Ratings based on 36 Verified Reviews
5.0 Room cleanliness
5.0 Service & staff
5.0 Room comfort
5.0 Hotel condition
Expedia Verified Reviews
by A verified traveler
Posted 10 Nov 2024
We had a phenomenal stay with Passion Boutique Hotel!!
We stayed with them after a trip hiking up Kilimanjaro and it fitted the bill for a total chill out and recharge.
The staff, food, facilities and scenery was above and beyond what we had expected.
Big shout out for Madelina who really looked after us on our stay, ensuring us we had everything we need and everything ran smoothly. She again went above and beyond and our experience was fantastic.
The staff in the restaurant were all fantastic, Anthony, Hassan & Anana really looked after us as well, we didn’t want to leave! We never saw the chef but the cooking was outstanding and we are missing it now when back at home.
I’d highly recommend this place to anyone who is visiting Zanzibar.
Comment from Hotel Management
12 Nov 2024 by Madalina , Hotel Management
Dear Adam,Thank you for taking the time to leave a wonderful review following your stay at Passion Boutique Hotel! the entire Passion family is extremely delighted to learn that their genuine efforts in making your stay memorable have been truly appreciated and recognised. We hope to get the chance to welcoming you all in the future for another Island experience. Our kind wishes from all at Passion Boutique Hotel ! Madalina
by A verified traveler
Posted 10 Aug 2024
Hinestly, this is by far the best place to stay in Jambiani. Assuming you prefer a quieter place than Paje, then this is the place to be. The personal service you get from the hotel manager is next to none! It is very secluded and the food is superb.
Comment from Hotel Management
12 Aug 2024 by Madalina , Hotel Management
Dear Timmi,We thank you for taking the time and sharing your recent experience with us at Passion Boutique Hotel! We can’t thank you enough for the kind words and appreciation. Was truly a pleasure meeting you both and we hope to get the chance to welcoming you back in the future. We wish you both all the best and only wonderful memories in your adventures in Africa! :) Kindest regards,Madalina
by A verified traveler
Posted 2 May 2024
This has to be one of the best hotels I have stayed in..ever! And I am not a novice traveller, I’ve stayed in lots of luxury hotel chains but the aesthetics, customer service and vibe at this beautiful boutique tops them all.
I had a feeling I would enjoy my stay at booking when the manager Madalina messaged me. There was something about her messages that made me feel special and that the hotel wanted to do everything to assure my stay was comfortable.
When I arrived I was upgraded to one of their best rooms, overlooking the sea, it the was most beautiful stay. Madalina and the staff made me feel at home. If you wanted to do something the hotel would book for you, ensured you got back safe and you didn’t have to pay a single penny until check out.
The food was also amazing, I would say on the slightly pricier side but one of the best things about the breakfast in particular was that there was no end time. SO you could eat when you wanted! I don’t think I experienced a hotel that does this. It just made the whole experience amazing.
At the end of my stay the hotel provided a thoughtful gift. It’s a place that I will recommend to my friends and if I were to ever return to Zanzibar it’s the first place on my list to stay again.
Other hotels really need to take a leaf out of this places book!
Thank you Madalina and team for an amazing stay!
Comment from Hotel Management
25 May 2024 by Madalina , Hotel Management
Dear Kara,Thank you for taking the time out to provide such an amazing and detailed review following your most recent stay at Passion Boutique Hotel in Zanzibar. All our staff members will be delighted to learn their efforts to provide attentive service and genuine hospitality were appreciated and recognized. We are truly delighted to learn that all aspects of your stay have been wonderful from your arrival to departure day.The Passion family is looking forward to welcoming you again in Zanzibar in the not-so-distant future. Warm regards from the sunny Zanzibar! Madalina
by A verified traveler
Absolutely incredible
Posted 19 Mar 2024 on HotelsThis was absolutely the most amazing hotel to stay in in Zanzibar. From the moment I booked, Madaline the hotel manager was in constant communication with me to make sure everything was set for my stay. The property itself is a boutique hotel with only 8-9 rooms (with beautiful balconies right on the ocean) and every guest is truly treated like royalty. The rooms are absolutely gorgeous and so clean. I was greeted after my late flight at the hotel by Madaline with an amazing dinner and a welcome drink brought to my room. Breakfast is served at any time during the day (including when I woke up the first day at 2p), and the waiter Sylvestre is the absolute best. The drinks and the food are incredible and include fresh seafood every night for lunch and dinner.
Madaline helped plan every detail of the rest of my weekend, including an in-room massage the day of, dinner at an amazing restaurant, a spa treatment down the street, and a catamaran snorkeling tour last minute. She was so attentive to every last detail, and her and Abu were there to welcome me at the front desk every time I came home, and walked me personally to the car to say goodbye with my bags at the end of my stay. This place truly felt like home and I can’t wait to come back! Thank you for everything!!
Comment from Hotel Management
30 Mar 2024 by Madalina , Hotel Management
Dear Lilly,Thank you for taking the time out to provide such an amazing and detailed review following your most recent stay at Passion Boutique Hotel in Zanzibar. All our staff members will be delighted to learn their efforts to provide attentive service and genuine hospitality were appreciated and recognised. We are truly delighted to learn that all aspects of your stay have been wonderful from your arrival to departure day.The Passion family is looking forward to welcoming you again in Zanzibar in the not-so-distant future. Warm regards from the sunny Zanzibar! Madalina
by A verified traveler
Posted 6 Aug 2023
This is with out a doubt one of the best hotels I've ever stayed at. Small, quaint with excellent customer service and delicious food. The rooms are beautifully decorated, views are unmatched. Really the perfect place for a restful few days in Jambiani. Staff will go out of their way to make your stay as perfect as possible. Do not pass on this place, the only thing I regret is not living closer so I could visit often
Comment from Hotel Management
25 Aug 2023 by Laura, Hotel Management
Dear Daniela,Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to create a review, we appreciate it so much!We’re glad we could make your holiday in Zanzibar as pleasant and relaxing as possible. Ourmission is to create a personalized hotel experience for each one of our guests and hearing such positive feedback from you means so much!It was a pleasure having you in our hotel, we hope to see you again!Kind Regards,Passion team
by A verified traveler
Posted 5 Mar 2023
I can only give superlatives for this property. Everything is near perfect.
- the room was big, luxurious, comfortable and very well decorated
- the staff is helpful, friendly and is always smiling
- management is understanding, flexible and at your service
- the food is very tasteful (I particularly appreciate the whole-day breakfast formula)
- the hotel is beautiful and amazing. You have enough deckchairs for all the guests.
Nice terrasses where you can enjoy the warm evenings.
This is really a 5 star hotel. It’s worth every penny.
I can only recommend this hotel.
Thank you for having made our trip so wonderful.
Comment from Hotel Management
8 May 2023 by Diana Plata, Hotel Management
Dear Nicolas, Thank you for your kind words. We are beyond happy that you felt looked after and relaxed while you stayed with us. We are very proud of the friendly nature of our staff which is the heart of our hotel. Sending you warm wishes from Zanzibar. Many thanks, Diana and the rest of Passion Team
by A verified traveler
Posted 21 Nov 2022
We loved our stay at Passion Boutique! The rooms are beautifully designed and really comfortable. The staff were incredible - special shoutout to Benjamin, Laura and Michka who couldn't have been more helpful. The food is also impeccable and a really good range - the vegetable Swahili and Masala curries were a huge hit! We stayed 6 nights but wish it was longer.
Comment from Hotel Management
7 Jan 2023 by Passion Team, Hotel Management
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to create a review, it is truly appreciated.It was a pleasure having you at our hotel, we hope to see you again!
by A verified traveler from Astoria
Posted 19 Sep 2022
The Property was gorgeous and the staff were beyond excellent in anticipating all needs and being super friendly and accommodating. I truly enjoyed my experience but more so was impressed with the staff in being so attentive and going above and beyond numerous times.
Comment from Hotel Management
13 Nov 2022 by Laura & Passion Team, Hotel Management
Dear Wafa,Thank you so much for your wonderful words about your stay at Passion Boutique Hotel. We are truly delighted to know you had such a memorable, relaxing, and pleasant Zanzibar experience. Your compliments regarding our attentive, kind, and friendly staff have warmed our hearts. Hosting you was a pleasure and we hope to see you back at Passion in the future!Warmest Wishes,Laura & Passion Team
by A verified traveler
Posted 18 Apr 2022 on Hotels
Comment from Hotel Management
20 May 2022 by Laura, Hotel Management
Thank you for the highest note !!
Invite you next time!!
by A verified traveler
Posted 11 Aug 2021 on Hotels
Our stay was amazing ! The hotel, the service, the friendliness and professionalism of the staff was all amazing ! The hotel is newly built,
in beautiful design with all natural wood and stone with meticoulosly chosen details, spacious room - we were 2 adults and 2 teenage boys staying in superior room. Room was very clean, comfortable bed and beautiful view from the room to infinity pool. Good and pleasant restaurant to sit in during all hours of the day, very tasty breakfast and the amazing staff prepared dishes not on the menu especially for us and our kids that are picky in food ! Definitely 5 stars plus plus service! All staff and especially Laura and Tyron are always happy to help with anything you need or even didn't think of yet (!), definitely the best service we ever received in any hotel so far(and we travel a lot).We definitely recommend this hotel, and we ourselves will definitely be back!
I highly recommend fish dishes on restaurant's menu, my kids loved pasta Bolognese and burgers with french fries they prepared especially for us despite not being on the menu :)
Comment from Hotel Management
22 Aug 2021 by Laura, Hotel Management
Dear Andrea,
Your special review brought us so much pleasure - thank you, it is highly appreciated.
There is nothing nicer for a Hotel Team than to read that friendly associates and welcoming interiors created the best environment possible to make your stay a memorable one.
Judging by your comments I feel we succeeded!
With kind regards
Laura
General Manager
