Africa · Whole-home rentals on VRBO
Vacation rentals in Zanzibar
Rent a vacation rental in Zanzibar, Tanzania and get the whole place to yourself — kitchen, living space, and room to spread out that a hotel room can't match. Browse VRBO's whole-home inventory for Zanzibar, or compare hotels on Expedia if you'd rather have daily service.
Affiliate links · prices may change · the price you pay is the same.
The kitchen is the quiet reason to rent whole-home in Zanzibar — breakfast on your own schedule, a fridge for local-market finds, and dinners in when you don't feel like going out.
Browse by home type in Zanzibar
Villas in Zanzibar
Private pool. Full staff optional. Just you.
Cabins in Zanzibar
Wood-stove nights, star-filled skies, no signal.
Cottages in Zanzibar
Small, cozy, thatched-roof or lake-facing.
Beach houses in Zanzibar
Sand outside the door. Sunset from the deck.
Beach villas in Zanzibar
Wake up to the water. Private sand optional.
Luxury villas in Zanzibar
Full staff, infinity pool, zero compromises.
Private pool villas in Zanzibar
Your own pool. No loungers to fight for.
Mansions in Zanzibar
Room for the whole crew, and then some.
Glamping in Zanzibar
Nature without the sleeping bag.
Farmhouses in Zanzibar
Slow mornings, long tables, open country.
Penthouses in Zanzibar
Top floor, skyline views, private terrace.
Pet-friendly villas in Zanzibar
Bring the dog. Everyone's invited.
Family villas in Zanzibar
Fenced pool, bunk room, space for everyone.
Condos in Zanzibar
Resort amenities, apartment prices, beach out front.
Common questions
When is the best time to rent a vacation rental in Zanzibar?
Demand and prices peak in the dry season — roughly November to April, so book a few months ahead for those dates. Shoulder-season weeks either side are the sweet spot for availability and value on VRBO.
Is a vacation rental in Zanzibar better value than a hotel?
For two people on a short trip, a central hotel can be cheaper. For families, groups, or stays of several nights, a whole-home vacation rental in Zanzibar usually wins on price per person once you factor in the kitchen and shared living space — compare both before you book.