• Iberostar Hotels & Resorts opens its first hotel in Tanzania, marking a key milestone in its strategy of selective growth in prime beachfront locations.

• Located on Muyuni Beach, the new five-star resort features 358 rooms and a premium holiday experience defined by comfort, gastronomy, and activities deeply connected to the destination’s culture and nature. 

• This opening is part of the company’s €1 billion strategic investment plan through 2028, aimed at driving new developments and renovating existing assets, while reaffirming its commitment to a tourism model focused on people, local communities, and the environment.

Iberostar Hotels & Resorts opens the doors of Iberostar Selection Zanzibar, its first property in Tanzania and a milestone that marks the start of its operations in East Africa. The company reinforces its selective growth model, focused on delivering a premium holiday experience in an exceptional location.

Iberostar Selection Zanzibar: quality, authenticity, and connection

Located directly on Muyuni Beach, one of the island’s most serene stretches of coastline, Iberostar Selection Zanzibar is a five-star resort featuring 358 rooms and suites with privileged views of Mnemba Island, renowned for its coral reefs and vibrant marine life. Joining the Iberostar Selection portfolio, the property was designed to deliver a premium experience inspired by Zanzibar’s relaxed, warm-hearted approach to hospitality.

Its design draws inspiration from the country’s rich cultural heritage, incorporating materials, textures, and palettes that evoke the island’s African and Arabic roots. Spacious rooms and suites, some featuring direct pool access or private pools, complete an offering that brings together relaxation, wellness, and a deep connection to the destination.

Gastronomy stands at the heart of the guest journey, with six restaurants serving international fare and Zanzibar-inspired flavors. Guests can enjoy a curated mix of Indian, Asian, and Italian cuisines, together with beachfront grill specialties that celebrate native ingredients and the island’s rich culinary heritage.

The resort also features outdoor swimming pools, a spa, a fitness center, sports facilities, and an on-site dive center to explore the region’s marine ecosystem. For families, the hotel offers the signature Star Camp children’s program and an Aquafun area with waterslides and splash pads. Those seeking enhanced exclusivity can also enjoy dedicated Star Prestige spaces.

Guests can also enjoy curated experiences rooted in local heritage, such as traditional spice rituals. This sense of place, paired with dedicated adults-only spaces and Iberostar’s signature soul-infused hospitality, guarantees an oasis of serenity deeply connected to the soul of Zanzibar. 

Generating value in destinations through responsible growth

The opening of Iberostar Selection Zanzibar reinforces the company’s commitment to a responsible tourism model that balances profitability with the care of people and the natural environment, integrating the principles of its Iberostar Wave of Change movement from day one.

Iberostar has trained its more than 330 island employees in sustainability and implemented key circular economy measures. Highlights include the establishment of a dedicated ‘3R’ team (reduce, reuse, recycle) and an on-site glass bottling plant that works alongside a network of water dispensers to completely eliminate single-use plastic bottles from the guest experience.

In  Zanzibar, Iberostar sources ethically through 1001 Organic and actively partners with CHAKO, Zanzibar’s first Fair Trade-certified social enterprise, transforming glass and plastic waste into handcrafted pieces seamlessly integrated into the resort’s identity and design.

A new destination in Iberostar’s selective growth strategy

Known as the Spice Island, Zanzibar stands out for its natural wealth, pristine beaches, and rich marine biodiversity. Its multicultural heritage, shaped by African, Arab, and Indian influences, makes the island a unique destination where nature and tradition come together to deliver an authentic experience.

The addition of this new property is part of the company’s €1 billion strategic investment plan through 2028, focused on developing new projects and transforming existing assets.