First Zanzibar Park Hyatt opens
As Hyatt continues brand growth in Africa, Park Hyatt has debuted in Zanzibar with a beachfront property in historic centre and UNESCO Heritage Site, Stone Town.
Park Hyatt Zanzibar is housed in two buildings, one of them Mambo Msiige, a UNESCO heritage building with roots dating back to the 17th century. Mambo Msiige is a typical Zanzibari mansion and an architectural gem, featuring intricate carvings and centred around a peaceful courtyard. The new and purposefully built Zamani Residence of the hotel connects to Mambo Msiige, blending old history and contemporary charm, while embracing Swahili culture with a blend of Arab, Persian, Indian and European influences.
“We are delighted to be bringing the Park Hyatt brand to the culturally and historically rich island of Zanzibar, and in particular, to be housing the hotel within Mambo Msiige, a building of such extraordinary significance,” said Marcela Herrendoerfer, General Manager of Park Hyatt Zanzibar.
“The Park Hyatt brand is committed to creating rare, intimate and unforgettable experiences, and we are thrilled to have our doors open and welcome guests from around the world to this very special location.”
The hotel features 67 spacious guestrooms, including 11 suites. Oceanfront rooms feature spectacular views of Dhow Harbour and the Indian Ocean. A perfect blend of contemporary style, modern technology, timeless regional accents and sheer luxury, all guestrooms reflect the Park Hyatt brand’s intimate elegance.
Park Hyatt Zanzibar’s Zamani Residence offers a unique dining concept, featuring a range of authentic cuisines catering to all tastes. It includes a Library with Veranda, a Living Room and a Dining Room with an outdoor terrace, and a residential style kitchen, allowing guests to dine in a variety of different spaces. The hotel’s Pool Lounge specializes in local fish dishes complemented with traditional western sandwiches and salads.
For those in search of rest and relaxation, guests are able to retreat to the tranquil sanctity of the hotel’s Anantara Spa and indulge in a selection of body treatments, massages and personal services within the spa’s hair salon. Guests can also enjoy the exclusive oceanfront infinity pool and a fully equipped fitness centre featuring state-of-the-art cardio and strength training facilities.
Park Hyatt Zanzibar offers more than 160m2 of flexible meeting and event facilities, accommodating anything from board meetings and small, intimate social occasions to cocktail receptions, weddings and state functions. All meeting and events rooms offer the latest audio-visual equipment and individually adjustable air-conditioning.
There are currently four hotels under development, including Hyatt Regency Arusha, Park Hyatt Marrakech, Hyatt Place Taghazout in Morocco, and Hyatt Dakar in Senegal.
