Xanadu Villas is one of the most luxurious boutique hotels on Zanzibar. With six private villas and striking architecture set against the palm-fringed beach of the Michamvi Peninsula, it aims to be a sophisticated and exclusive beach retreat. Modern design is balanced by traditional Zanzibari touches such as makuti thatch, dhow-wood furniture and local artwork. But what really makes Xanadu Villas stand out is the attention to detail; every aspect has been carefully considered, from the handmade soaps in the bathrooms to the tropical landscaped gardens. The result is a stylish, elegant hotel where everything appears to work seamlessly.
Xanadu Villas consists of six individually designed villas, with either one or two bedrooms, all providing a very high level of luxury. Bright African batik cushions and fabrics add the occasional splash of colour to a fairly neutral colour palette of pale greys and clean whites. Much of the furniture is bespoke, having been designed and created specifically for Xanadu; They have beautiful wardrobes and wooden sofas created from reclaimed dhow sailing boats. All villas come with a private butler who can be reached 24 hours a day via the radio in the bedroom.
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