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Ycona Luxury Resort

Property class: 5 and above

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Free full breakfast, a swim-up bar, and a beach bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Ycona Luxury Resort. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, free beach cabanas, and beach massages. For some rest and relaxation, visit the outdoor treatment areas. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 4 on-site restaurants. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like ecotours and beach yoga. In addition to a poolside bar and a free manager's reception, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 1,596
AED 1,888 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sep - 15 Sep

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A resort with multiple swimming pools, lush greenery, and a beach.

Honeymoon Beach Front Villa with Pool

  • Ocean view
  • 85 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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An aerial view of a resort with multiple swimming pools, beachfront areas, and lush greenery.

Signature Beach Front Villa with Pool

  • Ocean view
  • 85 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern house with a swimming pool, a person walking outside, and a well-lit interior.

Signature Villa with Pool

  • Partial ocean view
  • 85 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Luxury Two Bedroom Villa with Pool

A modern house with a swimming pool, a patio, and lush greenery.

Luxury Two Bedroom Villa with Pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial lake view
  • 180 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Luxury Signature Three Bedroom Villa with Pool

A modern house with an outdoor swimming pool, a patio, and a well-lit interior.

Luxury Signature Three Bedroom Villa with Pool

  • Partial lake view
  • 210 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Luxury Three Bedroom Villa with Pool

A modern house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a patio area.

Luxury Three Bedroom Villa with Pool

  • Garden view
  • 210 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Rooftop Ocean View Jungle Villa with Splash Tub

A woman sitting on a white bench by the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and tropical plants.

Rooftop Ocean View Jungle Villa with Splash Tub

  • Partial ocean view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A rooftop lounge area with sun loungers and a pool filled with red flower petals.

Rooftop Jungle Villa with Splash Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A stone pathway leading to a building with a door, surrounded by lush banana trees and a clear blue sky.

Jungle Villa

  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Uroa, Ycona Luxury Resort is near the airport and on a private beach. Peace Memorial Museum and Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum) are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Michenzani Mall and Zanzibar Night Market. Kariakoo Amusement Park and Kidichi Spice Farm 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 skydiving and horse riding nearby. Visit our Uroa travel guide
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Marumbi, Uroa, Unguja South Region, 2675

What's nearby

  • A historical building with a sign reading "East Africa Slave Trade Exhibit".
    Slave Market
    54 min drive - 39.6 km
  • A calm sea at sunset with several boats and a large ship in the distance.
    Shangani Beach
    54 min drive - 39.9 km
  • A boat on a calm sea at sunset with clouds in the sky.
    Kiwengwa Beach
    55 min drive - 38.5 km
  • Uroa Beach
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Marumbi Beach
    3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)
    60 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Club at Pongwe Bay Resort
    9 min drive
  • Crow’s Nest Zanzibar
    66 min drive
  • Bar Rafiki @ Paradise Beach Resort
    2 min drive
  • Sunshine Mangroves Restaurant
    67 min drive
  • AFYA Village Restaurant

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 Swedish massage or other spa services. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 4 on-site restaurants. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like ecotours and beach yoga. 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 along with free cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
    • Free bicycle rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a free beach club on site
    • Beach umbrellas, scooter rentals, and concierge services
    • Wedding services, outdoor furniture, and a front-desk safe
  • 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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free manager's reception (select days)
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Mama Africa
  • Slyce- Italian Restaurant
  • The Hearth of Zanzibar
  • Ycona Beach Lounge

Things to do

  • Beach yoga
  • Cooking classes
  • Ecotours
  • Free beach club
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Paddleboard
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Beach toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool toys

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • In-room massages
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 2023
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Children's robes
  • Children's slippers
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

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 at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from November 16 2026 to November 26 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool

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
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 200.0 per night
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. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.38 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
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 200.0 per night

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
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

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. The pool will be unavailable from November 16 2026 to November 26 2026 (dates subject to change).

How much does it cost to stay at Ycona Luxury Resort?

As of 18 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ycona Luxury Resort on 14 September 2026 start from AED 1,596, excluding 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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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 within 1 mi (2 km) of Uroa Beach and Marumbi Beach. Pongwe Beach and Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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