Down a rough track from the main road through Bububu, Imani is a quiet, friendly and spacious place. My room (a double) had full mossie net, a/c and a small shower-room and had loads of room for my enormous bags. The restaurant where I had several breakfasts and dinners was excellent - service was Zanzibar style - relaxed and very... more

I arrived here in late January 2009 with a friend from Australia at the end of a 4 week Tanzania trip only planning to stay in Zanzibar for the last two days of our trip.... well, lets just say, I left ten days later with the love of my life.... literally...! Not only did Simon (our humble owner) make our... more

Less than half an hour away from the airport and only fifteen from Stonetown, this place was perfect; the sandy bay was bereft of other tourists and the locals were really friendly - they even took us fishing one evening! The hotel is really cosy and the staff were extremely attentive. The food was outstanding and the staff happily cooked... more

we were so excited to visit imani after reading all the good reviews on tripadvisor & after preparing ourselves mentally, emotionally & physically for a good, long break! needless to say, we were overwhelmingly dissappointed! but before i continue, i will point out 2 things - simon, the owner & his staff are all wonderful, friendly & helpful! also, a... more

Simon, the owner was having lunch in Stone Town when we rang him just before the Ferry landed. So he came by and picked us up and took us back to the Villa. The dirt track to the Vila leaves a lot to be desired, but hopefully it will get fixed soon. The room we had was large with two... more

The staff was very friendly as well the owner. They helped me with all my queston, organised trips and helped to make my own trips The room was lovely and cleaned every day. The location was out of the city of Stonetown, very quiet with an own private beach, no other tourists. You really live in the Zanzibar community. I... more

We loved Imani Beach Villa! We felt right at home from the moment we arrived. The rooms were beautiful and comfortable, the food was wonderful and the entire staff was helpful and welcoming. We took advantage of scheduling a spice tour through the hotel and I highly recommend it. A great experience. Our taste buds thoroughly enjoyed it too! I'll... more

Stayed here for 2 nights in late March 2009. 10 km from Stone Town but easily accessed by taxi for 8-9$ one way or even by daladala (bus). Small boutique resort with less than 10 rooms, relaxed atmosphere. Very service oriented with owner Simon and friendly staff. Wonderful (air conditioned) room, great meals and good fellowship, very reasonable prices. Tours... more

We loved Imani. It was superb value and great being immersed in our surroundings as opposed to being in some huge faceless, nameless hotel. Simon is a fantastic host and really made our stay. We chilled out and chatted every evening over a cocktail or two...and what fantastic cocktails he makes! Simon even took us into Stonetown on a dala... more