of the top 30 island beaches in the world.
Baraza is situated on a 400 metre stretch of fine sand beach, with a coral reef facing the beach that runs down the eastern shore of Zanzibar. Baraza offer’s unparalleled standards of luxury on the Islands of Zanzibar. This beautiful resort evokes the heritage of Zanzibar dating back to the era of the Sultans. A fusion of Arabic, Swahili and Indian design, with beautiful arches, intricate hand carved cement décor, beautiful antiques, hand made furniture and intricate brass lanterns,
There are 14 one bedroom villas and 15 two bedroom villas, as well as one Presidential two bedroomed suite. All the villas are designed to characterize classic Swahili architecture featuring dramatic arches, cement baraza benches and intricate hand carved cement decorations. The spacious villas feature luxury interiors, beautiful fabrics, hand carved furniture and brass lanterns, large bathrooms with luxury fittings as well as a spacious terrace and private plunge pool. There are four different villa categories at Baraza and one Presidential Villa.
As well as the main dining room and breakfast restaurant there is a pool bar and a poolside lunch restaurant, there is also a wonderful Sheesha Bar (open evenings only).
Facilities include The Frangipani Spa located in tropical gardens offering a world-class selection of facilities, health and beauty treatments. It also offers yoga classes. There is a main swimming pool, tennis court, fitness centre, watersports centre, PADI scuba diving centre, library, meeting room and boutique.
Baraza is approximately a 50 minute drive from the Airport or Stone Town.