Carved wooden door and Swahili-style plasterwork detail on Villa Jua's exterior, framed by a palm plant.

Villa Jua

An intimate one-bedroom villa with a private pool, rooftop verandah, and ocean-view sunrises.

A sun-filled retreat with ocean views

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

Up to 2 guests

Villa Jua, meaning “sun” in Swahili, is a peaceful one-bedroom villa made for easy island living. It includes an ensuite double bedroom, a private pool with sunbeds surrounded by tropical greenery, and a private rooftop verandah with a daybed overlooking the ocean and a sofa facing the garden. Villa Jua and Villa Mwezi share the same layout and amenities, with different furniture and decor creating their own distinct feel.

AMENITIES

Designed for your comfort

Thoughtful details and everyday comforts are provided throughout the villa, helping you feel at home from the moment you arrive.

Mosquito net

A fitted mosquito net for a comfortable and restful night.

Mosquito net

A fitted mosquito net for a comfortable and restful night.

Roof fan

A ceiling fan provides a gentle breeze throughout the room.

Roof fan

A ceiling fan provides a gentle breeze throughout the room.

A/C cooling system

Air conditioning keeps your bed cool and comfortable.

A/C cooling system

Air conditioning keeps your bed cool and comfortable.

In-room safe

A private safe is available for storing personal belongings.

In-room safe

A private safe is available for storing personal belongings.

Rooftop verandah

A private rooftop verandah offers sweeping views across the garden and ocean.

Rooftop verandah

A private rooftop verandah offers sweeping views across the garden and ocean.

Private heated pool

A private heated pool and sunbeds invite you to relax at your own pace.

Private heated pool

A private heated pool and sunbeds invite you to relax at your own pace.

Coffee & tea station

A coffee and tea station with a small fridge for refreshments in the comfort of your villa.

Coffee & tea station

A coffee and tea station with a small fridge for refreshments in the comfort of your villa.

Bathroom essentials

We provide shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, hairdryer, bathrobes and beach towels.

Bathroom essentials

We provide shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, hairdryer, bathrobes and beach towels.

Wi-Fi

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

Wi-Fi

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

BEFORE YOU ARRIVE

A few helpful details for your stay

Everything you need to know before arriving, including check-in times, house policies, booking information and practical details.

What time is check-in and check-out?
Is parking available?
Can I book one villa on its own?
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Is Mzima House close to the beach?
How do I make a booking?
Do I need travel insurance to visit Zanzibar?

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Experience barefoot luxury, peaceful gardens, ocean views, and the laid-back charm of island living on Zanzibar's east coast.

Traditional wooden fishing boats anchored in a calm turquoise lagoon, framed by palm trees