10/10 Excellent
Eric
Traveled with partner
10 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Eric
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Ycona Luxury Resort
5.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with relaxing spa services
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- On private beachOn private beach
- Breakfast includedBreakfast included
- BarBar
- SpaSpa
- PoolPool
- GymGym
The price is AED 2,448
AED 2,448
AED 2,852 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Explore the area
Marumbi, Uroa, Unguja South Region, 2675
- Uroa Beach12 min walk
- Marumbi Beach3 min drive
- Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)59 min drive
- Michamvi Kae Beach88 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Ycona Signature Beach Front Villa
Ycona Signature Beach Front Villa
- 85 sq m
- Ocean view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
View all photos for Tropical Lake 02 Bedroom Family Villa
Tropical Lake 02 Bedroom Family Villa
- 180 sq m
- Partial lake view
- Sleeps 6
- 2 King Beds
View all photos for Panaromic Rooftop Jungle Suite
Panaromic Rooftop Jungle Suite
- 50 sq m
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
View all photos for Honeymoon Beach Front Villa
Honeymoon Beach Front Villa
- 85 sq m
- Ocean view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
View all photos for Signature Lake 03 Bedroom Family Villa
Signature Lake 03 Bedroom Family Villa
- 210 sq m
- Partial lake view
- Sleeps 7
- 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds
View all photos for Spice Garden 03 Bedroom Family Villa
Spice Garden 03 Bedroom Family Villa
- 210 sq m
- Sleeps 7
- 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed
View all photos for Jungle Suite
Jungle Suite
- 50 sq m
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
View all photos for Panaromic Rooftop Villa
Panaromic Rooftop Villa
- 85 sq m
- Partial ocean view
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
View all photos for Panaromic Rooftop Ocean View Jungle Suite
Panaromic Rooftop Ocean View Jungle Suite
- 50 sq m
- Partial ocean view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood
Uroa
Located in Uroa, Ycona Luxury Resort is near the airport and on a private beach. Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum) and Peace Memorial Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Mtoni Palace Ruins and Livingstone's House. Siso Spice Farm and Kite Centre Zanzibar are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and skydiving nearby.
What's nearby
- Uroa Beach - 12 min walk
- Marumbi Beach - 3 min drive
- Pongwe Beach - 11 min drive
- Pingwe Beach - 86 min drive
- Michamvi Kae Beach - 88 min drive
Getting around
- Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 60 min drive
Restaurants
- Kae Beach Bar - 67 min drive
- Jetty bar @ paradise beach resort - 3 min drive
- Zanzi Bar - 3 min drive
- The Island - 11 min drive
- Kae Beach Restoraunt - 64 min drive
About this property
Ycona Luxury Resort
Luxury hotel by the ocean
You can look forward to free full breakfast, a swim-up bar, and a beach bar at Ycona Luxury Resort. With a private beach, free beach cabanas, and beach massages, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like beach yoga and ecotours. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a poolside bar and a free manager's reception.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
- An outdoor pool with free cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
- Free bicycle rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a free beach club on site
- Concierge services, beach towels, and beach umbrellas
- A nature reserve, water sports equipment, and a vegetable garden
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
- Highchairs, children's slippers, and children's dinnerware
- Egyptian cotton sheets and free cribs/infant beds
- Rainfall showers, designer toiletries, and bidets
- Wardrobes/closets, coffee grinders, and children's books
Languages
Czech, English, German, Italian, Swahili
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Onsite parking options include a carport
- 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
- Airport shuttle at scheduled times, on request
Food and drink
- Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
- 2 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
- 2 bars/lounges, 1 beach bar, 1 swim-up bar and 1 poolside bar
- Free reception (select days)
- Room service available
Restaurants on site
- Ycona Beach Lounge
- Mama Africa
Things to do
- Beach yoga
- Ecotours
- Fitness center
- Free beach club
- Free bicycle rentals
- Outdoor pool
- Paddleboards on site
- Private picnics
- Scooter/moped rentals
- Spa services
Family friendly
- Art supplies
- Beach toys
- Children's books
- Children's games
- Children's dinnerware
- Children's toys
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Highchair
- Laundry facilities
- Outdoor pool
- Pool toys
Conveniences
- Front-desk safe
Guest services
- 24-hour front desk
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels (on request)
- Concierge services
- Daily housekeeping
- Dry cleaning service
- Laundry facilities
- Luggage storage
- Multilingual staff
- Porter/bellhop
- Tour/ticket assistance
- Water sports equipment
- Wedding services
Outdoors
- Beach loungers
- Beach umbrellas
- Free beach cabanas
- Free pool cabanas
- Garden
- Nature reserve
- Outdoor entertainment area
- Outdoor furniture
- Picnic area
- Pool sun loungers
- Pool umbrellas
- Private beachfront location
- Rooftop terrace
- Vegetable garden
Spa
- Massage - on the beach
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- This property does not have elevators
- Cobblestone flooring in public areas
- Gravel flooring in public areas
- Tile flooring in room
More
- At least 80% of food locally-sourced
- At least 80% organic food
- Beach towels
- Couples dining
- Designated smoking areas
- Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
- Romance packages available
- Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Air conditioning
- Bed sheets
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Egyptian cotton sheets
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Premium bedding
Bathroom
- Bathrobes
- Bidet
- Children's robes
- Designer toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Rainfall showerhead
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels
Food and drink
- Champagne service
- Coffee/tea maker
- Coffee grinder
- Espresso maker
- Local meal delivery service
- Minibar
More
- Children's slippers
- Electrical adapters/chargers
- Guidebooks/recommendations
- In-room massage
- Individually decorated
- Individually furnished
- Local maps
- Restaurant dining guide
- Safe
- Slippers
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Renovations and closures
The property will be renovating from April 24 2024 to January 1 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
- Select guestrooms
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 35 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Up to 26 lbs per pet
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
- A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.63 per person, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
- Airport shuttle fee: EUR 100 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
- Pet fee: EUR 35 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
Ycona Luxury Resort Uroa
Ycona Luxury Resort Hotel
Ycona Luxury Resort Hotel Uroa
Frequently asked questions
Does Ycona Luxury Resort have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–7:00 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at Ycona Luxury Resort?
As of 21 Jun, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ycona Luxury Resort on 23 Jun, 2024 start from $766.52, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Ycona Luxury Resort pet-friendly?
Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs with a maximum weight of up to 26 lbs per pet. There's a fee of EUR 35 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What time is check-in at Ycona Luxury Resort?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Ycona Luxury Resort?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Does Ycona Luxury Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 100 per vehicle applies.
Where is Ycona Luxury Resort located?
Nestled on the beach, this Uroa hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Uroa Beach and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Marumbi Beach. Pongwe Beach and Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Ycona Luxury Resort Reviews
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