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Twisted Palms Lodge & Restaurant

2.0 star property
Beachfront lodge in Bwejuu with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Twisted Palms Lodge & Restaurant offers an oceanfront retreat with a beach bar, white sand beach, and sun loungers. Enjoy a fresh breakfast on the terrace or indulge in seafood at Twisted Palms Restaurant while taking in ocean views.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach bar
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Ferry terminal shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Family Room, Oceanfront

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Family Room, Oceanfront

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Beach Room, Oceanfront | Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Beach Room, Oceanfront

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hill Room, Garden Area | Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Hill Room, Garden Area

  • Partial ocean view
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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Bwejuu, P.O. Box 1883, Bwejuu, Zanzibar, 0

What's nearby

  • Bwejuu Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Paje Beach - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Kite Centre Zanzibar - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Jambiani Beach - 9 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Pingwe Beach - 10 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 88 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Mapacha - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mr. Kahawa - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shanga Paje - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Corner, Cafe And Bbq - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Oxygen - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Twisted Palms Lodge & Restaurant

  • At Twisted Palms Lodge & Restaurant, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Paje Beach. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Twisted Palms, which serves seafood and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a beach bar, a terrace, and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets stay free
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
    • Ferry terminal shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Beach bar
  • Room service

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Beach volleyball
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Snorkeling
  • Windsurfing
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 8 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2004
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony/patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Twisted Palms - This beachfront restaurant specializes in seafood and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between April 24 and June 9.

Policies

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.

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have elevators.

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

This property accepts credit cards.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Also known as

Twisted Palms Bwejuu

Twisted Palms Lodge

Twisted Palms Lodge Bwejuu

Twisted Palms Lodge & Restaurant Hotel Bwejuu

Twisted Palms Lodge & Restaurant Zanzibar/Bwejuu

Twisted Palms Lodge And Restaurant

Twisted Palms Lodge Restaurant

Twisted Palms & Restaurant

Twisted Palms Lodge & Restaurant Lodge

Twisted Palms Lodge & Restaurant Bwejuu

Twisted Palms Lodge & Restaurant Lodge Bwejuu

Frequently asked questions

Is Twisted Palms Lodge & Restaurant currently open?

The property is closed between April 24 and June 9.

Does Twisted Palms Lodge & Restaurant offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Twisted Palms Lodge & Restaurant does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Twisted Palms Lodge & Restaurant?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Twisted Palms Lodge & Restaurant?

Yes, pets stay free.

Is parking offered on site at Twisted Palms Lodge & Restaurant?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Twisted Palms Lodge & Restaurant?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Twisted Palms Lodge & Restaurant?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in is available.

What is there to do at Twisted Palms Lodge & Restaurant and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like windsurfing, fishing, and snorkeling. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Twisted Palms Lodge & Restaurant?

Yes, Twisted Palms offers alfresco dining, seafood, and ocean views.

Does Twisted Palms Lodge & Restaurant have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.

What's the area around Twisted Palms Lodge & Restaurant like?

Twisted Palms Lodge & Restaurant is located a short 4-minute walk from Bwejuu Beach.

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Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

PARFAIT

Nous avons passé 2 semaine dans un environnement idéal. Un manager a l'écoute une équipe serviable et agréable, gentil. une vue et une situation idyllique sur une plage de 10 km de sable blanc face un récif de corail. Lecture, farniente, baignade chaleur ....yes so roots
12-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay on the beach in Bwejuu

We had a very relaxing stay for a week at twisted palms. They owners and staff were amazing! Very attentive and friendly. The food was very good. We tried the Bellevue down the way one night. Compared to the twisted palms, the food was overpriced and very small portions. We had a beachfront bungalow and it was nice being right up front to hear and see the ocean. Very nice pool also. Made friends there that we will stay in touch with.
Penelope, 7-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Hjælpsom vend og ejer.

Virkelig rare ejer og ven
Verified

8/10 Very good

EMPLACEMENT IDEAL SUR LA PLAGE SI CHAMBRE AVC VUE

LES CHAMBRES A 60EUROS SONT SUPERBEMMMENT BIEN PLACé SUR LA PLAGE...A LOMBRE ET WIFI LES AUTRES A 40 SONT EN PLEIN SOLEIL SUR COLLINE...NE JAMAIS RESERVER LES MOINS CHERE..PLUS DE WIFI ET ESCALIER CHALEUR
Verified

8/10 Very good

Wunderschöner Strand mit Bungalow

Hat uns sehr gut gefallen, sehr ruhig u. sehr nette Leute,wenig luxus, was uns nicht störte.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A Holiday in Paradise !!

What a wonderful holiday....a big thankyou to Dave for organising everything to perfection. Taxi to and from the Airport,motorbike and even special wishes at the Bar.Twisted Palms is idylic ,in the morning you can stroke the local Monkeys before going to a healthy breakfast of fresh local fruit. The staff were exceptional and a special thanks to Antonio the manager.Everyday the rooms are sprayed against insects and a mosquito net is placed over the bed. we couldn´t have wished for a more perfect relaxing holiday,once again a big thankyou to Dave and his team,they fullfilled every wish we had !!
Verified

6/10 Good

Einfaches Hotel am Strand mit Verbesserungsbedarf

Das Hotel ist sehr einfach aber ok. Geärgert haben uns vor allem die Preise für angebotene Touren und das Essen im Restaurant. Die Touren werden teilweise zum dreifachen Preis angeboten- es lohnt sich daher bei den umliegenden Hotels die Preise zu erfragen und zu verhandeln. Die Preise für ein Mittag- oder Abendessen sind sehr hoch- die Strandlage und das geringe Angebot an umliegenden Restaurants wird hier ausgenutzt. Die Preise wären eventuell noch rechtfertigen, wenn die Portionen ausreichen würden- leider reicht 1 Essen pro Person nicht aus, sodass die Rechnung am Ende sehr hoch ist. Generell muss man für alles extra zahlen. Das Frühstück, welches inklusive ist ist bestenfalls ein Snack! Das Personal ist nett, jedoch habe wir uns ständig beobachtet gefühlt, da mehr Personal als Gäste vor Ort war. Im Hotel selbst haben wir uns sicher gefühlt- der Strand ist leider nicht ganz so sicher. Insgesamt ist das Hotel ok für wenig Ansprüche und die Strandlage ist wirklich toll.
Verified

6/10 Good

On the beach, rooms eh.

The rooms were mediocre. If they had slightly brighter lights, that would have been helpful in making it a bit more appealing. There were also lots of power outages and the generator either wasn't on or they didn't have one -- which also meant no running water to shower or flush toilets. It was a little too "budget". The staff was very nice. Flora the waitress was great and helpful. The location was also good.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Coup de coeur

Nous avons aimé la chaleur de l'accueil, la qualité du personnel, l'ambiance générale et la tranquillité; prendre nos repas dans le restaurant sur pilotis; voir la plage s'animer au rythme des marées; aller voir le coucher de soleil dans des endroits sublimes….A bientôt
Verified

8/10 Very good

nöjda paret

Det var fantastik ställe för oss .nära have,en enkel å mysig hotel med väldight trevliga å hjälpsama personaler,
Verified

8/10 Very good

Et deilig sted uten stress av noe slag.

Vi hadde et deilig opphold,og var heldige med været. Dette er et rolig og behagelig sted. Men hengekøyer på utsiden av rommene og rommene ligger på stranda. Tidevannet gjør at vannet kommer helt opp til strandkanten først ved 13- tiden, men dette er noe man vender seg til.Rommet var ikke det helt store, viften bråket som et uvær og badet var meget godt brukt. Men det var ikke der vi skulle oppholde oss så for oss ble ikke det noe stort minus. Restauranten var grei, god frokost med frukt og litt forskjellig. Litt utfordrende om du ikke er glad i sjømat, fordi det ikke var noen særlig med alternativer på menyen. Men alt i alt en deilig opplevelse, fikk slappet godt av og lest bok. Finnes ikke stress på dette stedet. Personalet er hyggelige og vi følte oss godt ivaretatt. Kommer gjerne tilbake.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Schöner Strand, sehr ruhige Lage und super netter Besitzer. Das essen ist auch sehr zu empfehlen. Das Team der angestellten ist auch sehr nett und hilfsbereit. Um einheimisch zu essen und Besorgungen zu machen, kann man am besten nach Paje fahren ( ca. 10 Minuten mit daladala) Wir hatten eine sehr schöne und entspannte Zeit!
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Vegetale:)

Great hotel and super friendly staff . Good food in the restaurant and cozy location .
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Helt fantastisk ophold!

Vi havde et helt fantastisk ophold på Twisted Palms. Ejerne og medarbejderne er de mest imødekommende, vi nogensinde har mødt på et hotel. Maden var god og fisken var frisk. Værelset blev rengjort hver dag, og vores tøj blev vasket. Vi havde 6 rigtig dejlige dage og nætter på hotellet. Det kan varmt anbefales! Området var også skønt, skønne strande og gode muligheder for at arrangere ture rundt på øen, som hotellets ejere hjertens gerne hjælper med, så man ikke ender med at betale for meget!
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great place to stay

Very relaxing. Rooms were basic but clean. The staff and management were friendly and efficient. The food in the restaurant was fine and the menu changed daily. It's a quiet, peaceful location (just what we wanted) about an hour's drive from Stone Town. The beach is clean, though swimming isn't easy because of the tides. Would definitely stay here again.
Verified

8/10 Very good

Prima hotel en locatie voor rust...

Prima hotel, lekker ontbijt inclusief geserveerd met fruit. Na een week heb je het er wel mee gehad (steeds pannenkoeken etc..). Locatie van het hotel is aan de noord-oost kant. Hier gaat maar 1 weg heen en met de auto is dit bijna een uur rijden naar Stonetown. Geen idee hoe lang met een dala dala, maar ik zou het niet eens willen proberen. Overdag is er van 's ochtends tot 's avonds GEEN zee ivm eb! Let hier dus op. Paar minuutjes verderop kan je wel al normaal zwemmen (blue lagoon). Verder kan je naar het noorden rijden, duurt wel ook even, maar daar is swim-all-day. Hotel is wel prima, hele aardige eigenaren (italianen). Personeel is ook in orde. Kamer wordt elke dag schoon gemaakt en naar wens ook elke dag nieuwe handdoeken (dit doen ze trouwens met handwas schoonmaken, ze hebben geen wasmachine). Verder zonde dat er geen internet is, maar bij de buren is wel gratis internet als je daar een drankje gaat doen :)
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great honeymoon destination

My wife and I recently stayed here for two nights on our honeymoon. The location is wonderfully tranquil and the owners were very helpful. Wish we had more time to stay longer.
Verified

6/10 Good

Bon hotel

cadre excellent et emplacement ideal pour rayonner dans l île.. Les chambres bien que spatieuses manquent peut être d aération : elles restent humides malgré le ménage qui semble correct. Le staff est irréprochable cependant À recommander si on n'est pas très regardant sur le confort, et la literie...
Verified

8/10 Very good

Remote and calm hide-away

Twisted Palms is a cute and simple place on a quiet beach in south Zanzibar. There's nothing much to do here: no wifi, no nightlife, no town.. Only the beach and simple bungalows, which makes it the perfect hide-away. The staff is very friendly and helpful, and if you get bored with doing nothing tours (eg snorkling, dolphin swimming) and taxis can easily be arranged.
Verified

8/10 Very good

Einfache Unterkunft direkt am Strand

Zimmer sind überraschend geräumig. Gewöhnungsbedürftig ist allerdings, dass die "Tür" zum Badezimmer aus einem Vorhang besteht. Abgesehen davon ein sehr angenehmer Aufenthalt. Frühstück war im Preis inbegriffen. Leider nicht sehr reichhaltig (etwas Obst und ein Omelette), dafür aber sehr gut. Wer nett nachfragt, bekommt auch einen Nachschlag ;) Personal ist immer freundlich und hilfsbereit. Inhaber (italinisches Ehepaar) sind auch sehr nett.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastiskt

Vi ville ha en avslappnande semester utan "måsten" med sol, bad, bra mat och bra service. Det fick vi. Twisted Palms var helt fantastiskt. Ganska enkelt men charmigt boende, rent och snyggt. Fantastisk restaurang med bra mat och sååå bra personal Ägarna Laura och Reanato har verkligen lyckats göra Twisted Palms till något speciellt. Vi tillbringade 11 dagar där men kunde ha stannat längre. Vi kommer rekommendera detta till alla våra vänner som vill ha en lugn och skön semester och hoppas att vi själva åker tillbaka en dag.
Verified

8/10 Very good

Schöne Lodge mit Restaurant am Ozean

Alles gut, nette Besitzer und Personal, sehr hilfsbereit
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great location and fantastic service!

I loved the Twisted Palms. It is off a non-touristy beach which gives the feeling of having your own private beach. The place is run by an Italian couple who are very friendly. I would definitely recommend it if you are looking for somewhere quiet and affordable. The only problem is that it is a good 3 hours away from the tourist beaches and an hour from central Zanzibar. But all beaches are almost 1 to 2 hours away from the town centre anways.
Verified

8/10 Very good

Herlig ferie

Egen bungalow. 30 m fra kilometervis hvit strand og restaurant med områdets beste kjøkken. Deilig med paradisferie uten turistkaos. Skal vi til Zanzibar igjen kommer vi hit. To voksne og en 12 åring hadde det helt topp selv med en og annen regndag. Liv & Arvid, Norge
Verified

6/10 Good

Beautiful location - damp rooms

Beutiful location with a nice strip of beach, this hotel did offer good service and friendly staff. Unfortunately, the rooms felt really damp and stuffy, and we had the feeling the beds were moldy according to the smell. Our neighbours shared the same thoughts. Food was good and not expensive but nothing special, and there were plenty of hotels in the vicinty where the food was better where we ate most of the nights. Breakfast included a starter with some fruit, followed by either two pancakes or a fried egg and bread as well as tea and coffee. It was OK, but the mango-juice that was served each morning had a ton of ginger in it wasn't so good.