Latest News

6th July 2008
The re-opening of Zanzibar Retreat Hotel took place the 1st of July with the new owners from Scandinavia. The hotel has gone through an up-grading phase, with a new bar close to the beach, and a bigger focus on the service and food situation. Many more things are planned and in the pipeline, and we hope to see a fruitful year with all our partners here on Zanzibar. Managing Director Jan Haasiosalo, Matemwe

17th November 2008
A bunch of friends had a good deep sea fishing trip outside Mnemba. The retreat hotel has good connections to the game fishing companies, and this is a must-do experience for all interested of fishing.

15th December 2008
We have decided to open up another option regarding lunch. A small part of the beach will be equipped with a cool setting for 6-8 people, and will be served our lunch a la carte menu. This will be open for walk-inns but the rest of our facility remains private for hotel guests only. Welcome to experience our delicious lunch menu.

December 2008
This months news on the jungle drums is also regarding food. A top gourmet chef from Croatia has decided to upgrade the kitchen which we gladly accepted. We are looking forward to many good fusion plates reinforcing our euro-swahili concept. The Chef will stay on until March 2009. Hurry up to book a weekend and enjoy.