Shooting Star Boutique Hotel

We checked into the hotel and everything seemed all right at first. The hotel was almost empty and the counter tops, tables and chairs were sticky because they’d never been cleaned. Then, lying in bed, the mattress stunk like an old canal and the bedroom pillows had blood stains on them. When confronting the owner about it, he didn’t give a tiny rats bottom about it and told us to leave. Please stay away and avoid this place!

Shooting Star's highlight was the amazing infinity pool overlooking the ocean. The garden view room decorated in modern zanzibari style was charming. The bathroom was beautiful. We had lunch and dinner in the restaurant and the food was amazing. The buffet breakfast was the best I had in Zanzibar. The sandy beach was steps down from the lodge and it was amazing to have long walks in the coastline. The owner and all staff were very friendly. The wireless connection was good.

After climbing Mount Meru and a Safari Trip in Tanzania we were very happy when we arrived at Shooting Star Lodge in Zanzibar for 7 days of relaxing in the Sun. The hotel itself is very nice and cozy. If you like to have your privacy and not many people around you this is the perfect place to stay and relax. The food they serve at the restaurant is very delicious and fresh. The menu changes every day so even when you have a longer stay you have a big variety in foods and can choose between fish, meat or vegetarian. The Staff is very nice and always helpful. If you have any questions or concerns they will take care of it. At the Pool you will always find a spot to lay at. For rooms we can highly recommend the sea view cottages they have its own private chill spot right in front. All rooms are equipped with AC, Fan, safe and mosquito net. The owner is also very present and always up for a small talk. We enjoyed our stay at shooting star lodge and when returning to Zanzibar we would definitely come back here.

My stay here showed me that there is truly something about a property that is owner run and managed. This little beauty is a great example of entrepreneurship. It is run and managed by the owners and you would think that would be too much for only two pairs of hands but the service delivery and design execution is exquisite. The attention to detail, the care and the love thrown into the property is so evident in every little aspect of it. Elly and his wife have managed to ensure Shooting Star Lodge remains an authentic, barefoot paradise with deep connections to its traditional roots. Special mention to the staff at this little piece of paradise, they are amazing, so kind and considerate, I felt like I was the only guest that mattered but I am sure everyone felt this way with how wonderful they are.

The resort was very beautiful with amazing swimming pools. You are surrounded by nature and have a beautiful sand beach. There‘s a small beachbar which we enjoyed during the hot afternoons. The service and food was amazing. The resort is an amazing get-away spot in Zanzibar.

Shooting Star Lodge, tucked away in a peaceful corner of Zanzibar, is the ideal retreat for couples, families, and those in search of tranquility and stunning views. This boutique property features 17 accommodations, including charming garden rooms for two, sea-view cottages for couples, spacious family cottages for up to 5 guests, and luxurious villas with private pools. Guests can choose between Bed & Breakfast, Half Board, or Full Board options, ensuring a personalized stay. The lodge offers a restaurant, two bars, a spa, a gift shop, and two inviting swimming pools. The property is meticulously maintained, providing a fresh and modern ambiance. Rooms come equipped with air conditioning, WiFi (even on the beach!), safes, and private terraces. Guests can also enjoy the beautiful artwork by a talented local artist from Stone Town. Perfect for honeymooners, the lodge offers complimentary perks such as a bottle of wine, a romantic private dinner, and an Indian head massage with a minimum 4-night stay in a sea-view cottage or villa. The villas are particularly special, featuring a rooftop with a bathtub and a mosquito-netted mattress for stargazing—truly magical. Families will appreciate the interconnected sea-view cottages, which open to the ocean and private pool. For adventure enthusiasts, activities like kite surfing, jet skiing, and horse riding are available nearby. The location at the end of a public beach ensures privacy, and the lodge works with a diving center to organize excursions.