Zanzibar Hospitality Development: Market Insights 2025 — Zanzibar Development News | Zanzibaba

Zanzibar's tourism sector continues its remarkable growth trajectory with international arrivals exceeding 600,000 in 2024. This surge is driving significant hospitality development across the islands.

Current Pipeline

Over 2,000 new hotel rooms are in various stages of planning and construction, including major developments in Nungwi, Kendwa, Fumba, and the emerging east coast destinations.

Development Trends

Eco-luxury resorts with sustainability certifications

Boutique heritage properties in Stone Town

All-inclusive beach resorts on the north and east coasts

Mixed-use developments combining hospitality with residential

Procurement Opportunities

Each new resort represents $3-8M in procurement spend across FF&E, OS&E, kitchen equipment, and building materials.