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Cristal Resort

3.5 star property
Family-friendly beachfront location with 2 outdoor pools

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Deluxe Bungalow, Sea View | Beach/ocean view
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Bungalow, Sea View | Exterior
Experience the tropical vibe at Cristal Resort, where lush gardens meet vibrant nightlife. Unwind on the sun-kissed beach or by one of two pools, and enjoy activities like cycling or a playground for kids.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
Bungalow, Sea View | Beach/ocean view

On the beach

This hotel is located on the beach. Noteworthy nearby activities include snorkeling and windsurfing.

On the beach
On the beach

Room options

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Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Bungalow, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Bungalow, Sea View | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Bungalow, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
Desk
In-room safe
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Bungalow, Sea View | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Bungalow, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
Paje Beach, Paje, 3917

What's nearby

  • Paje Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Jambiani Beach - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Bwejuu Beach - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Kuza Cave - 8 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 49 min drive

About this property

Cristal Resort

Family-friendly hotel near Paje Beach
At Cristal Resort, you can look forward to a nightclub, a terrace, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. The on-site restaurant offers lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance
  • 1 meeting room, luggage storage, and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Cristal Resort have comforts such as safes and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Balconies or patios, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Nightclub
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between April 4 and June 2.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50.00 per person (one way)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Cristal Resort Paje
Cristal Resort
Cristal Paje
Cristal Resort Ltd Hotel Zanzibar
Cristal Hotel Zanzibar
Cristal Hotel Ltd
Cristal Resort Zanzibar Island/Paje
Cristal Resort Paje
Cristal Resort Hotel
Cristal Resort Hotel Paje

Frequently asked questions

Does Cristal Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is Cristal Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cristal Resort?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cristal Resort?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Cristal Resort?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Cristal Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 50.00 per person applies.

Where is Cristal Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this Paje hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Paje Beach and Maalum Cave Pool. Jambiani Beach and Kite Centre Zanzibar are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Cristal Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 53 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

DEIDRE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location of the hotel is great because it is on the beachfront. On arrival I was checked into the incorrect room and the hotel only realized 2 nights after, they did offer me free dinner for 2 nights to make up for the misunderstanding. The hotel is clean. The food at the restaurant is not the greatest for the money you pay and the waitron staff need to learn more English in order to communicate better with no misunderstanding. Over all stay was pleasurable.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Thanks Cristal Resort

Amazing stay with wonderful sea view and sweet and nice staff, always available and kind to the guest. The prices are very accessible. However the breakfast could be improved with more varieties.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hôtel très agréable et un personnel charmant
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doreen

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jason R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent! Will stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Amanda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Location

Parking available in front. Great beach location. Restaurant onsite and friendly staff. Room was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Das Personal ist sehr freundlich und sehr bemüht. Der direkte Sand vor jeder Hütte mit Palmen und direktem Strandzugang ist ein Traum.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022

4/10 Poor

Giulia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not good

Wifi didnt work. Coffee is instant. Lighting and decoration in the room is poor. Bad condition and over priced compared to nicer places next door
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

6/10 Okay

Sehou ulric

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2021

4/10 Poor

Wen Jie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Yasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

El lugar es un paraíso!! 😁😁😎👌

El lugar es mágico, bungalows directamente en la playa, el agua del mar cristalina y preciosa. Hay varios tipos de bungalows el nuestro no tenía aire acondicionado, solo ventilador, pero también los hay con aire más caros. La wifi no funcionaba, la estaban arreglando.. Yo volvería encantada.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness
Dåligt att inte få ta med sig snacks in på hotellet, speciellt eftersom man inte kunde köpa nåt snacks där.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Jane Nyruo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Die Lage ist super. Personal war sehr freundlich .Nicht gefallen hat uns ,dass vom Schlafraum in die Toillette alles offen war. Keine Klimaanlage,
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The location is great. The staff are friendly. The accommodation needs a refurbishment and new linens. The Palm restuaraunt service is very slow and each time we sent our food back because it was cold there was ko improvement.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great pool! But all roofs are covered with plastic because of deferred maintenance. Killed 4 Cockroach in the bathroom, not the small ones! Nice garden and beach, you can walk easily to other restaurants in Paje on the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bianchin, Annecy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
magnifique plage en face des bungalows, logement très authentique sur pilotis ! jolie chambre spacieuse ! un bel établissement où il fait bon farniente !
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Il Resort si trova in una buonissima posizione (Paje) leggermente più arretrato rispetto alla spiaggia privata con lettini e ombrelloni in legno. Questo fa si che gli alloggi non siano a ridosso della spiaggia (a differenza di altri resort della zona). Davanti alla zona reception c'è una piscina ben riparata dal vento. La spiaggia è controllata di giorno e notte dai Masai. Il ristorante è fra i migliori in zona sia come offerta sia come qualità, di conseguenza i prezzi sono un po' più alti degli altri. Noi abbiamo alloggiato al secondo piano della villa (una caseggiato Bianco con vista spiaggia). Letto comodo e provvisto di zanzariera, cassaforte con chiave nell'armadio, aria condizionata. Ho messo 3 stelle anziché 4 per due motivi: 1) Nonostante la villa costi un po' di più degli altri è davvero spartano ed da l'impressione di trasandatezza anche se pulita, il mobile per i vestiti non utilizzabile perchè le mensole sono in legno grezzo (neppure levigato) con il rischio di rovinare gli indumenti. Gli asciugamani della doccia, anche se sono stati cambiati quasi ogni gg, hanno tutti una riga di ruggine (probabilmente del cavo dove vengono appesi ad asciugare). Basterebbe un po' di cura di questi dettagli (che sono alla portata di Zanzibar a mio parere) per essere all'altezza del costo leggermente superiore. 2) Abbiamo prenotato il transfer di ritorno per le 5 di mattina ma il giorno della partenza il taxi non si è presentato
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bungalows en pleine nature, personnel charmant, bonne cuisine et plage magnifique avec parasols et transats à disposition.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rien de m’a plu ma chambre était sale les serviettes avaient des taches ne sentaient pas bon. Au sol ils y avaient des dizaines de fourmis qui se promenaient. 2 araignées sur les murs, 2 lézards dans les lampes de chevet. Autour de la chambre des palmiers coupés la zone était complètement à l’abandon. J’ai passé une nuit horrible
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cristal resort ligger jättefint på stranden intill havet. Utsikten var fantstisk. Överlag trivdes vi mycket bra. Vi kan tänka oss flera mindre förändringar för att få det fantastiskt. Tex hade vi en liten uteplats vid vår bungalow, men inga möbler. Där skulle vi gärna suttit i några sköna loungemöbler.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2019