Ycona Luxury Resort
About this property
Popular facilities
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- Check-in
- From 14:00
- Check-out
- Until 11:00
- Parking
- Free
- Airport shuttle
- Available for a fee
- Late checkout
- Available for a fee
- Luggage storage
- Available
- Room types
- 4
Room Information
Rooms
1 / 6 Honeymoon Beach Front Villa with Pool
- 85 m2
- 1 x Rollaways on demand, 1 x King-size bed 150-183 width
- Housekeeping
- Garden
- Private Pool: 1
- Private Beach Area
- Electric Kettle: 1
- Bikes Available: 3
- Bathroom: 1
- Shower: 1
- Bathtub: 1
- Hairdryer
- Direct dial telephone (extra charge)
- TV
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1 / 6 Jungle Villa
- 50 m2
- 1 x Queen-size bed 150-154 width, 1 x Rollaways on demand
- Terrace
- Safe
- Centrally regulated air conditioning
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Mini fridge
- Minibar
- Bikes Available: 2
- Electric Kettle: 1
- Dining Area
- Garden
- Solarium
- Fitness room
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1 / 6 Luxury Signature Three Bedroom Villa with Pool
- 210 m2
- 1 x King-size bed 150-183 width, 1 x Rollaways on demand, 1 x Queen-size bed 150
- 220V power supply
- Extra beds on demand (extra charge)
- Toiletries
- Desk
- Bathrobes
- Slippers
- Make-up mirror
- Welcome pack
- Satellite TV
- Cable TV
- Dishwasher
- Dining Area
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1 / 6 Luxury Three Bedroom Villas with Pool
- 210 m2
- 1 x King-size bed 150-183 width, 1 x Rollaways on demand, 1 x Queen-size bed 150
- Wi-fi
- Terrace
- Living room: 1
- Safe
- Centrally regulated air conditioning
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Microwave
- Cooker
- Mini fridge
- Fridge
- Minibar
- Kitchen
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Guest reviews
Recent reviews shared by hotel guests
Markus F.
The food was excellent in quality, presentation, and taste, and the property is thoughtfully designed down to the details. Our rooms were stylish, spacious, and impeccably clean. Most of all, we were struck by the staff's warmth. Everyone greeted us with a sincere smile, anticipated our needs, and made us feel valued. The service was discreet and efficient while still feeling personal. Ycona Luxury Resort made it easy to completely unwind. It's a Zanzibar gem, and our stay was exceptional from start to finish. We'd return any time and highly recommend it. A heartfelt thank you to the whole team for making it unforgettable! 🌴✨ Lachmann

Mariam S.
Our honeymoon at Ycona Luxury Resort was a once-in-a-lifetime luxury stay for my husband and me. The serene, special atmosphere and hospitality exceeded our expectations. When I got severely burnt, they responded quickly and attentively, called the doctor who was on site, and he came to give me medicine. I was fine afterward. From arrival onward, everything felt flawless. The resort was very clean, beautifully maintained, and fresh and peaceful throughout. Our villa was spotless and thoughtfully prepared, and it was clear they take pride in maintaining high standards. Every staff member was warm, professional, and attentive, with care for every detail that made us feel welcome and looked after. We're grateful for the memories and would highly recommend it to anyone wanting a true luxury experience and exceptional service.
Christopher H.
My Ocean View Villa was breathtaking, with a private pool, direct ocean access, and elegant interiors that blended modern comfort with privacy. Ycona Luxury Resort sits in lush greenery and natural surroundings, yet the design and comfort feel to a very high standard. The meals were another highlight: beautifully presented breakfasts, lunches, and dinners, all prepared with care. Breakfast was especially impressive, with fresh tropical fruits and gourmet choices served thoughtfully. The staff are the heart of the place, warm, attentive, and ready to help with requests. Their care made the stay personal and effortless. To me, Ycona is a serene escape where nature, elegance, and hospitality come together. It's my hidden gem in East Africa, and I can't wait to return.
Andrei P.
The excursions were a highlight. The resort made them easy to arrange, and they were fascinating, with beautiful scenery, vivid ocean colors, and a glimpse of local life beyond the property. They gave us a nice balance of daytime adventure and returning to comfort and calm. The restaurants were top-notch too, with excellent service and interesting, well-prepared dishes that felt more carefully chosen than standard resort food. We arrived at Ycona Luxury Resort hoping for a few restful days and left feeling we'd experienced the best of Zanzibar. Mornings meant a pool swim, then a short walk to the nearby beach for warm water, palm trees, and complete peace. Service was attentive and professional, with genuine smiles, and never intrusive. We had a memorable stay in a beautiful setting that felt both premium and relaxed. We can't wait to return.
Rebecca F.
The staff are what make Ycona feel magical. They're warm, kind, welcoming, friendly, helpful, and professional, and seem dedicated to making a Zanzibar stay easy and enjoyable. The service, amenities, and food were all excellent. The location and views are stunning, and the rooms were the cleanest I've ever seen in a hotel anywhere in the world, honestly. Airport transfers were smooth and easy, and the resort was quick to respond and communicate. Ycona Luxury Resort really lives up to its name and made our Zanzibar experience one of a kind. Book with them for a great trip, you won't regret it!
Amenities
Everything available at this property
General Services
42 available- Total number of rooms
- Villas
- resort
- American Express
- MasterCard
- Visa
- Maestro
- Visa Electrón
- 24 Hour Reception
- Check In Hour
- Check Out Hour
- Late Check Out
- Mobile phone coverage
- Local and international calls
- Car hire
- Transfer service
- Airport Shuttle
- Room service
- Laundry service
- Launderette
- Medical service
- Multilingual staff
- 24 Hour Security
- Bellboy service
- Air conditioning in public areas
- Smoke detector
- Currency exchange facilities
- Shop
- Terrace
- Concierge
- Sun terrace
- Newspapers
- Luggage room
- Toaster
- Oven
- Clothes dryer
- Grill/BBQ
- Bikes available
- Non Smoking Area
- Smoking area
- Highchairs
- Show cooking
Internet
2 available- Wired Internet
- Wi Fi
Parking
3 available- Car park
- Secure parking
- Valet parking
Meals
6 available- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Swim Up Bar
Pool and beach
1 available- Private pool
Sports
4 available- Bicycle hire service
- Bicycle storage
- Hotel’s own bike shop/workshop
- Gym
Children
1 available- Babysitting service
Room Amenities
1 available- Towels and bed linen
What's nearby
Explore attractions, restaurants and transport around the hotel
8.4 km
25.2 km
11.5 km
2.0 km 24 min walk
Attractions
20- Village Green spice farm zanzibar11.5 km
- Jozani Forest14.1 km
- Big Body Spice Farm19.7 km
- SISO SPICE FARM20.5 km
- Paje Beach21.0 km
Restaurants
20- Tartaruga2.0 km 24 min walk
- Five Palms2.4 km 30 min walk
- Sundown Beach Bar and Restaurant7.8 km
- Wing It by Sunset7.8 km
- Mangroves Sunset Beach Bar & Restaurant7.9 km
Transit
20- Abeid Amani Karume International AirportAirport25.2 km
- Dala-Dala StopBus8.4 km
- KarafuuBus10.3 km
- Kibonde MzunguBus18.7 km
- KisimaniBus19.0 km

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