Set in the captivating island of Zanzibar, LUX* Marijani has now officially opened its doors to guests. Located on the iconic Pwani Mchangani beach on the North-East coast of Zanzibar, LUX* Marijani is idyllically positioned on a private and pristine beach overlooking the Indian Ocean.
The resort has unveiled a striking design inspired by the Spice Island’s storied past, combining Arabian architecture and a coastal Swahili feel, taking cues from the resort surroundings. Encapsulating the essence of relaxed beachside living, LUX* Marijani design highlights include Omani-style architecture, white-washed walls, locally crafted terrazzo tiles and hand-carved doors reminiscent of the century-old doors found in Stone Town.
LUX* Marijani has curated a one-of-a-kind collection of Extraordinary Experiences that allow guests to delve deeper into the destination. Guests can choose from a range of experiences including guided visits to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Stone Town, historical Spice Farm tours, practice yoga on the sandbank that emerges at low tide, sailing on a traditional dhow to the shallows of Mnemba Island for its famed dive sites, visiting Jozani Forest nature trails, 19th Century Hamamni Persian Baths and forest bathing in the resort’s indigenous forest.
With a variety of creative dining outlets serving signature dishes from triple-cooked octopus in spiced coconut milk, to green papaya salads and mezze platters, LUX* Marijani offers an exciting selection of authentic and experimental cuisines. Home to Café LUX* and The Beach with a new restaurant under the starry-night sky, Samāa, due to launch soon. Guests are also invited to discover the ‘Keen on Green’ concept, an impressive selection of plant-based, vegan and locally-sourced dishes on every menu.
Paul Jones, Chief Executive Officer of The Lux Collective shares, “We are privileged and excited to partner with the ZK Venture Company in Zanzibar to operate this five-star boutique beach resort, raising its luxury quotient and service to yet another level. This marks the start of our meaningful partnership in the region of East Africa where the tourism potential is limitless. We are confident that the partnership will elevate our flagship luxury brand LUX* as we continue to expand our footprint globally.”
