Ycona Eco-Luxury Resort, Zanzibar

Ycona Eco-Luxury Resort, Zanzibar

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Ycona is a recently opened five-star resort spread across more than 60,000 square metres of tropical forest, garden, and working spice plantation, opening onto its own stretch of white-sand beach. Accommodation is in standalone villas, private and generously equipped. Dining runs across several restaurants, taking in international, Middle Eastern African, Italian, farm-to-table, and fine dining. Days can be filled or left empty as you like: a gym…

  • Rooms: 40 rooms
  • Type: Resort
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  • evajA3247CE2026-09-03

    Wonderful experience

    An exceptional hotel where every guest feels valued, privileged, and truly cared for. The breakfast is excellent, as is the dinner. The entire staff is always available and attentive, ensuring that every guest can enjoy their stay with complete ease and peace of mind. The villas and hotel amenities are truly worthy of a five-star hotel, while being beautifully immersed in nature. This is the best hotel we have stayed at on the island. A special thank you to Anchen, who welcomed us with great professionalism and genuine care from the moment we arrived until our departure, making sure everything was taken care of right until the very end. It was a real pleasure to be looked after by such competent and dedicated people.

  • S6544PQsarar2026-08-19

    Excellent Staff, Delicious Food and unforgettable experience.

    I had an excellent stay at Ycona luxury resort. The staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and helpful throughout our visit. The food was delicious, with a great selection and excellent quality. I was also very impressed with the cleanliness of the hotel—everything was spotless and very well maintained. Overall, the service, food, and cleanliness were all excellent. I had a wonderful experience and would definitely recommend this hotel to others. I look forward to staying here again!

  • Journey397566728502026-07-28

    Impressive First Visit

    ★★★★★ I visited Ycona Luxury Resort while meeting a guest, and I was impressed by the beautiful surroundings and the professional atmosphere. The property looked clean, well maintained, and peaceful. The staff I interacted with were polite and welcoming, and the resort offers stunning views that create a relaxing environment. From my visit, it appears to be a great destination for anyone looking for a luxury stay in Zanzibar.

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Info

Check-in
14:00
Check-out
11:00

Children and infants

Guests up to 12 years old are considered children.

Guests up to 3 years old are considered infants.

House rules

YCONA LUXURY RESORT -GENERAL POLICY

**Check-in & Check-out** - **Check-in time:** 02:00 pm - **Check-out time:** 11:00 am - **Guaranteed early check-in** (including breakfast) will be charged 100% of the room rate. - **Guaranteed late check-out** will be charged 100% of the room rate. --- **Extra Occupancy & Pets Rates (per room per night)** - **Extra adult** ( > 12 years of age): $200 - **Extra child** ( > 3 – 12 years of age): $100 - **Extra child** (0 – 3 years of age): Complimentary - **Single occupancy**: 90% of the room rate - An **extra single bed** can be added, upon request, in selected rooms (to be confirmed with the Reservations Department) at the above rates. - In case a villa is occupied by **one adult and one child** (0 – 12 years of age), 100% of the room rate will be charged. - **Pet Policy:** Small, cabin-size pets (maximum 8 kg) are allowed in selected rooms (to be confirmed with the Reservations Department) at $35 per pet per night. - The above extras are not commissionable and include VAT. --- **Meal Plans & Supplements** *(All guests staying in the same villa must adhere to the same meal plan, with the exception of children)* - **Half Board Supplement:** - Unlimited Ycona still water in outlets - **Adult** (> 12 years of age): $50 per night - **Child** (> 3 – 12 years of age): $25 per night - **Child** (0 – 3 years of age): Complimentary - **Full Board Supplement:** - Half board plus lunch at one of the restaurants - **Adult** (> 12 years of age): $90 per night - **Child** (> 3 – 12 years of age): $45 per night - **Child** (0 – 3 years of age): Complimentary - **All-Inclusive Supplement – no alcohol & spirits:** - Full board with the following additions: - A hotel selection of non-alcoholic beverages served throughout the resort - Minibar refilled daily - **Adult** (> 12 years of age): $120 per night - **Child** (> 3 – 12 years of age): $60 per night - **Child** (0 – 3 years of age): Complimentary - **All-Inclusive Supplement – including alcohol & spirits:** - Full board with the following additions: - A hotel selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages served throughout the resort - Minibar refilled daily - **Adult** (> 12 years of age): $145 per night - **All-Inclusive Premium Supplement – including premium alcohol & spirits:** - Full board with the following additions: - A hotel selection of premium alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages served throughout the resort (terms & conditions apply: max. 1 bottle per person per day) - Minibar refilled daily - **Adult** (> 12 years of age): $250 per night The above supplements are not commissionable and include VAT. --- **Special Occasions** - Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve dinners will incur an additional charge based on the guest's meal plan. --- **Airport Transfers & Services** The resort offers transfer services as follows: - Airport transportation for up to **4 guests** (with standard luggage) per way is charged at $100. - *Meet and Greet* by our Airport Rep Team at the Airport Terminals - *Cold face towel & bottle of water* in the vehicle - *English-speaking driver* - *Wifi in the vehicle* via a wireless router - *Welcome Kit* which includes a Zanzibar Map, Excursion brochures, and Immigration card for departure - *Third Party Liability Insurance* covered up to $1 Million - **VIP airport service** or a luxury vehicle can be organized upon request. --- **Resort Activities & General Information** - Website: [www.yconaluxuryresort.com](http://www.yconaluxuryresort.com) - Media Kit: [Ycona Media Kit](#) - Instagram: [Ycona Eco-Luxury Resort](#)