The places to compare
| Hotel | Type | Why pick it | Its limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa | Luxury, villas of one to five bedrooms | On Paje beach; One Key in the Michelin Guide | Sizes contradict (21 rooms, or 11 villas and 3 rooms) |
| Paje By Night | Kitesurfers' hotel by the lagoon | Kite centre inside the hotel | Tide: check before booking |
| Baraza Resort & Spa (Bwejuu) | 30 villas with private pools | Garden, calm | Beach subject to the tide; a little north of Paje |
| The Nest Kite Beach Resort, Drifters | Budget, named by a kite guide | Kiters' atmosphere | Facts not collected: check on Booking |
Hotel pick: Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa (Booking score 9.6, read 30 October 2026): in Paje; listed as beachfront, with a pool, guests rate the comfort 9.7. Limit: its lowest Booking sub-score is value for money (8.7).
Hotel pick: Baraza Resort and Spa Zanzibar (Booking score 9.2, read 30 October 2026): in Bwejuu, on Paje Beach; with a private beach area, with a pool, guests rate the comfort 9.7. Limit: its lowest Booking sub-score is value for money (8.0).
Tides and kitesurfing
At low tide the sea is hundreds of metres away: see tides and swimming. Kite conditions are strongest from June to October according to a guide; see kitesurfing in Paje. Schools time their lessons to the tide.
The village and outings
Paje is the handiest area on the east coast for eating and going out: read Paje beach and the Paje and Jambiani guide. Allow about an hour from the airport (from the airport to your hotel). Detailed pages: White Sand and Baraza.
FAQ
Paje or Nungwi?
Paje for kiting and a sporty mood, Nungwi for swimming at any hour.
Can you swim in Paje?
Mostly at high tide.
Which season for kiting?
June to October for the strongest winds, according to a guide.
